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Philosophize This!

Stephen West

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Beginner friendly if listened to in order! For anyone interested in an educational podcast about philosophy where you don't need to be a graduate-level philosopher to understand it. In chronological order, the thinkers and ideas that forged the world we live in are broken down and explained.
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Foresight Institute Radio

Foresight Institute

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Foresight Institute Radio features the most cutting-edge talks and seminars from our workshops—fresh insights on advanced AI, nanotech, longevity biotech, and beyond. See the slides and demos on YouTube, and follow @ForesightInst on X for real-time updates. For polished, in-studio interviews, check out our sister feed: The Existential Hope Podcast Foresight Institute is an independent nonprofit devoted to steering emerging technologies toward beneficial futures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co ...
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DIG LIFE DEEP!

The Planet Club

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DIG LIFE DEEP! with John Aidan Byrne brings fascinating guests from Main to Wall Street and the worlds of finance, economics, politics, Silicon Valley, Hollywood, sports, art, science and more. The show celebrates success, a spirit of enterprise, in an age of unparalleled social upheaval. An award-winning Irish journalist in his beloved America, Byrne seeks hope for our existential crisis. Byrne is a writer, reporter, editor and Broadway alumnus. His work is published in the New York Post, W ...
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Lung Cancer Rx

Oncology News Central

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LungCancerRx is a new podcast that features conversations among oncologists and patients. From tackling logistical obstacles to handling existential questions, these discussions aim to provide empowerment, knowledge, and hope across the lung cancer community. Eric K. Singhi, MD, a thoracic oncologist in Houston; Aakash Desai, MD, MPH, an assistant professor at the University of Alabama Birmingham’s O’Neal Cancer Center; and Fawzi Abu Rous, MD, a thoracic medical oncologist at Henry Ford Heal ...
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This podcast is affiliated with the blog Arash's World dealing with existential issues and solutions in health and wellness, psychology, and philosophy. By providing reviews on books alongside exclusive, insightful & thought-provoking interviews with health & wellness experts, renowned psychologists & psychotherapists as well as global thought leaders and life coaches, we put together and forge individual holistic paths toward health, happiness, and wellbeing in your personal & professional ...
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The CommonHealth

CSIS Global Health Policy Center | Center for Strategic and International Studies

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The CommonHealth is the podcast of the CSIS Bipartisan Alliance for Global Health Security. On The CommonHealth, hosts J. Stephen Morrison, Katherine Bliss, and Andrew Schwartz delve deeply into the puzzle that connects pandemic preparedness and response, HIV/AIDS, routine immunization, and primary care, areas of huge import to human and national security. The CommonHealth replaces under a single podcast the Coronavirus Crisis Update, Pandemic Planet and AIDS Existential Moment.
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The Existential Owl is composed of a handful of friends, all with lived experience with a variety of mental health disorders, barriers, and additional stigmas. We discuss all things mental health, culture, philosophy, ethics, etc, all with a twist of comedy and authenticity.
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so guided.

Carissa & Jenny

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Hosts, Jenny & Carissa were going about their busy lives as two successful business women in their chosen fields. Spirituality was the last thing on their minds. Until two years ago when s@!t hit the fan in both their lives rocking their beliefs and setting them on a quest to find answers to some existential questions. So. Many. Questions. And then magic started happening. This is their adventure exploring all the extraordinary ways we can connect to the universe. "So guided" is a one stop s ...
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Humanity First

Drew Fincher and Cesar Meza

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Welcome to Humanity First — Meet the first AI fact-checking co-host of a podcast series Graice and follow along on the unfiltered, real-time journey of founders building an AI startup from scratch… with a twist. We’re not just talking about the future — we’re creating it. And we’ve built our own AI co-host to fact-check us live, challenge our takes, and keep us (and you) honest. This podcast is part startup diary, part tech deep-dive, and all heart. We explore what it means to stay human in ...
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Tiff and Steve’s magical sysadmin adventures. You can expect fun banter about “the cloud,” Microsoft tech (Office 365, Azure, Defender, Exchange, etc), InfoSec, PowerShell, Docker, Zune (yes, Zune), existential thoughts on enterprise IT, and so much more.
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The existential ramblings of a twenty something trying to make it through life while spreading kindness and hope Cover art photo provided by Kristopher Roller on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@krisroller
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Don't hate the players, change the game! The Win-Win Podcast is an exploration of the games that drive our world. Created by poker champion Liv Boeree, it explores solutions to humanity's biggest issues through the lens of game theory. If you want to hear from some of the greatest thinkers on earth, and help defeat Moloch by turning lose-lose dilemmas into clear win-wins, this is the show for you.
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The Annum

Kuyasha Media

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How do you describe an existential crisis? Explain your mental illness in 3 words or less. I don’t have any of the answers to these questions but I think the best way to find some glimmer of clarity, is through conversation. Sometimes I talk to myself, and sometimes to a guest. With each episode we understand people a little bit better, and in turn we understand ourselves a bit more. I hope you can learn something. I hope you disagree with me. Most importantly, I hope you stay. Thank you for ...
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Your local 828 is Great Asian Gal 😀 We'll cover current events like immigration, politics, and global news, empathetic topics that have to do with friendships, feelings, and sex, and related discussions like being a college student and existential crises and the meaning of life. I hope my podcast can be an escape for you and offer a different perspective that you don't see on mainstream media. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beautybrainsbooty/support
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Tales of Insecurity

Leah Lindsaychen

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You're not afraid of anything anymore. You're ready to take on any challenge, whatever life throws at you. Having endured the worst, there's very little left out there that can really scare you, but here it is. It's the reminders of what you could be again as soon as you let your guard down, as soon as your friends forget about you, as soon as you lose just a little bit of credit, that slight bit of validation, and go at it truly on your own. It's a comedy variety show hosted by a optimistic ...
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CrashinConvos

Simon Garcia

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This podcast is all about exploring the ups and downs of life, wellness, resilience and everything in between through the art of conversation. We'll also dive into deep discussions on existential questions, philosophical thoughts, and how we are apart of something bigger. By sharing my experiences along with those of my guests, I hope to bring you inspiration, and a sense of direction through connection which may help the listener begin to understand and unravel some situations y’all may be ...
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Hosted by Grace Nosek, Planet Potluck combines personal storytelling and interviews to explore stories of hope, joy, and community in the climate movement. After telling her own story of finding joy and fulfillment in climate work after personal tragedy, Grace interviews the friends she’s made through her years as a climate activist—students, professors, organizers, lawyers, activists on the front lines, engineers, and more. What emerges is an intimate look at the grief and joy of leaning in ...
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We are living in a pivotal global moment. The world is radically changing, are you? According to international scientists, 2030 is a point of no return, an unprecedented looming economic and existential threat to humanity - an inconvenient truth becomes an undeniable reality. In a world on fire, plagued by the worst global pandemic in over a century, we face unparalleled inequalities and menacing deep divides. Our Future hangs in the balance. If you are worried, you are not alone. The latest ...
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Vahid & Romy Get Rich

Vahid and Romy

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"Vahid and Romy Get Rich" is a show for those middle-aged dreamers who are trying to decide: what's next? Oh what it was to be in our 20's. We were so full of hope and optimism, pursuing our dreams in the face of crushing expectations and self-doubt. Oh yeah... we're going to be so rich... Suddenly we are in our 40's, with bills and back pain (definitely not rich), wondering what happened, and where do we go from here? Join us on the journey from existential crisis to the promised land.
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Ok, Doomer!

European Leadership Network

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“Ok, Doomer!” the podcast by NEVER, is a 6-part series by the European Leadership Network and their New European Voices on Existential Risk, aka NEVER network, embarking on an exploration into the heart of the manmade existential risks threatening humanity, our planet, and life as we know it. Each episode delves into a different existential crisis, from the looming shadows of nuclear war and the escalating perils of climate change to the uncharted territories of disruptive AI technologies an ...
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mahauliyati mukalmay

Climate & Environment Initiative, RSIL

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Mahauliyati Mukalmay is an Urdu phrase which means "Conversations on Climate". This podcast series is an initiative of the Climate and Environment Initiative (CEI) at the Research Society of International Law, Pakistan (RSIL), an independent, non-partisan think tank based in Pakistan. CEI envisions a climate-resilient world that recognises that climate change threats are already unprecedented and potentially existential. We hope to encourage action to address those threats in a manner that i ...
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Join us at Hard Faith™ Welcoming honest, gritty, redemptive stories Hard Faith™ is a media production company established for the purpose of bringing compelling stories about the human condition to a film going audience in a way that artistically and speaks truth to this present generation in a fresh and powerful way. The world needs quality entertainment and art that speaks truth boldly. We need stories that are set in real-world settings with characters that talk about the ultimate truth. ...
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Let's talk about some of life's simple and deepest truths!A solo podcast about any and everything from existentialism to your typical love life bullcrap. Life is a winding road of twists and turns, with plenty of talking to do in between,soooo, let's talk!I believe our purpose in this place is to evolve! Just like everything!We have been stuck in a rut, but the end is coming.It’s time that we raise our vibrations and journey upwards in consciousness.Collectively,but first,Individually!I star ...
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The Shispot

shilanathan

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A personal, honest, authentic and oftentimes funny account of my life, as an Indian American girl who grew up in a small blue-collar town in PA. I share my struggles growing up in a traditional but dysfunctional family that continues to plague me as an adult, but has also positively shaped my perspective on how I live presently. I’m a former radio personality of 15 years turned mental health counselor, who just really misses radio, especially what radio used to be, and that was great convers ...
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The Wrong End of the Table

Leah Panapa, Dean Morris, Andrew Clay, Glen Levy

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Welcome to "The Wrong End of the Table" podcast, with Leah Panapa, Dean Morris and Andrew Clay. Why is it called the Wrong End of the Table? Well, our producer, magic Mike, realised he's sitting at the wrong end of the table from the food and drink, and he pointed out, "why am I sat at the wrong end of the table", because that's where he has to be! and the name was born! We chat, we talk about some of the big stories, and the smaller stories and we have a good time. We hope you enjoy it!
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On The Monk and The Man, I dive into the thoughts we all experience during those quiet moments—whether in the shower, on a long drive, or late at night, when the mind has the space to wander. Through this podcast, I reflect on the human experience in the modern world, seeking the deeper truths that we can relate on. From profound personal reflections to thought-provoking philosophical insights, I explore the introspective side of everyday life. Along the way, we’ll ponder everything from sel ...
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Unlatched Mind

Vinny Vallarine

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The Unlatched Mind podcast is a long form discussion on topics including neuroscience, morality, behavioral science, religion, artificial intelligence, psychology and philosophy. Host Vinny Vallarine introduces listeners to guests and experts on these, and other topics of interest.
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Hi! Welcome to Business Lesbian! This is a creative endeavor fueld by a gentle existential crisis currently being experienced by yours truly: Brittany Diederich. The Business Lesbian.From 2011-2022 I worked at my family construction business, rose through the ranks, and ended up as the Director of Finance and Administration and Part-Owner. It was a wonderful learning experience and I'm so grateful for the opportunity and the insane amount of nepotism I benefitted from. In 2022, I made the di ...
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NLITN Radio

Roy Boy'Tell

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The show which dissects the thought-provoking curiosities, of our bizarre reality. Discussing topics ranging from quantum physics to the mystic arts, and many things in between. Our hope is to provide you with more questions and opportunities for personal paradigm shifts, in addition to any entertainment value. The more that scientific discovery expands beyond the ordinary, the closer it appears that we will begin to bridge the chasm between scientific fact and superstitious faith. The next ...
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The Bullshit Artists

Rory Varrato

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Two philosophers—or what comedian Mel Brooks fondly refers to as "bullshit artists"—from different generations join in deep yet casual conversation covering a wide range of topics, including especially politics and the human condition. Jack Crittenden—professor emeritus of political theory at Arizona State University—and Rory Varrato—PhD candidate in the Philosophy and Education program at Teachers College, Columbia University—have known each other for more than ten years, first as teacher-s ...
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FUTURATI PODCAST

Thomas Frey

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Join renowned visionary Thomas Frey and Trent Fowler as they explore artificial intelligence, cryptocurrencies, space exploration, quantum computing, biotechnology, and a variety of other topics of interest to futurists.
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Facing It

Jennifer Atkinson

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The age of climate crisis is upon us, and grief and anxiety are on the rise. This series explores the emotional burden of climate change, and why despair leaves so many people unable to respond to our existential threat. Overcoming that paralysis is the first step in moving to action, and yet official climate strategies rarely address the emotional toll of climate grief and eco anxiety. Meanwhile, frontline communities — particularly people of color, indigenous communities, and other histori ...
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Study Islam through the wisdom of the Risale-i Nur - a Qur'an commentary by Bediüzzaman Said Nursi. His work offers rich insights on God, life, and the human condition. A podcast hosted by Dr. Zeyneb Sayilgan Bediüzzaman Said Nursi (1876-1960) was an outstanding Muslim scholar. He was born in the village of Nurs near the city of Bitlis in the Kurdish region of the Ottoman Empire (modern Türkiye). Said Nursi dedicated his entire life to learning and teaching the message of the Qur’an and Prop ...
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Prophetic Politics

Thabiti Anyabwile, Nick Rodriguez, and Ben Brophy

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The purpose of this podcast is demonstrate how faithful Christians can think about politics and have those conversations with other believers and the world at large. Pastor Thabiti Anyabwile, Nick Rodriguez and Ben Brophy dive into this topic and several specific issues that touch on politics.
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Welcome aboard to GSMC Classics: The Day of the Triffids, where we embark on a thrilling journey into the realms of post-apocalyptic fiction! Join us as we dive into the timeless narrative spun by the legendary English science fiction author, John Wyndham, in his iconic 1951 novel, "The Day of the Triffids." Prepare to be spellbound by a tale that transcends time and space, resonating with audiences across generations. In this riveting classic radio show rebroadcast, we delve into a world pl ...
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The GLOP Podcast

Imy & Gerri

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Come and eavesdrop on the Gorgeous Ladies of Psychology as they wrestle with the demands of the the personal, the professional and the existential. Follow their story, as they and the clients they work with tackle the weighty mighty issues of our time and sit in that uncomfortably comfortable place … the boxing ring for Psychologists, the couch. In the Ancient Greek tradition of achieving cultural Catharsis through Drama and the now lost Theory of Comedy penned by Aristotle, get yourself a r ...
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Introducing ‘Let’s Talk, All About Her’ hosted by Kirstin Bouse, Clinical Psychologist and Founder of All About Her - The Centre for Menopause. The menopausal years last about half a woman’s lifetime. And given the constant unpredictable hormonal fluctuations (at least through perimenopause) they tend to be pretty ‘disruptive’ to say the least. Join Kirstin and members of the All About Her Health Professional Community as they share their experiences of working with perimenopausal and post m ...
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Today we talk about the early work of Ernst Bloch. Hope as anticipatory consciousness. The darkness of the lived moment. Educated hope vs false hope. Music as an experiential metaphysics and gateway to the Not-Yet. Hope you love it. :) Sponsors: Better Help: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHIS Nord VPN: https://nordvpn.com/philothis Thank you so mu…
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In a rare interview since he officially retired last year after a distinguished 54 year career on Wall Street, DICK BOVE, 84, spells out his concerns for the US and global financial system. "I think the financial system of the US has lost its footing," BOVE says in the interview, breaking his silence since his retirement. "I think as this becomes m…
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Did you know there are 12 spiritual laws of the universe? Bet you can name one…Yep…Law of Attraction. But what about the other eleven? They’re just as powerful—and they might already be shaping your life in ways you haven’t even realized yet. Today, we’re kicking off Part 1 of our two-part series on the Spiritual Laws of the Universe. These laws ar…
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In this episode, I have (once again ;) the great pleasure of speaking with couple therapist and psychiatrist Dr. Kathryn Ford about her book “The Aperture Effect: A Radically Simple Approach to Finding Joy and Connection in Your Relationship” and how aperture awareness can improve and strengthen our personal relationship on many levels. Aperture aw…
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Being optimistic doesn't come naturally to everyone. Still, as we learn from Mark Twain, Ted Turner, Mr. Rogers, and Nelson Mandela, there are ways to incorporate more positivity into our lives. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Bill Burke, a former media executive who not only helped bring Ted Turner's vision to life but is now actively f…
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Democracy is in deep trouble. Could replacing politicians with real data save it? In this episode Liv sits down with Jamie Joyce – founder of the Society Library — to explore one of the most urgent questions of our time: how do we make sense of complex issues in the age of misinformation, algorithmic bias, and AI slop?We hear what happens when you …
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This is a teaser episode of the Existential Hope Podcast with Nobel Laureate David Baker. David reveals how scientists are now inventing entirely new proteins—life's fundamental building blocks—to tackle some of the world's most pressing challenges. David shares his journey and his vision for a future where custom-built "molecular machines," an ide…
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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with Dr. Carl Rothschild about the countless benefits of Infrared Light Therapy as well as his book “Illuminated Healing: Unraveling the Mysteries of Light Therapy,” which gives detailed scientific explanations about the particular processes at hand. We also talk about the difference between be…
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In the first episode of the LungCancerRx video podcast, cohosts Eric K. Singhi, MD, a thoracic oncologist in Houston; Aakash Desai, MD, MPH, an assistant professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s O'Neal Cancer Center; and Fawzi Abu Rous, MD, a thoracic medical oncologist at Henry Ford Health in Detroit; are joined by patient advocate J…
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This feed is now Foresight Institute Radio—your place for standout talks on frontier technology: from AI and neurotech to nanotech, longevity, and space. You’ll hear highlights from Foresight’s global conferences and seminars featuring top scientists and builders. For long-form interviews, follow our sister show: The Existential Hope Podcast, with …
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What happens when parents can choose their children's genetic traits, and which selections benefit society versus harm it? In this talk, Jonathan Anomaly explores the emerging field of embryo selection for intelligence, disease prevention, and longevity. He covers how polygenic risk scores work to predict complex traits and why most diseases involv…
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What if you could diagnose stroke, treat cancer, and cure depression with a smartphone-sized device that costs $1,000 instead of millions? In this talk, Mary Lou Jepsen demonstrates her revolutionary handheld medical devices that use ultrasound and infrared light to selectively target diseased cells while leaving healthy tissue unharmed. She covers…
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What if a government agency could fund transformative health research with $200 million budgets and no bureaucratic committees? In this talk, Jean Hebert explores ARPA-H's – a research funding agency – unique mission to accelerate health breakthroughs, from 3D-printed organs to functional eye transplants. He covers how ARPA-H operates differently f…
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How has the history of AI been shaped by the "bitter lesson" that simple scaling beats complex algorithms, and what comes next? In this talk, Irina Rish traces AI's evolution from rule-based systems to today's foundation models, exploring how scaling laws predicted performance improvements and recent shifts toward more efficient approaches. She cov…
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Welcome to another raw, real, and radically honest episode of Humanity First. Drew and Cesar ask the unfiltered questions people are too afraid to say out loud — with our AI co-host, Graice, fact-checking us in real time. In this vulnerable, insightful convo, we talk about: Practicing conversations in your head (Are we all socially awkward penguins…
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Welcome to our most requested episode topic...Crystals! Crystals come up all the time in our conversations, but we’ve never done a full episode on them — until now. This isn’t a how-to or a deep dive into crystal properties. It’s just us sharing how we really use and connect with them in everyday life — what we love, what’s worked for us, and where…
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For Episode 67, we spoke with activist and writer William C. Anderson about racism, electoral politics, DEI backlash, anarchism's relation to socialism, Lorenzo Kom'boa Ervin and JoNina Abron-Ervin, and the Black radical tradition. William C. Anderson is a writer and activist from Birmingham, Alabama. His work has appeared in The Guardian, MTV, Bri…
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Sheryl Gay Stolberg, NYT, delves into what direction HHS Secretary Kennedy is taking US policy. He operates along two divergent strands – vaccines and the Make American Healthy Again (MAHA) agenda. “Kennedy is by nature a skeptic” and has a “love of nature, and all things holistic.” He has expanded the power of the office, specifically with regard …
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Are numbers just numbers… or are they messages from something greater? In this episode of Humanity First, Drew and Cesar dive deep into the world of numerology, astrology, and whether or not AI (our co-host Graice) can truly grasp the spiritual side of humanity. From personal stories and divine alignment to a few savage fact-checks from Graice, we …
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Eric Gilliam studies how organizations like Bell Labs, early MIT, and the Rockefeller Foundation helped drive scientific progress — and what made them unusually effective. In this conversation, we explore how those models worked, why many of them disappeared, and what it would take to bring them back. Eric explains why fast-moving, engineering-driv…
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For Helen Branswell, the celebrated Stat News reporter, the SARS outbreak of 2003, while she was based in Toronto, was a thunderclap moment. Jump forward 22 years: Secretary Kennedy on May 28, posted a one-minute video on X announcing he is not recommending Covid vaccines for healthy children and pregnant women -- an “unprecedented” unilateral deci…
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What if everything you thought you knew about learning was wrong? In today's episode, get ready to delve into the transformative power of immersive learning and discover how it's revolutionizing the way we foster mindset shifts and cultivate authentic leadership. Join us as we sit down with Belinda Knight, a dynamic catalyst of change, who shares h…
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In this bold and emotional episode of Humanity First, Drew and Cesar dive deep into the state of education in America, the transformative potential of AI in classrooms, and the painful truths our current system fails to teach. From personalized learning and project-based classrooms to the hidden history of Black Wall Street and systemic inequities,…
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This episode wasn’t planned—just a real conversation that unfolded like all the best ones do. We sat down to catch up, and suddenly we were deep in topics that made us think: wait, people need to hear this. So we hit record. First, we talk about money—not in the way it’s usually framed, but as energy. We share one simple question to uncover your hi…
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Today we talk about Kafka's book The Castle and how the symbolism is interpreted by two powerhouse philosophers: Theodore Adorno and Hannah Arendt. Hope you love it! :) Sponsors: Incogni: https://www.Incogni.com/philothis Quince: https://www.QUINCE.com/pt ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/PHILO Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this with…
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Most AI discussions focus on its risks to democracy – disinformation, surveillance, centralization of power. But what if AI could make governance better? Glen Weyl, political economist at Microsoft Research and founder of RadicalxChange, argues that AI could be used to create more participatory, decentralized, and democratic systems, if we design i…
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Humanity is in a race to build superintelligent AI gods. What happens if we create beings smarter than us—and can no longer steer them? In this special Win-Win IRL episode, Liv Boeree sits down with Anthony Aguirre (CEO of Future of Life Institute) and Malo Bourgon (CEO of MIRI) for a no-holds-barred conversation on finding alignment, avoiding powe…
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In this episode, Dr. Kate O’Brien, Director of the Department of Immunization, Vaccines, and Biologicals at the World Health Organization (WHO) shares her perspective on the state of global immunization programs halfway through Immunization Agenda 2030; the challenges associated with current measles outbreaks in the United States and around the wor…
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“I studied hard. Hated the lab, loved the field.” Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove, Acting Director, WHO Department of Epidemic and Pandemic Threat Management, reveals her early, personal passions as a student of epidemiology. After a stint as a young PhD investigator in Cambodia, she was “desperate to work at WHO. I wanted a seat at the table.” As the techn…
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In this deeply personal and thought-provoking episode of Humanity First, Cesar and Drew dive into the layered meaning of consciousness—from childhood self-awareness to AI’s simulated cognition. Drew opens up about his transformative journey through psilocybin and ayahuasca, revealing how these experiences helped him manage ADHD and reconnect with h…
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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with Bruce Hunter, author of the fictional memoir In the Bear’s House, which he describes as a series of love stories about land, mountains, nature, wilderness, and people, including a love relation between a very creative mother and her deaf son named Trout. Bruce himself is deaf and is using …
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How can storytelling shape our visions of the future? Ada Palmer—historian, science fiction writer, and futurist—brings a unique perspective on how worldbuilding can be a powerful tool for exploring complex ideas. In this conversation with Beatrice Erkers, she shares her perspective on worldbuilding and storytelling, and her recommendations for how…
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Dr. Margaret (Peggy) Hamburg, former FDA Commissioner, describes the profound impact the HIV epidemic has had on her personally and in terms of her career choices. She discovered in her six years as FDA Commissioner how vitally important FDA is to the safety and protection of Americans, at home and abroad. FDA has oversight responsibility for fully…
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Welcome to Humanity First — the podcast built by two bold AI enthusiasts who quit playing it safe and dove headfirst into creating the first-ever AI fact-checking co-host: Graice. We’re Drew and Cesar — co-founders of BRAIC Technologies — and we built an entire tech startup with zero coding experience, using AI tools like ChatGPT, ElevenLabs, and p…
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Today we talk about Camus' book The Fall and what the main character represents in his larger project. We also talk about someone Camus deeply admired, Franz Kafka, and how to think of the images he created in his work. We talk about the experience of the modern individual in relation to politics. We also talk about what Camus and Kafka disagreed o…
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We’ve done a lot of things in the name of self-discovery—but trying breathwork? That took us out of this world. What started with total resistance (spoiler: we don’t even like to breathe) turned into one of the most powerful, mind-bending experiences we’ve ever had. In this episode, we share what really happened when we went deep into a session of …
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Dr Mike Brooks and host Vinny Vallarine discuss the urgent need for humanity to prepare for the impending Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution. They explore the existential crisis posed by AI, the exponential growth of its intelligence, and the unique nature of this technological revolution that could give birth to a new species. The discussion …
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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with Iranian-Canadian author and book publicist Hollay Ghadery about cultural identity and mental health, her memoir “Fuse,” her collection of poems as well as her “pathological love” for books. Hollay openly and candidly talks about growing up as a biracial woman and the various challenges and…
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Evan Greer joins the show to discuss technology, internet censorship, gender politics, music, anarchism, and more!Evan Greer (she/her/they/them) is a trans/genderqueer activist singer/songwriter, parent, and organizer based in Boston. She writes and performs high-energy acoustic songs that inspire hope, build community, and incite resistance! Evan …
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How we develop AI will shape the future of society. In this interview, Anthony Aguirre explores the distinction between Tool AI and Replacement AI, and how this framing can inform AI policy, governance, and strategy. He shares insights on the risks and thresholds of AGI, the role of capability, agency, and autonomy in AI development, and what it me…
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Reflections from The Risale-Nur a Qur'an commentary by Bediüzzaman Said Nursi The Words - Twenty-Third Word - First Chapter - First Point Download the Apps for the Collection here You can also read along on my YOUTUBE channel For an excellent introduction read Exploring Islam: Theology and Spiritual Practice in America by Salih Sayilgan The German …
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