Deeply Curious

By Cody Jensen

Society & Culture Philosophy Religion & Spirituality Spirituality

What's Deeply Curious about?

I'm an artist and mystic living and working in Tulsa, OK. This show is diary of my philosophy and spiritual journey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Deeply Curious episodes:

01.26.2022
Divorce, Cannabis, and Spiritual Awakening
Divorce after 12 years. I tripped on cannabis. I became a mystic. Visual diary: @codyjensen on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10.01.2020
Can we overcome ignorance? (Multiple Intelligence Theory)
Are toxic and unhealed relationships keeping us from growing? In this episode, Cody lays out his theory on why he believes the answer is yes. Drawing from Multiple Intelligence Theory, the brain's Default Mode Network, the evolutionary science of cooperation,...
09.10.2020
Margin, Limits, & Mental Capacity
In this episode of Deeply Curious, we discuss how we all have limitations and capacities in our life and the benefits of creating margin. Learning how to be a better human is a never-ending process. This episode is the first...
08.06.2020
Women Who Run With The Wolves
In this episode, we discuss a book Sarah is reading, women who run with the wolves. Clarissa Pinkola Estes, a Jungian psychologist and cantadora (keeper of stories) lays out what the wild woman archetype is through myths and legends. What...
07.15.2020
BONUS: Life Update - Where have we been?
This is a bonus episode for those who are wondering where we’ve been and what we’re doing now! We talk about our move from Portland to Tulsa, getting stuck in our hometown during quarantine, and how we’re hoping to move...
07.15.2020
You Become What You Hate
In this episode of Deeply Curious, we present the idea of becoming what you hate, and discuss what that means, what it looks like, and how to not let it happen. With the year we’re having, we thought it would...
03.24.2020
Digital Minimalism
In this episode of Deeply Curious, we discuss the principles of Cal Newport’s newest book, Digital Minimalism, while also discussing some of the best ways to use your free time since we’ve all suddenly got a lot of it. Hosted...
02.11.2020
The Dangers of Dualism
Have you noticed how dualistic our culture has become? In this episode we discuss what dualistic thinking is, how dangerous it can be, and how to change it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02.04.2020
Crisis Averted
Cody's existential crisis has been averted and, in this episode, he shares what caused the crisis, what led him out of it, and a vision for the future. We discuss the importance of finding silence and solitude, the mystery of...
01.23.2020
Vulnerability at Play
Is enthusiasm the most vulnerable emotion? Can we truly enjoy life if we care what others think? What are the things that are keeping us from engaging in play? Is irony a symptom of vulnerability? We discus these questions and...
01.14.2020
The Art of Becoming
We are all, whether we're aware of it or not, becoming someone. The question is, are you going to be proud of who that is? Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Club for exclusive content and to support the...
11.12.2019
Are People Evil?
In this episode, Cody and Sarah discuss whether people can be inherently evil. Do we do things out of malicious intent? Or are most of us just seeking to find happiness and security that sometimes comes at a cost to...
10.29.2019
Redefining Greatness
In this episode, Cody talks about his continued journey through an existential crisis. He recently read a book that is challenging his thoughts on pursuing greatness and even work itself. Garden City by John Mark Comer - https://geni.us/YtfBb7 Jensen AV...
10.22.2019
A Case for Reading
In this episode, Sarah attempts to make her case as to why you should be reading. And not just business, self-help, informational books, but stories. Essays, memoirs, novels, and poetry. Stories are the key. Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen...
10.15.2019
Things Learned on the Road
This summer we have driven over 9000 miles, crossing the country almost 3 times. That's a lot of time looking out the widow wondering why certain things look the way they do or why we did the road just make...
10.01.2019
We're Shameful Animals
Are we all just animals? Did Epicurus have it right? Where does shame fit in to the narrative? We talk about all of this and more with our guest, Amber Day! Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Club for...
09.17.2019
Feeling Feelings
In this episode we talk about a column written by Oliver Burkeman on avoiding pain, whether by being too sensitive or having too thick of skin, and our experiences of being opposites - Cody a thinker and Sarah a feeler....
08.27.2019
The Pursuit of Freedom
We're talking freedom. Is it truly freedom if you have act within the bounds of social criticism? Are you free if you're a slave to your own desires? Have we been truly liberated or just merely liberalized? Jensen AV Club...
08.13.2019
The Pursuit of Cool
The pursuit of cool. We all know it. Irony, sarcasm, only drinking 3rd wave coffee. In this episode we talk about the pursuit of cool and what it costs us. Is it really worth it? Jensen AV Club -Join the...
08.06.2019
The Myth of Risk
In this episode, we talk a little about what we think risk is, how important it is to take risks, and the "risk" we took in moving to New York City, and then to Portland. Jensen AV Club -Join the...
07.23.2019
26 Day Road Trip
In this episode we recap our experience of taking a 26 day road trip across America. Starting in NYC and ending in Portland. Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Club for exclusive content and to support the art you...
06.25.2019
The Beauty of the In-Between
In this episode we talk with our mentor and friend, Matt Nelson, about his new book, The Beauty of the In-Between. We do our best to avoid obscurity, but it's often in obscurity that we learn who we truly are....
06.11.2019
Avoiding Burnout - Life Update
The last episode in NYC! We talk about what we've been up to, future plans, and why we haven't published a video in over a month. Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Club for exclusive content and to support...
05.28.2019
Emotions & Anxiety with Dr. Soph
We talk to clinical psychologist, Dr. Soph, about understanding our emotions, anxiety, social media, getting enough sleep, and how the fight or flight response is linked to all of these things. Dr. Soph: Website – Instagram Jensen AV Club -Join...
05.21.2019
Growing Up Female in America
Sarah just read Fear of Flying by Erica Jong and had a lot to say about it. The book is all about what it means to be a female in America. Set in the 1950s, published in the 1970s, and...
05.14.2019
Virtue Signaling
If I act virtuously out of fear or hope of a reward or punishment in the afterlife, am I truly virtuous? Do we truly care about certain injustices in the world or are we actually using them to say something...
05.07.2019
Leaving NYC
We decided to move away from New York City. In this episode we discuss the questions that led us to make the decisions, and where we're moving! Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Club for exclusive content and to...
04.23.2019
A Man Without A Country
Cody read A Man Without A Country by Kurt Vonnegut last week and really wants to talk about it. So we discuss some of his favorite essays in today's episode. Jensen AV Club - Join the Jensen AV Club for...
04.16.2019
The Pursuit of Gear (with Josh Kluge)
In this episode our friend Josh joins us as a guest to discuss the obsession we all have with gear. Does gear make you a better artist? Is there ever a need to upgrade your gear? Are you chasing better...
04.09.2019
World Happiness & Addiction in America
The 2019 World Happiness Report was just published. We read through it and discussed what stood out to us on today's podcast. The report has some fascinating insights on happiness around the world and what factors actually add to your...
04.02.2019
Living a Great Story
What does it mean to live a great story and how can we use story as a way to bring perspective to our lives? Plus, how can earn more identity capital to add to our life story? Jensen AV Club...
03.26.2019
Existential Crisis
Cody's having an existential crisis, a quarter-life crisis if you will, so he opens up and lays it all on the table. Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Club for exclusive content and to support the art you love....
03.19.2019
30 Things I Learned Before Turning 30 - Part 2
Part 2 of Cody's 30 things he's learned in 30 years. Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Club for exclusive content and to support the art you love. Deeply Curious Merch Cody: YouTube — Instagram — Twitter Sarah: YouTube...
03.12.2019
30 Things I Learned Before Turning 30 - Part 1
It's Cody's 30th birthday so we sit down and talk about 30 things he's learned in 30 years. Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Club for exclusive content and to support the art you love. Deeply Curious Merch Cody:...
03.05.2019
The Middle
We tend to gravitate toward self-help advice and wisdom when we're in the middle of something difficult. But whether it's anxiety or a tragic life event, isn't it a relief to have someone else say "me too"? Sometimes we don't...
02.26.2019
Finding Identity
Cody finds his identity in God but Sarah struggles with the finding identity at all. Is identity the core of who you are or the mixture of everything you are? Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Club for exclusive...
02.19.2019
Strong Opinions Held Loosely
Support our show Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Club for exclusive content and to support the art you love. Deeply Curious Merch Cody: YouTube — Instagram — Twitter Sarah: YouTube — Instagram — Twitter Podcast Gear: Microphones -...
02.12.2019
Consumerism in Art
In this episode we dive into our questions and concerns with consumerism, and how we're trying to keep our art free from it. Plus we have an exciting announcement that definitely has something to do with this conversation! Support our...
02.04.2019
Moving to Australia
One of our best friends is in town after living in Australia for over a year, and we have questions! Plus, we get into language, grammar, and many other nonsensical topics. Michelle Nace: https://www.instagram.com/michellenace Sponsors: Deeply Curious Merch Cody: YouTube...
01.29.2019
Social Media & Mental Health
In this episode we discuss social media and the effect that it has had on our mental health and what boundaries we need to put into place in order to be the healthiest version of ourselves. Sponsors: B&H; Photo Video...
01.22.2019
Cultivating Curiosity and Pivoting Careers with Greg Jensen
A conversation with Cody's father about curiosity and pivoting in life and career. Nothing is permanent, but we get stuck in decisions (or indecision) believing they are. Sponsors: B&H; Photo Video - Deeply Curious Merch Cody: YouTube — Instagram —...
01.15.2019
Work Life Balance
Is balancing work and life as impossible and illusive as it sounds? Sponsors: B&H; Photo Video - Deeply Curious Merch Cody: YouTube — Instagram — Twitter Sarah: YouTube — Instagram — Twitter Podcast Gear: Microphones - Recorder - Stands Hosted...
01.08.2019
People vs Place
We're back from a month of traveling and it has us questioning what we want and where we want to be... plus we get into the truth of overnight success. Sponsors: B&H; Photo Video - Deeply Curious Merch Cody: YouTube...
12.11.2018
Endlessly Hopeful (live from an airplane)
We had an international flight and a bag full of podcast gear so we decided to set it up and record this episode 37,000 feet above the Atlantic ocean. Does that mean we're in a nerdy version of the mile...
12.04.2018
Should You Cater to an Audience?
We had an airline mishap and we discuss the idea of evolving for an audience or if you should be doing that at all. Plus, a convo on protecting ourselves from social media. Sponsors: B&H; Photo Video - Deeply Curious...
11.27.2018
Let's Get Vulnerable
What is self-awareness? How are vulnerability, self-awareness, and the curse of knowledge related? In this episode, we discuss these questions, keeping the conversation a little more raw. Sponsors: B&H; Photo Video - Deeply Curious Merch Cody: YouTube — Instagram —...
11.20.2018
Thanksgiving Conversations
It's Thanksgiving week in America so we dive into our Thanksgiving memories and give you some conversation ideas. Sponsors: B&H; Photo Video - Deeply Curious Merch Cody: YouTube — Instagram — Twitter Sarah: YouTube — Instagram — Twitter Podcast Gear:...
11.13.2018
Faith & Politics
Over Thanksgiving dinner they say to avoid talking about faith and politics... so with the holidays approaching, we're going to talk about both! Sponsors: Deeply Curious Merch Articles referenced:https://nyti.ms/2QiNWbz– https://nyti.ms/2yKRqgZ Cody: YouTube — Instagram — Twitter Sarah: YouTube — Instagram...
11.06.2018
10 Years of Marriage
It's our 10 year wedding anniversary! We talk about our love story and experience of being married at such a young age. Sponsors: Moment Cody: YouTube — Instagram — Twitter Sarah: YouTube — Instagram — Twitter Hosted on Acast. See...
10.29.2018
Let People Enjoy Things
This week we discuss why we don't let ourselves and others enjoy things. Do we deserve happiness? Can we really achieve anything we want? Sponsors: Brevite Cody: YouTube — Instagram — Twitter Sarah: YouTube — Instagram — Twitter Hosted on...

What's Deeply Curious about?

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Deeply Curious episodes:

Divorce, Cannabis, and Spiritual Awakening

Can we overcome ignorance? (Multiple Intelligence Theory)

Margin, Limits, & Mental Capacity

Women Who Run With The Wolves

BONUS: Life Update - Where have we been?

You Become What You Hate

Digital Minimalism

The Dangers of Dualism

Crisis Averted

Vulnerability at Play

The Art of Becoming

Are People Evil?

Redefining Greatness

A Case for Reading

Things Learned on the Road

We're Shameful Animals

Feeling Feelings

The Pursuit of Freedom

The Pursuit of Cool

The Myth of Risk

26 Day Road Trip

The Beauty of the In-Between

Avoiding Burnout - Life Update

Emotions & Anxiety with Dr. Soph

Growing Up Female in America

Virtue Signaling

Leaving NYC

A Man Without A Country

The Pursuit of Gear (with Josh Kluge)

World Happiness & Addiction in America

Living a Great Story

Existential Crisis

30 Things I Learned Before Turning 30 - Part 2

30 Things I Learned Before Turning 30 - Part 1

The Middle

Finding Identity

Strong Opinions Held Loosely

Consumerism in Art

Moving to Australia

Social Media & Mental Health

Cultivating Curiosity and Pivoting Careers with Greg Jensen

Work Life Balance

People vs Place

Endlessly Hopeful (live from an airplane)

Should You Cater to an Audience?

Let's Get Vulnerable

Thanksgiving Conversations

Faith & Politics

10 Years of Marriage

Let People Enjoy Things