The Switch

The Switch

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The Switch episodes

  • BONUS - GORUCK DC Star Course 50-Miler AAR
    On May 17th-18th 2019, the MojoFilter Team (Chase & Alex) took part in the GORUCK DC Star Course 50-Mile endurance event in Washington, DC. We finished in just over 19 hours (with 20 being the cutoff). This episode is an after-action report in which we give our thoughts on the event, including philosophy, mindset, route, gear, and everything in-between.
    The Switch on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/switch_podcast
    GORUCK Star Course: https://www.goruck.com/star-course/
    mfmrucksdc (Our Instagram from the event): https://www.instagram.com/mfmrucksdc/
    1 hr 1 min
  • Putting Numbers on Things w/ Jacob Falkovich
    In this episode, we speak with Jacob Falkovich, the author of the blog Put A Num On It. We speak with Jacob about how he goes about analyzing problems and using numbers to make decisions. We get his thoughts on various issues, including anti-natalism, dating, and more.
    As always, the episode will be available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts!
    The Switch on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/switch_podcast
    Jacob’s Blog: https://putanumonit.com/
    Jacob on Twitter: https://twitter.com/yashkaf
    1 hr 16 min
  • The Hero's Journey w/ Bob Walter
    Bob Walter is the President and a co-founder at the Joseph Campbell Foundation, an organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, and expanding on the works of Joseph Campbell. In this episode, we talk about Bob’s journey, Joseph Campbell, and Campbell’s works. Specifically, we touch heavily on the mythical schema Campbell laid out in The Hero With a Thousand Faces - The Hero’s Journey - and how it applies to myths, stories, and our lives.
    The Switch on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/switch_podcast
    Joseph Campbell Foundation: https://www.jcf.org/
    1 hr 38 min
  • Stoic Practice w/ Massimo Pigliucci and Greg Lopez
    In this episode, we speak with Massimo Pigliucci and Greg Lopez, co-authors of the new book A Handbook for New Stoics. We’ve covered stoicism before, but in this conversation we explore new territory by talking about stoic foundations and practice, especially in regards to the practical exercises laid out in A Handbook for New Stoics.
    The Switch on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/switch_podcast
    A Handbook for New Stoics: https://www.amazon.com/Handbook-New-Stoics-Week-Week/dp/1615195335
    Effective Altruism (Off-Topic): https://www.effectivealtruism.org/
    International Rescue Committee (Off-Topic): https://www.rescue.org/
    Massimo: https://massimopigliucci.wordpress.com/
    Greg’s Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/New-York-City-Stoics/
    The Stoic Fellowship: https://stoicfellowship.com/
    1 hr 21 min
  • Philosophy w/ JR
    In our Season 2 opener, we talk with Chase’s high school philosophy teacher, James Robert (better known as JR to his students). Our conversation touches JR’s introduction to the study of philosophy and how he started teaching it to his students. We talk extensively about his class, and in particular the “Council of Philosophical Inquiry” or just “Council” for short. The Council became a famous feature of his class and for good reason - as you’ll hear in the episode, it was a way of helping students examine their lives as they hadn’t before, and in a critical time of development for young people. We also touch on meditation and the meaning of life.
    The Switch on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/switch_podcast
    JR’s Ted Talk: https://youtu.be/teVOsxdoPt4
    Hafiz (Off-Topic): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hafez
    Epictetus Article Mentioned: https://www.brainpickings.org/2014/10/10/the-art-of-living-sharon-lebell/
    1 hr 42 min
  • Season 1 Closing
    Episode Notes:
    This is a brief repeat of our Season 1 Closing message from the end of Ep. 25. We will be back May 1, 2019 with the first episode of Season 2. We want to thank everyone who has been a part of our journey so far, and we look forward to bringing you even more interesting and insightful content.
    The Switch on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/switch_podcast
    3 min
  • Systems of Illusion w/ TheraminTrees
    Episode Notes:
    For this episode, our conversation with Link a.k.a. TheraminTrees - a YouTuber who makes videos tackling systems of illusion, manipulation, and abuse, especially in religious communities. We discuss some common manipulation tactics used by abusers, as well as how to deal with them. We also touch on discourse around religion, ideas, and normalization of non-belief.
    The Switch on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/switch_podcast
    TheraminTrees (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/user/TheraminTrees
    1 hr 39 min
  • Flying Safe w/ Scott Manley
    Episode Notes:
    In this episode, we speak with YouTuber, Science Nerd, and DJ Scott Manley. In this conversation, we talk about Scott’s YouTube channel, the connection between science and video games, public perception of space programs, and the role of science in fiction, among other things. We had a great time chatting with Scott, and encourage you to go check out his YouTube channel!
    The Switch on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/switch_podcast
    Scott Manley (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/user/szyzyg
    Scott Manley (Twitter): https://twitter.com/djsnm
    Mentioned in Episode:
    “Facts I Learned At School Which Aren't True Any More” https://youtu.be/1wIZ2sp39Cc
    Kerbal Space Program: https://www.kerbalspaceprogram.com/
    Zachtronics Games: http://www.zachtronics.com/
    The Skies of Pern by Anne McCaffrey: https://www.amazon.com/Skies-Pern-Anne-McCaffrey/dp/0345434692
    Star Citizen: https://robertsspaceindustries.com/
    Jack Your Body: https://youtu.be/ZaHUK5GnDgE
    Devin Townshend: https://www.hevydevy.com/
    1 hr
  • Apology w/ Jon Lindinger
    Episode Notes:
    In this episode, we welcome back our first returning guest, Jon Lindinger, to review Plato’s Apology. In the Apology, Plato recounts the trial of Socrates - his defenses against accusers, his response to being found guilty, and his final words to the court after being sentenced to death. This is a classic work, and has a lot to teach us about how to conduct ourselves virtuously in the face of persecution and death. Jon was a great person to have for this discussion, and we’re glad to be able to share it with you!
    The Switch on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/switch_podcast
    Jon’s Website: https://www.xenotheory.org/
    1 hr 21 min
  • Humanizing the Badge w/ Mike the Cop

    In this episode (our first full video episode!) we speak with Mike the Cop. Mike is a police officer whose has a YouTube channel focused on creating humorous, engaging, and educational content on topics in and around law enforcement. In this conversation, we talk about police-public relations, and specifically an organization Mike is a part of called Humanizing the Badge. We talk about police perception, and how different people come to have different experiences with law enforcement. We also touch a couple of specific policy topics including whether police should carry Narcan and firearms legislation.

    The Switch on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/switch_podcast

    Mike the Cop on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxpOkffUI2MQXWl2XWI6QPA

    Humanizing the Badge: https://www.humanizingthebadge.com/

    1 hr 12 min

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