Voices in the Dark
198 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsPowerful conversations and interviews about real life psychology, philosophy, psychedelics, spirituality, social dynamics and much more.
Our mission is to entertain, provoke, inform, and make you question everything you think you know.
Have you ever been on the wrong end of “office politics”?
Or lost out to less talented people who are better at “playing the game”?
Join us as we our explore Robert Greene’s provocative and compelling study of the 48 Laws of Power, in which he lays bare the psychological principles that ultimately shape all human relations.
Often seen as a handbook for the ‘modern Machiavelli’, we take a closer look at how understanding and implementing these Laws can actually enrich your life personally, professionally and spiritually.
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Metaprogramming: The Science of Becoming Who You Are – Erick Godsey Interview
November 08, 2017 19:06 - 1 hour - 122 MBThis is one of the best interviews we've ever done. We sat down with Erick Godsey to talk metaprogramming: the science and art of changing your fundamental habits to become the best version of yourself. Metaprogramming means becoming aware of the stories you've been telling yourself about yourself, mostly unconsciously, and often with negative consequences... And then going a step further to consciously create a new, better, and more authentic one. Erick has spent years dissecting how we...
The Modern Stoic #5: Seeing Reality, Rejecting the Rulebook
November 06, 2017 18:16 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBThis episode explores the psychology of sharing and over-sharing; understanding and cultivating true friendship; how to use your own eyes rather than society's rulebook; and how to judge which role models are genuinely worth emulating. Countless thousands of people have turned to Stoicism as a tool for self-development, but how do we even start improving ourselves without shunning aspects we don't like: you can't cut off your arm and not injure yourself in the process. And how can we imp...
The Modern Stoic #4: On Not Being A Dick
October 30, 2017 10:40 - 47 minutes - 46 MBSelf-development – becoming better humans – is what Voices in the Dark is all about. But how do we set about it without showing off, making others feel insecure, or adopting the obnoxious air of the 'oh look how simple a life I lead' bohemian? Being egotistical about how much you've worked on your ego is the next, subtle trap along the path to self-improvement. So how can we avoid it? Seneca has some answers, but we don't agree with all of them. We talk about how to present yourself so...
The Modern Stoic #3: Dying (And Living) Well
October 23, 2017 14:31 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBYou forget to look before crossing the street; your foot slips as you walk down the stairs... and it's all over. Are you ready? Can you be at peace with that? The Stoics took care to remind themselves of death: Memento mori. In the cutthroat world of the Romans, this could be all too close, but we all so easily forget that death can turn up any moment. And yet most people are caught between the fear of death and the unwillingness to live. We're too scared of losing things – possessions, ...
The Modern Stoic #2: True And False Friendship
October 16, 2017 16:18 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBWho would you help to bury a body? Just how good a friend would they need to be? Would they do it for you? How can you be sure? Friendship is deeply human, but it's something we frequently take for granted and make foolish assumptions about. It's time to give it another, deeper look. This episode, we debate what Stoicism has to tell us about true friendship, what trust really means, and how to build the personal bonds we want in our lives. What do we even mean by 'friend', anyway? ...
The Modern Stoic #1: How To Know When You've Struck Gold – And Then How To Mine It
October 09, 2017 10:46 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBWe all like to keep our options open – to play the field, diversify our portfolios, enjoy the freedom of an all-you-can-eat buffet. But there's a catch – a hidden, bitter price-tag we overlook at our peril. Freedom without focus is a merciless dream killer. The superficial succeed only at getting fat, complacent and insecure. Breadth and quality do not go hand in hand. The most successful and creative people don't prize knowing a little about a lot – they know when to pick an interest, b...
DMT Before & After: Spirit Molecule Or Psychedelic Blackhole?
October 02, 2017 06:52 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBEver been on a white-knuckle cosmic sleigh ride over the mountain peaks of enlightenment? Would you like to? They call it the Spirit Molecule. Just a few quick breaths of DMT, and reality dissolves around you, thrusting you into another dimension and bringing you back again in time for tea. For some, it's a super-powered psychologist who cuts right to the core of your deepest fears and traumas. But that's not what happened when Dre took it for the first time, live on this episode. We h...
Perfection In A Glass – David Waterlow Interview (Jon's Bro)
September 25, 2017 22:55 - 1 hour - 75.5 MBDo you know what makes the perfect dram? By popular demand, we delve back into the world of whisky – the essential drink of the modern Renaissance Man. And this time, we've got insider knowledge from Jon's brother, David. David's managed whisky shops on Edinburgh's iconic Royal Mile – the ancient cobbled street running between the castle and Holyrood Palace. He started by answering a job ad on Gumtree, before working his way up to running stores and selling whiskies to celebrities and Te...
Legalising Drugs: Behind The Headlines – Anna Ross & Rosalind Roux Interview
September 18, 2017 15:13 - 1 hour - 73.4 MBLegalise drugs? Sounds crazy, right? Think again. Drug policy isn't shaped by medical, sociological, or psychological data. It's shaped by tabloid scare stories and politicians' fears of losing the conservative vote. This week we speak to researchers and activists Anna Ross and Rosalind Roux to dig behind the headlines and into the actual data (as well as some truly surprising insights into what politicians really say behind closed doors). Anna brings a sociological and legal perspecti...
Probably Offensive – Comedians Nick Dixon & Francis Foster Interview
September 11, 2017 18:19 - 1 hour - 98.5 MBAre you easily offended? It’s time to ask yourself why. Offence is taken, not given. So do comedians really have a responsibility to tip-toe round your sensitivities? Comedy is never a safe space, and yet in a world of Social Justice Warriors, comedians are running scared of saying the ‘wrong’ thing. Is there such a thing as going ‘too far’ in comedy? What does ‘offence’ really mean, and why is the comedy world increasingly cracking down on anyone who isn’t a virtue-signalling leftie?...
We Need To Talk About Drugs – Jason Reed Interview
September 04, 2017 15:59 - 1 hour - 98.8 MBWe need to talk about drugs. Not a shouting match; not a series of threats. We need a real, unemotional and scientifically-based conversation which places harm reduction and a respect for personal sovereignty at its core. So we spoke to Jason Reed to do just that. Jason is Executive Director at LEAP UK (Law Enforcement Against Prohibition); a producer on the superb documentary film, The Culture High; the host of the Stop and Search podcast; and an acclaimed author in his own right. F...
Romantic Encounters In A Darkened Room – Charlie Robb Interview
August 28, 2017 14:48 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBWhen should we hold on and when should we let go? It's one of the most challenging questions we face in our lives, and it's never more difficult to know than when it comes to love and lust. Charlie Robb's brilliant show, Romantic Encounters in a Darkened Room, is a darkly comic exploration of what it costs to place your self-worth in the hands of others and your future on hold for the sake of unrequited love. Romantic Encounters is also a smart and skilful satire on how gadgets and socia...
Trashed: When Life Goes Off The Rails – Sascha Moore & David Bryan Interview
August 25, 2017 07:32 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBEver made a bad decision? Ever felt like life just wasn't playing fair? In Trashed, the breakthrough, critically-acclaimed play hitting the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this year, one man's life unravels as a few questionable decisions cascade into tragedy. This riveting human drama blew us away and we knew we had to speak to the people behind it. We sat down with the playwright and the star of the show, Sascha Moore and David Bryan, to find out how this brilliant, morally-challenging dra...
Virtual Awakening: VR And The Future of Humanity – Visual Artist José Montemayor Interview
August 21, 2017 15:46 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBVirtual Reality is the future – but do we know what we're getting ourselves in for? This is a powerful conversation about technology, the future, and if we can remain human as we continue to evolve. What can we do now to steer our technological development towards a Star Trek rather than a Blade Runner future? Visual artist, psychonaut and VR programmer José Montemayor joins us to talk near-death experiences; what cutting-edge technology can teach us about being human; and how psychedeli...
Psychedelic Philosophy: Dr Chris Letheby Interview
August 14, 2017 05:43 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBChris Letheby Asking big philosophical questions about psychedelic experiences and what they mean If a delusion leads to positive outcomes for us in life, does it matter if it's a delusion? Chris thinks it does matter, and that to say 'If it works, I don't care' isn't good enough. Linking into classical, modern and Buddhist philosophies Humans' quest for certainty and how far that serves or hinders us Trying, through it all, to get just a little bit less wrong. When we feel a dee...
On The Whisky Trail
August 07, 2017 10:33 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBThe modern Renaissance man needs a drink with culture and heritage. So Jon and Dre hit Cadenhead's whisky tasting rooms to learn all about Scotch malt whisky: the amber nectar, its rich history, and to try a selection of the very best from across Scotland. We chat with Steve, who found a passion for whisky after a helping out for a weekend which turned into more than 20 years in the industry. Who drinks whisky these days and why? Is the culture being lost in favour of market values or ...
The 50th Law – Part 11: Confront Your Mortality. The Sublime.
July 31, 2017 14:53 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBAre you afraid to die? You don't have to be. You can overcome those fears – and in the process you'll unlock your truest potential. This episode uncovers the real Robert Greene and gets right to the core of what it means to be human to the best of our potential: to live fearlessly, powerfully, and to be attuned to the beauty of the human experience. We look at what happened when 50 Cent confronted his own morality; consider whether knowledge of our own morality helps or hinders us; and w...
The 50th Law – Part 10: Push Beyond Your Limits. Self-Belief.
July 24, 2017 10:22 - 1 hour - 84.8 MBYou are your own limiting factor. Who you think you are defines what you're capable of. If identity is an illusion (and it is), how do we set about changing it so we fulfil and surpass all our ambitions? But big egos are a bad thing, right? It depends. This episode we deconstruct what 'ego' is all about and how to cultivate the strong, positive sort. The kind that doesn't need reinforcement and validation from others – the kind based in security of self and a mind that remains open to an e...
Bringing The Veterans Home: Ayahuasca & Healing PTSD
July 19, 2017 17:40 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBWhat happens when you come back from a war-zone and try to reintegrate into everyday, humdrum reality? For countless veterans, coming home can be worse than war: depression, alienation, anxiety, and PTSD. As many as 20 take their own lives every single day. Recorded under the setting sun in the Amazon rainforest, Jon spoke with two former US Marines who've turned to the plant medicine Ayahuasca to overcome their mental health issues. This is a raw, deeply human conversation. We talk ab...
The 50th Law – Part 9: Respect The Process - Mastery
July 17, 2017 10:41 - 1 hour - 80.3 MBStop scrolling. You're bored. But what sort of bored are you? Remember blackouts? Remember how you managed to have fun, play games, and actually talk to each other when all the electronic distractions were forcibly removed? Remember tedious hours at work when you let your plans and ideas unfold? Or dull hours of practising something that mattered to you? From Wi-Fi on planes to infinite newsfeeds, now more than ever we have to make the choice to focus our attention and get the deep wor...
The 50th Law – Part 8: Know Your Environment From The Inside Out. Connection.
July 10, 2017 15:19 - 1 hour - 74.7 MBYou don't know what you're talking about!' We've all said it, at one time or another. When we receive criticism and feedback that disrupts our confidence or seems to utterly miss the point of what we were trying to do. So we reject it – screw them, screw their stupid views! But that's a mistake. We can't travel through life without calibrating ourselves to the environments and people we encounter. The trick is learning to discern which feedback is important and what the feedback is actua...
Psychedelic Therapy Goes Mainstream: Rick Doblin Interview
July 07, 2017 13:32 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBWe're on the cusp of a profound cultural shift. Amidst a depression epidemic and huge numbers of veterans and others suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, psychedelic-assisted therapy offers a powerful new – and scientifically-proven – hope for the future. For decades, Rick Doblin, the founder and Executive Director of MAPS – The Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies – has worked to bring psychedelic medicines into the mainstream. And now his hard work is paying of...
The 50th Law – Part 7: Lead From The Front. Authority
July 03, 2017 21:25 - 1 hour - 90.9 MBWe know it when we feel it. Sometimes we hate it. Sometimes we crave it. But how does authority work? In these modern times, we often distrust authority by default, but in this episode we reveal how deeply we screw ourselves over in the process. What if we think of authority as the act of authoring something new – leading people forward, willingly, with dynamism and creativity, even if it means pulling them uncomfortably out of their stupor? This is a deep exploration of one of the cor...
The 50th Law – Part 6: Know When To Be Bad. Aggression
June 25, 2017 23:56 - 1 hour - 80.4 MBWill you stand your ground? Do you get what you want? Are you prepared to be uncomfortable to do what's right? Probably not. In our society, we're taught to fear confrontation and to consider it dangerous and destructive. We call it being polite, but this emotional avoidance can lead to fundamental dishonesty with yourself and turn you into other people's doormat. This episode is all about setting personal boundaries and refusing to let others walk all over you. It isn't about becoming a...
The 50th Law – Part 5: Keep Moving. Calculated Momentum.
June 18, 2017 23:08 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBWe're all creatures of habit, but creativity dies on the vine of inaction. Change is the only constant in the world, but why are we so resistant to it? This episode shoves us all unceremoniously out of our comfort zones: We change, or we simply fade away. But things aren't as bleak as that makes them seem: all we need is a little momentum. Momentum is manufactured in the mind – it's not something mystical or outside our control. This week we learn how to harness the power of Emotional Fl...
The Shaman's Path: Don Howard Lawler Interview
June 16, 2017 21:28 - 1 hour - 103 MBFor the last five decades, Don Howard Lawler has been practising shamanism, using his deep knowledge of plant medicines such as Ayahuasca and Huachuma (San Pedro) to heal people's depression, addictions, and to help reconnect them with their purpose and the world around them. Jon's met Don Howard before. Eighteen months ago, he went to SpiritQuest Sanctuary, the shamanic healing centre Don Howard set up in the Peruvian Amazon, and drank Ayahuasca for the first time. The medicine turned his...
The 50th Law – Part 4: Turn Shit Into Sugar. Opportunism.
June 12, 2017 08:39 - 1 hour - 66.4 MBShit is abundant – a near infinite supply of it as available to you at any given moment. But like most things that're easy to come by, it's not what we want or what we value. So how can we transform it into something sweeter? This week we explore how to turn negatives into positives without disappearing up our own asses in a cloud of glitter and new-age platitudes. Instead, we tease out the crucial difference between believing 'everything happens for a reason', and rising to the occasion t...
Ayahuasca and Huachuma Before & After: Back From The Jungle
June 08, 2017 20:03 - 1 hour - 96.7 MBEighteen months after Ayahuasca turned his life upside-down, Jon headed back to the jungle to see what would happen this time around. For one thing, this time it was a veritable plant medicine odyssey: Four Ayahuasca ceremonies, one Bobinsana ceremony, three Huachuma ceremonies, and a final, terrifying Vilca ceremony. Recorded the day after he got back to the UK over a ceremonial mapacho 'cigar', we reflect on the experience from Jon's perspective, and Dre breaks down the neurochemistry an...
The 50th Law – Part 3: Make Everything Your Own. Self Reliance.
June 05, 2017 06:49 - 1 hour - 79.1 MBWho owns you? Think about it. Who controls your time, your work, even your sense of self-worth? If someone else controls any of these things, you're neither free, nor powerful. But breaking those chains is a daunting challenge. For 50 Cent, this was a tale of crack hustling, escaping the vampiric embrace of the record industry, and seizing control of his art and image. But the dynamics at play in all these areas can be related directly – and often pointedly – to the rest of us, too. Maki...
Time For A New Politics – Election Special
June 02, 2017 12:57 - 1 hour - 65.7 MBIn this special episode, we sit down with musician, rapper and political activist Kayne Anthony to break down the upcoming UK General Election. Where are British and world politics in 2017? Are we looking at a picture of apathy and chronic social inequality? Or are there glimmers of hope for a new politics to be found in this mess? We ask what can we do, really, to effect change in the modern world; whether going on protest marches changes anything; and if young voters may actually be mo...
The 50th Law – Part 2: Intense Realism
May 29, 2017 09:32 - 1 hour - 94.7 MBMore than likely, you're living in a dream world. A fabrication. A projection of how you think the world is or should be. And just as likely, the world has a habit of slapping you in the face with something quite different. Time to change things up. Time to start seeing things clearly and fearlessly. In this deep and wide-ranging episode, we explore how to develop the Hustler's Eye: the ability to see things and people how they actually are, rather than how we wish them to be. To do so, ...
The 50th Law – Part 1: Becoming Fearless
May 21, 2017 16:51 - 1 hour - 84 MBWhen the hip-hop phenomenon 50 Cent asked to meet Robert Greene after reading his phenomenal bestseller, The 48 Laws of Power, it was only a matter of time before the two collaborated on a project. They immediately found similarities that transcended background and ethnicity – not least, the ability to truly see and analyse the power games that people constantly play and the multifarious ways they manipulate others. 50 Cent came from the violent streets of Southside Queens; he never knew...
Autism is my Superpower - Life On The Spectrum
May 18, 2017 14:18 - 1 hour - 81.9 MBWe all know someone who’s ‘on the spectrum’. Someone a little weird. Not good with social cues, but passionately (perhaps disturbingly) intense in some other part of their lives. But what do we really know about them and how they see the world? We’re all a lot more comfortable with the idea of Autism these days, but do we really understand what life is like for these people? Not so much… Our very own Autiste, as we shall insist on calling Dre, is on hand to share his personal story, fr...
Law 49 - The Secret Power Principles | Exploring The 48 Laws Of Power
May 15, 2017 09:45 - 1 hour - 109 MBNow you know the Laws, but which ones should you put into practice first? And what are the underlying themes which bind them together? How can we truly practise the Laws in order to achieve mastery? This is a Special Episode that brings you the most important insights from our in-depth exploration of The 48 Laws of Power AND gives you exclusive access to our new companion book to Robert Greene’s masterpiece. Sensing the spirit of the times is always important and we reveal how to crest t...
Ayahuasca Before & After: Back To The Jungle
May 11, 2017 13:44 - 1 hour - 57 MBAlmost two years after he first went to the Amazon rainforest to drink the most potent psychedelic known to man, and after his whole life was turned upside-down as a result, Jon's heading right back out there to do it again. We get into the spiritual, the biological, the personal and the philosophical in this episode. There's a psychedelic 'renaissance' underway in modern culture, but what does that really mean for us as individuals? Recorded just the day before boarding his flight to Pe...
Law 48 - Assume Formlessness | Exploring The 48 Laws of Power
May 08, 2017 10:38 - 1 hour - 91.6 MBOne Law to bring them all and in the darkness bind them… Yes, it’s time for the final and most crucial Law of Power: Assume Formlessness. Law 48 is all about how to move beyond mechanical repetition of the individual Laws and become a virtuoso performer who flows effortlessly with the needs of the moment, untroubled by countervailing winds. As Robert drives home, nothing can be relied on except the inevitability of change – if we are rigid and unprepared for it, then we will simply shatt...
Law 47 - Do Not Go Past The Mark You Aimed For - In Victory, Learn When To Stop | Exploring The 48 Laws of Power
May 01, 2017 12:15 - 1 hour - 63.8 MBWe've all done it. At certain times in our lives we've all settled for second best; accepted what we thought we could get, rather than pushing for what we really wanted. But what about the other side of the coin? When you refuse to recognise the victory for what it is and keep on pushing until you've burnt yourself out, alienated people around you, and find yourself left with nothing at all? When the ego comes knocking, Total Victory can seem like a real goal – but is it? Victory can als...
Law 46 - Never Appear Too Perfect | Exploring The 48 Laws of Power
April 24, 2017 11:59 - 1 hour - 73.4 MBThe green demon is among us! Envy is a dangerous affliction and one which we all fall victim to at times. But being a victim is obviously not what we're aiming for here... and if envy is something everyone is susceptible to, how can we make use of it on our journey to power? On the flipside, humility can take you a (very) long way. But in a world dominated by social media and self-promotion, have we forgotten to tone down our virtues for the sake of the long game? Law 46 challenges the c...
Law 45 - Preach The Need For Change, But Never Reform Too Much At Once | Exploring The 48 Laws of Power
April 17, 2017 11:31 - 1 hour - 78.4 MBThere is only one constant in life: Change. It destroys, creates, excites... but also terrifies. Most of us, however opened-minded we claim to be, instinctively resist change and prefer to cling to our familiar routines and circles. But creatures of habit are rarely powerful. Law 45 breaks down this inertia: how can we make changes that suit us? How can we overcome the innate, tribal resistance of the people and structures which surround us? Acceptance can come surprisingly quickly if yo...
Law 44 - Disarm And Infuriate With The Mirror Effect | Exploring The 48 Laws of Power
April 10, 2017 14:04 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBWho's that in the mirror? And what are they trying to do to you? We all calibrate ourselves to the world around us, but if we're not careful we get caught in a hall of mirrors – lost in the warped and warping realities of other people, trapped in their funhouse. The root of all power is to lower people's resistance to you, but that takes time and teaching. The Mirror Effect is the perfect teaching device; the perfect mask; and the perfect weapon when used at the right time. But mirrors, ...
Law 43 - Work On The Hearts And Minds Of Others | Exploring The 48 Laws of Power
April 03, 2017 00:27 - 1 hour - 78 MBCoercion is a dirty word; manipulation no better. But that's what social life is all about, down at its very core: we're all trying to get people to see our point of view, to join forces in some fashion, whether it's building a world-changing company or just going to the cinema together. Brute force doesn't do the job, or certainly not for long. So how can we win people over effectively, and without the stench of coercion blighting our attempts? Law 43 answers these questions and much mo...
Release Into Now: Cory Allen Interview
March 30, 2017 17:03 - 1 hour - 79.5 MBCory Allen is a man of many parts: musician, producer, podcaster, meditation expert, philosopher... and now a full-time Professional Cory. He's gathered a huge audience for his work, but his driving force continues to be the simple/complex mission to Reduce Suffering and Raise Awareness. But what exactly does that mean in everyday life, away from the meditation cushion? Jon caught up with Cory in Austin, Texas, to find out. The result was a deep, fun, and enriching conversation about what ...
Law 42 - Strike The Shepherd And The Sheep Will Scatter | Exploring The 48 Laws of Power
March 27, 2017 00:52 - 1 hour - 79.9 MBBad apples, shit-stirrers and fifth-columnists. It only takes one to disrupt and destroy your power, but how can you spot and remove them before it's too late? Purging, banishment, shame and rebellion – Law 42 explores the enormous power of isolation and exile, but it's frequently more complicated than it seems to put into practice. How can you keep people on side without pandering to their whims, and how can you dethrone a power-player without fostering an eventual counterstrike? This e...
Law 41 - Avoid Stepping Into A Great Man's Shoes | Exploring The 48 Laws of Power
March 20, 2017 12:01 - 1 hour - 80.2 MBYou've got Daddy Issues. And you're going to have to deal with them if you want to find your way to Power. Law 41 penetrates deeply into our psyches and draws back the veil on the automatic behaviours we go through life with – unconsciously playing out the patterns we inherited from our parents, whether by copying them or trying, naively, to reject them. So how can we forge our own distinctive routes to Power? This week, we ask some crucial questions. What is real drive? Who has it; can ...
Law 40 - Despise The Free Lunch | Exploring The 48 Laws of Power
March 13, 2017 00:26 - 1 hour - 80.4 MBFreebies? Surely we want them... Actually, we don't. Law 40 explains the enormous psychological burdens involved in accepting the free lunch, and how rapidly this can draw you into a web of obligations and inferior power positions. This Law breaks down the different kinds of toxic people who try to manipulate you through emotional and financial blackmail – you'll know them when you hear them described, but how many times have you fallen inadvertently under their sway? This week we explore ...
Law 39 - Stir Up Waters To Catch Fish | Exploring The 48 Laws of Power
March 06, 2017 00:10 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBControl. We crave it, we scramble for it, and we hate to feel under the control of anyone else. Law 39 is all about learning how to retain control without even trying, explaining how it's precisely by grasping for power that so many people lose it forever. Stillness and calm are the heart of power, but turning up your volume is the desperate resort of those who're losing it. When emotions and fear take the lead, you become laughable or pathetic to those around you; retaining discipline and p...
Feeding The Pleasure Monkey: Conner Moore Interview
March 01, 2017 14:50 - 1 hour - 82.4 MBFrom Bible-Belt town to living and then escaping the American Dream, Conner Moore can now be found exploring consciousness, making podcasts, lifting heavy, and changing lives at Onnit – a company dedicated to Total Human Optimization. After his first business venture as a gym owner began to fall apart, Conner found himself cleaning the gym listening to Alan Watts and starting to wonder if there wasn't more to life than he'd been led to believe. Three months of living hand-to-mouth, combined ...
Law 38 - Think As You Like But Behave Like Others | Exploring The 48 Laws of Power
February 27, 2017 00:24 - 1 hour - 75 MBBehave like others?! Doesn't this contradict the very fabric of The 48 Laws of Power, a book designed to reveal the mechanistic, unreflective ways in which most people act and then give us the tools to escape the imaginary cage this seems to confine us in? How can we Create Compelling Spectacles or Keep Others In Suspended Terror without acting in ways markedly different from the norm? But Law 38 is a complex affair, offering both a slap in the face to the idea of 'just being yourself' and...
The Great Acceleration - Robert Colvile Interview
February 23, 2017 14:48 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBNever got enough time? Always feel like you're spinning a dozen plates without a moment for yourself? Worried you're unable to remember anything without needing to Google it? You're right. The world is getting faster, faster. But is that necessarily a bad thing? Robert Colvile, author of The Great Acceleration, joins us as we try to get to grips with what this apparently endless speeding-up of life means for our mental health, relationships, careers, and even our ability to just sit down a...
Law 37 - Create Compelling Spectacles | Exploring The 48 Laws of Power
February 20, 2017 00:57 - 1 hour - 79.7 MBWords are wind, but images and symbols are unforgettable. Create a spectacle, tell a story, or imbue yourself with the resonant power of a symbol and you're well on your way to capturing the hearts and minds of your audience. Kings, charlatans, mistresses and maniacs – Law 37 unpacks the magical thinking which forms an intrinsic part of how humans operate across the spectrum of society. Even if we can turn down the volume of these superstitious thought patterns, we can never escape their i...