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So You’re Living In A Simulation

@Joli.Artist, aka Your One Black Friend

(Formerly Your One Black Friend) This podcast will make you high. Paradigm shifting, thought provoking discussions with @Joli.Artist. Here we explore the nature of our Simulated Reality Matrix through Philosophy, Psychology, Spirituality, Quantum Physics, Theology, History and Current Events. Openminded, Free-Thinkers, welcome! We have Non-GMO, gluten free cookies!

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01:18:05

Edit the past: How to shift realities by editing your...

So You’re Living In A Simulation ·

2024/10/04

---**In this thought-provoking episode of the "So You’re Living in a Simulation" Podcast, Joli explores the relationship between memory, consciousness, and the multiverse.** Starting with the challenges of memory retention, particularly for those with ADHD, Joli suggests that our minds often resurface irrelevant or painful memories without benefit. But what if we could selectively forget those who’ve caused us harm? She proposes a radical approach to memory: consciously editing past experiences

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00:48:28

The Money Scarcity Myth: Unlearning the Lie that Hard...

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2024/09/21

•In this thought-provoking episode of "So You’re Living in a Simulation," Joli challenges conventional wisdom about money, success, and societal programming. She explores the concept of money as a ubiquitous resource and questions the deeply ingrained belief that hard work always leads to wealth.Joli delves into the psychology of fear, encouraging listeners to transform their mindset from one of scarcity to abundance. She discusses the idea of "eating" or benefiting from challenging situations,

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01:07:33

How Time Travel Proves We Are Immortal | Joli Artist

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2024/08/18

On this episode of “Your One Black Friend” Podcast, Joli delves into the profound concepts of time, consciousness, and parallel universes.She begins by questioning the limitations imposed by our understanding of time travel, proposing that the notion of causality and past events might be challenged by the existence of parallel universes. Joli argues that while traditional physics suggests time travel to the past could violate fundamental laws, the existence of parallel realities offers a way

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00:55:37

Death Only Happens To Other People

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2024/08/01

On this episode of “Your One Black Friend” Podcast, Joli begins by recounting a conversation with her editor Allwin, who expressed existential concerns about aging, suffering, and the cycle of life and death.Joli challenges conventional views on death, suggesting it may be an illusion rooted in societal conditioning (rather than an absolute end.) She proposes that our fear of death stems from a limited understanding of consciousness and reality. Drawing on various philosophical and scientific

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01:31:40

Exploring Infinite Realities: Joli and Kosmic’s Deep...

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2024/07/11

In Part 2 of this episode of "Your One Black Friend," Joli and guest host Kosmic Jedi continue their exploration of parallel universes, inspired by the themes and narrative of Blake Crouch's novel "Dark Matter," now a series on Apple TV. (Part 2 of this discussion deals only with episode 1-3 of the series.) Kosmic & Joli delve into the concept of infinite realities and discuss how this idea allows for endless possibilities and outcomes, making the show's narrative both exciting and

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01:43:42

Time Loops, Dark Matter and Reality Transurfing:...

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2024/06/28

In Part 1 of this episode of "Your One Black Friend," Joli and Guest Host @KosmicJedi delve into the fascinating themes of Time Loops, Parallel Universes, and “Reality Transurfing”, leading to a discussion of Blake Crouch's novel "Dark Matter," (now a series on Apple TV.) What impact do the choices we make have on the paths our lives take? The conversation organically transitions into a broader discussion about the concept of time, routine, and how society's rigid structures often conflict with

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00:34:48

The Answer To Life, The Universe, And Everything Is...

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2024/06/21

On this episode of "Your One Black Friend," titled "The Answer to Life, Universe, and Everything is to Die," Joli explores the profound implications behind Douglas Adams' famous number 42 from "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy." She reveals a mind-blowing interpretation that 42 symbolizes the concept of "to die," suggesting that our reality is a simulation designed to experience endings and death, created by entities that are incapable of dying.Joli connects this interpretation to themes

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01:05:25

Create Your Own System Or Be Enslaved By Someone Else’s

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2024/06/06

In this episode, your hostess Joli, (aka Jo the Storyteller,) begins by challenging the conventional notion that successful adults must engage in serious professions, highlighting how many top earners, such as athletes and entertainers, thrive by engaging in playful, childlike activities.We then delve into a philosophical inquiry about the illusion of choice and the deterministic nature of our lives, suggesting that while we can choose paths, we don't control the circumstances we encounter. Next,

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00:35:29

The Gods Must Be Stupid/ An Infinite Regression to...

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2024/04/30

In this thought-provoking episode, Joli explores the mind-bending hypothesis that humanity and our entire reality could be an artificial simulation or "time box" created by an advanced civilization. She presents evidence suggesting our world has programmed limitations, from our DNA to societal divisions, hinting at an intelligent design behind the scenes. Joli challenges the assumption that the creators of our reality must be supremely intelligent beings, drawing analogies to AI systems that can

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00:28:40

Money = Life Energy Exchange. (What Are You Spending...

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2024/03/26

In this episode titled "Money is Time," Joli discusses the often-overlooked truth behind the exchange of labor for money, emphasizing how money essentially represents hours of one's life. Joli challenges the common perception of money as merely a transactional tool, urging listeners to reevaluate how they spend their earnings. She illustrates the idea that spending money on trivial items equates to spending precious life hours on them. She further explains that money, as an intermediary, obscures

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00:53:24

The ADHD Superpower: Synchronicity and the Natural...

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2024/03/17

On today’s episode, Joli⁠ proposes a direct and profound connection between ADHD minds and the universe’s structure, suggesting a deeper, intrinsic alignment. What if the ADHD mind reflects an intuitive understanding of the universe? We will explore the intriguing concepts of algorithms in our reality, synchronicity, and how these ideas might relate to the ADHD brain. This discussion was inspired by an excerpt from "Dimensions" by Jacques Vallée that discusses how modern information systems

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00:51:22

Have You Lost Your Mind Yet?

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2024/03/06

Imagine your mine as an app and your brain as the hardware/computer. Can you use your mind as one would use an app: engaging and disengaging it at will, and exiting out of it when done?Think of the mind’s internal monologue to an app running in the background of your cellphone that drains the device’s battery. The continuous, often uncontrollable internal dialogue can lead to mental strain and exhaustion. Just as background apps consume power even when you’re not actively using them, the constant

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00:43:08

Beyond 42: A Storyteller’s Guide to Success in...

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2024/02/27

In this episode, Joli Artist, nka JoJo the Storyteller, 😏 examines the intersection of storytelling and our perception of reality. She advocates for the importance of questions over answers and the importance of fostering a society that encourages and values free and exploratory thinking.The episode begins with a reflection on a surprisingly profound Twitter post by Elmo, which led to an existential conversation about the public’s general dissatisfaction with life. Joli offers listeners a unique

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00:40:40

Realities Beyond Sight

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2024/02/16

Exploring The Dystopian vision in acclaimed TV show "See," starring Jason Momoa, and how its portrayal of a sightless society opens dialogues on perception and human capability. - Defining Reality: Venture beyond the scientific into a conversation about the essence of "real." Inspired by a discussion with an astrophysicist friend, this segment explores the limits of scientific understanding and the mysteries that lie beyond empirical evidence. - Hallucinations and UFOs: Navigate the intriguing

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00:48:20

Is Your Life the Favorite Song of A Higher...

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2024/02/07

Is Your Life a Favorite Song to Higher Dimensional Beings? | Cosmic Philosophy & The Music of Existence Join Joli and her special guest, The Kosmic Jedi, in this thought-provoking episode of "Your One Black Friend." Dive into discussions on collective consciousness, the role of nature as a teacher, and the concept of being "watchers" in society. Explore the idea of life as a grand symphony, and how we contribute to the harmony or discord of the collective melody. In this episode, Joli Artist and

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00:20:09

The Silo Hypothesis: Earth’s Role as an Alien Ark |...

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2024/02/03

Join us in this intriguing midweek mini-cast of "Your One Black Friend," where we delve into thought-provoking topics ranging from the Gregorian calendar's impact on our perception of the new year to the fascinating Apple TV show "Silo." Dive into a world of dystopian futures, the possibility of Earth being a silo for another civilization, and the implications of advanced technologies that may lie beyond our current understanding. This episode explores the intriguing question of whether Earth could

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00:19:41

Unraveling Fate: The Illusion of Control in a...

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2024/01/29

In a largely deterministic universe where factors beyond our control influence our lives, Is anything truly anyone’s fault? Similarly, can we genuinely claim credit for our personal achievements or even our traits, beauty, or talents? Consider our existence as semi-sentient beings who have found ourselves in a universe where the causes of what we experience as life are beyond our control. These include the circumstances of our birth, our genetic makeup, the era and culture into which we are born

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00:17:48

Battle Against Bad Ideas.

So You’re Living In A Simulation ·

2024/01/19

In this episode, we address how changing/battling against harmful ideas is a more effective strategy than condemning people, who are simply acting under the influence of bad ideas. #philosophy #selfhelp #technophilosophy #thematrixisreal #simulationtheory #metaphysics Youroneblackfriend.com

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00:43:44

The Power of Ignoring Sh*t: The Power of Ignoring...

So You’re Living In A Simulation ·

2024/01/03

Join Joli in an empowering discussion on harnessing the power of selective attention to actualise the life you desire. In this episode of "Your One Black Friend," we dive into the concept of "ignoring as bliss," exploring how the strategic overlooking of distractions and negative influences can lead to significant personal growth and achievement. Learn the practical steps to train your mind to focus on your goals, how to set firm boundaries, and the art of mastering self-discipline to navigate

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00:18:39

Are Our Life Stories Sentient Life Forms?

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2023/12/24

To someone in the future, you are a #fiction. Your entire life story could be told as a narrative work of art. Think about that. Now, consider this question: What if the very stories of our lives, the narratives that our lives often take, were actually conscious lifeforms—sentient entities with their own desires? Think about a personal experience that unfolded over a period of time. Consider its beginning—how that story or event was “born,” how it developed and, “grew,” and how it evolves and

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