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Podcast Profile: MeaningofLife.tv

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31 episodes
2021
Median: 60 minutes
Collection: Philosophy


Description (podcaster-provided):

Conversations about philosophy, science, religion and spirituality


Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):

➤ Philosophy • Science • Religion • Spirituality • Cognitive bias • Quantum mechanics • Free will • Determinism • Meditation • Evolutionary psychology • Tribalism • Time management • Academic freedom

This podcast, "MeaningofLife.tv," delves into profound conversations that intersect philosophy, science, religion, and spirituality. A recurring theme throughout the episodes is the exploration of critical philosophical debates, such as the tension between determinism and free will, often discussed through the lens of prominent thinkers like Immanuel Kant. A substantial focus is placed on cognitive biases and their implications, not only in personal thinking but also in broader societal issues like tribalism and political discourse. The podcast frequently navigates the complex terrain of consciousness and evolution, considering whether evolution might have a purpose beyond natural selection.

Episodes engage with current socio-political dialogues, examining the intersection of philosophy and identity politics, and the profound existential questions raised by movements such as anti-wokeness. There is also a consistent interest in quantum mechanics, probing its philosophical implications and the fundamental nature of reality. This philosophical inquiry extends to discussions on how science might unite with the arts and humanities, reflecting a broad interest in interdisciplinary understanding.

The podcast often revisits concepts related to human psychology and enlightenment, providing a reflective lens on personal and collective transformation. Mindfulness and meditation are explored as tools for personal insight and social change, with discussions around how they might improve cognitive empathy and mitigate negative emotional states. Overall, "MeaningofLife.tv" offers diverse explorations that challenge conventional thinking, inviting listeners to reflect deeply on the nature of reality, knowledge, and morality in a complex world.


Episodes:
Episode Image Kant Stop Critiquin' (Aryeh Cohen-Wade & David Ottlinger)
2021-Nov-29
60 minutes
Episode Image The Dharma of Bob 8: A Cosmic View of Our Situation (Robert Wright & Josh Summers)
2021-Nov-24
60 minutes
Episode Image The Dharma of Bob 7: Cognitive Bias and Conflict (Robert Wright & Josh Summers)
2021-Sep-21
60 minutes
Episode Image Saving Anti-Wokeness from Itself (David Ottlinger & Cathy Young)
2021-Sep-15
60 minutes
Episode Image Contesting Determinism (Robert Wright & Oliver Burkeman)
2021-Sep-14
60 minutes
Episode Image The Trouble with Quantum Mechanics (Robert Wright & John Horgan)
2021-Sep-07
60 minutes
Episode Image Debating the Sexual Psychology of Men and Women (Robert Wright & Agustín Fuentes)
2021-Aug-25
60 minutes
Episode Image Consolations of Physics (John Horgan & Sabine Hossenfelder)
2021-Aug-05
60 minutes
Episode Image Time Management for Mortals (Robert Wright & Oliver Burkeman)
2021-Aug-04
60 minutes
Episode Image The Dharma of Bob 6: The Explain/Excuse Conflation (Robert Wright & Josh Summers)
2021-Jul-06
60 minutes
Episode Image Should Darwin Be Cancelled? (Robert Wright & Agustín Fuentes)
2021-Jun-08
60 minutes
Episode Image Quantum Mechanics and the Quest for Final Knowledge (John Horgan & Philip Ball)
2021-Jun-07
60 minutes
Episode Image Thinking in Tongues (Nikita Petrov & David Poleski)
2021-May-27
60 minutes
Episode Image Saving the World One Podcast at a Time (Robert Wright & Rob Wiblin)
2021-May-25
60 minutes
Episode Image The Dharma of Bob 5: Mindful Defiance (Robert Wright & Josh Summers)
2021-May-11
60 minutes
Episode Image Despite Our Best Intentions (Robert Wright & Paul Bloom)
2021-May-05
60 minutes
Episode Image Circling the Elephant (Robert Wright & John Thatamanil)
2021-Apr-27
60 minutes
Episode Image Science, Fiction, and the Mind-Body Problem (John Horgan & Erik Hoel)
2021-Apr-12
60 minutes
Episode Image DMT and Plato's Cave (Nikita Petrov & John Horgan)
2021-Apr-07
60 minutes
Episode Image The Dharma of Bob 4: Averting the Apocalypse (Robert Wright & Josh Summers)
2021-Mar-23
60 minutes
Episode Image Steven Pinker, the Unabomber, Quantum Physics, and DMT (Nikita Petrov & John Horgan)
2021-Mar-22
60 minutes
Episode Image Explaining Quantum Mechanics (John Horgan & Tim Maudlin)
2021-Mar-08
60 minutes
Episode Image Kant’s Transcendental Philosophy (Robert Wright & David Ottlinger)
2021-Mar-02
60 minutes
Episode Image Ten Keys to Reality (Robert Wright & Frank Wilczek)
2021-Feb-23
60 minutes
Episode Image (What If) Ideas Are Alive (Nikita Petrov & John Horgan)
2021-Feb-22
60 minutes
Episode Image Questioning the Practice of Grading in Schools (Robert Gressis & Kevin Currie-Knight)
2021-Feb-18
60 minutes
Episode Image Free Speech and Academic Freedom in 2020 (Daniel Kaufman & David Ottlinger)
2021-Feb-10
60 minutes
Episode Image Quantum Mechanics and “Reality” (John Horgan & Adam Becker)
2021-Feb-01
60 minutes
Episode Image The Dharma of Bob 3: Cognitive Biases (Robert Wright & Josh Summers)
2021-Jan-26
60 minutes
Episode Image Introducing Psychopolitica (John Horgan & Nikita Petrov)
2021-Jan-18
60 minutes
Episode Image Spooky Action at a Distance (John Horgan & George Musser)
2021-Jan-06
60 minutes