Episode 0: Introduction to the Podcast

We read part of The Dialectic of Enlightenment (1944), specifically the parts about Homer's epic as an allegory for the merely apparent triumph of modernism (capitalism, instrumental reason) over myth (savagery, magical thinking). Subscribe to Closereads (and get a link to this t ... Show More

Continuing on Faith and Knowledge (1802), Ch. 1 and 2. We start off by discussing how beauty might give us a window into things-in-themselves according to the Romantics, who were in part following Kant's lead. Also, what version of the ontological argument for the existence of Go ... Show More

Richard played with art-rock band Japan from 1975 through their five albums, then continued to collaborate with members of that group, releasing several increasingly atmospheric albums as Jansen-Barbieri, Jansen-Barbieri-Karn, Rain Tree Crow, et al. He joined Porcupine Tree in 19 ... Show More

This episode was brought to you by Auckland University of Technology who are putting on a webinar to help you figure out how to get into (or back into) study! Register for their online webinar here!Listen to the full episode of Culture Vulture on Spotify here.And on Apple Podcast ... Show More

Do you have trouble figuring out what you want? Whether it's a big decision or a small one, why do we feel so conflicted about what the right choice is? In this episode, we talk about the frustrating experience of not knowing what we want, feeling frozen in place, and how to tune ... Show More

Emotions are here to tell us something, are we choosing to listen or choosing to opt out and numb them away.  AND , why are we still apologising for crying?!  This episode dives into how to listen to the language  of your emotions.👑 Want to request a podcast? Have a question for ... Show More

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What you listen to shapes your thoughts and choices. In this episode, you will learn: • Importance of hearing • Why you should seek to listen to good things • How you purify your heart through listening Intro and outro music by Nader Khan 

On Instagram, I asked you guys to let me know what you wanted advice about and thus, we have this podcast episode! I hope it's helpful and fun to listen to! LOVE YOU GUYS 

You know the saying, “Haters going to hate”?Well why is it that we have so much trouble dealing with our “hater” or critics?I have a few different views on this love, and some tips that can help you handle your haters.In this episode I urge you to think a little differently all i ... Show More