Best Noelle Anderson Podcasts (2024)

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Predictive Brain with Andy Clark 55:53

1h ago55:53

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Phantom phone buzzes? Painless mosquito bites? Toy masks flipped inside-out? It might be your brain bringing order to its complex world. In episode 109 of Overthink, Ellie and David interview cognitive philosopher Andy Clark, whose cutting edge work on perception builds off theories of computation to offer an intriguing new model of mind and experi…

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Success 58:27

14d ago58:27

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Cooked, slayed, delivered, ate. In episode 108 of Overthink, Ellie and David break down what it means to succeed, and why this sneaky word pervades our society today - in everything from the ambitions of classic American stage figures, to the refined effortlessness in Zhuangzi’s tales, to the corporate world of buzzwords. Your hosts discuss party p…

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Organisms 48:03

28d ago48:03

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In episode 107 of Overthink, David and Ellie take up a philosophical perspective on biology’s squirmiest concept: the organism. From Kant’s distinction between organisms and mechanisms, to Deleuze and Guattari’s infamous call for ‘bodies without organs,’ they uncover and question the ontological and metaphorical baggage behind the concept. Their ex…

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Fun 58:20

1M ago58:20

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Even philosophers need downtime. In episode 106 of Overthink, Ellie and David take a break and chase down fun’s place in today’s world — from its aesthetic opposition to the highbrow realm of beauty, to its peculiar absence from philosophical discourse. What role does fun play in the good life? How does fun relate to art, play, and ritual? Can you …

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Civil Disobedience with Noëlle McAfee 53:34

2M ago53:34

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Do political subjects have a default obligation to obey the law? In episode 105 of Overthink, Ellie and David discuss civil disobedience in the present context of university activism for divestment from genocide in Gaza. They chart the genealogy of the concept of disobedience in political theory, from Thoreau and MLK through to today. Together with…

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Reading 59:25

2M ago59:25

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This is one for the books. In episode 104 of Overthink, Ellie and David consider what makes reading so rewarding, and, for many people today, so challenging! How did society shift toward inward silent reading and away from reading aloud in the Middle Ages? How have changes in teaching phonics and factors of classism, accessibility, and educational …

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Laziness 58:42

3M ago58:42

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We’re taking it easy! In episode 103 of Overthink, Ellie and David take a leisurely dive into laziness, discussing everything from couchrotting to the biology of energy conservation. They explore Devon Price’s idea of the ‘laziness lie’ in today’s hyperproductive society and search for alternatives to work through Paul Lefargue’s 19th century campa…

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Mixed-Race Identity 59:49

3M ago59:49

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In episode 102 of Overthink, Ellie and David discuss diverse ideas of racial mixedness, from family-oriented models of mixed race to José Vasconcelos’ and Gloria Anzaldua’s idea of the ‘mestizo’ heritage of Mexican people. They work through phenomenological accounts of cultural hybridity and selfhood, wondering how being multiracial pushes beyond t…

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AI Safety with Shazeda Ahmed 57:06

4M ago57:06

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Welcome your robot overlords! In episode 101 of Overthink, Ellie and David speak with Dr. Shazeda Ahmed, specialist in AI Safety, to dive into the philosophy guiding artificial intelligence. With the rise of LLMs like ChatGPT, the lofty utilitarian principles of Effective Altruism have taken the tech-world spotlight by storm. Many who work on AI sa…

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Ep 047: The FUN Habit in Parenting and in Life with Dr. Mike Rucker 1:12:47

4M ago1:12:47

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Dr. Mike Rucker is an organizational psychologist, behavioral scientist, and charter member of the International Positive Psychology Association. He has been academically published in publications like the International Journal of Workplace Health Management. His ideas about fun and health have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Washington P…

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Overthinking 59:45

4M ago59:45

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Overthink goes meta! In the 100th episode Ellie and David reflect on the podcast’s journey and the origins of its (flawless!) title. They take up the question, “What is overthinking?” Is it a kind of fixation on details or an unwanted split in the normal flow of ideas? Then, they turn to psychology to make sense of overthinking’s highs and lows, as…

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Ep 046: Mindset and Growth Through Parenting as a Single Father with Rob Rohde 1:05:58

4M ago1:05:58

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As the host of The Business of Being Dad podcast, Rob is on a mission to empower growth-minded single fathers to lead extraordinary lives. Having walked through the fire of single fatherhood himself, Rob intimately understands the struggles and joys of raising children on your own. It's from this deeply personal place that he developed a framework …

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Ep 045: A Tribute to Papa Rick with His Three Kids, Josh, Jennie and Nathan 1:47:39

4M ago1:47:39

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Papa Rick passed away unexpectedly on Feb 1st, 2024. This episode is our tribute to him. We could fill many hours talking about the impact that our dad had on our lives, but we managed to edit it into a 90 minute episode so we could share it with the world and with the parenting realm that meant so much to him. We are so grateful to have had our da…

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Zombies 59:47

5M ago59:47

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Who’s afraid of zombification? Apparently not analytic philosophers. In episode 99 of Overthink, Ellie and David talk all about zombies and their unfortunate legacy in the thought experiments of academic philosophy. Their portrait as brain-eating and consciousness-lacking mobs is a far cry from their origins in the syncretic sorcery at the margins …

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Ep 044: Papa Rick has Passed Away, and some announcements 3:13

5M ago3:13

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Hi Friends, I’m on here today, unfortunately, to inform you of Papa Rick’s passing. Today is Feb 29th – leap day – 2024. Papa Rick passed away on Feb 1st, just after midnight from a massive heart attack. He was at home with his partner, Judy, and neither she nor paramedics could successfully resuscitate him. Over the past 4 weeks, my two brothers a…

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Reputation 59:58

5M ago59:58

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They say this one is the real deal. In Episode 98 of Overthink, Ellie and David untangle the philosophy behind the way we compare, judge, and defend our reputations. From Machiavelli’s advice to despots looking to stay popular, to disgruntled students venting on their professors online, reputation can glide you to victory or trigger your fall from …

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Cities 1:02:52

6M ago1:02:52

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The village is aglow! In episode 97 of Overthink, Ellie and David guide you through the ideas that make a metropolis tick. From Plato’s spotless Republic to Saudi Arabia’s futuristic The Line, they talk the foul and the vibrant of what it means to live in a city. Why are there so few public plazas in Brasilia? Why did David lose his wallet in Mexic…

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Ep 043: Creating an Intentional, Peaceful Home with Mama Systems and Laura Hernandez 1:06:24

5M ago1:06:24

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Laura is a wife and mama to 10 amazing people. She is the founder of Mama Systems, a coaching business that helps mamas bring peace to their homes through systems so they can be intentional with their people and show up as the best mama possible. Laura Hernandez from Mama Systems shares her journey of creating systems to manage her large family and…

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Fatphobia with Kate Manne 59:38

6M ago59:38

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“They find our bodies repulsive.” On episode 96 of Overthink, Ellie and David bring on Dr. Kate Manne, philosopher and author of Unshrinking: How to Face Fatphobia. She explains the moral failures and biomedical perils of our fatphobic culture and its misleading imperative to diet. This look at the politics of fat, fatness, and fatphobia in the phi…

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Ep 042: Communication, Resilience and Keepin' It Real in Parenting with Dr. Maiysha Clairborne 1:17:41

6M ago1:17:41

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Dr. Maiysha Clairborne is an integrative family physician, Master Practitioner of NLP & Hypnosis, and founder of the Mind Re-Mapping Academy: School of NLP, Hypnosis, & Time Line Therapy®. A healer at heart with over 20 years experience, she is passionate about transforming the lives of the people she coaches and trains by teaching them how to comm…

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Ep 041: Parenting Through the Father Wound and Fathers' Empowerment with Coach Steve Anderson 1:17:38

6M ago1:17:38

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Steve Anderson is married and has two sons. He is the former Director of the nonprofit Boys to Men Mentoring Network of Minnesota, where he led national and international transformational weekends for boys. He has over ten years of experience working with men and boys, developing the emotional awareness and skills they need to reach their full pote…

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Biohacking 59:19

7M ago59:19

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Night vision. Superhuman strength. And… kale salad? In episode 95 of Overthink, Ellie and David explore the weird world of biohackers, who leverage science and technology to optimize their bodies. The movement raises rich philosophical questions, from the blurry ethics of self-experimentation, to the consequences of extreme Cartesian dualism, to th…

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Ep 040: Parents with Teenagers and Blended Families - From Troubled to Triumphant with Claudette Osborne 1:13:11

6M ago1:13:11

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In this episode, we are joined by Claudette Osborne, who works with horses, youth and families. We discuss the power of horses as mirrors for our own fears and ego, and how horses can teach us about leadership and trust. We also explore the importance of breaking old parenting patterns and focusing on building trust and communication with children.…

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Debt 53:48

7M ago53:48

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You owe this one a listen. In episode 94 of Overthink, Ellie and David discuss everything debt, from student loans and bank bailouts to the importance of honoring one’s intellectual forebears. Did Shakespeare’s Antonio really pay Shylock with “a pound of flesh”? Why does Nietzsche say that the Christian God is a creditor of infinite debt? Who reall…

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Pity 58:40

7M ago58:40

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Tell us who you pity and we’ll tell you who you are! In episode 93 of Overthink, Ellie and David guide you through the philosophy behind this “well-meaning” emotion. From Aristotle’s account of pity in theater, to problematic portrayals of disability in British charity telethons, pity has had an outsized role our social and cultural worlds. But who…

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Ep 039: How Feng Shui Creates Happier Homes and Families with Patricia Lohan 1:15:57

7M ago1:15:57

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The conversation explores the importance of creating Zen spaces, particularly in bedrooms, and the impact it has on one's well-being. It emphasizes the need to separate play and sleep areas for children and avoid excessive storage containers. The discussion also touches on the significance of letting go of unnecessary books and teaching children to…

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Non-Monogamous Love with Justin L. Clardy 59:39

8M ago59:39

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Let a thousand flowers bloom! In episode 92 of Overthink, Ellie and David have a panoramic conversation on love beyond monogamy with philosophy professor, podcaster, and author of Why It's OK To Not be Monogamous, Justin L. Clardy. They envision relations of love and special attachment that aren't bound to the notion of sacrifice. They also turn to…

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Mommy Issues 58:25

8M ago58:25

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Is mom still doing your laundry!? In episode 91 of Overthink, Ellie and David explore the twisty world of mommy issues, from the OG mother Mary to today’s seducing MILFs. They look into psychonalytic theories of the mom-child bond, paying close attention to ways these theories have been challenged and expanded in the 20th century. They also discuss…

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Ep 038: Rewiring Your Parent Brain and Overcoming Generational Patterns with Alex Smith 1:24:39

8M ago1:24:39

1:24:39

Alex Smith is in the rewiring business. No, he's not an electrician, but he's rewiring how people think and have conversations around money and parenting. On the money side, Alex works with doctors, nurses, and entrepreneurs to help them increase and control their monthly cash flow without having to work more hours and without keeping their money i…

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Ep 037: Inner Child Work and Reparenting the Self with Jana Wilson 59:32

9M ago59:32

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Jana Wilson is an emotional healing educator, meditation teacher, retreat leader, hypnotherapist, HeartMath Facilitator, and founder of the Emotional Healing System. For the past two decades she has taught thousands internationally in group and private retreats. Jana trained with best selling author and physician, Deepak Chopra MD and NY Times best…

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Daddy Issues 58:01

9M ago58:01

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Who’s your daddy? Episode 90 is all about daddy issues. Ellie and David investigate father-child relations and the sexual, emotional, and familial worlds they create. From summer zaddies and sexy dad bods to hero feminist dads, your hosts travel from psychoanalysis all the way to theology to explore the expansive world of father figures. Do we all,…

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