Life’s Difficult Podcast

How do you go about tackling modern dating? In this episode we start by discussing how we've navigated modern dating before getting derailed by an argument about capitalism and consumerism.  

Why is it so common to see extremism, polarization, and partisanship in modern life? In this episode we discuss the importance of moderation, when it is and isn't appropriate, and much more. 

Having difficulty reading enough? In this episode we discuss what stops people from reading, our reading journeys, our favourite books, the value of reading, and much more. 

How should you be navigating the pitfalls of drinking? In this episode we discuss the utility and limitations of alcohol, the many types of drunks you meet, our recommendations for young people, and more. 

How does one go about understanding foreign policy? In this episode we discuss the confusion around foreign policy, how it's just as complex as other academic fields, and much more. 

How do you avoid being captured by ideologies? In this episode we discuss the dangers of aligning yourself with an ideology, why they are tempting, when they can be useful, and much more.

Do find yourself disagreeing just for the sake of it? In this episode we discuss the value of contrarians, playing devil's advocate vs. contrarianism, and much more. 

Having trouble eating in moderation? So are we! In this episode we discuss our love of food, rituals around eating, fasting, and much more.

Having trouble getting in shape? In this episode we discuss setting realistic fitness goals, the problems with the fitness industry, harmful fitness standards, and more. 

Should you be pursuing happiness? In this episode we discuss the usefulness of happiness as a goal, how to define happiness, happiness via internal vs. external means, and much more.