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The Meaning Code

Mapping the universe through discussions about physics, art, economics, philosophy, and more. The search for meaning through connections from one domain of knowledge to another. Finding the code that connects the substructures of the universe. For video recordings of these podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgp_r6WlBwDSJrP43Mz07GQ Find me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/klwong43 View my art here: https://karenwongartcom

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78:34

The Potential Hidden in Risk-taking and Failure

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2024/06/20

Andrea Hiott, host of Love and Philosophy (sample episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSO9QThuQ6I) joins Karen to talk Failure and Risk Taking Karen will be speaking at the PNW Estuary Conference In Olympia, Washington, mentioned at the beginning: https://www.estuarynorthwest2024.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro and announcement re: PNW Estuary Conference 01:22 Exploring the concept of failure 06:50 Risk-taking and Development 13:05 Failure and Social Media 20:46 How can we align with the unknown

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89:11

Tomer Solomon on Bayesian Inference, Science, Life...

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2024/06/17

Tomer Solomon joins Karen to talk about his recent paper on an integrative theory that looks at Markov blankets and the free energy principle, the parallels to the creative process and the nature of reality itself. In addition, he discusses the Biblical narrative through the lens of predictive processing and complexity theory, bridging ancient texts with modern scientific and mathematical frameworks. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:23 Tomer’s background and career journey 10:55 Unified Process Theory of

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85:28

Telos, the Scientific Basis for a Life of Purpose: ...

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2024/06/14

Stephen Iacoboni, MD, is an award-winning cancer researcher and cancer center director at four locations in the Pacific Northwest over his 40 year career. He is also the author of the highly acclaimed cancer care spiritual journal, The Undying Soul. Halfway through his 4 decades as a cancer specialist stuck in the atheist paradigm, he realized something was missing, and that led him to write this remarkable book about the need to recognize Telos. Order a signed copy or ask him any questions at his

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99:38

Unbearable Suffering and Unimaginable Love

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2024/05/23

Stephan Solomon of the YouTube channel, Charlie's Little Corner, joins today to tell his story.

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70:45

Gabe and Glen: Time, Space, Tension and Creative...

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2024/05/09

Gabe introduces aspects of his theory to Glen who has a background in physics, mathematics, computer science and design engineering.

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78:25

Gabe and Ryan: Conceptual Mapping of the Relationship...

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2024/05/02

Ryan and Gabe discuss the overlaps of cognitive theory, psychology and body work. Timestamps are approximate. Timestamps 00:00 Introductions and Setting the Agenda 04:00 Discussion on Patterns of Cognition and Consciousness 16:00 Exploring Cognitive Mapping and Historical Perspectives 20:00 Discussion on Barbara McClintock's Research and its Implications 23:00 Philosophical Reflections on Balance and Measurement 32:00 Overcoming Obstacles and Staying on Track 36:00 Exploring Hope and Faith 43:00

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88:32

Delbert Larson, PhD in Physics with New Theory of the...

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2024/04/25

You can follow Delbert Larson on Twitter @Larsondelbert or at his website, https://larsonism.com. The topics you will find discussed there include a replacement for relativity, a new way to produce clean and cheap energy through fusion, a new quantum mechanical formulation and a new theory for elementary particles.Today's conversation focuses foremost on the theory of the Aether which would be a replacement for relativity. Dr. Larson has a Ph.D. in physics and decades of experience as an author and

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99:12

Jordan Hall on The Pyramid of Relationality:...

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2024/04/19

Jordan Hall joins Karen for an exploration of the intricate nature of identity and patterns in human development, the fundamental principles underlying creativity and reality, and the philosophical concepts of beauty, love, and truth. Other topics include the significance of unity, harmony, and contrast in shaping our understanding of the cosmos, and the role of analytical processes in understanding these principles. Timestamps are approximate. Links mentioned follow the timestamps. Timestamps:

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103:03

Rick Walker: The Pursuit of Truth, Beauty and the...

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2024/04/16

A wide-ranging discussion on topics such as free will, entrepreneurship, creativity, and the pursuit of truth. The philosophical implications of free will in the context of scientific determinism and materialism. The significance of creativity and the interplay of love, beauty, and truth in the creative process. Connections between the constraints in art, science, and the natural world, emphasizing the necessity of boundaries for the emergence of new forms of beauty and significance. The embodiment

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96:31

Ryan on Memory Consolidation, Destabilization,...

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2024/04/11

Listening to Ryan's journey through destabilization to coherence was a deeply meaningful experience for me, as I hope it will be for you. Try to set aside the time to listen to the whole thing as it all comes together in the end. We journey through the laying down of memories (the initial consolidation), the destabilizing journey, and the rapid reconsolidation that brings hope. His description of the eclipse is also NOT TO BE MISSED! The first two parts of his story are linked below: Part 1 of

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106:20

Andrea Hiott: Mind as Movement, Ecological...

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2024/04/06

Andrea connected with Karen through Richard Watson. Andrea has degrees in Neuroscience and Philosophy, and a deep interest in Waymaking. Timestamps 00:00 Intro and Synchronicities 02:47 Andrea Hiott's Journey to Berlin and Utrecht 08:00 Connecting through YouTube 09:16 Mind as Movement and Ecological Perception 27:30 Perception and Artistic Representation 37:00 Discussion on Hegel, Ian McGilchrist, and Jonathan Pajot's work 44:56 Discussion on Attention, Meaning, and Consciousness 51:48 Exploring

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82:41

Kirk Durston: Genetic Algorithms and The Needle in a...

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2024/04/02

Kirk Durston and his beautiful mind joins Karen for a wide ranging conversation the includes origin of life, quantum mechanics, truth and reality, art and science and bioinformatics, among other things. For those interested in Kirk's bona fides, here's a link to his story. Scroll down to see his educational background and scientific papers. https://www.kirkdurston.com/kirk Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:34 Exploring the Origin of Life and Information 05:30 Discussion on Wolfram's Theory and the Ruliad

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90:42

Balazs Kegl: A Discussion of the Nature of Podcasting...

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2024/03/28

Balazs Kegl, AI researcher and host of the podcast, I, Scientist, joins me for a wide ranging discussion of the purpose and the nature of podcasting, and the reason for the and the experience of participating in This Little Corner.

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56:59

Moving Towards Meaning: Hope and Faith Find a Resting...

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2024/03/25

William tells his story and he and Karen discuss the challenges with dating and moving toward marriage in a society that does not honor marriage and children. Challenges of finding relationships, dating, and marriage in modern society How to foster a sense of community and connection in the church for young adults. The importance of community, familial and intergenerational relationships in the church What about reaching out to other pastors and church leaders to discuss the possibility of creating

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38:46

Necessity of Redundancy and Flexibility due to...

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2024/03/21

Timestamps: 00:00 Design and Redundancy in Genetic Information and the Bible 02:15 The Role of Meaning and Consciousness in Perception 11:30 Discussion on the Meaning of Words 15:00 Discussion on the Nature of Representation and Connection 21:58 The Limitations of Mental Models 29:47 Discussion on Flexibility, Free Will, and Love in Decision Making

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102:29

The Interconnectedness of Physical, Emotional, and...

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2024/02/21

Timestamps:01:00 Ryan discusses coherence therapy and the positive adaptations of psychological problems. Releasing body tension has led to emotional catharsis through the interconnectedness of specific postures with associated emotions and memories.11:00 Repressed emotions from college manifested as physical tension in his muscles, along with the process of acknowledging and releasing these emotions, leading to a positive shift in physical and emotional well-being.16:00 Computer Simulation Concept

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77:05

Valentine Special! How does a man orient his life in...

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2024/02/13

Matt and Allyn join Karen to talk about relationships, how to think about them, what's important, and how to be someone others want to relate to. They both emphasized the importance of real-life interactions and integrating these experiences into the dating and relationship process. At the beginning, each one introduces himself and we begin with the question of how to put online relationships in perspective.

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97:43

Implicit and Explicit in Art and Narrative: LOTR,...

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2024/01/05

Brad joins Karen to talk about the implicit and explicit, how that ties into narratives, and the gift of knowledge that comes from love and results in communion.Timestamps 00:00 Introduction and Discussion of Topics 04:17 Understanding Implicit and Explicit Knowing 06:51 I Cor 13 09:44 Love as the Endgame, Reflections on Love, Fitting, and Implicit Things 26:49 The Purpose of Knowledge and the connection between knowledge and love 28:59 Analysis of Fictional Narratives in Lord of the Rings, The

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85:30

Out of Dawkins into Faith: From Existential Dread of...

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2023/12/29

I talk with Ian about something he said on Twitter. "Dawkins, Hitchens, Harris were all my heroes growing up. Atheist household, so it wasnt rebellious, but we did think the Christian’s were going to destroy the world. Then two years ago I became one of those “world destroyers." Timestamps 00:00. Introduction and Background 10:20 Ian Clarke's Non-Religious Upbringing and New Atheism Movement 22:32. Ian Clarke's Journey with Atheism and Buddhism 38:00 Screaming on the inside 45:07 Coping with

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95:04

Nietzsche's Hammer, Free Will, and Forgetfulness as...

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2023/12/21

Teacher of Philosophy specializing in Nietzsche, Aron van Os shares on topics such as Nietzsche, philosophy, religion, weakness and strength, opponent processing, reality, modernism and postmodernism, ancient traditions and modern science, free will and choice, and Nietzsche's paradoxical ideas on self-discovery, forgetfulness, and stability. Aron shared his personal journey, struggles with depression, doubts about his faith, and how he found solace in music and eventually pursued a liberal arts

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