Podcasts about why are we so afraid

We've all seen what too far right looks like. But what about the other side? Can you go too far left… and what does that even mean in America?In this episode, host Leise Winny and guest Deanna Neal (organizer, commentator, and unapologetic truth-teller) dig into the tension on the left—from disillusioned progressives to centrist Democrats losing the room. We unpack why some voters once fired up for Bernie ended up voting for Trump, and ask: Is perfectionism paralyzing progress? Are we labeling each other to death? And is the fear of being seen as "radical" holding us back from real change?

Today's Sobremesa episode is an extension of Florencia Montefalcone's art exhibition at @la.sudestada⁠ titled, "Why Are We So Afraid?"We invited guests to reflect topics around the art and this question—from the idea of fear, to the role that art can play in cultual shifts, and more. Extremely grateful to the creatives who made this possible: @gimegarmendia @la.sudestada for trusting us to bring this to life :)- @carolineguntert for the incredible food & @dejamack_97 for assisting- @domingoceramics for the beautiful ceramics- @luciafainzilber for the table art direction Hope you enjoy this episode x

This week, the panel begins with the question: is The Bear's second season even better than its first? Then, the trio discusses Jennifer Lawrence's new “sex” comedy, No Hard Feelings. Finally, they examine an essay by Jonah Weiner of Blackbird Spyplane, “Is Ssense hurting the cool-clothes eco-system?” about the online clothing emporium that's growing like a weed.  In the exclusive Slate Plus segment, the panel dives into former New York Times film critic—and current Book Review critic—A.O. Scott's recent piece, “Everyone Likes Reading. Why Are We So Afraid of It?” Email us at culturefest@slate.com.  Endorsements: Dana: Access and Engagement Curator at the Brontë Parsonage Museum — The Brontë Parsonage Museum in Haworth is hiring! Dana thinks someone out there must be perfect for this wonderful job: a part-time Access and Engagement curator at the former home of the Brontë family and where Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, and The Tenant of Wildfell Hall were written. Applications close on Sunday, July 2nd.  Julia: Cédric Grolet on Instagram — The French pastry chef (who works as executive pastry chef at Le Meurice in Paris) posts beautifully shot baking videos to his Instagram and TikTok. In them, he demonstrates how to make fruity, complex pastries at a huge scale. The result is perfection.  Stephen: “Cancelled” by Amia Srinivasan — Published by the London Review of Books, “Cancelled” is philosopher Amia Srinivasan's exploration of the role of fee speech on campus. In it, she asks “Who gets to speak?” and details the ways academic freedom is currently being suppressed.  Outro music: “Zero Gravity” by ELFL Podcast production by Cameron Drews and Jared Downing. Production assistance by Kat Hong.  If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows. You'll also be supporting the work we do here on the Culture Gabfest. Sign up now at Slate.com/cultureplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, the panel begins with the question: is The Bear's second season even better than its first? Then, the trio discusses Jennifer Lawrence's new “sex” comedy, No Hard Feelings. Finally, they examine an essay by Jonah Weiner of Blackbird Spyplane, “Is Ssense hurting the cool-clothes eco-system?” about the online clothing emporium that's growing like a weed.  In the exclusive Slate Plus segment, the panel dives into former New York Times film critic—and current Book Review critic—A.O. Scott's recent piece, “Everyone Likes Reading. Why Are We So Afraid of It?” Email us at culturefest@slate.com.  Endorsements: Dana: Access and Engagement Curator at the Brontë Parsonage Museum — The Brontë Parsonage Museum in Haworth is hiring! Dana thinks someone out there must be perfect for this wonderful job: a part-time Access and Engagement curator at the former home of the Brontë family and where Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, and The Tenant of Wildfell Hall were written. Applications close on Sunday, July 2nd.  Julia: Cédric Grolet on Instagram — The French pastry chef (who works as executive pastry chef at Le Meurice in Paris) posts beautifully shot baking videos to his Instagram and TikTok. In them, he demonstrates how to make fruity, complex pastries at a huge scale. The result is perfection.  Stephen: “Cancelled” by Amia Srinivasan — Published by the London Review of Books, “Cancelled” is philosopher Amia Srinivasan's exploration of the role of fee speech on campus. In it, she asks “Who gets to speak?” and details the ways academic freedom is currently being suppressed.  Outro music: “Zero Gravity” by ELFL Podcast production by Cameron Drews and Jared Downing. Production assistance by Kat Hong.  If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows. You'll also be supporting the work we do here on the Culture Gabfest. Sign up now at Slate.com/cultureplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Continuing Truth Talk’s Series on Things We Need To Quit! Here’s Part 2: Why Are We So Afraid ...

Have you heard of A Human Project founder Wesley Chapman?  If not, you will not forget him, his story, and how he shares his greatest life's  mission in this interview: creating a world of Hope. In this Episode Wes and I discuss:  how he tried to commit suicide for the first time at 4 1/2 years old, and became a medical anomaly that at 7 years of age, he was told he would never amount to anything in life how his adoptive Mom was the first person to give him Hope and helped him to begin feeling that he mattered that there is a simplicity in the solutions working with youth  that youth today really need to be part of a Commuity how A Human Project was created, is helping to save the lives of Youth,  and how YOU can help be a part of this mission Resources Go HERE to Donate to a Human Project (just $25/month will sponsor one youth...that's less than $1/day!) A Human Project Founders Video Entrepreneur on Fire Podcast Episode 666: Wesley Chapman on Creating A Human Project A Human Project Website  The Human Podcast Superhuman Life Podcast Related Mom at 41 Episodes Episode 72: Why Are We So Afraid to Feel Pain?  Episode 51: The Beautiful Mess Called Life and Parenting with Heather Chauvin Episode 36: Daring Greatly as a Parent with Danielle Reed How Can you Connect with Wes?   Wes' Facebook Page A Human Project Facebook Page A Human Project Contact Page   Mom at 41 Facebook Page Like the Mom at 41 Facebook Page here and read my posts of Inspiration and Support each day, and from all the other Mommas in the Mom at 41 Community! I respond to every single comment, post, and message here, and would love to Connect with you! Mom at 41 Newsletter Subscribe to the Mom at 41 Newsletter here to get Real Momma Stories of Struggle, Inspiration, and the Life Lessons Along the Way!  Plus, I’ll update you when NEW Podcast Episodes are released, and up to date information on upcoming Mom at 41 Special Events.

Some inspiration I had after teaching my first Desire Map Workshop this past weekend, and why I think you should Decide to Rise.  In this Episode I share:  my experience facilitating my first Desire Map Workshop  a reading of a beautiful poem by the author of the Desire Map, Danielle LaPorte how you can stay Connected to get advance notice of the next In-Person and NEW Virtual Desire Map Workshops Decide to Rise by Danielle LaPorte Push. Turn up the volume. Go hard. Go harder. Reprioritize your aches and pains. Infuse your sensitivities with courage. Devote yourself to done. There are Soul-justified reasons to cancel. There are times to just stop.This isn’t one of them. Keep going. Show up. Full on. Full tilt. Full out. Decide to be one of those people who pull it off. Do what you say you’re going to do. Don’t let us down. Decide to rise. Why decide to rise?Not for the reasons you might think.In fact, these are the reasons that will make you sick and tired: Do not rise out of obligation.Do not rise because of feared consequences. Do not rise because you think being tough makes you smarter (it doesn’t). Decide to rise because you want to expand—your being, your life, your possibilities. De- cide to rise because superpowers are meant to be activated and applied in everyday life. Decide to rise to explore your place in the universe. On the other side of deciding to rise is illumination, ecstasy, insight. And the angel of your strength is there waiting, smiling, applauding, with a goblet of endorphins for you. Drink up!When you transcend circumstances you get special privileges. You get evidence that you are indeed amazing, and irrefutable proof that what your heart and mind choose is what matters. And you get the deep knowing that life wants you to win. Decide to rise. Lean in. Listen up. Closely.It’s your Soul speaking, and she says, Get UP! I need you. I want you. I am you.Choose me. Lean in. Listen up. Closely. Decide to rise. Resources Register for The Desire Map Workshop Newsletter to get advance notice of when the next Desire Map Workshops (In-Person and Virtual) are happening, as well as Special Offers and Giveaways! Go here for more information about The Desire Map Workshops and my WHY behind becoming a Desire Map Facilitator. Related Mom at 41 Episodes Episode 38: Creating Goals with Soul & the White Hot Truth of Danielle LaPorte  Episode 72: Why Are We So Afraid to Feel Pain? Mom at 41 Facebook Page Like the Mom at 41 Facebook Page here and read my posts of Inspiration and Support each day, and from all the other Mommas in the Mom at 41 Community! I respond to every single comment, post, and message here, and would love to Connect with you! Mom at 41 Newsletter Subscribe to the Mom at 41 Newsletter here to get Real Momma Stories of Struggle, Inspiration, and the Life Lessons Along the Way! Plus, I’ll update you when NEW Blog Posts come out, and also send you the Balanced Mommy Checklist to help you de-stress, be a better mom, and take care of YOU!  

Todayand#8217;s FBA Dharmabyte, and#8220;Why Are We So Afraid?,and#8221; is an excerpt from the talk and#8220;Dying to Liveand#8221; by Vidyamala. Here she talks about being present with fear in the face of impermanence. In the full talk, Vidyamala gives a strong account of working with suffering and sorrow in life, and of transforming experience into one characterized by contentment and a sense of meaning. From her own practice of living with chronic pain comes a sane and unsentimental perspective that affords us all a measure of genuine optimism as we meet the trials of the world: bereavements and losses of all kinds can be met with a kindness and awareness that gently ease the burden, allowing something of peace to enter our lives again.