The Jared Oliphint Show

The Jared Oliphint Show

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  • Studying Philosophy, a Master's in Linguistics, & Performing Comedy for Millions | Myq Kaplan

    Myq “Mike” Kaplan has appeared on the Tonight Show, Conan, Letterman, James Corden, Seth Meyers, Comedy Central, Last Comic Standing, and America’s Got Talent. His special “Rini” is out on YouTube. He also has a half-hour special on Comedy Central, a one-hour standup special on Amazon called “Small, Dork, and Handsome,” and a Dry Bar special called “Live From The Universe,” as well as two podcasts, “The Faucet” and “Broccoli and Ice Cream,” and a book of his jokes illustrated by Ramin Nazer called “Heart Brain Art Train.” His debut album, “Vegan Mind Meld,” was one of iTunes’ top 10 comedy albums of the year, and his last album, “A.K.A.,” debuted at #1 and was called “invigoratingly funny” by the NY Times!

    From www.myqkaplan.com

    Chapters

    00:00 Journey into Philosophy

    10:23 Ethics and Animal Rights

    19:45 Analytic vs. Eastern Philosophy

    34:17 The Intersection of Language and Philosophy

    40:43 The Complexity of Sign Languages

    42:57 The Journey into Linguistics and Grad School

    47:08 The Intersection of Logic and Linguistics

    50:38 Understanding Natural vs. Artificial Languages

    55:19 The Role of Performance in Comedy

    01:00:13 Learning and Communication in Relationships

    01:05:04 The Influence of Comedy on Language Understanding

    01:16:52 Transitioning from Academia to Comedy

    01:22:32 The Journey to Headlining Comedy

    01:23:54 Television Breakthroughs and Early Success

    01:26:29 The Impact of Last Comic Standing

    01:28:12 The Role of Podcasts in Comedy Careers

    01:31:40 The Significance of Comedy Central Specials

    01:38:37 The Evolution of Comedy Platforms

    01:41:51 Mindset Before Late Night Performances

    01:47:31 The Nature of Competition in Entertainment

    01:50:13 Reflections on America's Got Talent

    01:55:33 Gratitude for Life's Journey and Relationships

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    Myq Kaplan, philosophy, linguistics, ethics, meditation, Eastern philosophy, Western philosophy, comedy, language, mindfulness Myq Kaplan, comedy, linguistics, stand-up, personal growth, podcast, TV, success, authenticity, community

    2 hr 4 min
  • MIT Philosopher Dr. Bradford Skow on Time, Beauty, and Academic Freedom

    From bradfordskow.com:Dr. Bradford Skow is a poet and a Professor of Philosophy at MIT, Co-organizer of the MIT Civil Discourse Project, and Distinguished College of Computing Fellow at MIT. He writes Mostly Aesthetics, a newsletter of and about poetry, philosophy, and the arts.Mostly Aesthetics: https://mostly.substack.com/Dr. Skow's academic website: https://web.mit.edu/bskow/www/Chapters00:00 The MIT Civil Discourse Project05:16 Freedom of Speech and Academic Freedom at MIT11:02 Exploring Aesthetics and Personal Interests17:08 Understanding Beauty and Aesthetic Value23:17 Metaphysics of Aesthetics and Music31:45 The Distinction of Listening: Inside vs. Outside37:52 Philosophy of Time: Block Universe Theory Explained44:06 Change and Motion: The Nature of Time49:08 Philosophical Shifts: Embracing Intuition and Experience57:41 Family and Ethics: The Importance of Family Life01:04:39 Running and Philosophy: The Discipline of Endurance✍🏻 Get my FREE paper-writing guide: https://jaredoliphint.kit.com/freepapertemplate📲 CONNECT on:X: https://x.com/jaredoliphintInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaredoliphintLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/jaredoliphintThreads: https://www.threads.net/@jaredoliphintDr. Jared Oliphint received his PhD in philosophy, and teaches philosophy at the college level. His published work has focused on metaphysics, philosophy of language, conceptual engineering, social ontology, and metaethics.Create your own newsletter using my affiliate link with Kit here: https://partners.kit.com/ichm6j4wln2bKeywordsfree speech, MIT, aesthetics, philosophy of time, metaphysics, beauty, civil discourse, philosophy of art, science and morality, philosophical education

    1 hr 10 min
  • Songwriter Luke Laird on Winning a Grammy, the Changing Music Industry, & Earning a Master's Degree

    Luke Laird has over 25 Billboard #1 hits, a multiple Grammy-award winner, and one of the most successful country music songwriters of all time. He is the co-founder of the publishing and management company Creative Nation, with his wife Beth. He was named ACM Songwriter of the Year (2015) and BMI Songwriter of the Year (2012). He has written for Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Lana Del Rey, Megan Moroney, Morgan Wallen, Kacey Musgraves, Little Big Town, George Straight, Kenny Chesney, Tim McGraw, Blake Shelton, Eric Church, Jason Aldean, Thomas Rhett, Sam Hunt, and many more.

    Luke's Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukerobert

    Creative Nation: https://www.creativenationmusic.com/about

    Chapters

    00:00 The Journey of a Songwriter

    02:17 Collaborative Songwriting Dynamics

    05:14 Navigating the Music Industry

    08:11 The Evolution of Music Technology

    11:03 The Impact of Streaming on Songwriting

    13:59 The Role of Social Media in Music

    17:02 Financial Realities of Songwriting

    19:57 Nostalgia for Music's Past

    22:54 The Influence of Hip Hop on Country Music

    29:50 The Emotional Connection to Music

    32:32 Experiencing Grammy Nominations

    35:44 Collaborations with Notable Artists

    41:58 The Journey of Songwriting

    48:05 Working with Emerging Artists

    01:00:14 Pursuing a Master's Degree in Theology

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    Keywords

    songwriting, music industry, collaboration, industry evolution, creative process, Nashville, country music, Lana Del Rey, Carrie Underwood, faith and music

    1 hr 11 min
  • UNC Professor Mark McNeilly - Why This Business Professor Bans Laptops in Class

    Mark McNeilly teaches in the areas of marketing and organizational behavior in the MBA and Undergraduate Business programs, and serves as the co-chair of the UNC Generative AI Committee. Professor McNeilly served as a global marketing executive and has several years of experience with both IBM and Lenovo in the IT industry. His business background includes branding, strategy, marketing, market intelligence, management, manufacturing and personnel. He is the author of a popular strategy book based on Sun Tzu’s “Art of War” titled “Sun Tzu and the Art of Business: Six Strategic Principles for Managers” as well as “George Washington and the Art of Business: Leadership Principles of America’s First Commander-in-Chief,” both from Oxford University Press. Professor McNeilly received his MBA with honors from the University of Minnesota and his BS in finance from the University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse.


    Mark McNeilly's Substack: https://markmcneilly.substack.com

    Chapters

    00:00 Teaching Philosophy and Classroom Dynamics

    02:45 Fundamentals of Marketing and Branding

    05:41 Personal Branding in the Digital Age

    08:52 AI's Impact on Marketing and Job Applications

    11:50 Utilizing Social Media for Branding

    14:49 Course Overview and Teaching Style

    17:52 Sales Strategies and Value Proposition

    21:03 Transitioning from Business to Academia

    23:40 Differences in Teaching Undergraduates vs. MBAs

    27:04 Diverse Student Backgrounds in MBA Programs

    29:53 Teaching Military Professionals

    32:51 Marketing Philosophy to a Broader Audience

    39:22 The Pursuit of Truth and Reality

    46:23 AI's Role in Education

    58:17 Ethics in AI and Business

    01:06:01 Navigating AI in the Classroom

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    Keywords

    Marketing, Branding, AI in Education, Teaching Strategies, Ethical AI, Personal Branding, Digital Technology, Higher Education, Innovation, Philosophy and AI

    1 hr 12 min
  • Jeremy Alder - How a Homeschooled, Philosophy-Majoring Preacher Got Into Comedy

    Jeremy Alder headlines comedy clubs and bars around the country and has opened for several nationally touring acts, including Demitri Martin, Russell Howard, Tom Papa, Aparna Nancherla, Nicole Byer, and Chad Daniels. He received his B.A. in philosophy from the University of Texas at Austin, and his master's from Duke Divinity School. Find out more and see his tour dates at https://www.jeremyalder.com and connect with him on Instagram ⁨@jeremyalder⁩ .

    Jeremy Alder's full Dry Bar comedy special: https://youtu.be/i9OmDo5Weoc?si=a9jaKKmBKnqjWWaW

    Jeremy Alder's Nateland Presents comedy special: https://youtu.be/7ujENbAem7c?si=5mQhh6b_Au8As8VV

    Chapters

    00:00 The Unique Journey into Comedy

    02:54 Philosophical Foundations and Early Influences

    05:49 Transitioning from Science to Philosophy

    08:37 Exploring Faith and Doubt

    11:30 The Role of Mentorship in Philosophy

    14:38 The Shift from Academia to Activism

    17:29 Living Out Philosophy and Theology in Community

    36:18 The Impact of Analytic Philosophy

    37:42 Journey Through Theology and Academia

    42:12 Philosophical Questions from Childhood

    46:29 Developing Public Speaking Skills

    53:20 The Transition to Stand-Up Comedy

    58:12 Navigating a Comedy Career

    01:00:05 Highlights of a Comedy Journey

    01:02:54 The Role of Social Media in Comedy

    01:08:21 Building a Community Around Meaningful Conversations

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    Keywords

    Jeremy Alder, philosophy, comedy, faith, seminary, homeschooling, stand-up, religion, education, social media

    1 hr 15 min
  • David Bahnsen: Why 99% of Wealth Managers Don’t Understand Economics

    From www.thebahnsengroup.com: David Bahnsen oversees the management of over $9 billion in client assets. He is consistently named one of the top financial advisors in America by Barron’s, Forbes, and the Financial Times. He is a frequent guest on CNBC, Bloomberg, Fox News, and Fox Business, and is a regular contributor to National Review. He hosts the popular weekly podcast, Capital Record, dedicated to a defense of free enterprise and capital markets, and writes a weekly macro commentary at dividendcafe.com. He is the author of several best-selling books including Crisis of Responsibility: Our Cultural Addiction to Blame and How You Can Cure It (2018), The Case for Dividend Growth: Investing in a Post-Crisis World (2019), and There’s No Free Lunch: 250 Economic Truths (2021). His newest book, Full-Time: Work and the Meaning of Life, was released in February 2024.

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    https://www.dividendcafe.com

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    Keywords

    Economics, Wealth Management, Financial Advice, Morality, Christian Economics, Philosophy of Money, Financial Literacy, Personal Finance, Giving, Biblical Principles

    48 min
  • Gary Gulman Wants YOU to Like Philosophy, Too

    Gary Gulman (https://garygulman.com) is one of the most well-known, talented, smart comedians working today. His massive HBO special "The Great Depresh" cemented his place in the top tier of comics. It was followed by his HBO special “Born On 3rd Base”, and preceded by specials like "Boyish Man" and "In This Economy". His acting roles include a series regular on Amy Schumer's "Life & Beth", and his role as a comedian in the movie "Joker". He is now touring with material from his hit memoir, "Misfit: Growing Up Awkward in the '80s”.

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    audience dynamics, comedy, language, philosophy, ethics, unique voice, humor, existentialism, storytelling, performance, philosophy, capitalism, literature, personal growth, storytelling, meaning of life, humanism, identity

    #comedy #language #philosophy #ethics #humor #existentialism #storytelling #performance #philosophy #capitalism #literature #personalgrowth #storytelling #meaningoflife #humanism #identity #depression

    1 hr 43 min
  • Inside Nick McIlwain's Career With the Wildly Successful Preston and Steve Show and WMMR

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    Nick McIlwain worked in radio for 26 years, and was an on-air personality on one of the most successful rock stations, WMMR, and morning shows, Preston & Steve, of all time. In 2021, the Preston and Steve Show was inducted into the National Radio Hall of Fame in the "Spoken Word On-Air Personality" category. Preston and Steve received the prestigious Major Market Personality of the Year award at the 2025 NAB Marconi Radio Awards while WMMR also swept top honors, winning "Legendary Station of the Year" and "Major Market Station of the Year" in the same ceremony.

    Dr. Jared Oliphint received his PhD in philosophy, and teaches philosophy at the college level. His published work has focused on metaphysics, philosophy of language, conceptual engineering, social ontology, and metaethics.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Background

    06:15 The Impact of Pierre Robert

    18:58 Evolution of Morning Radio

    27:16 Guest Interactions and Interview Techniques

    27:45 Behind the Scenes of Radio

    34:41 The Role of Listener Engagement

    40:38 Navigating Criticism and Listener Perception

    47:50 Community Impact: Camp Out for Hunger

    01:01:41 Star-Studded Guests and Memorable Interviews

    01:05:28 Building Relationships with Guests

    01:10:55 Memorable Interviews and Lessons Learned

    01:18:10 Honors and Achievements in Broadcasting

    01:24:02 Reflections on Change and Transition

    01:34:09 Exploring New Opportunities and Adventures

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    WMMR, Preston and Steve, Nick McIlwain, radio history, morning radio, community events, Camp Out for Hunger, Marconi Awards, radio hall of fame, celebrity guests

    1 hr 44 min
  • How This Black Hawk Helicopter Pilot Taught Philosophy at West Point

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    Major Jon Thompson is a Black Hawk helicopter pilot who received his Master's degree in Philosophy from Texas A&M in 2021. From 2021, he taught at The United States Military Academy, commonly known as West Point. He has 19 years in Army service and 15 years as an Army Aviator flying Blackhawk helicopters. He is currently a squadron executive officer (XO), second in command, overseeing the staff and day-to-day administration and logistics for a ~450 Soldier Aviation organization.

    Dr. Jared Oliphint received his PhD in philosophy, and teaches philosophy at the college level. His published work has focused on metaphysics, philosophy of language, conceptual engineering, social ontology, and metaethics.

    Chapters

    00:00 The Journey to Becoming a Blackhawk Pilot

    05:45 Training and Skills Required for Flight School

    08:40 The Role of Blackhawk Helicopters in Missions

    09:49 Transitioning from Military to Philosophy

    14:11 The Intersection of Philosophy and Military Leadership

    19:22 Researching Ethics and Autonomy in Warfare

    31:24 Teaching Philosophy at West Point

    42:54 Navigating Complex Conversations in Education

    49:37 Philosophy's Role at West Point

    54:08 Transitioning from Teaching to Operational Roles

    57:09 Critical Decision-Making in Combat

    01:03:10 Reflections on Military Experience and Philosophy

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    Blackhawk helicopters, military training, philosophy, West Point, critical thinking, decision making, ethics, autonomy, combat experience, aviation

    1 hr 8 min
  • Dr. Cory Clark - The Feminization of Academia

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    Dr. Cory Clark is the Executive Director of the Adversarial Collaboration Project at University of Pennsylvania and an Associate Professor of Psychology at New College of Florida. You can find many of her academic publications, her interviews, and more about her interests at her website, https://www.coryjclark.com

    Dr. Jared Oliphint received his PhD in philosophy, and teaches philosophy at the college level. His published work has focused on metaphysics, philosophy of language, conceptual engineering, social ontology, and metaethics.

    Cory Clark on Modern Wisdom: https://youtu.be/GKJ5wqKjous?si=OZ0MYw5aX_OpRz5r

    Chapters

    00:00 The Shift in Academia: From Patriarchy to Matriarchy

    00:07 Gender Dynamics in Higher Education

    03:06 Women in STEM: Interests and Representation

    06:19 Philosophy: An Outlier in Gender Representation

    08:57 The Role of Mentorship in STEM Fields

    12:06 Exploring the Appeal of Philosophy

    15:12 The Argumentative Nature of Philosophy

    18:14 Psychiatry vs. Counseling: Gender Differences

    21:13 Women in Higher Education Administration

    23:52 Preventing Harms in Academia

    27:51 Gender Dynamics and Societal Perceptions

    32:36 Men's Retreat in Academia and Job Markets

    35:54 The Future of Men's Roles in Society

    47:11 Navigating Sex Differences in Research and Society

    58:46 The Feminine Strategy of Social Ostracism

    59:40 Gender Dynamics in Institutional Responses

    01:01:26 The Psychology of Victimhood

    01:03:45 The Dark Side of Victim Signaling

    01:05:33 Future Research Directions

    01:07:01 Navigating Academic Freedom

    01:08:50 The Role of Social Media in Perception

    01:11:12 Ethics and Morality in Research

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    Keywords

    Academia, Feminization, Gender, Women in STEM, Philosophy, Victimhood, Social Justice, Gender Differences, Digital Landscape, Psychology, Research

    1 hr 13 min

About The Jared Oliphint Show

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Welcome to the podcast, hosted by Dr. Jared Oliphint. I talk to all kinds of people about meaningful things.