Podcasts about Universality

Come to a Dehoarding Accountability Zoom Session: http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ticket Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribe Podcast show notes, links and transcript: http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ For Hoarding Awareness Week 2025, I'm focusing on executive function - the brain's control centre for planning, starting, and finishing tasks - and the small, practical hacks that can make a genuine difference for people who hoard, whether or not we have ADHD or are neurodivergent. I talk about real-life tips for breaking the overwhelm, managing perfectionism, building momentum, and overcoming shame, all with the aim of making progress sustainable and achievable in your day-to-day life. This episode is all about honest advice that actually works, whether you're in the thick of it or just looking for a few smarter ways to approach this. Hoarding Awareness Week 2025 and its theme: Hoarding & Executive Function Recognition that executive function challenges impact both neurodivergent and neurotypical people Executive Function and Hoarding Previous podcast episodes relating to executive function, ADHD, and hoarding Importance of using effective hacks and techniques, regardless of neurotype Emphasis on finding what works personally for each listener The Realities and Challenges of Tackling Hoarding Overwhelm and daunting feelings about dehoarding Breaking tasks into small, manageable parts Focus on actionable, day-to-day strategies rather than long-term, rigid planning Understanding Executive Function Explanation of what executive function is (control centre for planning, focus, and impulse control) Factors that can impair executive function (neurodivergence, mental health, stress, lack of sleep, etc.) Universality of executive dysfunction - everyone struggles at times Emotional Barriers: Perfectionism and Shame The cycle of shame and self-blame in executive dysfunction and hoarding Societal judgment around hoarding, and its paralysing effects Strategies for stepping back, naming emotions, and cultivating self-compassion Core Executive Dysfunction Tips and Hacks Breaking Tasks Down Setting realistic micro-goals The concept of “towards” vs. “away” moves in progress Tracking Progress Counting bags/items leaving the house Caution against tracking becoming burdensome for some Using Timers Setting short (e.g., 5-minute) timers to help with task initiation Use of voice assistants to avoid distraction Reverse-timer technique to use end of music/podcast as a cue for action The Two-Minute Rule Limitations and personal adaptations of rule Identifying Motivations Creating visual or written reminders of why you want to dehoard Acceptance of some tools working only temporarily, and switching when necessary Reward Systems Small, non-material rewards for completing tasks Linking listening to desired media (like the podcast) with decluttering activities Non-Negotiable Rules Creating routines to reduce decision fatigue (e.g., charity bags leave home immediately) Body Doubling Doing tasks alongside others (physically or virtually, like in the host's Zoom sessions) Emotional/moral support of parallel accountability Alternative ways to body double if group support isn't accessible Time Blocking and Scheduling Using calendars and reminders to schedule decluttering sessions Flexibly adapting this strategy based on personal response Habit Stacking Linking a new task to an established routine (e.g., unloading dishwasher while kettle boils) Using “add-ons” for frequently-visited spaces (e.g., clearing five things each time you enter the bathroom) Links Podcast ep 183: ADHD, executive dysfunction and creating hacks and systems to reduce clutter chaos, with Carrie Lagerstedt Podcast ep 162: From Fibble to Focus: Defibble your executive dysfunction with Jo Cavalot Podcast ep 112: Executive function, executive dysfunction and hoarding with Dr Jan Eppingstall Podcast ep 149: ADHD, hoarding and clutter with Susie Boutal, ADHD and Declutter Coach Podcast ep 107: Things that look like hoarding but aren't: ADHD, depression, autism, OCD, OCPD and more Podcast ep 40: ADHD and hoarding with Dr Sharon Morein Podcast ep 82: Dehoarding when you're drowning with KC Davis of Struggle Care Podcast ep 182: What are “towards and away moves” and what on earth do they have to do with hoarding recovery? With Dr Jan Eppingstall Podcast ep 184: What if we actually felt the feelings? An honest conversation about trauma, hoarding, and allowing yourself to feel Podcast ep 28: Avoid analysis paralysis by having ‘systems' Arielle and Ned's Daily Tips That May or May Not Help You Come to a Dehoarding Accountability Zoom session: Accountability Booking Form Website: Overcome Compulsive Hoarding Become a Dehoarding Darling Submit a topic for the podcast to cover Questions to ask when dehoarding: https://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podquestions Instagram: @thathoarderpodcast Twitter: @ThatHoarder Mastodon: @ThatHoarder@mastodon.online TikTok: @thathoarderpodcast Facebook: Overcome Compulsive Hoarding with That Hoarder Pinterest: That Hoarder YouTube: Overcome Compulsive Hoarding with That Hoarder Reddit: Overcome Compulsive Hoarding with That Hoarder subreddit Help out: Support this project Sponsor the podcast Subscribe to the podcast Subscribe to the podcast here

Jack McConnell from Unity Books Auckland reviews Universality by Natasha Brown published by Faber

Masters of Chaos, "Tricksters," live across cultures and time, dancing along the fine line between ancient mythology and modern-day mysteries.These shape-shifting entities, from Anansi to Veles to Coyote, exist in the liminal space between science and superstition, folklore and fact.Join us for a chaotic collaboration as we dive deep into the world of Tricksters with special guest Kristen from the Paranorm Girl Podcast  ⁨@paranormgirlpod⁩Together, we'll explore the multifaceted roles these mythical beings play as advocates for nature and harbingers of change and their surprising connections to contemporary phenomena like UFOs, Bigfoot, fairies, tulpas, and egregores.Kristen - Paranorm Girl PodcastWhere to Listen: https://linktr.ee/ParanormGirl Where to Follow: https://linktr.ee/ParanormGirl Where to Support: https://patreon.com/paranormgirlpodBLACK CAT REPORTPATREON: Follow us on Patreon for exclusive content: https://bcr.link/patreon⁠⁠⁠CONNECT:Email: contact@blackcat.reportSubmit Episode Ideas: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bcr.link/ideas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/black_cat_report/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Beer, Boos and Boogeymen (B3): https://ghost.beer/⁠⁠⁠TAGS:#trickstergods #aliens #bigfoot #highstrangeness #ufo #mythsandlegends #fairyfolklore #norsemythology #paranormal #folklore #supernatural #mysteries #cryptids #strangemysteries #witchcraft #tulpas #strangephenomena #unexplainedmysteries #egregores #bigfootencounters #mythicalcreaturesCHAPTERS:00:00 Intro01:43 The Concept of Tricksters04:48 Trickster Gods and Their Roles07:47 Exploring Trickster Archetypes10:40 Coyote: The Gullible Trickster13:35 Veles: The Duality of a Trickster God22:38 The Duality of Velys: Trickster and Underworld God28:45 Cultural Evolution of Velys: From God to Devil35:10 Anansi: The Trickster Spider of Ghana40:12 The Origin of Stories: Anansi's Quest for Narratives46:03 The Universality of Trickster Entities53:24 Cultural Perspectives on Tricksters58:49 Tricksters in Religious Contexts01:06:37 The Connection Between Tricksters and Modern Phenomena01:10:46 The Nature of Tricksters01:11:54 Exploring Bigfoot and Cryptids01:14:16 Interdimensional Beings and Tricksters01:16:53 Cultural Perspectives on Tricksters01:18:22 The Symbolism of Tricksters01:20:23 The Search for Evidence01:22:49 The Reality of Tricksters01:25:28 Cultural Significance of Tricksters01:28:21 The Impact of Belief on RealitySOURCES:https://artsandculture.google.com/story/mohini-the-enchantress-american-institute-of-indian-studies/pQXBuABQJikpIg?hl=enhttps://www.learnreligions.com/trickster-gods-and-goddesses-2561501https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mohinihttps://fractalenlightenment.com/40732/culture/just-trickster-many-faces-coyotehttps://www.learnreligions.com/trickster-gods-and-goddesses-2561501https://dc.etsu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1324&context=honorsVeles Trickster: https://grammaticus.blog/2023/09/06/veles/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tricksterhttps://historycooperative.org/slavic-gods/https://www.thoughtco.com/veles-slavic-god-4777172https://solntsaroshcha.wordpress.com/veles/https://kotharianlightning.ca/2022/04/12/the-legend-of-nohoilpi-the-gambling-god/ Anansi Trickster: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anansihttps://occult-world.com/anansi/https://www.britannica.com/art/trickster-talehttps://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/literature-and-writing/anansihttps://www.galileo.org/initiatives/moka-meyo/meyo/meyopimatisiwin/learning-wasak3.htmlhttps://www.galileo.org/initiatives/moka-meyo/meyo/meyopimatisiwin/learning-wasak1.htmlhttps://www.galileo.org/initiatives/moka-meyo/meyo/meyopimatisiwin/learning-wasak2.htmlhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WisakedjakMUSIC CREDITS:Outro Music: Lounge Jungle by Curt S D Macdonald https://download.audiohero.com/track/41504269⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music Licensing Agreements: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://blackcat.report/music-licensing-agreement⁠⁠

Praise and Gratitude Expressing gratitude for the ability to breathe as a reason to praise God: "Let everything that hath breath praise you, the Lord." Acknowledging the unique experience of encountering the Holy Ghost. Affirming that one doesn't need education to connect with the Holy Ghost. The Power of "All" Focusing on the word "all" in 1 Timothy 2. Exhortation to offer prayers and thanks for all men, including those marginalized or different. "Old junkies, old alcoholics, preachers, deacons...Baptists, Pentecostals, Church of God." Extending prayers to those in authority for a peaceful life. God's desire for all men to come to the knowledge of truth. Categorizing everyone as sinners: "For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God." Christ Jesus came to save sinners. The Universality of Sin and God's Love Emphasizing that no one is inherently good or righteous. "There's nothing good. No, not one. All her righteousness is filthy." Acknowledging that everyone sins, regardless of their background or actions. Highlighting the need to actively bring people to Jesus, even those living in the "highway" or "sports." All mankind was created for the glory of God. The Ministry of Reconciliation Highlighting 2 Corinthians 5:18, stating that God has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ and has given us the ministry of reconciliation. Urging listeners to share their faith outside the church. Questioning whether individuals are truly saved or merely "saved." Emphasizing that genuine salvation results in a changed life: "If any man be in Christ, he is a new creature." Stating that those who are saved should exhibit a changed behavior and share their faith with others. Encouraging listeners not to judge others but to show them the love of Christ. The body is a temple of the Holy Ghost and not our own. Living for God Questioning whether individuals are truly living for God. If you were blind, and now you see, go tell it. If you are not telling others about Jesus, you are backslidden. If all you do is come to church, what are you doing about Jesus? Sharing a personal testimony of being a "snotty-nosed little brat" who went through foster homes. Criticizing those who foster children for financial gain rather than love. Emphasizing God's unconditional love for individuals, regardless of their past. Highlighting the deceitfulness and wickedness of man's heart. "Man's heart is deceitful above all things and desperately wicked. Who can know it?" God gives a new heart and a new spirit. God demonstrated His love while we were sinners. "But God commuted his love toward us in England." Warning against mocking God and trying to live in both the world and in Christ. If you are a child of God, there will be a separation. Questioning whether individuals are truly living for God outside of church. Overcoming Adversity and the Power of Prayer Encouraging listeners not to condemn others but to show them the love of Christ. Acknowledging that Christians can be "overtaken" or stumble. Describing oneself as a "fighting Christian" who will defend his family. Sharing a personal experience of being incarcerated and facing adversity. Highlighting the importance of loving others unconditionally, without enabling their destructive behaviors. Emphasizing the power in the name of Jesus. Encouraging listeners not to give up on those who seem lost or hopeless. Sharing a personal testimony of being a drug addict and facing a 99-year prison sentence. Highlighting the transformative power of meeting Jesus. Emphasizing that God had a plan to send the right person to share the Gospel. Encouraging listeners to share their testimonies and not to give up on others. Sharing a personal experience of being involved in drugs and taking prison guards hostage.

On episode 512 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews author, retired psychiatric nurse, educator, and leader Dr. Lisa Rosenberg. In the course of their conversation, Keith and Dr. Rosenberg discuss how we cope with life-altering events, and the universal experiences of loss, grief, and recovery. Also discussed is Dr. Rosenberg's memoir, Adventure on Joyland Road and Other Stories of Love and Grief, as well as the notion of "the third act" of life, when the inevitability of ageing causes us to examine our lives and make plans for the final third of our time on earth. Dr. Lisa Rosenberg, PhD, RN, is a retired psychiatric nurse, educator, and leader with over three decades of experience compassionately helping others, educating students, and championing health equity. She has a Master's degree in psychiatric nursing, and a PhD in educational psychology. Dr. Rosenberg was a faculty member at Rush University College of Nursing in Chicago for 30 years, retiring as Associate Dean Emeritus in 2019. She has published numerous articles on topics ranging from nursing college admissions to humor in healthcare and has presented extensively to regional and national audiences. Since 2017, Dr. Rosenberg has been a senior consultant for the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, providing consultations to nursing schools across the country. In 2025, Dr. Rosenberg published her memoir with Potter's Wheel Publishing House. Adventure on Joyland Road and Other Stories of Love and Grief, a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the resilience of the human spirit. She currently lives in the Chicago area, where she continues to consult, mentor, and write. Connect with Dr. Lisa Rosenberg: Facebook LinkedIn Adventure on Joyland Road and Other Stories of Love and Grief on Amazon Contact Nurse Keith about holistic career coaching to elevate your nursing and healthcare career at NurseKeith.com. Keith also offers services as a motivational and keynote speaker and freelance nurse writer. You can always find Keith on LinkedIn. Are you looking for a novel way to empower your career and move forward in life? Keith's wife, Shada McKenzie, is a gifted astrologer and reader of the tarot who combines ancient and modern techniques to provide valuable insights into your motivations, aspirations, and life trajectory, and she offers listeners of The Nurse Keith Show a 10% discount on their first consultation. Contact Shada at TheCircelandtheDot.com or shada@thecircleandthedot.com.

Ash speaks to author Natasha Brown about the big questions raised by her acclaimed second novel Universality, a ‘whydunnit' mystery about identity, class and how we (re)invent ourselves. Plus: a dilemma about selling your soul. PSA: We're going live at EartH in London on 21st May! Tickets are available from Dice. Send your dilemmas to ifispeak@novaramedia.com […]

Notes from James:I don't care if you've never written a word before—if you've lived, you have a story worth telling. The people who write the most impactful books aren't the most famous or the best trained. They're the ones who tell the truth with clarity and heart.In this episode, I show you how to do exactly that. You'll learn how to structure your life story for emotional and commercial impact, and how to weave in other stories, research, and personal growth without losing the power of your own voice.Episode Description:This episode picks up where Part 1: Why You Should Write Your Autobiography left off. If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, I highly encourage you to go back and start there first—it lays the essential groundwork for what we're doing here.In this (Part 2) episode, I walk you through how to identify the core of your story, pick the right style of memoir or hybrid book, and build your narrative around proven storytelling frameworks like the arc of the hero. I also introduce my “Six U's” checklist for great autobiographical writing—so every page you write is unique, useful, urgent, unforgettable, uplifting, and universal.Whether you're writing a classic memoir, a hybrid self-help book, or an autobiographical novel, this episode gives you the exact structure you need to make it work.Also—if you're serious about writing and publishing your own book, check out my full course: Write and Publish a Book in 30 Days. It's everything I've learned from writing over 25 books that have sold millions of copies.This is the blueprint I've used for every bestselling book I've written. You've got the raw material. Now it's time to build.What You'll Learn:How to turn intersecting life moments into a compelling narrativeWhy your story needs to follow the arc of the hero (and how to do it)The Six U's of great memoir writing—and how to apply them on every pageHow to protect real people in your story without sacrificing truthWhy memory doesn't matter as much as you think when writing your life storyHow to turn your autobiography into a nonfiction bestseller (with examples from Limitless, Choose Yourself, Atomic Habits, and more)Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Autobiographical Writing00:28 Finding Your Core Story01:34 Types of Autobiographical Works02:32 Example: Craig Stanley's 'Blank Canvas'05:24 The Hero's Journey in Autobiography14:23 The Six U's of Compelling Writing21:58 The Universality of Autobiographical Stories23:32 The Six U's of Autobiographical Writing25:03 Analyzing a Memoir: Prozac Nation26:31 Turning Your Autobiography into a Hybrid Book34:08 The Importance of Memory in Autobiography36:08 Ethical Considerations in Writing Autobiography39:55 Using AI for Research and Inspiration42:53 Final Encouragement and Next StepsBooks MentionedBlank Canvas by Craig StanleyThe Things They Carried by Tim O'BrienThinking in Bets by Annie DukeMan's Search for Meaning by Viktor FranklThe Puzzler by A.J. JacobsExtreme Ownership by Jocko WillinkThe Power of No by James AltucherThe Liars' Club by Mary KarrThe Art of Memoir by Mary KarrQuiet by Susan CainA Million Little Pieces by James FreyChoose Yourself by James Altucher13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do by Amy MorinLosing the Nobel Prize by Brian KeatingThe Art of Clear Thinking by Hasard LeeWhen Breath Becomes Air by Paul KalanithiProzac Nation by Elizabeth WurtzelLimitless by Jim KwikThe Talent Code by Daniel CoyleAtomic Habits by James ClearLove Yourself Like Your Life Depends on It by Kamal RavikantSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's Spectator Out Loud: Gavin Mortimer looks at how the French right can still win (1:48); Colin Freeman interviews Americans who have fought in Ukraine and feel betrayed by Trump (11:01); Lawrence Osborne details his experience of last week's earthquake, as he reads his diary from Bangkok (18:38); Lionel Shriver defends traditional, monogamous marriage (24:07); and, Anthony Cummins examines media satire and settled scores as he reviews Natasha Brown's Universality (31:13).  Produced and presented by Patrick Gibbons.

On the Saturday April 5, 2025 edition of The Riuchard Crouse Show we’ll meet writer, radio host, television personality, and public speaker Bee Quammie. She was the co-host of the Kultur’D podcast on Global News Radio and is a regular guest on The Social. Her writing has been featured in publications including The Globe and Mail, Maclean’s, Chatelaine, Ebony, Flare, and Hazlitt among others, and covers topics spanning race and culture to parenthood to health and wellness. Her latest project is “The Book of Possibilities,” which shows us how small acts of bravery and paying careful attention to our inner voice can open up a world of opportunity and lead to a fulfilling life. Then, we get to know British novelist Natasha Brown. Her debut novel “Assembly” was shortlisted for many awards and she was named one of Granta’s Best of Young British Novelists in 2023 and one of the Observer’s Best Debut Novelists in 2021. Her new novel “Universality” tells the story of a young journalist who sets out to uncover a murder mystery and winds up drawing connections between an unsympathetic banker landlord, a larger-than-life columnist, and a radical anarchist movement. She solves the mystery, but what she uncovers unearths a deeper web of questions. Elle calls “Universality” an “instant classic,” and “The Bookseller” calls it “a pin-sharp, savagely funny tale of class, wealth and manipulation.”

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On this week's Spectator Out Loud: Gavin Mortimer looks at how the French right can still win (1:48); Colin Freeman interviews Americans who have fought in Ukraine and feel betrayed by Trump (11:01); Lawrence Osborne details his experience of last week's earthquake, as he reads his diary from Bangkok (18:38); Lionel Shriver defends traditional, monogamous marriage (24:07); and, Anthony Cummins examines media satire and settled scores as he reviews Natasha Brown's Universality (31:13).  Produced and presented by Patrick Gibbons.

Are human emotions universal? Or do they vary from one place to the next and from one time period to the next? It's a big question, an old question. And every discipline that's grappled with it brings its own take, its own framings and forms of evidence. Some researchers appeal to cross-cultural experiments; others turn to neuroimaging studies or conceptual analysis. Some even look to fiction. My guest today is Dr. Bradley Irish, an Associate Professor of English Literature at Arizona State University. Brad is the author of a new book, The Universality of Emotion: Perspectives from the Sciences and Humanities; in it he maps the landscape of debate around this long-contested topic. Brad is also the author of numerous articles and books on the emotions in Shakespeare's plays, as well as in the work of other early modern authors. Here, Brad and I talk about both sides of his work—his writing as an observer of cross-disciplinary debates about the universality of emotion and his writing as a scholar of literature. We sketch four prominent theories of emotions—basic emotions theory, appraisal theories, psychological construction theories, and social construction theories. We weigh the idea that some emotions are more universal than others. We talk about the role that language might play in our emotional experience. And we consider why many literary scholars tend to be deeply suspicious of claims about human universality. Along the way, Brad and I also touch on: the theory of ur-emotions, the aims of literary analysis; disgust, anger, schadenfreude, anxiety; frogs and public dissections; Shakespeare as a supposedly universal poet; and Brad's latest project on neurodiversity in literature. If you're enjoying the show, we would be most grateful if you could give us a rating or review, maybe even a shout-out on your social media platform of choice. For those who listen on Spotify, you can also now leave comments on individual episodes—which is a great way to let us know what you think. Alright friends, on to my conversation with Brad Irish. Enjoy! A transcript of this episode will be posted soon.   Notes and links 7:00 – For an example of an anti-universalist treatment from a literary scholar, see here. See also Dr. Irish's brief essay on the idea of universality in literary studies. 12:00 – For Dr. Irish's first book—on emotions in the early modern period—see here.  15:00 – For a recent review/update of the “basic emotions theory” tradition, see here.  21:00 – An influential early paper on facial expressions of emotion across cultures. A more recent, critical perspective on the relationship between facial expressions and emotions.  23:00 – For a review of social constructionist approaches to emotion, see here. 24:00 – A recent review of the “appraisal theories” of emotion. 26:00 – Psychological constructionist theories of emotion are most strongly associated with the work of Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett and colleagues. For an articulation of these views, see here. 33:00 – For more on the relationship between language and emotion, see influential recent studies here, here, and here.  39:00 – The paper introducing the concept of “ur-emotions.” 44:00 – Dr. Patrick Colm Hogan's book, What Literature Teaches Us about Emotion. 49:00 – Dr. Irish's book, Shakespeare & Disgust: The History and Science of Early Modern Revulsion. 58:00 – For an influential paper on disgust in general, see here. For more on moral disgust in particular, see here. 1:07:00 – For the idea that disgust evolved to help us avoid disease, see here. 1:15:00 – For more on the idea that fictions can be thought of as simulations of psychology and the social world, see our earlier episode on stories. 1:16:00 – For more about Dr. Irish's latest research project, see his new book, Literary Neurodiversity Studies.   Recommendations Emotion Theory: The Routledge Comprehensive Guide, edited by Andrea Scarantino   Many Minds is a project of the Diverse Intelligences Summer Institute, which is made possible by a generous grant from the John Templeton Foundation to Indiana University. The show is hosted and produced by Kensy Cooperrider, with help from Assistant Producer Urte Laukaityte and with creative support from DISI Directors Erica Cartmill and Jacob Foster. Our artwork is by Ben Oldroyd. Our transcripts are created by Sarah Dopierala. Subscribe to Many Minds on Apple, Stitcher, Spotify, Pocket Casts, Google Play, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also now subscribe to the Many Minds newsletter here! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions. Feel free to email us at: manymindspodcast@gmail.com.  For updates about the show, visit our website or follow us on Twitter (@ManyMindsPod) or Bluesky (@manymindspod.bsky.social).

How can we start to address unresolved challenges in our lives that impact people profoundly and sometimes in painful ways? In this episode, Patrick Lencioni and Cody Thompson discuss the podcast's return after a six-month break, and a shift in content to include broader societal and cultural issues. Pat also shares his personal journey of self-discovery, focusing on addressing his own wounds and trauma, and explores how this deeply personal work relates to leadership and organizational health.Topics explored in this episode: * (8:04) The Impact of Wounds on Leadership* How fear can drive leaders. * (11:58) The Catalyst for Self-Discovery* Pat's realization that running from his issues was more painful than confronting them. * The temptation to deny your own wounds. * (16:34) The Universality of Wounds* Everyone has wounds, such as neglect, shame, rejection, and abandonment. * Healing is a lifelong process. * (21:14) Encouraging Healing* Addressing wounds sooner rather than later. This episode of At The Table with Patrick Lencioni is brought to you by The Table Group. We teach leaders how to make work more effective and less dysfunctional. We also help their employees be more fulfilled and less miserable. Subscribe to At The Table on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Follow Pat Lencioni on LinkedIn and YouTube. Connect with Cody Thompson on LinkedIn. Do you know about our other podcast? You can subscribe to The Working Genius Podcast with Patrick Lencioni on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Let us know your feedback on this episode via podcast@tablegroup.com.This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/

Natasha Brown’s 2021 debut ‘Assembly’ was met with critical acclaim, shortlisted for several awards including the Folio Prize, the Goldsmiths Prize and the Orwell Prize for Fiction, and translated into 17 languages. Her second novel ‘Universality’ is another extension of her talent, exploring the effect of language and applying to certain narratives affecting society today. She speaks to Georgina Godwin about the success of ‘Assembly’, exploring journalism as a genre and the idea of writing with objectivity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Writers' Cafe! Brought to you from the award-winning indie, Sevenoaks Bookshop!This week's visitor to the cafe is the absolutely lovely and warm Natasha Brown! We were absolutely delighted to have her with us for an evening event wherein we discussed her newest novel: Universality! An absolutely immersive read that will have you pondering just how much power language wields! Bookseller review: "The novel begins with a journalistic piece in which we are told the story of someone who has been bludgeoned with a gold bar. However, as we delve deeper into the story, our perspective continually shifts as we get pulled in multiple directions, each character having their own version of "truth". Observant writing, encapsulating modern day Britain and hitting on race, class, politics, and wealth. Sleek, clever, and darkly funny.If you like the sound of this, a live event, then more information can be found on our website, featuring all of our immensely exciting events coming up. Signing up to our mailing list is a great way to ensure you never miss out on the great writers coming through our doors: https://sevenoaksbookshop.co.uk/join-our-mailing-list/If you are new to The Writer's Cafe pod: Inspired by our own in-shop cafe of the same name and the conversations about books, life, literature, and so much more every single day - as well as the literary salons of old where gossip thrived - this podcast seeks to highlight and celebrate the best writers and voices every episode with a warm, detailed conversation about their work and craft.Natasha's work can be purchased with us here:Universality https://sevenoaksbookshop.co.uk/shop/universality-by-natasha-brown/Assembly https://sevenoaksbookshop.co.uk/shop/assembly-by-natasha-brown-2/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MAKE HISTORY WITH US THIS SUMMER:https://demystifysci.com/demysticon-2025PATREON https://www.patreon.com/c/demystifysciPARADIGM DRIFThttps://demystifysci.com/paradigm-drift-showPATREON: get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasBMERCH: Rock some DemystifySci gear : https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/allAMAZON: Do your shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/3YyoT98SUBSTACK: https://substack.com/@UCqV4_7i9h1_V7hY48eZZSLw@demystifysciDr. Jack Bagby is a professor of Philosophy, Cosmology, and Consciousness at the California Institute of Integral Studies who is one of the world's foremost experts on the philosophy of Henri Bergson. Bergson was an early proponent of the absolute importance of context when trying to understand nature. This is nowhere more apparent than in the world of music, where the rhythm, interval, and mode of the songs being played creates wildly different sensations even when the same pure tones are in play. Bagby has extensive experience with novel musical instruments, strange tunings, and alternative scales, which he deploys as evidence of Bergson's deep insights in the nature of perception and reality. (00:00) Go! Bergson's Influence(00:06:45) Defining Metaphysics(00:11:38) Creativity and Consciousness(00:14:22) Science v. Metaphysics(00:20:13) Sensation and Perception in Music(00:24:07) Critique of Artificial Intelligence(00:27:18) Metaphysics and Movement(00:30:24) Music and Inner Experience(00:35:01) Resonance Theory and Consciousness(00:50:09) Sensation, measurement, and subjectivity(00:58:07) Metaphysics, morality, and creativity(01:01:26) Music as a metaphor for existence(01:05:11) Technological expansion and consciousness(01:12:51) Building Musical Scales Through Overtones(01:14:13) Tuning and Musical Expression(01:17:38) Scales and Tuning Variability(01:21:02) Keyboard Innovations and Intonation(01:26:42) Perfect Fifths and Harmonic Construction(01:35:23) Harmonic Series and Interval Challenges(01:37:43) Harmony v. Dissonance(01:42:18) Expressive Dissonance and Temperament(01:46:02) Overtones and Consonance Explained(01:49:47) Measuring and Adjusting Temperaments(01:55:06) Historical Perspectives on Musical Tempering(02:11:29) Cultural Perception and Universality in Music(02:19:13) Experiential Nature of Music and Counterpoint(02:21:17) Demonstration of Microtonal Guitar(02:27:15) Rhythm and Its Temporal Nature(02:31:08) Metaphysics of Matter and Sensory Experience(02:35:10) Interpretations of Reality in Theory v. Experience(02:39:10) The Intersection of Science and Metaphysics(02:44:08) Continuous Dialogue Between Concepts and Reality #philosophy, #stoicism, #arttheory, #spiritualevolution , #musictheory, #Bergson, #aesthetics , #harmony , #consciousness , #creativitydevelopment , #existentialism, #philosophypodcast, #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcastCheck our short-films channel, @DemystifySci: https://www.youtube.com/c/DemystifyingScience AND our material science investigations of atomics, @MaterialAtomics https://www.youtube.com/@MaterialAtomicsJoin our mailing list https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S PODCAST INFO: Anastasia completed her PhD studying bioelectricity at Columbia University. When not talking to brilliant people or making movies, she spends her time painting, reading, and guiding backcountry excursions. Shilo also did his PhD at Columbia studying the elastic properties of molecular water. When he's not in the film studio, he's exploring sound in music. They are both freelance professors at various universities. - RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/2be66934/podcast/rss- Donate: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaD- Swag: https://bit.ly/2PXdC2y SOCIAL: - Discord: https://discord.gg/MJzKT8CQub- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DemystifySci- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DemystifySci/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/DemystifySciMUSIC: -Shilo Delay: https://g.co/kgs/oty671

As Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa's novel The Leopard is dramatised for television, director Tom Shankland and film critic Peter Bradshaw discuss the power of this classic Italian novel.Natasha Brown's first novel, Assembly, saw her favourably compared to Virginia Woolf and won a Betty Trask award. Her eagerly-awaited second novel Universality has just been published and she discusses leaving her career in finance to write fiction.Low Kee Hong, the new Creative Director of Manchester International Festival, shares his vision for the festival and talks about the 2025 programme which has been revealed today. Ceramicist Elizabeth Fritsch is the subject of a major retrospective at the Hepworth Wakefield. Curator, writer, and editor Natalie Baerselman le Gros, who specialises in contemporary ceramics, reflects on the work of an artist who describes herself as a painter who makes pots.Presenter: Nick Ahad Producer: Ekene Akalawu

Natasha Brown's Assembly was a debut that announced the arrival of a fresh new voice in fiction and her latest, Universality, shows her wielding words as weapons in a tale of power, privilege and taking control of the narrative. We sat down with her to discuss writing without constraints, perceptions of reality and what universality means.

On the Saturday April 5, 2025 edition of The Riuchard Crouse Show we'll meet writer, radio host, television personality, and public speaker Bee Quammie. She was the co-host of the Kultur'D podcast on Global News Radio and is a regular guest on The Social. Her writing has been featured in publications including The Globe and Mail, Maclean's, Chatelaine, Ebony, Flare, and Hazlitt among others, and covers topics spanning race and culture to parenthood to health and wellness. Her latest project is “The Book of Possibilities,” which shows us how small acts of bravery and paying careful attention to our inner voice can open up a world of opportunity and lead to a fulfilling life. Then, we get to know British novelist Natasha Brown. Her debut novel “Assembly” was shortlisted for many awards and she was named one of Granta's Best of Young British Novelists in 2023 and one of the Observer's Best Debut Novelists in 2021. Her new novel “Universality” tells the story of a young journalist who sets out to uncover a murder mystery and winds up drawing connections between an unsympathetic banker landlord, a larger-than-life columnist, and a radical anarchist movement. She solves the mystery, but what she uncovers unearths a deeper web of questions. Elle calls “Universality” an “instant classic,” and “The Bookseller” calls it “a pin-sharp, savagely funny tale of class, wealth and manipulation.”

Sin holds us back from the life God wants for us. But what if facing the reality of sin could lead to freedom instead of guilt? In this message, we'll learn how God's grace helps us break free and move forward.CHAPTERS:00:00 Understanding Free Will and Sin00:30 The Reluctance to Face the Truth02:30 The Spiritual Diagnosis03:11 God's Hatred for Sin04:29 The Consequences of Sin06:40 The Decline of Faith in America10:41 The Role of Free Will in Sin19:21 The Impact of Pornography28:02 The Universality of Sin31:01 The Call to RepentanceTAKE A NEXT STEP:INTRODUCE YOURSELF

Today, Frank Turek gives his best evidence against evolution. And he doesn't do well.Cards:Either God is Evil, or Doesn't Exist:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0g7Rl6zJbfYOriginal Video: https://tinyurl.com/2ybykceySources:Long-Term Follow-Up of Transsexual Persons Undergoing Sex Reassignment Surgery: Cohort Study in Sweden: https://tinyurl.com/ych994aeSection 5: Evolution, Climate Change and Other Issues: https://tinyurl.com/2lcvkhbzUnderstanding the Universality of the Genetic Code – Exploring the Biological Foundations of Genetic Diversity and Evolution: https://tinyurl.com/25hsd9tnUnderstanding COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines: https://tinyurl.com/22lhmlklTypes of Mutations: https://tinyurl.com/2ckj7aowThe Cambrian “Explosion”, Transitional Forms, and the Tree of Life: https://tinyurl.com/25mpphs2Dynamics of Dark-Fly Genome Under Environmental Selections: https://tinyurl.com/2c7kzlugGolden Rice FAQs: https://tinyurl.com/2yqol7ruAn operational definition of epigenetics: https://tinyurl.com/2a22fejuEpigenetics and Early Development: https://tinyurl.com/24ovcwotHow does epigenetics influence the course of evolution?: https://tinyurl.com/2yr9mo72Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/viced-rhino-the-podcast--4623273/support.

The Politics of the Wretched: Race, Reason, and Ressentiment (Bloomsbury 2024) argues for ressentiment's generative negativity, prompting a shift from ressentiment as a personal expression of frustration to ressentiment as a collective “No”. Inspired by Kant and Nietzsche's philosophy, Zalloua identifies two modes of deploying ressentiment – private and public use – by substituting ressentiment for reason. This reinterpretation argues for a public use of ressentiment, for the wretched to universalize their grievances, to see their antagonism as cutting across societies, and to turn personal trauma into a common cause. A public use of ressentiment rails against the ideology of identity and victimhood and insists on ressentiment's generative negativity, its own rationality, prompting a shift from ressentiment as a personal expression of frustration to ressentiment as a collective “No”. Reframing ressentiment as a tool to oppose the evils of capitalism, anti-Blackness, and neocolonialism, it both alarms the liberal gatekeepers of the status quo and promises to energize the anti-racist Left in its ongoing struggles for universal justice and emancipation. Zahi Zalloua is Cushing Eells Professor of Philosophy and Literature and a Professor of Indigeneity, Race, and Ethnicity Studies at Whitman College and Editor of The Comparatist. His most recent work includes Solidarity and the Palestinian Cause: Indigeneity, Blackness, and the Promise of Universality (2023), Being Posthuman: Ontologies of the Future (2021), Žižek on Race: Toward an Anti- Racist Future (2020), Theory's Autoimmunity: Skepticism, Literature, and Philosophy (2018), and Continental Philosophy and the Palestinian Question: Beyond the Jew and the Greek (2017). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

The Politics of the Wretched: Race, Reason, and Ressentiment (Bloomsbury 2024) argues for ressentiment's generative negativity, prompting a shift from ressentiment as a personal expression of frustration to ressentiment as a collective “No”. Inspired by Kant and Nietzsche's philosophy, Zalloua identifies two modes of deploying ressentiment – private and public use – by substituting ressentiment for reason. This reinterpretation argues for a public use of ressentiment, for the wretched to universalize their grievances, to see their antagonism as cutting across societies, and to turn personal trauma into a common cause. A public use of ressentiment rails against the ideology of identity and victimhood and insists on ressentiment's generative negativity, its own rationality, prompting a shift from ressentiment as a personal expression of frustration to ressentiment as a collective “No”. Reframing ressentiment as a tool to oppose the evils of capitalism, anti-Blackness, and neocolonialism, it both alarms the liberal gatekeepers of the status quo and promises to energize the anti-racist Left in its ongoing struggles for universal justice and emancipation. Zahi Zalloua is Cushing Eells Professor of Philosophy and Literature and a Professor of Indigeneity, Race, and Ethnicity Studies at Whitman College and Editor of The Comparatist. His most recent work includes Solidarity and the Palestinian Cause: Indigeneity, Blackness, and the Promise of Universality (2023), Being Posthuman: Ontologies of the Future (2021), Žižek on Race: Toward an Anti- Racist Future (2020), Theory's Autoimmunity: Skepticism, Literature, and Philosophy (2018), and Continental Philosophy and the Palestinian Question: Beyond the Jew and the Greek (2017). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/political-science

The Politics of the Wretched: Race, Reason, and Ressentiment (Bloomsbury 2024) argues for ressentiment's generative negativity, prompting a shift from ressentiment as a personal expression of frustration to ressentiment as a collective “No”. Inspired by Kant and Nietzsche's philosophy, Zalloua identifies two modes of deploying ressentiment – private and public use – by substituting ressentiment for reason. This reinterpretation argues for a public use of ressentiment, for the wretched to universalize their grievances, to see their antagonism as cutting across societies, and to turn personal trauma into a common cause. A public use of ressentiment rails against the ideology of identity and victimhood and insists on ressentiment's generative negativity, its own rationality, prompting a shift from ressentiment as a personal expression of frustration to ressentiment as a collective “No”. Reframing ressentiment as a tool to oppose the evils of capitalism, anti-Blackness, and neocolonialism, it both alarms the liberal gatekeepers of the status quo and promises to energize the anti-racist Left in its ongoing struggles for universal justice and emancipation. Zahi Zalloua is Cushing Eells Professor of Philosophy and Literature and a Professor of Indigeneity, Race, and Ethnicity Studies at Whitman College and Editor of The Comparatist. His most recent work includes Solidarity and the Palestinian Cause: Indigeneity, Blackness, and the Promise of Universality (2023), Being Posthuman: Ontologies of the Future (2021), Žižek on Race: Toward an Anti- Racist Future (2020), Theory's Autoimmunity: Skepticism, Literature, and Philosophy (2018), and Continental Philosophy and the Palestinian Question: Beyond the Jew and the Greek (2017). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/critical-theory

The Politics of the Wretched: Race, Reason, and Ressentiment (Bloomsbury 2024) argues for ressentiment's generative negativity, prompting a shift from ressentiment as a personal expression of frustration to ressentiment as a collective “No”. Inspired by Kant and Nietzsche's philosophy, Zalloua identifies two modes of deploying ressentiment – private and public use – by substituting ressentiment for reason. This reinterpretation argues for a public use of ressentiment, for the wretched to universalize their grievances, to see their antagonism as cutting across societies, and to turn personal trauma into a common cause. A public use of ressentiment rails against the ideology of identity and victimhood and insists on ressentiment's generative negativity, its own rationality, prompting a shift from ressentiment as a personal expression of frustration to ressentiment as a collective “No”. Reframing ressentiment as a tool to oppose the evils of capitalism, anti-Blackness, and neocolonialism, it both alarms the liberal gatekeepers of the status quo and promises to energize the anti-racist Left in its ongoing struggles for universal justice and emancipation. Zahi Zalloua is Cushing Eells Professor of Philosophy and Literature and a Professor of Indigeneity, Race, and Ethnicity Studies at Whitman College and Editor of The Comparatist. His most recent work includes Solidarity and the Palestinian Cause: Indigeneity, Blackness, and the Promise of Universality (2023), Being Posthuman: Ontologies of the Future (2021), Žižek on Race: Toward an Anti- Racist Future (2020), Theory's Autoimmunity: Skepticism, Literature, and Philosophy (2018), and Continental Philosophy and the Palestinian Question: Beyond the Jew and the Greek (2017). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

The Politics of the Wretched: Race, Reason, and Ressentiment (Bloomsbury 2024) argues for ressentiment's generative negativity, prompting a shift from ressentiment as a personal expression of frustration to ressentiment as a collective “No”. Inspired by Kant and Nietzsche's philosophy, Zalloua identifies two modes of deploying ressentiment – private and public use – by substituting ressentiment for reason. This reinterpretation argues for a public use of ressentiment, for the wretched to universalize their grievances, to see their antagonism as cutting across societies, and to turn personal trauma into a common cause. A public use of ressentiment rails against the ideology of identity and victimhood and insists on ressentiment's generative negativity, its own rationality, prompting a shift from ressentiment as a personal expression of frustration to ressentiment as a collective “No”. Reframing ressentiment as a tool to oppose the evils of capitalism, anti-Blackness, and neocolonialism, it both alarms the liberal gatekeepers of the status quo and promises to energize the anti-racist Left in its ongoing struggles for universal justice and emancipation. Zahi Zalloua is Cushing Eells Professor of Philosophy and Literature and a Professor of Indigeneity, Race, and Ethnicity Studies at Whitman College and Editor of The Comparatist. His most recent work includes Solidarity and the Palestinian Cause: Indigeneity, Blackness, and the Promise of Universality (2023), Being Posthuman: Ontologies of the Future (2021), Žižek on Race: Toward an Anti- Racist Future (2020), Theory's Autoimmunity: Skepticism, Literature, and Philosophy (2018), and Continental Philosophy and the Palestinian Question: Beyond the Jew and the Greek (2017). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/politics-and-polemics

Trey's Table Episode 231: Genre: A Code Word To Keep Us In Our Places. **Beyoncé's Grammy Win and the Universality of Music: Breaking Down Genre Barriers** In the latest episode of *Trey's Table* (Episode 231), I explored the profound significance of Beyoncé's historic win for *Country Album of the Year* at the 2025 Grammy Awards. This milestone isn't just a celebration of her artistry; it's a testament to the universality of music and a reminder that genres should never be restrictive. Beyoncé's foray into country music has sparked conversations about the fluidity of musical expression. Her album, which blends traditional country sounds with her signature R&B and soul influences, challenges the notion that music must fit neatly into predefined categories. This win is a powerful statement: music transcends boundaries, and its beauty lies in its ability to evolve and connect people across cultures and experiences. **Personal Reflections on the Universality of Music** In the episode, I shared some personal experiences that highlight how music has always been a universal language. Growing up, I was exposed to a wide range of genres—from gospel and jazz to hip-hop and rock. These sounds shaped my understanding of the world and taught me that music isn't confined to a single culture or community. It's a shared human experience that resonates deeply, regardless of where it comes from. Beyoncé's Grammy win reminded me of moments when I've seen music bridge divides. Whether it was a soulful melody that brought people together at a family gathering or a powerful lyric that sparked a conversation about social justice, music has always been a unifying force. **The History of Northern Soul in England** I also delved into the fascinating history of Northern Soul, a movement that emerged in England in the 1960s and 1970s. Northern Soul enthusiasts embraced obscure African-American soul records, creating a vibrant subculture centered around dance clubs and all-nighters. This movement is a prime example of how music transcends borders. African-American soul music, often overlooked in its homeland, found a passionate audience thousands of miles away, proving that great music knows no boundaries. The Northern Soul phenomenon also underscores the importance of cultural exchange. It's a reminder that music isn't just about where it comes from—it's about how it moves people, how it inspires, and how it connects us to something greater than ourselves. **Why Beyoncé's Win Matters** Beyoncé's Grammy win is more than just a personal achievement; it's a cultural moment that challenges us to rethink how we categorize and value music. By embracing country music, she's honoring its roots while also pushing the genre forward. Her success is a celebration of the diversity and richness of African-American contributions to all forms of music, from blues and jazz to hip-hop and now country. This win also invites us to reflect on the broader implications of genre labels. Why do we feel the need to box music into categories? What do we gain—and what do we lose—when we treat genres as rigid and exclusive? Beyoncé's album reminds us that music is at its best when it's free to evolve, blend, and inspire. **Final Thoughts** As I discussed in the episode, music is a universal language that speaks to the soul. Beyoncé's Grammy win is a celebration of that universality, a reminder that great art knows no boundaries. Whether it's the soulful sounds of Northern Soul or the genre-defying brilliance of Beyoncé, music has the power to bring us together, challenge our assumptions, and inspire us to see the world in new ways. If you haven't already, I encourage you to listen to Episode 231 of *Trey's Table* for a deeper dive into these ideas. Let's keep the conversation going—because music, like history and culture, is meant to be shared.

Get ready to build up your 2025 TBR because we're chatting with some of our bookish friends about the upcoming releases they're excited to read this year!    Alyssa Morris's picks - The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig, Misdirected by Lucy Parker| Her newsletter is Romancing the Phone   Michelle Martin's picks - The Colony by Annika Norlin (out 3/25), The Antidote by Karen Russell (out 3/11) | Her newsletter is Literary Leanings   Thao Thai's picks - Slanting Towards the Sea by Lidija Hilje (out 7/8), Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte Mcconaghey (out 3/4) | She's the author of Banyan Moon, out now!   Josh Lora's picks - Nothing Serious by Emily Jane Smith, Universality by Natasha Brown | His newsletter is Tell the Bees   Jordan Bogigian's picks -  Immaculate Conception by Ling Ling Huang, Old Soul by Susan Barker | Her newsletter is The Composite    Becca's picks - Deep Cuts by Holly Brickley (out 2/25), The Art of Vanishing by Morgan Pager (out 7/1)   Olivia's picks - Isola by Allegra Goodman (2/3), Heartwood by Amity Gaige (April 1, 2025).    Obsessions Olivia -  Jarlic support Becca -  Madewell The Essential Medium Bucket Tote in Deep Merlot   What we read this week Becca - Beg, Borrow, or Steal by Sarah Adams   January's Book Club Pick - Stolen Focus by Johann Hari (have thoughts about this book you want to share? Call in at 843-405-3157 or email us a voice memo at badonpaperpodcast@gmail.com)   Sponsors Cozy Earth - Visit cozyearth.com and use our exclusive 40% off with code BOP.  BetterHelp - Visit BetterHelp.com/BADONPAPER today to get 10% off your first month.   Join our Facebook group for amazing book recs & more!  Buy our Merch! Join our Geneva! Order Olivia's Book, Such a Bad Influence! Subscribe to Olivia's Newsletter! Order Becca's Book, The Christmas Orphans Club! Subscribe to Becca's Newsletter!  Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast. Follow Olivia on Instagram @oliviamuenter and Becca @beccamfreeman.  

reference: Sri Aurobindo and the Mother, Powers Within, Chapter XX The Psychic, pp. 153-154 This episode is also available as a blog post at https://sriaurobindostudies.wordpress.com/2025/01/20/the-universality-of-the-spiritual-presence-in-all-existence/ Video presentations, interviews and podcast episodes are all available on the YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@santoshkrinsky871 More information about Sri Aurobindo can be found at www.aurobindo.net  The US editions and links to e-book editions of Sri Aurobindo's writings can be found at Lotus Press www.lotuspress.com

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit bequranic.substack.com(00:00:00):Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuhu.Welcome to Day 18 of the BeQuranic New Year Challenge 2025.Our goal this month is to study Surah Al-Mulk, one ayah per day. Each day, we:1. Recite the ayah.2. Dissect its Tajweed rules.3. Explore its meaning and wisdoms.4. Take on the challenge of memorising one ayah every day.By the end of January, inshaAllah, we'll have completed both memorisation and reflection of this beautiful surah. If you're joining us for the first time, don't stress about catching up. Remember, the most beloved deeds to Allah are consistent ones, even if small.Let's begin with ayah 18 of Surah Al-Mulk.Recitation of Ayah 18:أعوذ بالله من الشيطان الرجيموَلَقَدْ كَذَّبَ ٱلَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِهِمْ فَكَيْفَ كَانَ نَكِيرِMeaning of the Ayah:Allah says:“And those before them also denied (the truth). So how (terrible) was My rejection!”Reflection and Lessons:1. The Universality of Rejection:Allah is consoling the Prophet ﷺ. The Quraysh were rejecting his message, mocking him, and oppressing him. But this rejection isn't new. Nations before them—like the people of Nuh, Lut, Aad, and Thamud—also denied their prophets.For the Prophet ﷺ and for us as his followers, this reminder is meant to strengthen our patience in the face of opposition. If the greatest prophets faced rejection, how can we expect life to be without challenges?BeQuranic is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.2. The Consequences of Rejection:فَكَيْفَ كَانَ نَكِيرِAllah asks rhetorically, “How terrible was My rejection?” It's a warning to those who oppose the truth. Nations like Aad and Thamud were known for their technological advancements and immense power, yet they were obliterated because they defied their prophets.The Quraysh were well aware of these stories; they even passed by the ruins of these nations on their trade routes. This ayah is a stark reminder of the consequences of arrogance and disobedience.3. Parallels to Modern Times:History repeats itself. Today, we see injustices, arrogance, and oppression all around us. We witness atrocities committed against innocent people. We might question when justice will come. This ayah reminds us that Allah's justice is inevitable—whether in this world or the Hereafter.

It's a new year and a new episode. Join Kate and Laura as they consider reading intentions for the year ahead, and try to set some realistic goals. Will 2025 be the year Kate gets into poetry? Will it be the year Laura weans herself off romance novels? And as always, they're thinking of book club reads to come. Meanwhile Phil sets a goal for himself in 2025 that might surprise you. Books mentioned  4,000 Weeks and Meditations for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman  Rejection by Tony Tulithamutte Bliss Montage by Ling Ma The George Smiley novels by John le Carre Karla's Choice by Nick Harkaway  My Struggle, Karl Ove Knausgard The Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan Assembly and Universality by Natasha Brown Also a Poet and Crush by Ada Calhoun Our Country Friends and Vera, or Faith by Gary Shteyngart Intimacies and Audition by Katie Kitamura Robert Caro's Fifth Lyndon Johnson book Polostan by Neal Stephenson Finance for the People by Paca Leon Essays of E. B. White The Ladies of Grace Adieu by Susanna Clarke The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna The Husbands by Holly Gramazio  All That Glitters by Orlando Whitfield Glorious Exploits by Ferdia Lennon Ink Blood Sister Scribe by Emma Törzs Intermezzo by Sally Rooney The Empusium by Olga Tokarczuk My Friends by Hisham Matar  The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion by Beth Brower Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros Deep Cuts by Holly Brickley The Tainted Cup by Robert Jackson Bennett Eight Months on Ghazzah Street by Hilary Mantel The Gifts of Reading, Robert Macfarlane (ed) Untitled Memoir from Nicola Sturgeon Katabasis by R. F. Kuang Patrick Rothfuss (The Name of the Wind trilogy) Book Lovers by Emily Henry Living and Death and Intimations by Zadie Smith Notes If you're looking for inspiration in your reading life over the coming year why not subscribe to The Book Club Review Patreon. In addition to the various special episodes you'll find on there, you'll get The Book Club Review Weekend, my weeky-ish bonus episode just for Patrons, featuring Laura's reading updates and regular chats with friends of the pod. Laura and I have cooked up a new feature, called One Book Wonder, that allows us to talk about those books that slip through the cracks between regular episodes. Listen in for our thoughts on Good Material by Dolly Alderton.  You get all that at the entry level, but at the higher tier you can also join the podcast book club and come and talk books with me in person at the end of every month over zoom, or listen back anytime if you can't make the live session. In January we're reading the novel that appeared on many a best-of-the-year list, Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar, In February we're we're reading All The Beauty in the World by Patrick Bringley, a museum guard's quest to find solace and meaning in art, and in March it's short stories with Hateship, Friendship, Loveship, Courtship, Marriage by Alice Munroe. But will they make for good book club reads? Join me and the book clubbers over on Patreon and find out. Join our bookish community, get brilliant book recommendations and get the warm glow from knowing that you're supporting me in making the show. Head to Patreon.com/thebookclubreview and sign up today. Otherwise come and find me anytime on Instagram @bookclubreviewpodcast or check out our website, thebookclubreview.co.uk. But for now, thanks for listening and happy book clubbing.    

The great political ideas and movements of the modern world were founded on a promise of universal emancipation. But in recent decades, much of the Left has grown suspicious of such aspirations. Critics see the invocation of universality as a form of domination or a way of speaking for others, and have come to favor a politics of particularism—often derided as “identity politics.” Others, both centrists and conservatives, associate universalism with twentieth-century totalitarianism and hold that it is bound to lead to catastrophe. This book develops a new conception of universality that helps us rethink political thought and action. Todd McGowan argues that universals such as equality and freedom are not imposed on us. They emerge from our shared experience of their absence and our struggle to attain them. McGowan reconsiders the history of Nazism and Stalinism and reclaims the universalism of movements fighting racism, sexism, and homophobia. He demonstrates that the divide between Right and Left comes down to particularity versus universality. Despite the accusation of identity politics directed against leftists, every emancipatory political project is fundamentally a universal one—and the real proponents of identity politics are the right wing. Through a wide range of examples in contemporary politics, film, and history, Universality and Identity Politics (Columbia UP, 2020) offers an antidote to the impasses of identity and an inspiring vision of twenty-first-century collective struggle. Todd McGowan is professor of film studies at the University of Vermont. His previous Columbia University Press books are The Impossible David Lynch (2007), Capitalism and Desire: The Psychic Cost of Free Markets (2016), and Emancipation After Hegel: Achieving a Contradictory Revolution (2019). He is the coeditor of the Diaeresis series at Northwestern University Press with Slavoj Žižek and Adrian Johnston. He is also cohost of the Why Theory podcast, which brings continental philosophy and psychoanalytic theory together to examine cultural phenomena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

The great political ideas and movements of the modern world were founded on a promise of universal emancipation. But in recent decades, much of the Left has grown suspicious of such aspirations. Critics see the invocation of universality as a form of domination or a way of speaking for others, and have come to favor a politics of particularism—often derided as “identity politics.” Others, both centrists and conservatives, associate universalism with twentieth-century totalitarianism and hold that it is bound to lead to catastrophe. This book develops a new conception of universality that helps us rethink political thought and action. Todd McGowan argues that universals such as equality and freedom are not imposed on us. They emerge from our shared experience of their absence and our struggle to attain them. McGowan reconsiders the history of Nazism and Stalinism and reclaims the universalism of movements fighting racism, sexism, and homophobia. He demonstrates that the divide between Right and Left comes down to particularity versus universality. Despite the accusation of identity politics directed against leftists, every emancipatory political project is fundamentally a universal one—and the real proponents of identity politics are the right wing. Through a wide range of examples in contemporary politics, film, and history, Universality and Identity Politics (Columbia UP, 2020) offers an antidote to the impasses of identity and an inspiring vision of twenty-first-century collective struggle. Todd McGowan is professor of film studies at the University of Vermont. His previous Columbia University Press books are The Impossible David Lynch (2007), Capitalism and Desire: The Psychic Cost of Free Markets (2016), and Emancipation After Hegel: Achieving a Contradictory Revolution (2019). He is the coeditor of the Diaeresis series at Northwestern University Press with Slavoj Žižek and Adrian Johnston. He is also cohost of the Why Theory podcast, which brings continental philosophy and psychoanalytic theory together to examine cultural phenomena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/political-science

The great political ideas and movements of the modern world were founded on a promise of universal emancipation. But in recent decades, much of the Left has grown suspicious of such aspirations. Critics see the invocation of universality as a form of domination or a way of speaking for others, and have come to favor a politics of particularism—often derided as “identity politics.” Others, both centrists and conservatives, associate universalism with twentieth-century totalitarianism and hold that it is bound to lead to catastrophe. This book develops a new conception of universality that helps us rethink political thought and action. Todd McGowan argues that universals such as equality and freedom are not imposed on us. They emerge from our shared experience of their absence and our struggle to attain them. McGowan reconsiders the history of Nazism and Stalinism and reclaims the universalism of movements fighting racism, sexism, and homophobia. He demonstrates that the divide between Right and Left comes down to particularity versus universality. Despite the accusation of identity politics directed against leftists, every emancipatory political project is fundamentally a universal one—and the real proponents of identity politics are the right wing. Through a wide range of examples in contemporary politics, film, and history, Universality and Identity Politics (Columbia UP, 2020) offers an antidote to the impasses of identity and an inspiring vision of twenty-first-century collective struggle. Todd McGowan is professor of film studies at the University of Vermont. His previous Columbia University Press books are The Impossible David Lynch (2007), Capitalism and Desire: The Psychic Cost of Free Markets (2016), and Emancipation After Hegel: Achieving a Contradictory Revolution (2019). He is the coeditor of the Diaeresis series at Northwestern University Press with Slavoj Žižek and Adrian Johnston. He is also cohost of the Why Theory podcast, which brings continental philosophy and psychoanalytic theory together to examine cultural phenomena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

The great political ideas and movements of the modern world were founded on a promise of universal emancipation. But in recent decades, much of the Left has grown suspicious of such aspirations. Critics see the invocation of universality as a form of domination or a way of speaking for others, and have come to favor a politics of particularism—often derided as “identity politics.” Others, both centrists and conservatives, associate universalism with twentieth-century totalitarianism and hold that it is bound to lead to catastrophe. This book develops a new conception of universality that helps us rethink political thought and action. Todd McGowan argues that universals such as equality and freedom are not imposed on us. They emerge from our shared experience of their absence and our struggle to attain them. McGowan reconsiders the history of Nazism and Stalinism and reclaims the universalism of movements fighting racism, sexism, and homophobia. He demonstrates that the divide between Right and Left comes down to particularity versus universality. Despite the accusation of identity politics directed against leftists, every emancipatory political project is fundamentally a universal one—and the real proponents of identity politics are the right wing. Through a wide range of examples in contemporary politics, film, and history, Universality and Identity Politics (Columbia UP, 2020) offers an antidote to the impasses of identity and an inspiring vision of twenty-first-century collective struggle. Todd McGowan is professor of film studies at the University of Vermont. His previous Columbia University Press books are The Impossible David Lynch (2007), Capitalism and Desire: The Psychic Cost of Free Markets (2016), and Emancipation After Hegel: Achieving a Contradictory Revolution (2019). He is the coeditor of the Diaeresis series at Northwestern University Press with Slavoj Žižek and Adrian Johnston. He is also cohost of the Why Theory podcast, which brings continental philosophy and psychoanalytic theory together to examine cultural phenomena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/politics-and-polemics

The great political ideas and movements of the modern world were founded on a promise of universal emancipation. But in recent decades, much of the Left has grown suspicious of such aspirations. Critics see the invocation of universality as a form of domination or a way of speaking for others, and have come to favor a politics of particularism—often derided as “identity politics.” Others, both centrists and conservatives, associate universalism with twentieth-century totalitarianism and hold that it is bound to lead to catastrophe. This book develops a new conception of universality that helps us rethink political thought and action. Todd McGowan argues that universals such as equality and freedom are not imposed on us. They emerge from our shared experience of their absence and our struggle to attain them. McGowan reconsiders the history of Nazism and Stalinism and reclaims the universalism of movements fighting racism, sexism, and homophobia. He demonstrates that the divide between Right and Left comes down to particularity versus universality. Despite the accusation of identity politics directed against leftists, every emancipatory political project is fundamentally a universal one—and the real proponents of identity politics are the right wing. Through a wide range of examples in contemporary politics, film, and history, Universality and Identity Politics (Columbia UP, 2020) offers an antidote to the impasses of identity and an inspiring vision of twenty-first-century collective struggle. Todd McGowan is professor of film studies at the University of Vermont. His previous Columbia University Press books are The Impossible David Lynch (2007), Capitalism and Desire: The Psychic Cost of Free Markets (2016), and Emancipation After Hegel: Achieving a Contradictory Revolution (2019). He is the coeditor of the Diaeresis series at Northwestern University Press with Slavoj Žižek and Adrian Johnston. He is also cohost of the Why Theory podcast, which brings continental philosophy and psychoanalytic theory together to examine cultural phenomena.

The great political ideas and movements of the modern world were founded on a promise of universal emancipation. But in recent decades, much of the Left has grown suspicious of such aspirations. Critics see the invocation of universality as a form of domination or a way of speaking for others, and have come to favor a politics of particularism—often derided as “identity politics.” Others, both centrists and conservatives, associate universalism with twentieth-century totalitarianism and hold that it is bound to lead to catastrophe. This book develops a new conception of universality that helps us rethink political thought and action. Todd McGowan argues that universals such as equality and freedom are not imposed on us. They emerge from our shared experience of their absence and our struggle to attain them. McGowan reconsiders the history of Nazism and Stalinism and reclaims the universalism of movements fighting racism, sexism, and homophobia. He demonstrates that the divide between Right and Left comes down to particularity versus universality. Despite the accusation of identity politics directed against leftists, every emancipatory political project is fundamentally a universal one—and the real proponents of identity politics are the right wing. Through a wide range of examples in contemporary politics, film, and history, Universality and Identity Politics (Columbia UP, 2020) offers an antidote to the impasses of identity and an inspiring vision of twenty-first-century collective struggle. Todd McGowan is professor of film studies at the University of Vermont. His previous Columbia University Press books are The Impossible David Lynch (2007), Capitalism and Desire: The Psychic Cost of Free Markets (2016), and Emancipation After Hegel: Achieving a Contradictory Revolution (2019). He is the coeditor of the Diaeresis series at Northwestern University Press with Slavoj Žižek and Adrian Johnston. He is also cohost of the Why Theory podcast, which brings continental philosophy and psychoanalytic theory together to examine cultural phenomena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if morality was law-governed in the same way as logic and physics?The Hotel Bar Sessions hosts close out Season 11 with a deep dive into one of philosophy's most important moral principles: Immanuel Kant's “Categorical Imperative.” They carefully unpack Kant's three formulations of the “moral law”—the Universality formulation, the Humanity formulation, and the Kingdom of Ends formulation—to demonstrate how Kant sought to ground morality in rationality, universality, and freedom.Through accessible examples– punctuality, lying, slavery, and even prostitution– the hosts illustrate Kant's vision of the moral law as an unconditional principle, independent of personal preferences or consequences. They also clarify common misconceptions, like conflating Kant's universality formulation with the Golden Rule, and examine how his ideas prioritize duty over subjective inclinations.This is a spirited debate about Kant's relevance today, questioning the challenges of applying the rigid moral framework  of the Categorical Imperative to complex modern realities. The co-hosts address critiques of Kant's metaphysical assumptions, his treatment of non-human entities, and the potential for misusing his ideas to justify exclusion. Despite these critiques, the hosts argue for the enduring importance of Kantian ethics in safeguarding the dignity and autonomy of all rational beings.Filled with humor, thoughtful analysis, and practical insights, this episode invites listeners to reflect on the philosophical foundations of morality and their own ethical commitments.Full episode notes available at this link:https://hotelbarpodcast.com/podcast/episode-165-kants-categorical-imperative-------------------If you enjoy Hotel Bar Sessions podcast, please be sure to subscribe and submit a rating/review! Better yet, you can support this podcast by signing up to be one of our Patrons at patreon.com/hotelbarsessions!Follow us on Twitter/X @hotelbarpodcast, on Blue Sky @hotelbarpodcast.bsky.social, on Facebook, on TikTok, and subscribe to our YouTube channel! 

The Qur'an was revealed long ago in a very different context. Some verses were revealed in direct response to specific events, addressing particular people and scenarios. Others are concerned with the prophets and nations of the past. How does the Qur'an continue to be relevant for us in the modern age?Note: The audio files are generated using AI technology. As such, the intonations and pronunciation of certain words may not reflect human speech patterns. For the original written research paper check out https://yaqeeninstitute.org

Addiction is more than just a behavioral issue—it's a complex interplay of biology, psychology, societal pressures, and unresolved trauma. In this episode, we dive deep into the science of addiction, exploring its connection to the nervous system, the impact of shame, and the role of trauma in shaping addictive behaviors. Through a somatic lens, we uncover powerful tools for recovery, including breathwork, movement practices, and reconnecting with the body. Whether you're on a personal journey of healing or seeking to understand addiction more deeply, this video offers a transformative perspective to help break the cycle and build lasting resilience. #addiction #recovery #wellness  === Thank You To Our Sponsors!  Nuzest Go to https://nuzest-usa.com/drg and use code DRG for 20% off all products. Puori  Click here https://puori.com/drg and use code DRG for 20% off the already discounted subscription prices. === Show Notes: 00:00:00 - Overview of Addiction and Its Growing Impact 00:00:25 - Introduction to the Episode and the Concept of Somatics 00:00:58 - Misconceptions About Addiction and Its Complexity 00:01:24 - Layers of Addiction: Biological, Psychological, Societal, and Traumatic 00:01:47 - Importance of Understanding the Mechanisms of Addiction 00:02:10 - Introduction to a New Perspective on Addiction 00:02:34 - Defining Addiction and Its Connection to the Nervous System 00:03:18 - The Definition of Addiction by the American Society of Addiction Medicine 00:03:57 - The Role of the Brain and the Reward System in Addiction 00:05:08 - The Impact of Shame on Individuals with Addiction 00:06:18 - Statistics on Substance Abuse Disorders and Behavioral Addictions 00:11:15 - Joining the Dr. G Healelf Community 00:11:28 - Discussion on Relapse Rates in Addiction 00:12:01 - The Need for Comprehensive Solutions in Addiction Treatment 00:12:17 - Overview of Substance Addictions and Their Impact 00:12:54 - Emerging Addictions: Cryptocurrency and Online Shopping 00:13:42 - The Universality of Addiction and Its Effects 00:14:38 - Conventional Medical Perspectives on Addiction 00:15:46 - Personal Experience with Addiction and Recovery 00:17:20 - The Role of Anxiety in Addiction 00:18:21 - Journey of Self-Discovery and Healing 00:19:54 - The Somatic Perspective on Addiction 00:20:52 - Understanding Addiction as a Response to Internal Unease 00:21:59 - Understanding Addiction and Its Connection to Trauma 00:22:13 - The Role of the Nervous System in Addiction 00:22:39 - Different Responses to Trauma: Success vs. Addiction 00:23:22 - The Pain Behind Success and Addiction 00:23:49 - Introduction to Polyvagal Theory and Addiction 00:24:09 - Dysregulation and the Cycle of Addiction 00:24:44 - Emotions Stored in the Body and Their Impact 00:25:05 - The Importance of Somatics in Treatment 00:25:33 - Viewing Addiction Through a Somatic Lens 00:26:00 - The Connection Between Addiction and Repressed Emotions 00:27:14 - Starting Your Journey with Breath Work 00:27:47 - Ground Yourself with Breathing Techniques 00:28:25 - The Importance of Feeling Anxiety 00:28:45 - Daily Body Connection Practices for Recovery 00:29:00 - Building Trust with Your Body Over Time 00:29:39 - Understanding Emotional Triggers in Addiction 00:30:05 - Movement Practices to Release Energy 00:30:43 - The Healing Power of Touch and Ground Connection 00:31:08 - The Role of Nature in Healing Addiction 00:31:26 - Research Supporting Somatics and Addiction Recovery 00:31:47 - Neuroscience of Somatics and Its Effect on the Brain 00:32:13 - Understanding the Power of Somatics in Addiction 00:32:42 - Simple Breathing Exercise for Connection 00:33:39 - The Importance of Reconnecting with Yourself 00:33:54 - Sharing the Show for New Perspectives on Addiction 00:34:24 - Encouragement to Use Practices and Support the Show 00:34:37 - Closing Remarks and Gratitude

Discover the powerful synergy of Mary and Brigid—guides of grace, strength, and hope. --- Join and support the community: https://www.creationspaths.com/ This episode of _Creation's Paths_ dives deep into the unique synergy between Mary, the Mother of God in Christianity, and Brigid, the Irish goddess and saint. Charlie, a Christopagan Druid, explores how these two figures serve as powerful symbols of grace, strength, and resilience, especially in challenging times. Their shared qualities—such as their connection to fire and water, their roles as protectors, and their capacity for surviving profound losses—create a compelling narrative of hope and guidance. Through their lives, they embody a balance between unconditional love (Mary) and transformative strength (Brigid), offering a holistic approach to spiritual devotion. The conversation emphasizes their importance as guides through the metaphorical storms of life, while encouraging listeners to explore personal devotional practices. The hosts also reflect on the power of mystery in spiritual storytelling, the significance of contemplation and action, and how these figures are invoked together in traditional prayers. Finally, they invite listeners to share their own devotional experiences and support the podcast. Thank you for Liking and Subscribing to this podcast Thank you for sharing this episode with your loved ones, friends and community --- Thank you for Tips or Donations: https://ko-fi.com/cedorsett https://patreon.com/cedorsett Substack: https://www.creationspaths.com/ For all of the things we are doing at The Seraphic Grove go to Creation's Paths https://www.creationspaths.com/ For Educational Resource: https://wisdomscry.com Guided Meditations Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV0C8kiTKv0J2QAAlD1uaIJvQ3Sr9sIqO Christopagan Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV0C8kiTKv0ISXDQkZBRB7EHrUUJgXlGN The Everything Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV0C8kiTKv0Ln3eGW-tDk2R68PM6c182O Creation's Paths Podcast: http://www.creationspaths.com/podcast Church of the Oak Podcast: http://churchoftheoak.com/ Hallowstead Podcast: http://hallowstead.com/ Social Connections: BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/creationspaths.com Threads https://www.threads.net/@creationspaths Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creationspaths/ ## Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Mary and Brigid 00:28 The Unique Relationship Between Mary and Brigid 00:48 Exploring the Synergy of Mary and Brigid 01:12 Meet the Hosts: Charlie and Brian 02:13 The Story of Brigid and Mary 03:42 The Universality and Popularity of Brigid 05:15 Fire and Water: Symbolism of Brigid and Mary 07:41 The Tragic Losses of Mary and Brigid 09:14 Relatability and Human Experiences of Mary and Brigid 11:37 Mothers of the Children of Light 12:24 The Resilience of Saints 13:15 Mary and Brigid: A Dual Devotion 13:52 Contrasting Figures of Love and Strength 14:26 The Balance of Grace and Strength 15:06 Kabbalistic Perspectives on Mary and Brigid 17:22 Stories of Saint Brigid 18:32 The Need for Both Energies 22:16 Devotional Practices and Community Engagement 23:44 Final Blessings and Reflections

Dario Amodei is the CEO of Anthropic, the company that created Claude. Amanda Askell is an AI researcher working on Claude's character and personality. Chris Olah is an AI researcher working on mechanistic interpretability. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep452-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. Transcript: https://lexfridman.com/dario-amodei-transcript CONTACT LEX: Feedback - give feedback to Lex: https://lexfridman.com/survey AMA - submit questions, videos or call-in: https://lexfridman.com/ama Hiring - join our team: https://lexfridman.com/hiring Other - other ways to get in touch: https://lexfridman.com/contact EPISODE LINKS: Claude: https://claude.ai Anthropic's X: https://x.com/AnthropicAI Anthropic's Website: https://anthropic.com Dario's X: https://x.com/DarioAmodei Dario's Website: https://darioamodei.com Machines of Loving Grace (Essay): https://darioamodei.com/machines-of-loving-grace Chris's X: https://x.com/ch402 Chris's Blog: https://colah.github.io Amanda's X: https://x.com/AmandaAskell Amanda's Website: https://askell.io SPONSORS: To support this podcast, check out our sponsors & get discounts: Encord: AI tooling for annotation & data management. Go to https://encord.com/lex Notion: Note-taking and team collaboration. Go to https://notion.com/lex Shopify: Sell stuff online. Go to https://shopify.com/lex BetterHelp: Online therapy and counseling. Go to https://betterhelp.com/lex LMNT: Zero-sugar electrolyte drink mix. Go to https://drinkLMNT.com/lex OUTLINE: (00:00) - Introduction (10:19) - Scaling laws (19:25) - Limits of LLM scaling (27:51) - Competition with OpenAI, Google, xAI, Meta (33:14) - Claude (36:50) - Opus 3.5 (41:36) - Sonnet 3.5 (44:56) - Claude 4.0 (49:07) - Criticism of Claude (1:01:54) - AI Safety Levels (1:12:42) - ASL-3 and ASL-4 (1:16:46) - Computer use (1:26:41) - Government regulation of AI (1:45:30) - Hiring a great team (1:54:19) - Post-training (1:59:45) - Constitutional AI (2:05:11) - Machines of Loving Grace (2:24:17) - AGI timeline (2:36:52) - Programming (2:43:52) - Meaning of life (2:49:58) - Amanda Askell - Philosophy (2:52:26) - Programming advice for non-technical people (2:56:15) - Talking to Claude (3:12:47) - Prompt engineering (3:21:21) - Post-training (3:26:00) - Constitutional AI (3:30:53) - System prompts (3:37:00) - Is Claude getting dumber? (3:49:02) - Character training (3:50:01) - Nature of truth (3:54:38) - Optimal rate of failure (4:01:49) - AI consciousness (4:16:20) - AGI (4:24:58) - Chris Olah - Mechanistic Interpretability (4:29:49) - Features, Circuits, Universality (4:47:23) - Superposition (4:58:22) - Monosemanticity (5:05:14) - Scaling Monosemanticity (5:14:02) - Macroscopic behavior of neural networks (5:18:56) - Beauty of neural networks

In this episode of The Skeptic Metaphysicians, hosts Will and Karen speak with Peter Panagore, an acclaimed author and spiritual counselor known for his book 'Heaven is Beautiful'. Peter shares profound insights from his two near-death experiences, discussing the transition from life to the afterlife, the concept of eternal now, and the indescribable beauty of the experiences he endured.They explore topics like mystical experiences, meditation practices, Kriya yoga, and the effects of near-death experiences on one's life and relationships. Peter also shares how single-minded meditation and internal journeys can help attain stability and enlightenment. The episode delves deep into spiritual wisdom, making it a conversation not to miss.Join Our Inner Circle And Enjoy Great Discounts From Some Of Our Past Guests:https://app.dropstation.io/skepticmetaphysician(Times are approximate)00:00 Excitement and Confusion01:09 Introducing the Guest: Peter Panagore02:46 Exploring Near-Death Experiences03:54 The Nature of the Afterlife04:56 Union with the Light07:41 The Challenge of Explaining the Ineffable10:46 Personal Experiences and Visions19:01 The Practice of Meditation and Yoga21:12 Peter's First Near-Death Experience23:09 Exploring Near-Death Experiences23:59 The Universality of Love and Light26:19 Personal Transformation After NDE28:26 The Struggle of Reintegrating into Life35:21 The Power of Single-Minded Meditation41:15 The Role of Kriya Yoga in Spiritual Practice42:56 Choosing to Return: The Second NDE46:19 Sharing Mystical Knowledge and SupportGuest Info:Website:https://www.peterpanagore.loveNot Church - YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@PeterPanagoreFollow Peter on Instagram: @peterpanagore or Facebook: @peterpanagore.authorFollow The Skeptic Metaphysicians on Instagram here for more motivation and inspiration. Then tag them on Instagram with your favorite part from today's show and they will repost their fav's every week!Other Ways To Connect With Us:Website: skepticmetaphysician.comFacebook: @TheSkepticMetaphysicianSupport the Show:Rate/review Us Here: https://lovethepodcast.com/SkepticMetaphysiciansPurchase Merchandise: https://www.skepticmetaphysician.com/storeBuy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/SkepticMetaphys 

Concluding on "Universality and Truth" from Richard Rorty's Pragmatism As Anti-Authoritarianism. It it coherent to simply not have a theory of truth? Rorty claims that he's not a relativist; he's just avoiding some useless parts of philosophy that just cause problems, including inculcating the respect for a non-human absolute, and this attitude undermines democracy. Get more at partiallyexaminedlife.com. Visit partiallyexaminedlife.com/support to get ad-free episodes and bonus content. Sponsor: Check out the Constant Wonder podcast.

Speaker: James Lee; Scripture Reading: Col. 1:15-17, 19, 27; 2:9; 3:4, 11 Eph. 1:10, 22-23. Subject: Christ is All and in All as the New Man. Source:Mountain States.

Nathan explores the cutting-edge field of mechanistic interpretability with Dan Balsam and Tom McGrath, co-founders of Goodfire. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we delve into the science of understanding AI models' inner workings, recent breakthroughs, and the potential impact on AI safety and control. Join us for an insightful discussion on sparse autoencoders, polysemanticity, and the future of interpretable AI. Papers Very accessible article on types of representations: Local vs Distributed Coding Theoretical understanding of how models might pack concepts into their representations: Toy Models of Superposition How structure in the world gives rise to structure in the latent space: The Geometry of Categorical and Hierarchical Concepts in Large Language Models Using sparse autoencoders to pull apart language model representations: Sparse Autoencoders / Towards Monosemanticity / Scaling Monosemanticity Finding & teaching concepts in superhuman systems: Acquisition of Chess Knowledge in AlphaZero / Bridging the Human-AI Knowledge Gap: Concept Discovery and Transfer in AlphaZero Connecting microscopic learning to macroscopic phenomena: The Quantization Model of Neural Scaling Understanding at scale: Language models can explain neurons in language models Apply to join over 400 founders and execs in the Turpentine Network: https://hmplogxqz0y.typeform.com/to/JCkphVqj SPONSORS: Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is a single platform for your infrastructure, database, application development, and AI needs. OCI has four to eight times the bandwidth of other clouds; offers one consistent price, and nobody does data better than Oracle. If you want to do more and spend less, take a free test drive of OCI at https://oracle.com/cognitive The Brave search API can be used to assemble a data set to train your AI models and help with retrieval augmentation at the time of inference. All while remaining affordable with developer first pricing, integrating the Brave search API into your workflow translates to more ethical data sourcing and more human representative data sets. Try the Brave search API for free for up to 2000 queries per month at https://bit.ly/BraveTCR Omneky is an omnichannel creative generation platform that lets you launch hundreds of thousands of ad iterations that actually work customized across all platforms, with a click of a button. Omneky combines generative AI and real-time advertising data. Mention "Cog Rev" for 10% off https://www.omneky.com/ Head to Squad to access global engineering without the headache and at a fraction of the cost: head to https://choosesquad.com/ and mention “Turpentine” to skip the waitlist. CHAPTERS: (00:00:00) About the Show (00:00:22) About the Episode (00:03:52) Introduction and Background (00:08:43) State of Interpretability Research (00:12:06) Key Insights in Interpretability (00:16:53) Polysemanticity and Model Compression (Part 1) (00:17:00) Sponsors: Oracle | Brave (00:19:04) Polysemanticity and Model Compression (Part 2) (00:22:50) Sparse Autoencoders Explained (00:27:19) Challenges in Interpretability Research (Part 1) (00:30:54) Sponsors: Omneky | Squad (00:32:41) Challenges in Interpretability Research (Part 2) (00:33:51) Goodfire's Vision and Mission (00:37:08) Interpretability and Scientific Models (00:43:48) Architecture and Interpretability Techniques (00:50:08) Quantization and Model Representation (00:54:07) Future of Interpretability Research (01:01:38) Skepticism and Challenges in Interpretability (01:07:51) Alternative Architectures and Universality (01:13:39) Goodfire's Business Model and Funding (01:18:47) Building the Team and Future Plans (01:31:03) Hiring and Getting Involved in Interpretability (01:51:28) Closing Remarks (01:51:38) Outro

Sara & Heather explore feeling your feelings in your alcohol free journey, and learning how to NOT use alcohol to numb those feelings. Sara & Heather discuss various coping mechanisms such as meditation, journaling, exercise, and music. They also discuss the importance of leaning into feelings, rather than suppressing them and the positive influence it has on mental health and overall well-being. Tips for managing feelings such as understanding that emotions are temporary and that experiencing them is a part of the human experience are also provided.   00:30 Introduction 00:30 The Importance of Feeling Your Feelings 00:53 The Impact of Alcohol on Emotions 01:12 The Experience of Quitting Drinking 01:39 The Universality of Emotions 02:10 The Cycle of Numbing and Suppressing Emotions 02:49 The Journey of Embracing Feelings 10:23 The Role of Meditation and Journaling in Processing Emotions 13:07 The Power of Music in Emotional Healing 24:55 The Impact of Exercise on Emotional Health 30:19 Conclusion ************************************************ Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community.  CLICK HERE for all the details. Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey?  Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach.  CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today. ************************************************ Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial   Follow Heather on Social Media: IG: @accordingtohpg TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach

Join AMBrewster to learn how the Universal Approach can help you see your kids in a brand new light!Truth.Love.Parent. is a podcast of Truth.Love.Family., an Evermind Ministry.Download the Evermind App. https://evermind.passion.io/checkout/102683 Support our 501(c)(3) by becoming a TLP Friend! https://www.truthloveparent.com/donate.htmlDiscover the following episodes by clicking the titles or navigating to the episode in your app:The Family and Education https://www.truthloveparent.com/the-family-and-education-series.html Teach Your Children to Learn https://www.truthloveparent.com/teach-your-children-to-learn-series.html God's Will for Your Child https://www.truthloveparent.com/gods-will-for-your-child-series.html The Merest Christianity https://www.truthloveparent.com/the-merest-christianity-series.html The Rock, The Bread, & The Donut https://www.truthloveparent.com/the-rock-the-bread-and-the-donut-series.html The 5th Way to Parent https://www.truthloveparent.com/the-5th-way-to-parent-series.html Click here for Today's episode notes, resources, and transcript: https://www.truthloveparent.com/taking-back-the-family-blog/tlp-550-expectational-education-part-3-the-universality-of-expectationsDownload the Evermind App! https://evermind.passion.io/checkout/102683Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthLoveParent/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.love.parent/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TruthLoveParentFollow AMBrewster on Facebook: https://fb.me/TheAMBrewsterFollow AMBrewster on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrewsterhome/Follow AMBrewster on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AMBrewsterPin us on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/TruthLoveParent/Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTHV-6sMt4p2KVSeLD-DbcwClick here for more of our social media accounts: https://www.truthloveparent.com/presskit.htmlNeed some help? Write to us at Counselor@TruthLoveParent.com.

Vedic meditators are blessed with a life-changing technique that can make a profound difference in their lives. Many meditators, though, seek to progress even further, and tap into the vast well of Vedic wisdom that is available to us all. One avenue for further progress is knowledge of and initiation into practicing the “Siddhis.” These advanced practices allow us to tap into extraordinary human capabilities and realize more of our human potential.In this episode, Thom gives us a brief overview of Mastering the Siddhis, his popular course which covers a vast array of the Siddhis practices, and is available only through approved Vedic Meditation Initiators.Episode Highlights:[00:45] Maharishi Patanjali[04:02] Yoga is a State[06:47] Sutra - A Short Aphorism[09:22] Closing the Gap Between Individuality and Universality[11:36] Siddhi - Extraordinary Human Capability[13:07] A Foundation for Greater Capabilities[15:23] The Ability to Master and Capture Cause and Effect[18:12] MTS - A Course of Six Instalments[20:51] Enjoy Life to the Fullest More EasilyUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/