Tech entrepreneur and philosopher Josh Whiton joins JP Newman on Investing on Purpose to discuss his unique journey from solving public transit problems to his groundbreaking work with composting and soil regeneration through MakeSoil.org. They delve deep into Josh's explorations of consciousness, the nature of reality, and the emerging complexities of AI. Listen as Josh shares his insights on balancing technology with mindfulness, creating sustainable communities, and the evolution of intelligence in AI. Join them for a thoughtful conversation that bridges science, philosophy, and practical action towards improving the planet.

00:00 Introduction to Big Questions

00:20 Early Entrepreneurial Ventures

00:49 Philosophical Insights and Consciousness

01:08 Guest Introduction: Josh Whitten

01:21 Josh's Unique Perspective and Background

04:19 Challenges and Early Life

04:50 Entrepreneurial Journey and Innovations

18:30 From Transit Tech to Food Systems

23:35 The Birth of Make Soil

33:17 Mother's Day Garden Surprise

33:48 The Need for Civilizational Change

34:29 Composting in Small Spaces

35:10 Parental Anxiety and Environmental Action

36:09 The Reality of Composting Gadgets

37:34 MakeSoil: A Global Movement

39:35 Exploring Non-Traditional Philosophy

42:33 The Nature of Consciousness

54:01 AI and Synthetic Awareness

01:05:18 The Future of AI: Dystopian or Utopian?

01:07:27 Final Thoughts and Gratitude