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From Nowhere to Nothing

In this podcast, we look at philosophers, abstract ideas, concrete cultural issues, and everything in between with a down-to-earth demeanor and willingness to explore.

society & culture philosophy

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59:26

Surprise Round #4

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/05/18

In this episode, we surprise each other with philosophical thought experiments: Norm's: Hedonine and Pononine Joel's: The Two-Space Myth

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01:08:45

Surprise Round #3

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/05/10

In this episode, we surprise each other with philosophical thought experiments:Norm's: The Language Game Joel's: The Split Brain

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49:02

Surprise Round #2

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/05/03

In this episode, we surprise each other with philosophical thought experiments:Norm's: Eternal Recurrence Joel's: The Inquiring Murderer

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53:55

Surprise Round #1

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/04/19

In this episode, we surprise each other with philosophical thought experiments:Norm's: The Experience Machine Joel's: The Problem of the Speckled Hen

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56:24

Thought Experiments

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/04/12

In this episode, we lay the groundwork for a series of shows focusing on philosophical Thought Experiments by examining a couple of familiar examples and discussing their constituent elements.

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55:09

Compliance

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/04/05

In this episode, we discuss some technical and definitional aspects of Compliance, including concepts of authority, power, obedience, and perspective.

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44:34

Dr. Michael Passmore

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/04/02

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Michael Passmore about consciousness, biological bases of behavior, and reality.

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01:01:44

Schwarzschild Cosmology

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/03/30

In this episode, we try to wrap our minds around recent scientific and ancient philosophical questions regarding the nature of reality and infinity through the theory of nesting-doll black hole universes.

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01:05:17

Wetware

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/03/15

In this episode, we discuss the interfacing of biological and traditional computing systems.

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01:00:25

Entitativity

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/03/08

In this episode, we look at the definition, perception, influence, and malleable characteristics of groups holisitically.

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01:07:32

Poetry

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/03/02

In this episode, we wrestle with form, content, expression, truth, and the abstract nature of Poetry.

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01:06:05

Hatred

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/02/22

In this episode, we delve into the biopsychosocial facets of Hatred, contextualized by historical philosophical thoughts and personal reflections.

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01:04:30

Metaphors

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/02/15

In this episode, we "dive in" to the concept of Metaphors and how they interact with our language, cognitions, and reality.

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01:02:45

Return Environments

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/02/08

In this episode, we look at the numerous antecedents, facets, and consequences of immediate and delayed return environments on individuals and society.

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01:10:26

Medical Assistance in Dying

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/01/25

In this episode, we take a hard look at the difficult considerations involved in physiological and psychological suffering, autonomy, and ethics in chosen death.

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01:04:37

Longtermism

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/01/18

In this episode, we wrestle with the theoretical and practical considerations of thinking about future generations.

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58:56

Mirror-Souls

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/01/11

In this episode, we examine Mirror-Souls: the concept that a perfect counterpart for us exists in the world.

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01:07:55

Human Potential

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/01/05

In this episode, we examine the multifaceted and paradoxical implications of defining Human Potential.

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01:02:54

Brian Hite

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2025/01/02

In this episode, Dr. Brian Hite discusses his background as a stuntman and academic, providing a philosophical discussion about the psychological influence of stress and pressure on potential and performance

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01:00:56

Mike Oppenheim

From Nowhere to Nothing ·

2024/12/28

In this episode, we interview Mike Oppenheim, an author, filmmaker, musician, and much more, as well as the host of the podcast "Coffin Talk."

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