Meaning of the Minds
12 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago -The Meaning of the MInds Podcast is created for armchair psychologers and philosophists. I will be covering topics about psychology, philosophy, and everything I find interesting in-between. I want to focus on eternal issues in an accessible, fun, and insightful way. I hope to have some meaningful conversations, inspire meaningful conversations with others, and to learn something in the process.
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Episodes
The case for war: Israel & Ukraine
December 31, 2023 02:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBIn this episode, I discuss my views on the wars between Israel and Hamas as well as Ukraine and Russia.
Jiu-Jitsu & Life
September 04, 2023 22:00 - 1 hour - 77.2 MBIn this episode, I have a conversation with my BJJ coach, Bill Bradley from Alive MMA, and his friend Dana. We discuss Bill's life in martial arts and how his time teaching has influenced his personal philosophy. Alive MMA Good Garbage
Nietzsche & Racial Politics In America
August 04, 2020 03:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBIn this episode I discuss how the philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche might shed light on race issues in America by referencing his book "On the Geneology of Morality". Timeframes: 7:10 - Discussion on Nietzsche and racial politics in America begins. References https://time.com/5849163/why-describing-george-floyd-protests-as-riots-is-loaded/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99WrG4j8GFQ Contact Information Untappd: psychologer Email: [email protected]
What is art? The nature of aesthetics.
June 05, 2020 05:00 - 2 hours - 88.9 MBIn this episode my guest Jeremy Barlow and I discuss the nature of art and aesthetics. Thank you again Jeremy for the amazing discussion. Timeframes: 5:13 - Discussion with Jeremy begins. 2:00:22 - Outro and comments on the discussion Jeremy Barlow contact info http://www.jeremybarlow.com/ Reference Quartz - Can you guess which of these paintings was not made by a human? Contact Information Untappd: psychologer Email: [email protected]
What is art? The nature of aesthetics.
June 05, 2020 05:00 - 2 hours - 88.9 MBIn this episode my guest Jeremy Barlow and I discuss the nature of art and aesthetics. Thank you again Jeremy for the amazing discussion. Timeframes: 5:13 - Discussion with Jeremy begins. 2:00:22 - Outro and comments on the discussion Jeremy Barlow contact info http://www.jeremybarlow.com/ Reference Quartz - Can you guess which of these paintings was not made by a human? Contact Information Untappd: psychologer Email: [email protected]
Coronapocalypse 2 - The cost of death. The price of life.
April 11, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MBIn this episode I complete my discussion with my guest Jeren Robinson about the economic and social ramifications of the current coronavirus crisis. We discuss topics including: When to invest to maximize the dip from the virus. The federal stimulus package. UBI (Universal Basic Income) The possible political implications of the pandemic. How we value the life and death of members of our society in relation to this illness and the political ramifications of that ethical system. How lo...
Coronapocalypse 1 - The cost of life. The price of death.
March 31, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MBIn this episode I talk with my guest Jeren Robinson about the economic and social ramifications of the current coronavirus crisis. Thank you again to Jeren for the thoughtful discussion. If you like this discussion please listen part 2 coming soon. Timeframes: 1:00 - beer in the time of Coronapocalypse 2:24 - comments on politics/economics 9:58 - intro to Jeren Robinson 12:21 - discussion with Jeren begins 1:15:26 - outro Jeren Robinson contact info Phone: 406 750 7733 jeren.r...
Life & Death with Dignity
March 07, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 73.1 MBIn this episode I talk with my guest Jack Austin about his father Don's decision to utilize the Oregon death with dignity law. We talk about Dr. Don's story, it's impact on their family and Jack himself, and then we finish by discussing some philosophical questions and implications regarding death with dignity laws. Thank you again to Jack, the entire Austin family, and Don, for being an amazing, courageous person. National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 Timeframes: :45 - C...
The Problems with Microaggressions
February 21, 2020 06:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBWhat are some concerning issues with the concept of microaggressions? In this episode I will look at microaggressions from a critical philosophical and scientific standpoint, after the weekly brew review of course. 3:15 discussion about microaggressions begins References: University of Minnesota School of Public Health “Examples of Racial Microaggressions” Racial Microaggressions: Comments That Sting | The New York Times Please reach out to me with questions or comments: meaningofthem...
Joker - Descent into Nihilism Part 2
February 09, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBMy guest and friend, Psychologist Matthew Coopersmith, and I discuss the second half of Joker in the final part of this 2 part episode. Then we discuss our thoughts on the Academy Awards best picture nominees for 2020. 42:44 - start of the discussion on the main themes of Joker. 1:17:35 - discussion of Oscar best pic nominees Thanks again Matt for being a great guest and friend. Thank you everyone for your support!
Joker - Descent into Nihilism Part 1
February 04, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBMy guest and friend, Psychologist Matthew Coopersmith, and I discuss the first half of Joker in the first part of this 2 part episode. First, however, we begin with brew reviews and a brief discussion of beer in our respective areas. 21:32 - Joker discussion begins Please check out the second half of the discussion in the next episode. Thank you for your support!
Session 0
February 03, 2020 05:00 - 6 minutes - 4.4 MBWelcome to the Meaning of the Minds Podcast! The podcast for armchair psychologers and philosophists. In this introduction episode I introduce myself and what this podcast will look like. My goal is to have meaningful conversations, inspire meaningful conversations with others, and to learn something in the process. I will focus on psychology, philosophy, and current events with a focus on eternal questions in a hopefully easily accessible format. I also love beer and will be doing br...