Truth Island

Alexander and I try and create a podcast for the ages on the importance of being remembered for all the right reasons.

Topics:

There has never been so many opportunities for the common person to leave behind a footprint.

People tend to remember accomplishment not pleasure.

Legacy tends to favor those who uplifted the human condition.

The pros and cons of family dynasties.

The problems with 'wealth' legacies.

History smiles favorably upon those pushing the needle forward.

A terrible means will NOT be forgiven by a glorious outcome.

Changing the focus on who we worship in the here and now.

Kenny and I, respectfully discuss the importance of having respect for not only oneself but for others as well.

Topics:

Basic fundamental human respect.

No one life is more valuable than another...period.

Be careful with how you treat people as things always change.

Respect in the workplace is a bit different.

We can't help but respect those who work hard from those who don't.

How respect is achieved does matter.

What happens if a title or rank is achieved through unfair means?

At times we must bend the knee to the one writing the checks.

Having enough respect for yourself to walk away.

Kenny and I discuss the dangers of developing too much pride and differentiating between basic self-respect and hubris.

Topics:

Hubris...the dangers of believing one is above the collective.

Solipsism...quite possibly the most dangerous philosophy ever invented.

Pride prevents us from embracing new ideas and improving.

Focusing on yourself does not mean you are prideful, but rather you are acting from a place of humility.

When to start helping someone else.

If the cameras are rolling, you are being prideful my friend.

The overlap between respect and pride.

Speaking your truth but not going extra.

True pride tempers arrogance.

This episode is the eighth part of a larger series in which I am joined by Roman Empire expert Brett Davidoff, as we discuss some of the parallels of ancient Rome to the United States and other historical instances of democratic decay. In this episode we discuss the prosperous rule of the emperor Vespasian. 

This episode is the seventh part of a larger series in which I am joined by Roman Empire expert Brett Davidoff, as we discuss some of the parallels of ancient Rome to the United States and other historical instances of democratic decay. In this episode we discuss the sick rule of the emperor Nero.

Patrick and I discuss some of the difficult questions that one must ask themselves before deciding to become a parent.

Topics:

Biological imperative to multiply?

A child will not change your core personality predispositions.

Take your 20s as an opportunity to know thy self.

More personality tests to help people discover if parenthood is right for them.

America's corrosion of the middleclass makes it difficult to raise children straight out of high school.

People need to know their options before they can make an informed decision.

The dark...dark...dark...secrets of every educator.

Our 'shyness' regarding conversations about sex.

If we are truly serious about ending poverty...we need to invest more in serious sex ed talks.

Removing the stigma from older women who don't wish to have kids.

Mastering loneliness might also be the key to our salvation.

Alexander and I discuss, how selective bouts of abstinence can improve mental acuity and help men achieve short-term goals.

Topics:

Navigating a long history...

Why no scientific interest?

Is it possible to achieve anything great when you're too busy chasing tail all day?

It's not a lack of brain cells but rather a lack of fire.

Energy always finds a way to be channeled into something.

Abstinence...UFC style

We unfortunately have limited space on our mental hard drives.

The dangers of being too visual a society.

Please...no more things to distract us guys.

Sam and I patiently discuss how to be both productive and patient at the same exact time.

Topics:

2020...The year of the philosopher.

Everything we needed was right in front of us all along.

How hard times can teach us to be grateful.

Serenity in what can't be changed, action for the things that can be.

There is a reason why we can't see at night.

The importance of journaling.

Even when faced with a brick wall...there are always moves to be played.

Kenny and I attempt to make one excellent podcast, figuring out if we should be aiming for excellence in everything we do.

Topics:

Figuring out the line between excellence and perfection.

Ultra detail people tend not to get very far in this world.

The perfect sentence?

Books that teach us how to read books...what has this world come to?

Joy and excellence tend to go hand-in-hand.

School teaches us how to be sloppy in how we learn.

Good things take a long time.

Death to multitasking!

New Star Wars is a prime example of not striving for excellence.

Let us not abandon figures who were less than perfect, cause we all are.

Excellence doesn't happen right away, but having an excellent mindset can get you there.

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Claire and I try to figure out when exactly something is a laughing matter.

Topics:

Humor has the power to bring to life the mundane but also to desensitize us.

Humor is great cure for the unchangeable...but not the changeable.

Comedy is constantly being reinvented.

Do jokes have an expiration date?

Your sense of humor may not be transferrable once you board a plane.

Humor as a means of not taking yourself too seriously.

The responsibility of gauging the room when telling a joke.