Occasionally Philosophical – Episode 1: “The Gorilla in the Room” Welcome to the first episode of Occasionally Philosophical, where big questions meet everyday conversations. In this episode, we dive into the book that started it all for us — Ishmael by Daniel Quinn. This powerful novel, featuring a telepathic gorilla and a philosophical journey through the myths of modern civilization, reshaped how we view the world. We explore what drew us to the book, why it’s still relevant today, and how it led to the creation of this podcast. 📚 Topics covered in this episode: Why we started this podcast A summary of Ishmael and its key themes What "Mother Culture" really means A mind-bending reinterpretation of the Adam and Eve story What questions we’re asking — and why they matter 🔍 Featured Quotes from Ishmael: “You’re captives of a civilizational system that more or less compels you to go on destroying the world in order to live.” “There is no one right way to live.” 👀 Next episode: We'll dive deeper into Mother Culture and explore the ways her influence shows up in our daily lives — from schools and media to politics and beyond. 👉 Subscribe for more thoughtful conversations, and leave a comment to let us know your thoughts on Ishmael or your own philosophical questions. Let’s get occasionally philosophical — together.