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Legendary Seth Godin, bestselling author of Linchpin, Purple Cow, The Dip, Tribes, and The Practice on wrestling with creative resistance, getting past self-doubt, and how to build a resilient creative practice that thrives—even in an age of AIWe talk about:Why writing isn't about talent—but about creating the conditions for skillWhy “Do you like it?” is the wrong question to askAnd how to build a resilient creative practice that thrives—even in an age of AIHow to keep going when there's no map and no promise of success*About Seth GodinSeth Godin is the author of 21 bestselling books that have reshaped the way people think about marketing, leadership, and creative work. His books have been translated into 39 languages and include Linchpin, Purple Cow, The Dip, Tribes, and The Practice. He's also the founder of altMBA, the Carbon Almanac, and multiple pioneering ventures in the online business world. Seth writes one of the most popular blogs in the world and continues to inspire millions of creators to make and ship work that matters.*Resources and Links:
In this special series, the Young and Indigenous podcast team dives into conversations with 16 Indigenous and allied environmental leaders, recorded over three days at the 2025 Bioneers Conference. With a crew of eight young Native changemakers, this marks our most ambitious series yet — capturing voices from across Turtle Island and beyond. From water protectors to culture keepers, the interviews span a rich diversity of Tribes, geographies, and movements, offering powerful insight into what it means to lead, heal, and resist in today's world. In these times, we look to these leaders — young and old — to shine light on the solutions we need now. Guest voices in this trailer include: Eriel Tchekwie Deranger, Baratunde Thurston, and Amy Cordalis.
The hard-fought plan to restore salmon runs in the Pacific Northwest has been abruptly derailed, threatening one of the most significant tribal and environmental agreements in decades. In this episode of In The Newsroom, Tony Schick of Oregon Public Broadcasting breaks down how the Trump administration scrapped a landmark deal that would have paved the way for breaching four Snake River dams to save salmon populations. The agreement, developed under the Biden administration with tribes, states, and environmental groups, paused decades of litigation in exchange for bold steps: river restoration, hatchery investment, and renewable energy projects led by tribal nations. The goal was to replace the dams' hydropower with solar, wind, and storage solutions, giving salmon a shot at recovery while meeting rising energy demands. Schick explains how the deal began to unravel even before the administration change, with funding delays and personnel exits signaling trouble. Tribes now face yet another broken promise—despite holding treaty rights to fish in waters increasingly devoid of fish. With legal battles likely to return, this story underscores how fragile progress can be when politics collide with ecological urgency.waterloop is a nonprofit news outlet exploring solutions for water sustainability.
Last week, the Trump administration pulled out of a historic agreement made in 2023 to aid in salmon recovery and renewable energy for tribes. The agreement would have invested more than $1 billion in federal funds for wild fish restoration efforts over a decade and could have potentially led to the removal of the Snake River Dams to help native salmon populations. But, some industry leaders were unsupportive of the deal, including those in the agricultural and port industries who say the dams play a critical role in shipping goods overseas. Jeremy Takala is the chair of the Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission and worked closely with the Biden administration to reach the agreement. Leslie Druffel is the outreach director for the McGregor Company in Washington and works closely with many in the agricultural industry. They both join us to share their thoughts on the rescission of the deal.
Send us a textDiscover the surprising journey of coffee from ancient Ethiopian tribes to its role in sparking global revolutions in this enlightening exploration of humanity's most beloved beverage."It's about connection, not addiction," I explain while sipping from my favorite brew. Coffee isn't just a morning pick-me-up—it's a cultural phenomenon that has shaped human civilization in profound ways. From its humble origins in Africa, where wild coffee plants were used by nomadic tribes for thousands of years, to becoming the catalyst for intellectual revolutions across Europe, the story of coffee is the story of human connection.Did you know both the American and French revolutions were planned in coffee houses? Or that legendary composers like Bach and Beethoven crafted their masterpieces while enjoying this aromatic elixir? As coffee spread through the Arab world in the 1500s and later took Europe by storm, it created spaces where ideas could flourish and business ventures could take root. Even Lloyd's of London, the famous insurance market, began in a coffee house!Coffee's journey reflects our own complex history—including its darker chapters of colonization and exploitation. Yet through it all, coffee has remained a powerful force for sobriety, creativity, and community. The Italians transformed coffee into an art form with their meticulous preparation methods and varieties like espresso, cappuccino, and moccaccino, elevating it from mere beverage to sensory experience.Whether you're a fellow enthusiast or simply curious about the power of this remarkable bean, join me in appreciating how coffee connects us across time and space. Subscribe to our channel to continue exploring the fascinating stories behind everyday experiences, and share your own coffee journey in the comments below!Support the showYou can support this show via the link below;https://www.buzzsprout.com/1718587/supporters/new
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Wildfires and climate change: a brief overview North America is no stranger to wildfires. As of August 15, 2024, 29,917 fires this year have burned more than 5.2 million acres, according to the Center for Disaster Philanthropy. While this year's number of wildfires is below the annual average of 35,691, the yearly acres burned is above the average of 3.8 million acres of the past 10 years.While wildfires are a naturally occurring phenomenon, their frequency is heavily influenced by climate change, especially on the west coast of the United States. Wildfire risk increases depending on a number of factors, including temperature, soil moisture, and the presence of trees, shrubs, and other fuel. Additionally, climate change dries out organic matter or “fuel” in forests, resulting in a doubling of the number of large fires between 1984 and 2015 in the western United States. As climate change creates warmer and drier weather conditions, wildfires will likely become more frequent; studies show that an average annual warming of one degree celsius would increase the median burned area per year by as much as 600 percent in some types of forests. Ultimately, as temperatures warm globally and drier conditions ravage the country, these fires will spread farther and become harder and harder to extinguish. “Good” fire: an ancestral solution to our wildfire problem As the planet warms, many have turned to ancient methods to mitigate the effects of climate change. Notably, Dr. Adams borrows the concept of “good” fires from Native American cultural fires practices, where low intensity fires are lit to heal the surrounding ecosystem. In order to positively change the public's relationship with fire, fire agencies in California and Native American tribes have started using this term. Generally, “good” or cultural fires not only restore degraded soils and decrease vegetation or fuel overgrowth, but also deepen the spiritual ties people have to the land they inhabit. Specifically, good fire increases organic matter, keeps soil surfaces vegetated through the regrowth of plants, and encourages biodiversity. In California, many ecosystems rely on fire for its regenerative powers. Dr. Adams notes that fire connects to water, soil health, and the health of animals and surrounding areas. It can also mitigate invasive species growth and eliminate harmful pests that are killing a lot of trees, making them more susceptible to catching fire and starting larger forest fires. As a result, fire promotes many benefits for ecosystem health.Dr. Adams writes that as a member of the N'dee San Carlos Apache Tribe, she maintains a sacred attachment to the land, and believes that humans and the Earth are relatives. Subsequently, as siblings, humans and the land must help each other survive. Following these teachings around our relationship to more-than-human sibling and reciprocity, “good” fire participants can achieve “futurity” (intergenerational exchanges) that will safeguard future protection of the environment and human communities. Listening to these Native American Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) could lead the way to developing a more sustainable relationship to the planet and, in doing so, mitigate the effects of climate change.Mother Earth: how climate matriarchy can save the planet The concept of “good” fire stems from Indigenous Matriarchal Ecology. Many Native American tribes are matriarchal, such as the Cherokee and the Navajo. Applying traditionally “matriarchal” values such as care, tenderness, and love to environmental conservation could be an effective climate change solution. Inclusivity and the centering of Indigenous women's knowledge can also allow opportunities to enhance plant and soil health, remediation, and rematriation of the quality of our plant and soilscapes to provide a prosperous support structure that enables ecosystems to thrive.By practicing Indigenous Matriarchal Ecology, cultural fire participants can collectively start seeing the Earth as a Mother: one who gives life and receives it in return. This is why Dr. Adams and her colleagues focus on the role the soil can play in the fight against climate change through the practice of Matriarchal Ecology. Dr. Adams writes that applying a soil health approach to ecology in tandem with cultural fires can play an important role in climate mitigation by storing carbon and decreasing greenhouse gas emissions. By restoring degraded soils and adopting soil conservation practices, such as cultural fire and Indigenous Matriarchal Ecologies, “good” fire practitioners can enhance the Earth's carbon sequestration capacity and build resilience to climate change. Furthermore, these soil improvements on formerly mined and degraded lands could make soilscapes more resilient to erosion and desertification, while maintaining vital ecosystem services. And hopefully, these practitioners can inspire others, non-Native and Native alike, to develop a better understanding of and relationships with the planet.Indigenous Matriarchal Ecologies can highlight the positive effects of cultural fire on environmentally degraded soils, while simultaneously building native plant and soil resilience toward climate and cultural futurity that all communities can enjoy.Who is our guest?Dr. Melinda Adams is a member of the N'dee San Carlos Apache Tribe and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geography and Atmospheric Science at the University of Kansas. A cultural fire practitioner and scholar, her research focuses on the revitalization of cultural fire with Tribes in California and more recently with Tribes in the Midwest. Her work with Indigenous communities combines environmental science, environmental policy, and Indigenous studies methodologies.ResourcesCenter for Climate and Energy Solutions: Wildfires and Climate ChangeCalifornia Native Plant Society: Native Plants and Climate Change: Indigenous Perspectives Further reading UC Davis: Melinda Adams: Flame KeeperClimate Designers: Podcast: Deep Dive with Dr Melinda Adams: Solastalgia & Soliphilia For a transcript of this episode, please visit https://climatebreak.org/regenerating-our-ecosystems-with-good-fire-with-dr-melinda-adams/.
* Tribes of Cara Fad: More Minor Tribes* The newest Earthdawn Kickstarter is live!* New adventure, novel reprints, Legends of Barsaive Vol 2, and more!* Thunderaxe's Cleavers* "Tribe" of Sky Raiders and Air Sailors* Stole a Crystal Raider ship to start Cara Fahd's naval forces.* The Elf Eaters* A group of bandits, thugs, and murderers in the southern jungles.* Loosely allied with Zarass, causing problems with Landis.* The Two-Hands Tribe* Former rivals that put aside their differences to get land.* Have a small population of humans among them that are considered equals.* The Namdroth* Secretive society of orks from a kaer in the Delaris Mountains* Supposedly have the original prohpehcy of the Mahuta* Very devoted to Krathis Gron, but not acting at her direction.Find and Follow:Email: edsgpodcast@gmail.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EDSGPodcastFind and follow Josh: https://linktr.ee/LoreMerchantGet product information, developer blogs, and more at www.fasagames.comFASA Games on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fasagamesincOfficial Earthdawn Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/officialearthdawnFASA Games Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/uuVwS9uEarthdawn West Marches: https://discord.gg/hhHDtXW
Send us a textIn this powerful episode of the Rugby Coach Weekly podcast, Dan Cottrell sits down with Regan Sue, co-founder of Haka Rugby Global, to explore how Maori culture, adaptability, and people-first coaching have helped shape one of the world's most culturally rich rugby initiatives. Regan shares stories from over a decade of running 100+ camps across 50 countries, unpacking the deeper meaning behind the haka, the power of coaching with cultural intent, and the nuances of leadership, energy, and skill development.From managing chaotic changing rooms to instilling “mana” in every tackle, Regan explains how his coaching journey has always been rooted in adaptability and authenticity. With themes like the Warrior on the Edge and feet-fight-finish, he outlines how traditional values merge with technical excellence on the pitch and how every session balances smiles with sweat.Links:Insta: Haka Rugby GlobalFacebook: Haka Rugby GlobalInsta: Coach RegsFacebook: Coach RegsRegan has shared some key concepts:PatuHe is the co-founder of Haka Rugby Global with business partner Troy Nathan • 100s camps, 50 countries, 30 Staff, 3000 players• Utilise Māori culture and rugby as a tool to help create future world leadersMaori culture as a way to grow players?We know where we come from• Turangawaewae: Where one stands, their place in the world: Belong• Whakapapa (genealogy line of ancestors)• Pepeha acknowledges: Mountain, River, Canoe, Tribes, Marae (meeting place), Family + MeRESPECT• He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata he tangata he tangata!• What is the most important thing in the world? It is the people, the people, the people• It's better to walk into a room go to the back and be asked to go to the front, rather than walk into a room go to the front and be asked to go to the back.When it's your time to lead, your people will call you to the front• Mana: Leader, Power, Strength, Service to the people… ”Prestige”• In many cultures a person's status in society is determined by their financial wealth• In Māori culture a person's status in the tribe is determined by their Mana• You gain Mana by how you perform on the field To find out more about this podcast and many others, go to Rugby Coach WeeklyAlso, tap into the library of 4,000 pages of activities, advice, tactics and tips to help you become the best rugby coach you can be!
NY state rejects Trump demand to overturn Native mascot ban Tribes get part of $119m Interior push to reclaim abandoned coal mines New electroconductive bacteria named after Yaquina tribe
Amid ongoing federal efforts to revitalize the timber industry, an annual intertribal timber symposium took place in Montana last week.
Nick Tilsen sits down with the guys of Sacred Storm Buffalo to talk about their work, the importance of investing into community-led enterprises, and how the restoration of buffalo back into community is LANDBACK. Sacred Storm Buffalo, a community-rooted and culturally grounded workforce development enterprise of the nonprofit Wambli Ska Okolakiciye, is dedicated to restoring strength, purpose, and connection for Native people and families through the art and discipline of Indigenous meat processing. The training and production center—opened last year with support from a $1.6 million investment through NDN Collective's Indigenous-designed power-building loans—serves as a living blueprint for food sovereignty and self-determined economic renewal. GUESTS: Chris White Eagle Will Brave Bird Jose Arguello Franky Frazier Chance White Eagle WANT TO LEARN MORE? • Visit their website: https://sacredstormbuffalo.org/ • Read: Sacred Storm Buffalo to Open Retail Shop in Rapid City, South Dakota • Read: Patagonia Blog About Sacred Storm Buffalo Support the For the People Campaign today! Your donation to NDN Collective directly supports Indigenous organizers, Nations, Tribes, and communities leading the fight for justice and liberation. Donate now to support those doing the work. Fund the frontlines, empower the movement, and rematriate the wealth. ndnco.cc/ftpcdonate To learn more ways to support, read our For the People Campaign blog: ndnco.cc/25ftpcbb1 EPISODE CREDITS: Host: Nick Tilsen Producer: Willi White Co-Producer: Steph VieraEditor: Willi White Music: Mato Wayuhi
EPISODE PURPOSEDive deep into the revolutionary movements transforming how regenerative communities connect, collaborate, and co-create worldwide. This conversation explores innovative formats for bringing together diverse tribes, organizations, and change-makers - both physically through global gatherings and digitally through conscious AI-assisted collaboration.Discover how we're moving beyond isolated projects toward an interconnected regenerative ecosystem where ancient wisdom meets cutting-edge technology, and where collaboration trumps competition in building the world we dream of.---Guest: Victor Borski - Creator of The Gathering & Coherence PlatformHost: Yoshi Pantera - Regenerative Culture Advocate & Founder of Collective Wave---KEY CONVERSATION SEGMENTSWhat Makes The Gathering Unique (02:15)• Rebranding from "Gathering of Tribes" to simply "The Gathering"• The intersection of festival, conference, and trade show formats• No-spectator policy and camp-based community structureConnect for Action Philosophy (07:10)• Moving beyond networking to real collaboration• Building a 500-person regenerative think tank• Creating spaces for meaningful partnership formationThe Art of Collaboration vs. Solo Journey (08:34)• Why we must overcome the fear of working together• The beauty of human relationships in creation• Moving past failed collaboration attempts toward masteryGlobal Expansion Strategy (11:08)• 10-year stewardship plan with exit to community vision• 2025 locations: Czech Republic, Mexico, Guatemala• Open format supporting local organizers worldwideThe Gathering Model for Event Organizers (13:24)• Collaborative infrastructure approach• Shared financial transparency and distribution• Supporting existing festivals and conferencesCreating Regenerative Culture Experiments (16:31)• Living our perfect regenerative life for 5-7 days• Experimenting with new cultural norms in contained spaces• Bringing heritage traditions into future systemsCoherence: Reinventing Online Collaboration (18:56)• Beyond traditional digital conference formats• AI-assisted conversation matching and discovery• "Ecosystemic Build in Public" philosophyBridging Physical & Digital Gathering (22:45)• Pre-Gathering online conversations• Publishing conversations for ecosystem benefit• Creating continuous connection between eventsEmbracing Diversity in Unity (27:43)• Finding alignment while respecting differences• The power of diverse perspectives in regeneration• Coming together in our differences, not despite them---If you're passionate about regeneration, systems change, or building collaborative communities, this episode is for you. Discover how The Gathering is inspiring a new wave of action-oriented, regenerative culture—and how you can be part of it.---CONNECT & TAKE ACTIONVictor VorskiThe Gathering: the-gathering.earthCoherence Platform: coherence.tvOfficial Websitehttps://link.regenerativeculture.life/websiteRegenerative Culture Chroniclehttps://link.regenerativeculture.life/chroniclePodcast Telegram Channelhttps://link.regenerativeculture.life/telegramYoutube Podcast Channelhttps://link.regenerativeculture.life/youtube---#RegenerativeCulture #ConsciousCollaboration #EcosystemBuilding #RegenerativeLeadership #CommunityBuilding #TheGathering #Coherence #Festivals #Transformation #Regeneration Get full access to Regenerative Culture Chronicle at regenerativecultureworld.substack.com/subscribe
What if your soul came here with a precise blueprint, and the answers to all your questions are already written in an energetic field you can learn to access?In today's expansive episode, we uncover the magic of Lisa Wetsel, an Akashic Records consultant and Intuitive Spiritual Teacher with over 20 years of experience in spiritual healing and channeling. Together, we explore the cosmic origin of the Records, the soul formation, and the vibrational split that reshapes our reality.After today's episode, you'll see the Akashic Records are not a mysterious library in the sky but a fog-like energy field created at the dawn of the universe. They hold every thought, word, emotion, and event across time and dimensions and are accessible through intention, humility, and trust. Tune in to Episode 268 of Uncover Your Magic to reconnect with the universal intelligence of the Akashic Records, learn how to navigate the vibrational split between 3D and 5D, and remember the soul agreements that brought you here for this exact moment. You'll also hear Lisa's channeled insights on soul tribes, how plants were the first soul-infused beings, and why 2024 marked a collective breaking point designed to shift humanity from fear to love.In This Episode, You Will Learn:How Lisa first connected to the Akashic Records through intuitive massage work (9:00)What the Records actually are and how they were formed at the beginning of time (15:30)Lisa's perspective on soul formation, soul tribes, and the earliest soul-embodied beings (21:50)Why the 3D world felt especially heavy in 2024, and how it catalyzed spiritual awakening (33:10)What it means to live in the 5th dimension while still inhabiting the same physical reality (40:00)How to recognize when you've shifted into 5D and detached from 3D vibration (47:20)The Records' message on humanity's soul contracts and the collective mission at this time (54:10)Why all beings of light are interconnected (1:02:00)Connect with Lisa Wetsel:WebsiteInstagramYouTubeFacebookLet's Connect!WebsiteFacebookInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Three Alaska Native tribes filed a lawsuit to stop a controversial gold mining operation east of Nome. The tribes say a permit just granted by the U.S. Corps of Engineers will allow the destruction of salmon habitat and other important environmental elements in a pristine estuary. The mining process involves extracting ore from material dredged from river and ocean beds. On the other side of the state, residents of Wrangell are concerned about a gold mine just over the border in Canada. A new report finds heavy metals in groundwater on the Alaska side.
Jenna Pava has been to 181 countries Hey now, I am your host, Ric Gazarian. I had the pleasure of meeting Jenna Pava at the Extraordinary Travel Festival in Bangkok, only to discover that we were also (distant) neighbors in the city. This conversation offered another fantastic opportunity to dive into the story of a truly compelling traveler in our community. Jenna's early life was marked by a tug-of-war between her birthplace in Russia and her new home in the United States, shaping a deep sense of resilience from a young age. Remarkably, her travel journey took two major turns for the better—both triggered by moments of disappointment when friends let her down. In this episode, we explore the transformative power of those experiences and much more as Jenna makes her way toward visiting all 193 countries. I would like to thank everyone for their support of Counting Countries, especially my Patrons. You know them, you love them! Bisa “fully nomadic” Myles, Ted Nims, Adam “one-away” Hickman, Steph “Phuket” Rowe, Simen Flotvik Mathisen, Ed Hotchkiss, Barry Hoffner, Katelyn Jarvis, Philippe “BC” Izedian, Gin Liutkeviciute, Sunir Joshi, Carole Southam, Sonia Zimmermann, Justine, Per Flisberg, Jorge Serpa, Phil “Marmaduke” Marcus, Sam Williams, Scott Day, and Dana Mahoutchian for supporting this podcast. You can support this podcast by going to . My patrons will hear extra content with Jenna that you will not hear and you can be part of our members only FB group. Also, please remember if you are interested in traveling to Papua New Guinea to partake in your own private Sing Sing to meet scores of tribes in an intimate setting, check out our friends Tribes of Papua New Guinea. Reach out to me to learn more about this experience and how to get a 10% discount or look here . And, we also have partnered with Ahmed and Aknaf in Iraq who offers monthly fixed date trips from Baghdad to the marshes. Remember to keep up to date with the Extraordinary Travel Festival by joining our Instagram and Facebook groups and signing up for the on our ETF will be sometime, somewhere in 2026 around October/November, destination unknown. Jenna and I were in Krung Thep for this recording. Please listen in and enjoy. Thank you to my - you rock!! … Bisa Myles, Ted Nims, Adam Hickman, Steph Rowe, Simen Flotvik Mathisen, Ed Hotchkiss, Barry Hoffner, Katelyn Jarvis, Philippe Izedian, Gin Liutkeviciute, Sunir Joshi, Carole Southam, Sonia Zimmermann, Justine, Per Flisberg, Jorge Serpa, Phil Marcus, Sam Williams, Scott Day, and Dana Mahoutchian. And now you can listen to ! And Alexa! And write a review! More About Jenna Pava Counting Countries Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/voyajen/ About Counting Countries Counting Countries is the only podcast to bring you the stories from the dedicated few who've spent their lives on the singular quest of traveling to every country in the world. Less people have traveled to every country in the world than have been to outer space. Theme music for this podcast is Demeter's Dance, written, performed, and provided by . About GlobalGaz Ric Gazarian is the host of Counting Countries. He is the author of three books: , , and . He is the producer of two travel documentaries: and . Ric is also on his own quest to visit every country in the world. You can see where he has and keep up with his journey at How Many Countries Are There? Well… that depends on who you ask! The United Nations states that there are . The British Foreign and Commonwealth office states that there are . The Traveler's Century Club states that there are . The Nomad Mania The Most Traveled Person states that there are 1500 . SISO says there are . Me? My goal is the 193 countries that are recognized by the UN, but I am sure I will visit some other places along the way. Disclaimer: There are affiliates in this post. Jenna Pava Counting Countries
In this special Pride Month episode, host Dan Hall explores the vital concept of "finding our tribes" within the Queer community through conversations with previous guests. For many LGBTQ+ individuals, discovering safe spaces has been about more than friendship—it's been essential for survival and self-acceptance in a world that often fails to see or understand queer experiences.These communities serve as places where Queer people celebrate triumphs and mourn losses together, but like any family, they can be complicated. Through intimate discussions with Queer musicians from around the world, this episode examines what community means to them, its imperfections, and how we might build more inclusive spaces. From hidden bars of decades past to the evolution of Pride from protest to celebration, these artists share personal stories that illuminate the ongoing journey of creating and maintaining vibrant queer communities.Timestamped Key Takeaways[00:01:00] Finding Our Tribes: Dan discusses how finding safe spaces in the queer community is often about survival and learning to be comfortable with who we are, finally seeing ourselves mirrored in a world that didn't always see us.[00:02:02] Historical Context: Looking back at previous decades helps us understand why queer spaces remain vital today, as openly queer living wasn't an option for many generations who had to carve out their own hidden corners of the world.[00:02:49] Kele Fleming's First Community: Singer-songwriter Kele Fleming shares how a gay club called Rumours in Victoria became her "community centre" and "life saver" in 1984, offering a space where she could be her authentic self despite family non-acceptance.[00:05:25] Creating New Spaces: Jon Ginoli of Pansy Division discusses founding a queer rock band in the early 90s when rock music wasn't considered "gay enough" within mainstream gay culture, helping pioneer the queercore music scene.[00:08:01] Global Perspectives on Safety: Brazilian musician Eric Lenfair speaks about the inherent cautiousness that many queer people develop growing up, while Eric Torino shares his experiences with fear of public affection even in supposedly accepting places like New York.[00:11:12] Exclusion Within the Community: James Taylor Junior discusses feeling left out of the queer community due to factors like ageism and racism, highlighting that the LGBTQ+ community isn't one unified entity but complex and diverse.[00:13:14] Specific Spaces for Specific Needs: Brooklyn-based singer Roderick Woodruff explains the importance of spaces specifically for Black queer individuals where he doesn't have to "perform" or diminish himself to make others comfortable.[00:15:19] Artistic Communities: Baltimore musician Greg Hatem describes how supportive queer ecosystems allow artists to thrive and create work that connects with people from all backgrounds.[00:19:46] The Evolution of Pride: Various artists reflect on how Pride has changed from its origins as a protest movement to becoming more commercialized and mainstream, questioning what this means for its political message.[00:24:33] Internal Community Challenges: James Taylor Junior and others discuss damaging stereotypes within the gay community, from body image pressures to racism experienced by queer people of color within LGBTQ+ spaces.[00:29:23] Hope for the Future: Polish singer-songwriter Tomek Zdyb shares his vision for what community can achieve through mutual support and education, emphasizing respect and human connection.Resource ListFeatured Artists and Their EpisodesKele Fleming -
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Send us a textWe explore the groundbreaking concept of the Chief Consciousness Officer with Charlie Johnson, examining how this emerging role could transform businesses, politics, and human development by accessing the fundamental consciousness that underlies everything.• Consciousness should be recognized as everything, not just a spiritual concept – it encompasses physical and non-physical reality, business, politics, and personal development• The mind is merely the "middleman" that creates division by forcing us to choose sides, while consciousness is the neutral source of everything• Chief Consciousness Officers will become as essential to organizations as Chief Technology Officers, helping companies access broader perspectives beyond division• Our beliefs and perspectives are largely shaped by conditioning rather than objective truth – where you're born largely determines your political and religious views• Social media has become more addictive than drugs, causing us to check our phones "like crack addicts" while presenting a carefully curated self-image• Artificial intelligence isn't actually artificial – it's a product of human consciousness that we're now fearing despite using AI-driven conveniences daily• The path forward requires neutrality and expanded awareness rather than continuing the same divisive approaches that have failed throughout human historyConnect with Charlie Johnson on LinkedIn to learn more about the Chief Consciousness Officer role and how it could help your organization or personal development.Support the showFollow your host atYouTube and Rumble for video contenthttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUxk1oJBVw-IAZTqChH70aghttps://rumble.com/c/c-4236474Facebook to receive updateshttps://www.facebook.com/EliasEllusion/Twitter (yes, I refuse to call it X)https://x.com/politicallyht LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasmarty/
President Donald Trump's proposed spending plan, dubbed the “Big Beautiful Bill,” would cut about $300 billion from the program that provides food to low-income residents. If it survives Congress intact, thousands of Native people will lose eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Tribes and conservation groups worry the Trump administration's push for expanded logging of federal land poses a threat to Indigenous foods, like salmon. Nicole Livingston is one of a handful of students who graduated this semester from the only tribal college culinary arts program at Navajo Technical University. She's off to an internship at the country's most renown Indigenous restaurant: Owamni by the Sioux Chef. We'll talk about these topics on The Menu, our regular feature on Indigenous food sovereignty hosted by Andi Murphy.
In this episode of the Ag Tribes Report, host Vance Crowe welcomes crop consultant Joel Ailts from St. Croix, Wisconsin to discuss the intricacies of soil microbiology and regenerative farming practices. Joel shares insights into innovative approaches like cover cropping and optimizing micronutrient management, while also addressing the challenges posed by unpredictable weather conditions on crop productivity. The conversation delves into the potential impacts of artificial intelligence on agronomy, with Joel expressing both excitement and concern about AI tools like Grok.The episode also covers several pressing agricultural headlines, including the Farm Bureau's battle with the MAHA Commission over pesticide safety, a new spending bill promising significant tax relief for farmers, and the threat of a new world screwworm outbreak from Mexico. Additionally, the discussion touches on a massive SNAP fraud scheme affecting the agricultural food chain and explores the controversial topic of glyphosate use in farming. The show concludes with a Bitcoin land price report and a deep dive into Joel's unique agronomy practices.Legacy Interviews - A service that records individuals and couples telling their life stories so that future generations can know their family history. https://www.legacyinterviews.com/experienceRiver.com - Invest in Bitcoin with Confidence https://river.com/signup?r=OAB5SKTP
Episode SummaryRenowned evolutionary psychologist Robin Dunbar returns for part two of his conversation with Jef Szi and the How Humans Work Podcast, diving deeper into the limits and leaps of human social patterns.In this episode, Professor Dunbar expands on the evolutionary foundations of human relationships, moving beyond social grooming and the endorphin system to explore kinship and the deeper nature of our social lives.He begins by examining the cost and time investment required to maintain our inner circle of intimate friends. From there, he maps out the concentric layers of more peripheral friendships and the behaviors and expectations that characterize them. Dunbar emphasizes the vital role our closest five friends play in our wellbeing and longevity.We then explore how humans scaled up from the group sizes typical of primates to the now-famous “Dunbar's Number” of 150. This leap—central to the Social Brain Hypothesis—reveals how brain size in primates correlates with social group size, due to the cognitive demands of managing complex, stable relationships.Dunbar illustrates these ideas through compelling examples—courtship, language, and religion—showing how humans have creatively repurposed existing biological mechanisms to sustain cohesion in increasingly larger groups.He also sheds light on how cultural practices like laughter, feasting, ritual, and storytelling serve to bind people together into broad, loosely connected “supergroups.”Ultimately, Dunbar offers a concentric model of our social world, illuminating the patterns, breakthroughs, and constraints of human sociality. This conversation helps us better understand our evolutionary journey and how we might draw on both embodied emotion and cognitive insight to navigate a highly uncertain future.***** About: Robin Dunbar: Robin Dunbar is Emeritus Professor of Evolutionary Psychology at Oxford University. His work in the Experimental Psychology department at the Magdalen College is concerned with ‘trying to understand the behavioral, cognitive and neuroendocrinological mechanisms that underpin social bonding in primates (in general) and humans (in particular).' Robin is the author of several books, including The Social Brain, Human Evolution, and Friends: Understanding the Power of Our Most Important Relationships. Professor Dunbar is known for advancing the Social Brain Hypothesis with Dunbar's Number. *****Episode #48 TakeawaysDunbar's number suggests humans can maintain 150 relationships.Time investment is key to strong friendships.Friendships provide emotional support during crises.Social interactions can be as beneficial as medical interventions.Volunteering can substitute for friendships in terms of social exposure.Cohesion in larger groups requires superficial cues and shared knowledge. Friendship layers are assessed within the first four weeks.Common interests determine the depth of friendships.Intuition plays a key role in evaluating relationships.Institutions help manage social cohesion and relationships.Shared knowledge and folklore create larger communities.Religion serves as a stabilizing force in communities.Top-down structures provide discipline, while bottom-up structures foster local identity.Population density poses significant future challenges.Humans have historically found solutions to problems.Optimism is essential for...
In this kaleidoscopic episode of Butter Town, “More Tribes for Your Jigsaw Puzzle,” Jaysin and John crack open the existential piñata and let chaos, grief, and radical honesty rain down like confetti soaked in barbecue sauce and enlightenment. The conversation begins with a somber dive into grief—not the soft, cinematic kind, but the unpredictable, elbow-in-your-throat kind that shows up during cereal commercials or while yelling at a printer. Jaysin recounts his theory that mourning is actually a rogue time traveler, showing up at weird moments to rearrange your brain's furniture while wearing a poncho of unresolved emotions. John counters with his belief that all grief is just a cryptic escape room designed by your ancestors, and the only key is a mixtape of memories you swore you threw out in 2009. From there, things spiral gloriously into the absurd. The duo discusses the tribalism of modern thought—how everyone's building their own weird little cults like Pinterest boards with pitchforks. Jaysin claims that we've replaced religions with personality quizzes and vibes-based manifestos. John suggests that society is just one giant group project where no one agreed on the rubric, and half the class thinks the Earth is flat because they read it on a tote bag. They explore what it means to “belong” in an era where every algorithm wants to assign you a tribe—whether it's Mushroom Moms, Crypto Cowboys, or the aggressively neutral fans of beige décor. The metaphor of a jigsaw puzzle becomes the through-line, symbolizing identity as something being built in reverse, with new pieces that don't fit… unless you squint, chew on them, and lie to yourself a little. Midway through, the show detours into a heated debate about whether pigeons are actually sleeper agents from Atlantis and if buttered toast always landing face-down is proof of a cursed simulation. Jaysin insists he once saw a man argue with a goose and lose emotionally. John reads a Craigslist ad that may or may not be a coded transmission from the underground marsupial resistance. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Pure force of will. Music: Sonic Ronin Records - https://www.youtube.com/@SonicRonin Book: How To Change Your Mind - https://amzn.to/3Z3qViT As always, Butter Town ends not with answers, but with more questions, more laughter, and one final truth bomb: You're not lost. You're just in the middle of a jigsaw puzzle… and someone added extra tribes.
In his week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the connection between the holiday of Shavous and Parshas Bamidbar. He explains how the giving of the Torah is not just important to the Jewish nation but also the Jewish individual and explains how each Jew has his place in Torah. He also teaches how we see from the Parsha the importance of standing up to injustice and how it can have lasting ramifications. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ Chapters (00:00:00) - The Book of Numbers(00:02:11) - Jewish current events(00:05:10) - The 12 Tribes of Israel(00:09:06) - Parsha 4, Each Jew and His Place in the Jewish(00:13:38) - Midrash Hashem el Moshe(00:19:03) - The Leviim Being Put Into the Place of the Firstborns(00:26:25) - Rabbi Noam Kohen on Standing Up for What's
As disquiet brews within Labour over cuts to welfare, and a perceived failure to pursue a progressive enough agenda, this week host Alain Tolhurst looks inside the governing party as a host of new caucuses and organised campaign groups have sprung up, and asking - who are the new tribes within Labour Who is behind them, what are their aims, and how dangerous could they be to Keir Starmer's leadership, as he faces his first major rebellion since winning office with a huge majority last year.On the panel to explain everything from the Labour Growth Group, the coastals and rural MPs, the Co-Operatives, Christian socialists, Blue Labour and a host of others are three of the finest Labour party Kremlinologists in Westminster; Sienna Rogers, deputy editor of our sister publication The House magazine and a former editor of the LabourList website, as well as Morgan Jones, journalist and another former editor of LabourList, along with Stephen Bush, associate editor of The Financial Times.To sign up for our newsletters click herePresented by Alain Tolhurst, produced by Nick Hilton and edited by Ewan Cameron for Podot
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Send us a text!Boomers, and old men in general, have a hard time letting go of thrones, seats of power, or inheritances. Instead of passing them on, in envy they crush young men, whom they see as threats. Is this a new phenomenon? It turns out, it's a tale as old as time. In this episode, we talk with Thomas Achord about Jason and the Argonauts, an Ancient Greek tale, and how it applies today.2025 New Christendom Press Conference: https://www.newchristendompress.com/2025Sign up for the NCP Games:https://beregenerated.com/games/Fuel your training with Mt. Athos — The path to peak performance. https://athosperform.com/Visit KeepwisePartners.com or call Derrick Taylor at 781-680-8000 to schedule a free consultation. https://keepwise.partners/Talk to Joe Garrisi about managing your wealth with Backwards Planning Financial. https://www.backwardsplanningfinancial.comLivingstones Studio offers strategic design solutions to help you grow your business, communicate your values, and stand out with a timeless brand. Learn more at https://livingstones.studio/Support the show
The 3,300-member Chinook Tribe in Washington State just scrapped their support of legislation for federal recognition tribal leaders had been working on for more than two years. The rejection comes after the key author of the bill added a series of onerous conditions at the last minute. A handful of other tribes around the country are working through the long, complicated process to secure recognition. Meanwhile, efforts to follow through on President Donald Trump's promise of federal recognition for the Lumbee Tribe is encountering criticism from other tribes who say the process ignores important considerations that most other tribes have to contend with. We'll get status updates on tribes awaiting federal recognition.
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The federal government is poised to open up an extra 112 million acres of land to cover what Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins labels an “emergency”. Tribes concerned about sacred places, wildlife habitat, and conservation complain they were left out of the decision-making process to get here. And while there's potentially opportunities for tribes that look to logging for economic development, many worry about how the expedited federal push will affect the market for timber. We'll talk with experts from the timber industry about balancing production, land management, and economics.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to build a thriving online community? In this episode, I share a personal story that reignited my passion for creating meaningful connections in the digital space. I take you behind the scenes of a recent event, where something magical happened. It wasn't just another online gathering - it was a catalyst for genuine relationships and collaborations. In this episode you will understand: - Why traditional webinars might be losing their appeal - How this simple concept can spark unexpected connections - The framework we used to facilitate meaningful interactions that drive revenue I also reflect on our journey from the 45Live challenge to the birth of Content is Profit. Learn how we're evolving to meet the changing needs of our audience and why community is at the heart of everything we do. Find us at https://businesscreator.club/ - Whether you're looking to grow your online presence, connect with like-minded individuals, or take your content to the next level, our community offers valuable insights and opportunities. Are you ready to find your tribe and grow together? Timestamped Overview: [01:30] The big question: why do people join communities in the first place? [03:00] The 45 Live backstory: how a simple publishing habit changed everything [05:00] The real results: deeper connection, collaboration, and unexpected relationships [07:00] Why past efforts fizzled—and how a new framework helped reignite the spark [09:00] “My People Party”: a new way to gather, connect, and build community online [11:00] Real-time stories: members connecting, collaborating, and building momentum [13:00] Why content tactics aren't enough—and what people are truly seeking [14:30] What's next: the ecosystem of support for creators, and how to get involved Connect with Fonzi: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Connect with LUISDA: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Subscribe to the podcast on Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, or anywhere you listen to your podcasts. You can find this episode plus all previous episodes here. If this episode was helpful, please don't forget to leave us a review by clicking here, and share it with a friend.
The first recreational cannabis dispensary off tribal land in Minnesota is expected to open as early as this weekend. White Earth Nation's cannabis company, Waabigwan Mashkiki, will run the store in Moorhead. This comes after White Earth and the state signed an agreement earlier this week. It's the first of its kind in the United States, because it recognizes the authority of a tribal nation to regulate dispensaries off reservation land. Mary Jane Oatman is executive director of the Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association. She's an enrolled member of the Nez Perce Tribe and a descendant of the Delaware Tribe. Oatman spoke to Minnesota Now We about how the deal fits into the wider scope of tribal cannabis agreements around the country.
The prophet lists the tribes that failed to disinherit the local Canaanites from their portions. In this shiur, we bring sources to show hw the mitzvah to "drive out" supersedes the mitzvah "to dwell".
And we're back with more TRY HARD VS. GUIDES! This episode will teach you to absolute dominate the sneaky gerblins. In this episode we expose their EXTREME WEAKNESS. This episode is basically a top ten reasons why the tribes are bad actually. JK we try out some ideas in this episodes but you could do everything we tell ya and it could still go wrong so couch your bias and explore the ideas with us! You can buy tickets to the Portland Intergalactical Tournament here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-twilight-imperium-intergalactical-tournament-portland-tickets-1350685680229 You can join the Intergalactical Discord here: https://discord.gg/j5FwYsRW99 Music provided by Ben Prunty. Find more at benpruntymusic.com or benprunty.bandcamp.com Additional Music and Sounds by Brian Kupillas. https://wanderinglake.bandcamp.com/ To learn more about our Discord, Patreon, Merch, and more, visit https://spacecatspeaceturtles.com/
Andrew Schultz aka Mr. Goody Two Shoes and Joseph Huggins Discuss Going To Mars, Running Into An Unknown Tribe, Tribal Politics, Cats Versus Dogs, and Twitter's Grok Obsessed With South African “White Genocide”.Therapy Questions and Article Links BelowTherapy Questions:Should we be more worried about leaving the planet or saving it?You come in contact with an unknown tribe. What do you do?Have politics become too tribal and inhumane?Cats or Dogs?Topics:THE DAY GROK TOLD EVERYONE ABOUT ‘WHITE GENOCIDE':https://apple.news/A08d84mpkRSWv03UvcanfnATrump signs the Take It Down Act into law:https://apple.news/AF6-iyCl1SYWbo3I5nLosAg
The San Carlos Apache Tribe is fighting to stop the planned June 16, 2025 transfer to the sacred Oak Flat land in Arizona to the companies that intend to turn it into a copper mine. There's a flurry of activity around the ongoing fight over the land, known to the Apache as Chi'chil Biłdagoteel. The Trump Administration announced its intention to rush the land swap involving 2,400 acres of land to hasten the two mile wide open pit mine. A federal judge this month halted the transfer, saying the tribes have a prevailing interest. San Carlos Apache just requested an injunction to stop any movement until the legal issues are settled. We'll also get perspectives on what needs to be considered if, as President Donald Trump suggests, the federal government moves ahead with re-opening the prison on Alcatraz Island in California. GUESTS Naelyn Pike (enrolled member of the San Carlos Apache), spokesperson of the Apache stronghold Su:k Chu:vak Fulwilder (Onk Akimel O'odham, Xalchidom Piipaash, Tlingit, Aleut and Little Lake Pomo), council member of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Morning Star Gali (Pit River Tribe), executive director of Indigenous Justice
Today's Scripture passages are Joshua 16 - 18 | Matthew 17:24-27 | Mark 9:33-37.Read by Ekemini Uwan.Get in The Word with Truth's Table is a production of InterVarsity Press. For 75 years, IVP has published and created thoughtful Christian books for the university, church, and the world. Our Bible reading plan is adapted from Bible Study Together, and the Bible version is the New English Translation, used by permission.SPECIAL OFFER | As a listener of this podcast, use the code IVPOD25 for 25% off any IVP resource mentioned in this episode at ivpress.com.Additional Credits:Song production: Seaux ChillSong lyrics written by: Seaux Chill, Ekemini Uwan, and Christina EdmondsonPodcast art: Kate LillardPhotography: Shelly EveBible consultant: JM SmithSound engineering: Podastery StudiosCreative producers: Ekemini Uwan and Christina EdmondsonAssistant producer: Christine Pelliccio MeloExecutive producer: Helen LeeDisclaimer: The comments, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and/or the guests featured on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of InterVarsity Press or InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.
Well, we finally did it. We played CATAN, and it was ... good! And then we started wondering, is there anything that's done quite the same thing that that game is doing? And then that got us wondering how many games there are like that, where it's genuinely hard to say that nothing has done it better since. And then that got us wondering if, instead of all this wondering, we should record a podcast episode. Before we wander, we talk about Box Two, Catan: Cities & Knights, and An Infamous Traffic. 02:47 - Box Two 09:18 - Catan: Cities & Knights 19:50 - An Infamous Traffic 31:58 - Has anyone done it better? 32:26 - Catan 35:55 - Concordia 36:17 - Rise of Tribes 37:31 - Space Base 39:26 - Archipelago 40:38 - Dominion 41:17 - Aeon's End 42:22 - Star Realms 42:32 - Shards of Infinity 44:43 - Diplomacy 44:59 - Dune 46:48 - Battle for Rokugan 47:04 - A Game of Thrones: The Board Game (Second Edition) Get added to the BGB community map at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/map Send us topic ideas at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/topics Check out our wiki at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/wiki Join the discussion at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/discord Join our Facebook group at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/facebook Get a Board Game Barrage T-shirt at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/store
The tribe of Yosef conquers Bet El, but the rest of the tribes fail to dispossess the Canaanites from their portion
Tribes usually think a lot of themselves, exclusive groups are sometimes arrogant. Even whole nations can be this way. In the 19th century, several European countries felt they were the descendants of the first people in the world. With religion, this can be infinitely worse with Christianity. Critics often say the exclusive nature of it is just unfair. They cite the Christian view that the only way to be reconciled to God is through Jesus Christ, and say that's degrading to people of other faiths, or those with no faith. Other worldviews claim to have truth and a few claim a superior view of the world, but none are quite like the Christian faith. Romans 3:23 says, “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” All meaning all. That's the meaning of the verse. And this is offensive to a lot of people. Christianity, though, doesn't force itself on anyone, at least not in the modern world. It's been said that the Holy Spirit is a gentleman, meaning He won't force a person to yield to God. Instead, God offers grace to all who want it. Paul made it clear in particular that in order to be born again, one must believe in Jesus Christ. And rather than see this as exclusive, maybe we should change our perspective just a little and see how inclusive it really is. Many religions claim truth—but not absolute truth. Along with that, many believe all religions lead to God, but the totality of scripture tells us clearly that it is in Jesus that we find the truth, and satisfy the longing in our souls. In John 8:31–32, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. And then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free.” So you see, far from being a hateful, dominant view, the Christian faith shows people everywhere how to be free from sin. Not a workspace religion, but one that makes the very most of God's grace. And that is true truth. Let's pray. Father God, your Word is truth. In it, we discover who we are and what our relationship with you can be. Thank you that you haven't left us in the dark about our world, and the world beyond. In Jesus' name, amen. Change your shirt, and you can change the world! Save 15% Off your entire purchase of faith-based apparel + gifts at Kerusso.com with code KDD15.
Born into the Jenu Kuruba tribe of Karnataka's Mysuru district, Shri Somanna's journey is one of resilience, leadership, and quiet revolution. Orphaned at the age of two and forced into bonded labour as a child, Somanna broke free in 1978 following the abolition of bonded labour in Karnataka and never looked back. From joining the Dalit movement to founding the Budakattu Krishikara Sangha (BKS), he dedicated his life to organising, empowering, and advocating for tribal communities across H.D. Kote, Saragur, and beyond.In this episode of Padma Pride, we journey through Somanna's remarkable efforts—whether it was resisting luxury development in national parks, fighting for forest rights under PESA and FRA, or facilitating land and rehabilitation for thousands of displaced tribal families. His activism has impacted over 4,000 families, securing community forest rights, housing, roads, ration access, pensions, and more.About Padma PridePadma Pride is an inspiring audio series by The Good Sight and Rise Against Hunger India, celebrating Padma Awardees and their extraordinary impact. Every Sunday, webring you the story of a changemaker shaping India's future. (Narration: Shalini Singh, The Good Sight).
This week on the Regional Roundup, as the Trump administration considers shrinking the size of several national monuments, including Bears Ears in Utah, we hear why the area is sacred to many tribes. We also learn about a program helping workers in one resort community who can't afford housing. Plus, a story about the ways in which federal immigration laws are affecting communities across the region.
Psalm 133 (NKJV)Andrew and Edwin discuss the background and meaning of Aaron's anointing, the oil, and how it can remotely be a symbolism for congregational unity among Israel and for us today.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org. Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here. Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=21282The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/
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Long before the United States was formed, Native nations in the northeast joined together to keep peace and solve problems. They called it the Iroquois Confederacy. In this episode, we'll explore how these six nations worked as one, using wisdom, councils, and something called the Great Law of Peace. Learn how this powerful idea of unity shaped their world—and even inspired others around the globe.
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On this episode of Crazy Wisdom, I, Stewart Alsop, spoke with Neil Davies, creator of the Extelligencer project, about survival strategies in what he calls the “Dark Forest” of modern civilization — a world shaped by cryptographic trust, intelligence-immune system fusion, and the crumbling authority of legacy institutions. We explored how concepts like zero-knowledge proofs could defend against deepening informational warfare, the shift toward tribal "patchwork" societies, and the challenge of building a post-institutional framework for truth-seeking. Listeners can find Neil on Twitter as @sigilante and explore more about his work in the Extelligencer substack.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversation!Timestamps00:00 Introduction of Neil Davies and the Extelligencer project, setting the stage with Dark Forest theory and operational survival concepts.05:00 Expansion on Dark Forest as a metaphor for Internet-age exposure, with examples like scam evolution, parasites, and the vulnerability of modern systems.10:00 Discussion of immune-intelligence fusion, how organisms like anthills and the Portuguese Man o' War blend cognition and defense, leading into memetic immune systems online.15:00 Introduction of cryptographic solutions, the role of signed communications, and the growing importance of cryptographic attestation against sophisticated scams.20:00 Zero-knowledge proofs explained through real-world analogies like buying alcohol, emphasizing minimal information exposure and future-proofing identity verification.25:00 Transition into post-institutional society, collapse of legacy trust structures, exploration of patchwork tribes, DAOs, and portable digital organizations.30:00 Reflection on association vs. hierarchy, the persistence of oligarchies, and the shift from aristocratic governance to manipulated mass democracy.35:00 AI risks discussed, including trapdoored LLMs, epistemic hygiene challenges, and historical examples like gold fulminate booby-traps in alchemical texts.40:00 Controlled information flows, secular religion collapse, questioning sources of authority in a fragmented information landscape.45:00 Origins and evolution of universities, from medieval student-driven models to Humboldt's research-focused institutions, and the absorption by the nation-state.50:00 Financialization of universities, decay of independent scholarship, and imagining future knowledge structures outside corrupted legacy frameworks.Key InsightsThe "Dark Forest" is not just a cosmological metaphor, but a description of modern civilization's hidden dangers. Neil Davies explains that today's world operates like a Dark Forest where exposure — making oneself legible or visible — invites predation. This framework reshapes how individuals and groups must think about security, trust, and survival, particularly in an environment thick with scams, misinformation, and parasitic actors accelerated by the Internet.Immune function and intelligence function have fused in both biological and societal contexts. Davies draws a parallel between decentralized organisms like anthills and modern human society, suggesting that intelligence and immunity are inseparable functions in highly interconnected systems. This fusion means that detecting threats, maintaining identity, and deciding what to incorporate or reject is now an active, continuous cognitive and social process.Cryptographic tools are becoming essential for basic trust and survival. With the rise of scams that mimic legitimate authority figures and institutions, Davies highlights how cryptographic attestation — and eventually more sophisticated tools like zero-knowledge proofs — will become fundamental. Without cryptographically verifiable communication, distinguishing real demands from predatory scams may soon become impossible, especially as AI-generated deception grows more convincing.Institutions are hollowing out, but will not disappear entirely. Rather than a sudden collapse, Davies envisions a future where legacy institutions like universities, corporations, and governments persist as "zombie" entities — still exerting influence but increasingly irrelevant to new forms of social organization. Meanwhile, smaller, nimble "patchwork" tribes and digital-first associations will become more central to human coordination and identity.Modern universities have drifted far from their original purpose and structure. Tracing the history from medieval student guilds to Humboldt's 19th-century research universities, Davies notes that today's universities are heavily compromised by state agendas, mass democracy, and financialization. True inquiry and intellectual aloofness — once core to the ideal of the university — now require entirely new, post-institutional structures to be viable.Artificial intelligence amplifies both opportunity and epistemic risk. Davies warns that large language models (LLMs) mainly recombine existing information rather than generate truly novel insights. Moreover, they can be trapdoored or poisoned at the data level, introducing dangerous, invisible vulnerabilities. This creates a new kind of "Dark Forest" risk: users must assume that any received information may carry unseen threats or distortions.There is no longer a reliable central authority for epistemic trust. In a fragmented world where Wikipedia is compromised, traditional media is polarized, and even scientific institutions are politicized, Davies asserts that we must return to "epistemic hygiene." This means independently verifying knowledge where possible and treating all claims — even from AI — with skepticism. The burden of truth-validation increasingly falls on individuals and their trusted, cryptographically verifiable networks.
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