From the Ship of Theseus to the Grand Shrine of Ise, from the Tin Woodman to our own constantly renewing bodies, humans have long wrestled with a profound question: When something is replaced piece by piece, is it still the same thing?
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The Ship of Theseus Paradox: Still the Same Ship After All These Changes? A Philosophical Puzzle!
Explore the fascinating Ship of Theseus paradox: If a ship's parts are all replaced, is it still the same ship? Delve into questions of identity, change, and what makes something itself.To unlock full access to all our episodes, consider becoming a premium subscriber on Apple Pod ... Show More
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BITESIZE | How to Thrive in Times of Change | Julia Samuel #303
If there is any certainty in life it is that things will never stay the same, yet so many of us struggle to embrace and accept change Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. Each week I’ll be featuring inspirational stories and practica ... Show More
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Selects: Does the body replace itself?
Does the human body really replace itself every few years? The answer is yes, but different parts of the body do so at different rates. Learn all about which parts of your body are the speediest, and which take the longest to regenerate, in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com ... Show More
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