Best Tail Of The Dragon Podcasts (2024)

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The Sacrament of Admiration 33:00

37m ago33:00

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To support this show and read my lastest philosophical essay "#falseflag or #deepstate" - please visit https://patreon.com/kindmind Admiration is a profound human psychological state and like a prism, refracts light into a spectrum of experiences. Within this metaphorical range, there is the capacity for awe and spiritual transformation - the color…

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Honesty is the Absence of Deception 1:08:57

3d ago1:08:57

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Your support of this show as part of the community on patreon is greatly appreciated https://patreon.com/kindmind Honesty, a cornerstone of ethical behavior, faces complex challenges in the modern world. Technological advancements have fundamentally altered the landscape of human interactions, introducing anonymity and ease of information manipulat…

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Style is the Answer to Everything 24:20

1M ago24:20

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Recorded live on Feb 24, 2024 at the Westclox Metaphysical Fair. You can support this work and connect more at https://patreon.com/kindmind Charles Bukowski's assertion, "Style is the answer to everything," encapsulates the essence of this quality, suggesting that true style goes beyond mere aesthetics to encompass authenticity, resilience, and ind…

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Distilling the Elixir of Life 36:50

2M ago36:50

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You can support this work at https://patreon.com/kindmind Alchemy, once a mystical endeavor to transmute base metals into gold, finds renewed meaning as an allegory for personal and societal transformation. The mythical quest for the philosopher's stone or the elixir of life transcends mere physical desires. Instead, it mirrors the journey of self-…

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EP2 - East Tennessee 43:55

2M ago43:55

43:55

Being from the East Tennessee area, we are surrounded by MANY awesome roads for riding....Tail of the Dragon, Cherohala Skyway, Devils Triangle, Great Smoky Mountains, Blue Ridge Parkway, Foothills Parkway, The Snake, The Rattler and many more less popular roads. In this podcast, we talk about many of the things the East Tennessee area has to offer…

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EP1 - Introduction 22:33

2M ago22:33

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Welcome to the Two Thirsty Bikers podcast! In this episode we introduce ourselves and give some insight on what to look forward to with our podcast! About Two Thirsty Bikers: We are just two friends, who like motorcycles and enjoy cold beer! East Tennessee, which is home to us, is a riders destination for the Tail of the Dragon, Cherohala Skyway, D…

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Chasing the Dragon's Tail and the Eternal Ouroboros 31:36

2M ago31:36

31:36

Join us on Patreon, as a free member for those unable to pledge or supporter of the show, at https://patreon.com/kindmind In the year of the dragon and northern lights, is the aurora borealis a cosmic ouroboros? The ancient symbol of the Ouroboros, a serpent devouring its own tail, offers a profound metaphor for the cyclical nature of existence, en…

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The Wolf And The Scholar 🐾🎓 6:54

3M ago6:54

6:54

Step into the enchanting world of "The Wolf and the Scholar," a captivating animated story that weaves together the essence of fairy tales and stories for kids. This classic narrative explores the unlikely friendship between a wise scholar and a cunning wolf, set against the backdrop of ancient landscapes. Join us on a journey filled with lessons a…

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Why the tapir has no tail 🐐 7:56

3M ago7:56

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Step into the heart of the jungle with our animated story, "Why the Tapir Has No Tail," a vibrant exploration of wit, wisdom, and the unexpected twists of fate. 🌳🐾 Dive deep into this enchanting tale that weaves together the lives of a clever goat, a curious tapir, and a cunning leopard. This fairy tale, brimming with lessons and laughter, showcase…

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The Dream of the Butterfly 🦋 4:20

3M ago4:20

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Immerse yourself in this enchanting tale where whimsy and wisdom collide in a beautifully animated storytelling experience. Join this fairy tale with Allan Wise, a dedicated scholar who embarks on an unexpected journey of self-discovery and transformation, proving that the most profound adventures can begin in the quietest of moments.…

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The mouse bride 🐭💍 8:25

3M ago8:25

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Embark on a whimsical adventure with our newest story where the enchantment of ancient China comes alive with a journey through a mouse village famous not only for its scrumptious storages but for the courageous love story of Ming Ming and Mei Mei, a tale interwoven with valor and charm.By Loving Tales

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Liang And His Magic Brush 🖌️🎨 10:17

3M ago10:17

10:17

Embark on a mystical journey through ancient China with our latest adventure where the power of creativity meets the heart of kindness. 🖌️🎨 Dive into a world where a young boy's dream transforms into a reality that can enchant and benefit an entire village. This story, steeped in centuries of fairy tales, showcases the enduring magic of generosity …

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The Frog that Lived in a Well 🐸✨ 6:31

3M ago6:31

6:31

Dive into the whimsical world of a small frog with a big lesson to learn. In this heartwarming tale, we follow the journey of a little frog whose entire universe is the well it calls home. Proud of his small domain, he cannot imagine a world beyond the walls that surround him, until a wise and gentle visitor arrives to expand his horizons.…

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Lunita's Leap to the Moon🌜✨ 6:01

3M ago6:01

6:01

Dive into the enchanting tale of Lunita's Leap to the Moon, a captivating bedtime story that intertwines fairy tales, moral lessons, and the thrill of adventure 🌕🚀By Loving Tales

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Carp Jumping Over The Dragon Gate 🐟🐉 5:07

3M ago5:07

5:07

This story for children is rich in symbolism and tradition and explores themes of perseverance, transformation, and the rewards of hard work, all set against the backdrop of the majestic Yellow River. It's a tale that resonates with both fairy tales and stories for kids, unfolding a narrative where carp strive against all odds to leap over the myth…

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Tributaries to the River of Grief 1:28:01

3M ago1:28:01

1:28:01

Please listen to the intro on campus life and share to promote dialogue. If this work is meaningful to you, please consider supporting and joining us on Patreon - https://patreon.com/kindmind Grief can be highly personal and unique but this quote comes close to a universal definition: “Grief, I’ve learned, is really just love. It’s all the love you…

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Hearts in Bloom and the Light Reflex 18:18

3M ago18:18

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If you would like to support this work, you can do so at https://patreon.com/kindmind and if you are unable to contribute financially, you can still sign up and join as a free member. All are welcome to the Kind Mind community. Human blossoming is akin to the delicate yet profound process seen in the natural world, where flowers unfurl their petals…

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Individualizing Infinity 19:00

4M ago19:00

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Recorded on Oct 15, 2023, the day after a solar eclipse and “ring of fire.” If you value this show, please consider pitching in to support this independent work at https://patreon.com/kindmind Thanks! Kindness takes on both light-hearted and profound expressions in our intricate world. In its playful form, it encompasses spontaneous acts that bring…

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The Still Point and the Point of Stillness 46:55

4M ago46:55

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If you benefit from this show and would like to give back, you can support us and join the patreon community at https://patreon.com/kindmind Thank you! Stillness is often associated with meditation, contemplation, and spiritual practices aimed at transcending the superficial layers of social life and the conventional sense of self. There is a three…

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Ministry of Music and Meditation 20:30

4M ago20:30

20:30

You can pitch in to support this work and access bonus content at https://patreon.com/kindmind This episode explores the transformative powers of music and meditation, practices that serve as vessels for introspection, revelation, and communal connection. We delve into the philosophical and spiritual intricacies of how silence complements music—the…

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Egalitarian Inquiry and the Edge of Knowledge 52:01

5M ago52:01

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Join us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/kindmind Understanding the nature of knowledge has been a timeless pursuit for thinkers and seekers throughout history. This branch of study in philosophy is often referred to as epistemology. There is an interplay between sensory perception, intellectual understanding and the notion of objective truth. The l…

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The Wound is Where the Light Enters 39:00

6M ago39:00

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Become a Patreon member of this show at https://patreon.com/kindmind The archetype of the wounded healer, a concept deeply rooted in psychology and mythology, offers profound insights into the human condition, empathy, and the transformative power of healing through sacrifice. This talk touches on the intricate dimensions of this archetype, paralle…

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The Aurascope 10:50

6M ago10:50

10:50

This original sci fi tale has been expanded! I’ve added more words and MUSIC and hope this makes it easy to access anytime through the podcast. Brazilian artist Gabriel Melo (_TMist) has enhanced the story with futuristic imagery. Please watch on my youtube channel and subscribe at https://youtu.be/L2LpRgZn_8M As always, you can support this work, …

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Between Words and Worlds 25:25

6M ago25:25

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You can support this show, connect with the Kind Mind community, and access bonus content at https://patreon.com/kindmind This is episode 101. The origin of speech remains rather mysterious. The development of complex vocalization and symbology is unique and may involve evolutionary necessity. Human survival has historically been dependent on socia…

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Tactical Opposums? Pocket Dinosaurs? Nope, just Armadillos! – S3E14 43:08

6M ago43:08

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Sandra and Alynn chat with Dr. Jim Loughry of Valdosta State University about armadillos in this episode. You’ll hear lots of fun facts and even a scientific scoop about the 9-banded armadillo species! Email us at wildpodcast@tamuk.edu For more information: https://www.valdosta.edu/biology/faculty-staff/william-loughry.php https://www.ckwri.tamuk.e…

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Unexpected Lessons from Seeds 40:45

7M ago40:45

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This is the 100th episode! Thank you for listening! You can support this work at https://patreon.com/kindmind and access bonus content. This episode delves into the underground world of seeds and the unexpected life lessons they can teach us. From the sacred lotus seed which can remain viable for over 1,000 years to the dust-like orchid seeds that …

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Secrets of the Cave Salamanders! - S3E13 41:31

7M ago41:31

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We visit with Dr. Nicolette Cagle of Duke University, and two of her former graduate students, Annabelle White and Rory Kuczek, about cave salamanders in the Texas Hill Country in this episode. Email us at wildpodcast@tamuk.edu For more information: https://nicholas.duke.edu/people/faculty/cagle https://www.ckwri.tamuk.edu/media/talk-wild-side-podc…

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It's an Invasion of Species! - S3E12 34:36

7M ago34:36

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Sandra and Andrew visit with Ashley Morgan Olvera of the Texas Invasive Species Institute about a variety of invasive species that are affecting Texas’ economy and wild places. Email us at wildpodcast@tamuk.edu For more information: https://tsusinvasives.org/home/ https://www.ckwri.tamuk.edu/media/talk-wild-side-podcast https://www.rotarycc.com/har…

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Sky High Wildlife Research Using Drones! - S3E11 42:43

7M ago42:43

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In this episode we hear from Dr. Debbie Saunders of Wildlife Drones about some incredible uses of drones in wildlife research and conservation. Catch all the buzz here! Email us at wildpodcast@tamuk.edu For more information: https://wildlifedrones.net/debbie-saunders/ https://www.ckwri.tamuk.edu/media/talk-wild-side-podcast https://www.rotarycc.com…

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Fragrance on the Hand that Gave the Rose 42:00

8M ago42:00

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This is the 99th episode and patreon members will receive a special gift in the mail to commemorate the centennial occasion. Give, receive and elevate at https://patreon.com/kindmind 'Tis the season of giving, but the societal expectation to buy a bunch of gifts or marketing pressure to spend, spend, spend is not the real spirit of generosity. As m…

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Dragons and Damsels That Fly! - S3E10 32:16

8M ago32:16

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Wizzie Brown with Texas A&M Agrilife joins us for a discussion of dragonflies and damselflies. We learn lots of fun facts about both and how to tell the difference. Email us at wildpodcast@tamuk.edu For more information: https://entomology.tamu.edu/people/brown-wizzie/ https://www.ckwri.tamuk.edu/media/talk-wild-side-podcast https://www.rotarycc.co…

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Monkeys in Texas? Snow Way! - S3E9 50:33

9M ago50:33

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Lou Griffin and Sarah Bird answer all our questions about the snow monkey troop in Texas. Why are they here? How did they get here? What is their history? What is their future? Email us at wildpodcast@tamuk.edu For more information: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PpVIvljWK20 https://www.ckwri.tamuk.edu/media/talk-wild-side-podcast https://www.rota…

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Fear Itself 1:13:00

9M ago1:13:00

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Recorded live in-person on Oct 25 2022 at The Homestead in Plano, IL. You can support this work and connect more at https://patreon.com/kindmind Why are so many people attracted to scary movies when in real life we typically avoid frightening situations? There are a multitude of reasons but recent studies have indicated that fans of the horror genr…

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You Better Strike on this Sharelunker Episode! - S3E8 32:20

9M ago32:20

32:20

Calling all fishing enthusiasts! We have Natalie Goldstrohm from the Toyota Sharelunker program on the show this time. And, we’re talking about all the amazing bass and fantastic fishing lakes across Texas! Email us at wildpodcast@tamuk.edu For more information: https://texassharelunker.com/ https://www.ckwri.tamuk.edu/media/talk-wild-side-podcast …

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Lead, Follow, or Get In the Way 1:25:30

9M ago1:25:30

1:25:30

You can support the podcast on Patreon and access bonus content: https://patreon.com/kindmind True leadership goes beyond mere titles and positions. It involves a convergence of inner and outer realms. At its core, leadership is an outpouring of the inner work. Through introspection, one can illuminate their own positionality and the pathways to de…

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Oh Deer! Hunting Season is Almost Here! - S3E7 26:38

10M ago26:38

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It’s been a hot summer, and we’re ready for fall! We’re gearing up for deer season in this episode! We talk with Jacob Dykes of Texas A&M Agrilife Extension about food plots, the hunting forecast for this year, and much more! Email us at wildpodcast@tamuk.edu For more information: https://rwfm.tamu.edu/people/dykes-jacob/ https://www.ckwri.tamuk.ed…

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God is the Ego of the Universe 47:00

10M ago47:00

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You can support this show and join us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/kindmind One of the predecessors of the word "create" is creare in Latin. This verb meant "to form out of nothing" as in the phrase creatio ex nihilo from the Book of Genesis in the Bible. Accordingly, God manifested heaven and earth from the void. Thus, artists sometimes refer t…

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Finding Homies with Scales; The Search for Spot-Tailed Earless Lizards! - S3E6 44:35

10M ago44:35

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In this episode we hear from Drake Rangel about his masters’ thesis research on Spot-Tailed Earless Lizards—what they are, where they live, how to find them, and who’s eating whom out there. Email us at wildpodcast@tamuk.edu For more information: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drake-rangel-570921157/ https://www.ckwri.tamuk.edu/media/talk-wild-side-po…

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Oops, We Did It Again! More Biology Blunders! - S3E5 28:55

10M ago28:55

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This is our second compilation of Biology Blunders from our interviews, and you might hear some interesting AI voices as well… Anyway, have a laugh along with us in this light-hearted episode! Email us at wildpodcast@tamuk.edu For more information: https://www.ckwri.tamuk.edu/ https://www.ckwri.tamuk.edu/media/talk-wild-side-podcast https://www.rot…

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Cure within Curiosity 21:42

11M ago21:42

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Please consider supporting this work on Patreon: https://patreon.com/kindmind The paradox of curiosity is a contest between our innate desire for knowledge and our aversion to uncertainty. A delicate balance can be negotiated when the curious awareness is anchored to its Latin word origin. "Cura" meant cure, care, concern or even choosiness. Put si…

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Even Wildlife Rescue is Bigger in Texas! – S3E4 34:46

11M ago34:46

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Did you know the Texas State Aquarium is actively involved in wildlife rescue and rehab? Learn more about it along with us as we talk with Dr. Carrie Ullmer, Head Veterinarian at the Texas State Aquarium. Email us at wildpodcast@tamuk.edu For more information: https://www.texasstateaquarium.org/ https://www.ckwri.tamuk.edu/media/talk-wild-side-podc…

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Adventure Begins Where Plans End 1:07:00

11M ago1:07:00

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You can support this work and access bonus content at https://patreon.com/kindmind Today, we often associate adventure with planned activities or deliberate pursuits as is the case with travel itineraries or business ventures of calculated risk with defined goals. However, the prefix ad in the word "adventure" means "towards" and therefore indicate…

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Dinosaurs in Texas? That Tracks! – S3E3 51:08

12M ago51:08

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Dinosaur Valley State Park Lead Interpreter, Zach Riggs, joins us for a conversation about the dinosaur tracks in the park, what dinosaurs made them, how they were discovered, and so much more! Email us at wildpodcast@tamuk.edu For more information: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/dinosaur-valley https://www.ckwri.tamuk.edu/media/talk-wild-side-…

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Empathways to Enlightenment and Endarkenment 1:15:47

12M ago1:15:47

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Mary Oliver wrote that "empathy is a kind of seeing, and it involves imagination as well as vision." The word "empathy" has origins in Greek "Empatheia" and the root "pathos," which means "feeling." It was first introduced to the English language in the early 20th century as a translation of the German word "Einfühlung," which means "feeling into."…

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This Episode is for People Who Love Birds! - S3E2 29:48

12M ago29:48

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We chat with Danielle Belleny about birding, writing books, and including people of color in wildlife management in this episode. Learn about birding in cemeteries, Black Birders Week, and more! Email us at wildpodcast@tamuk.edu For more information: https://www.audubon.org/black-birders-week https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/danielle-bellen…

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Sneak Beak into Aplomado Falcons! - S3E1 51:30

1y ago51:30

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We’re officially into year 3 of the podcasting game! And, we’re kicking off this new season with Aplomado Falcons. Brian Mutch of The Peregrine Fund joins us for a discussion of the falcons in southern Texas and efforts to restore their populations. Email us at wildpodcast@tamuk.edu For more information: https://www.peregrinefund.org/ https://www.c…

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Ahimsa and the Violence of Nonviolence 1:08:17

1y ago1:08:17

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Historically, morality was in the domain of religion. Although most existing faiths claim their teachings go back to the dawn of time, we can understand that these belief systems have emerged and disintegrated like empires. However, scholars trace living spiritual traditions of the Indian subcontinent to the 15th century BCE suggesting seniority at…

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To Be or To Have (or To Behave) 1:05:23

1y ago1:05:23

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In 1976, German social psychologist Erich Fromm published a book which presented the titular question, "To Have or To Be?" This philosophical inquiry would resurface throughout his work as two distinct modes of existence. He further claimed that modern society in its materialism prefers having. On this podcast, we often consider the dialectic of be…

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Oh Captain, My Captain! - S2E28 41:56

1y ago41:56

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In this episode we hear from Captain Chuck Naiser of FlatsWorthy about respect for the resource, respect for other anglers, and changes to the Corpus Christi bay area because of hurricanes and human activity. Email us at wildpodcast@tamuk.edu For more information: https://flatsworthy.com/ https://www.ckwri.tamuk.edu/media/talk-wild-side-podcast htt…

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We Can't Help but Carrion about Scavengers! - S2E27 45:32

1y ago45:32

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Dr. Samantha Leivers from the Carnivore Ecology Lab at Texas A&M University joins us this time for a discussion of scavengers. We learn about facultative and obligate scavengers, the ecosystem services they provide, and the difficulties of rappelling into a cave for work! Email us at wildpodcast@tamuk.edu For more information: https://samanthaleive…

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