In this episode, I have a conversation with my BJJ coach, Bill Bradley from Alive MMA, and his friend Dana. We discuss Bill's life in martial arts and how his time teaching has influenced his personal philosophy.

• Alive MMA
• Good Garbage

In this episode I discuss how the philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche might shed light on race issues in America by referencing his book "On the Geneology of Morality". 

Timeframes:

• 7:10 - Discussion on Nietzsche and racial politics in America begins. 

References

• https://time.com/5849163/why-describing-george-floyd-protests-as-riots-is-loaded/
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99WrG4j8GFQ

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In this episode my guest Jeremy Barlow and I discuss the nature of art and aesthetics. 

Thank you again Jeremy for the amazing discussion.

Timeframes:

• 5:13 - Discussion with Jeremy begins. 
• 2:00:22 - Outro and comments on the discussion 

Jeremy Barlow contact info

• http://www.jeremybarlow.com/

Reference 

• Quartz - Can you guess which of these paintings was not made by a human?

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In this episode I complete my discussion with my guest Jeren Robinson about the economic and social ramifications of the current coronavirus crisis. We discuss topics including: 

• When to invest to maximize the dip from the virus.
• The federal stimulus package.
• UBI (Universal Basic Income)
• The possible political implications of the pandemic.
• How we value the life and death of members of our society in relation to this illness and the political ramifications of that ethical system.
• How long social distancing will continue.
• How the deaths of victims of the virus may impact the future of healthcare in America.

Thank you again to Jeren for the thoughtful discussion.

Timeframes:

• 1:25 - Brew review/best beer(s) of the week
• 4:45 - Movie recommendations. 
• 8:18 - Comments on politics and coronavirus.
• 14:24 - Discussion with Jeren begins.
• 1:13:30 - Outro 

Jeren Robinson contact info

• Phone: 406 750 7733
• [email protected]

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In this episode I talk with my guest Jeren Robinson about the economic and social ramifications of the current coronavirus crisis.

Thank you again to Jeren for the thoughtful discussion.

If you like this discussion please listen part 2 coming soon.

Timeframes:

• 1:00 - beer in the time of Coronapocalypse
• 2:24 - comments on politics/economics
• 9:58 - intro to Jeren Robinson
• 12:21 - discussion with Jeren begins
• 1:15:26 - outro 

Jeren Robinson contact info

• Phone: 406 750 7733
• [email protected]

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In this episode I talk with my guest Jack Austin about his father Don's decision to utilize the Oregon death with dignity law. We talk about Dr. Don's story, it's impact on their family and Jack himself, and then we finish by discussing some philosophical questions and implications regarding death with dignity laws.

Thank you again to Jack, the entire Austin family, and Don, for being an amazing, courageous person.

National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

Timeframes:

• :45 - Comments on the previous The Problems with Microaggressions episode. 
• 7:48 - Listener shout-outs.
• 11:29 - Best beer of the week and Leikam Brewing. 
• 14:00 - Intro to Jack Austin
• 16:00 - Discussion with Jack begins and brew review. 
• 20:07 - Discussion of Death with Dignity begins. 

References/Links

• The Hill - Pete Buttigieg campaign surveyed staffers of color about microaggressions in the workplace
• Politico - Pelosi cites 'element of misogyny' after Warren drops out
• The Washington Post - "THE. Nina. Turner." Bernie Sanders’s most visible and passionate surrogate is helping him connect with black voters
• 1994 Oregon Ballot Measure 16
• Oregon Death with Dignity Act: Annual Reports
• America's Health Rankings Annual Report on Suicide
• Oregon Death with Dignity Act 2018 Data Summary
• Oregon SCR28 In memoriam: Dr. Donald F. Austin.

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What are some concerning issues with the concept of microaggressions? In this episode I will look at microaggressions from a critical philosophical and scientific standpoint, after the weekly brew review of course. 

• 3:15 discussion about microaggressions begins

References:

• University of Minnesota School of Public Health “Examples of Racial Microaggressions”
• Racial Microaggressions: Comments That Sting | The New York Times

Please reach out to me with questions or comments: 
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My guest and friend, Psychologist Matthew Coopersmith, and I discuss the second half of Joker in the final part of this 2 part episode. Then we discuss our thoughts on the Academy Awards best picture nominees for 2020.

• 42:44 - start of the discussion on the main themes of Joker.
• 1:17:35 - discussion of Oscar best pic nominees

Thanks again Matt for being a great guest and friend. 

Thank you everyone for your support!

My guest and friend, Psychologist Matthew Coopersmith, and I discuss the first half of Joker in the first part of this 2 part episode. First, however, we begin with brew reviews and a brief discussion of beer in our respective areas. 

21:32 - Joker discussion begins

Please check out the second half of the discussion in the next episode. Thank you for your support!

Welcome to the Meaning of the Minds Podcast! The podcast for armchair psychologers and philosophists. 

In this introduction episode I introduce myself and what this podcast will look like. 

My goal is to have meaningful conversations, inspire meaningful conversations with others, and to learn something in the process.

I will focus on psychology, philosophy, and current events with a focus on eternal questions in a hopefully easily accessible format. 

I also love beer and will be doing brew reviews with each episode. 

Feel free to contact me with thoughts: [email protected]
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