Chasing Leviathan

How Our Stuff Makes Us: Tools, Art, Religion, and Evolution with Dr. Chip Colwell


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In this episode of Chasing Leviathan, PJ and Dr. Chip Colwell discuss the origin of things, exploring how humans went from having nothing to having everything over the course of four million years. Dr. Colwell emphasizes the interplay between biology and culture, highlighting how our ancestors' use of tools led to physiological changes and the emergence of art and religion. He also explores the meaning of things in our current moment when replaceability of objects has diminished their significance.

For a deep dive into Chip Colwell's work, check out his book: So Much Stuff: How Humans Discovered Tools, Invented Meaning, and Made More of Everything 👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/022680142X

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Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. 

These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. 

Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

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