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A podcast with two, (sometimes three friends) navigating the digital age while dealing with friendships, relationships and all the ships in between. New episodes every #TextualTuesday.
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The Morningside Institute is an independent scholarly endeavor dedicated to examining human life through the liberal arts. Morningside helps scholars and students contribute to academic disciplines and understand them in light of the rich traditions that lie at their origin. The Institute also helps students integrate the beauty of culture in New York City with their search for truth in the intellectual life.
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Tradition describes courage, moderation, justice, and prudence as the cardinal virtues (a list going back to Plato) and faith, hope, and charity as the theological virtues (a list going back to Saint Paul). Can we conceive of hope as a virtue, as a good quality for people to have, without a theological framework — without any notion of salvation? O…
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Birth is one of the most fraught and polarized issues of our time, at the center of debates on abortion, gender, work, and medicine. But birth is not only an issue; it is a fundamental part of the human condition, and, alongside death, the most consequential event in human life. Yet it remains dramatically unexplored. Although we have long intellec…
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On October 9, 2023 the Morningside Institute and the Galileo Center at Columbia Law School hosted Joshua Katz (AEI) for the last lecture in our series Language Rights and Wrongs. This series explores the relationship between world and word, honing in on ancient texts, namely Homer, Plato, and the Bible. This evening's conversation was not about the…
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Does language contain truth in itself? And whether or not it does, at what level are the words we use natural, and at what level are they a matter of convention? Plato’s Cratylus provides the earliest in-depth discussion of these matters, and it turns out that we can learn something about our own linguistic problems today by considering this neglec…
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This fall, the Morningside Institute and the Galileo Center at the Columbia Law School hosted Joshua Katz (AEI) for a three-part lecture series on the relationship between word and world. The series focused on ancient texts—namely, Homer, Plato, and the Bible—and what these reveal about the nature (or artificiality) of language. On September 26, 20…
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In his famous Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind, Shunryu Suzuki writes, “In the Beginner’s Mind there are many possibilities, in the expert’s mind there are few.” These words have served as a guide for James Valentini during his time as a professor of Chemistry and then much-beloved dean of Columbia College. As he has developed it, the concept of beginner’…
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Thomas Aquinas's ethical system is framed in terms of evaluating an individual's intentional actions, which may be good or bad depending on their conformity with the natural law. Can such a framework make sense of the notion that social structures and practices can also be just or unjust, as in the contemporary notion of structural racism? On Thurs…
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We instinctively think of images as things we create, control, and consume. But in this lecture, Prof. Thomas Pfau (Duke) argued that our encounter with images and the visible world as a whole serves as a test of our spiritual and moral condition. Following a brief overview of his recent book on this subject, Prof. Pfau's lecture considered three i…
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Are some books “great” in a way others are not? Can a core curriculum represent all the members of a university community? What should students get out of their classes in the Core? How should we justify liberal education today? These questions shaped many universities' curricula, including Columbia's Core, and today are at the center of debates ab…
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As American politics descends into a battle of anger and hostility between two groups called "left" and "right," people increasingly ask: What is the essential difference between these two ideological groups? In The Myth of Left and Right, Hyrum Lewis and Verlan Lewis provide the surprising answer: nothing. As the authors argue, there is no endurin…
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Many scholars have held that Christianity created a new kind of religious belief and devotion, unlike the ritualistic, legal, and cultural religious practice widespread throughout the Roman Empire. But in a new book, Jacob Mackey (Occidental) draws on cognitive theory to argue that, despite having little to do with faith or salvation, real belief u…
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In the past, a lawyer might have taken for granted, as one ABA report explained, that “one of the highest services the lawyer can render to society is to appear in court on behalf of client whose causes are in disfavor with the general public." But not today, when lawyers across the profession increasingly face boycotts, protests, and public shamin…
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We're losing the recipes! It's grilling season and it's revealed a lot of men don't know how to grill. This week we discuss the traditions that are being lost and why we think it's happening. Tune in and let us know your thoughts about this summertime issue. WMEZ's Song of the week- "Ease My Mind (Come Over)" by Nija Follow us on IG @TheTextuallyac…
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We know you'll go to great lengths to be down for your partner, but the internet streets said there is a limit when it comes to the entrepreneurship journey. You might be surprised that what they said is too far. So we get into what are the real rules for engagement when supporting your Boo/Beaux. Check-in for the fun & foolery. WMEZ's Song of the …
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This week we are joined by Dez from the "I said Yerrr" podcast to answer some questions about men. What's the actual definition of toxic? Where do men go when they need to vent? Do men have safe spaces? How can women create a safe space for men? Tune into this week's episode to find out the answers. WMEZ's Song of the week- "Lust and Other Drugs" b…
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We have been podin' for a minute and we finally made it to 200 episodes. Tune in and listen to us share our journey with you all as we reminisce on the fun we had these past few years. Follow us on IG @TheTextuallyactive @GetYouARezz @Meezyblvd @opinmedia.agency Follow us on Twitter @textuallyact @GetYouARezz @Meezyblvd Watch the full episode on ou…
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Is it still fvck them kids? They're expensive, take up your time, and sometimes they scream for no reason. That's why some couples choose to say fvck them kids and never have them in the first place. Watch this video to hear more about our reasons to have or not have kids. WMEZ's Song of the week- "Lights Off" by Tay Keith Ft. Gunna &Lil Durk Follo…
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How to Live in the Earthly City: Augustine on Loves, Lies, and the Politics of Perfection
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In this talk, Prof. Veronica Ogle (Assumption University) helps us understand how Augustine sees the earthly city as parodying the city of God, a process that produces illusions and lies that entrap its inhabitants in a nihilistic dreamworld. She explores how Augustine’s critique of the earthly city uncovers the self-love and lust for domination th…
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Listen! We learned from watching the Netflix show "The Ultimatum" that giving your partner an ultimatum is never a good idea. In this video, the Textually Active crew explores the consequences of using this type of negotiation tactic and offers some better alternatives. WMEZ's Song of the week- "F**ked Up" by Sweetz Follow us on IG @TheTextuallyact…
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Meezy has been moving like the G in "Lasagna". He's been working on a few things and the foreshadowing has been happening for weeks. the trips, the sentimental conversations, the uplifted spirits...Help us figure it out by tuning in to see what's this big move... WMEZ's Song of the week- "Fly The coop" by Bit K.R.I.T & Girl Talk Follow us on IG @Th…
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We also get into why it's okay to be both yourselves depending on the setting. Tune in and see how we found peace just being ourselves. WMEZ's Song of the week- "When Sparks Fly" by Vince Staples Follow us on IG @TheTextuallyactive @GetYouARezz @Meezyblvd @opinmedia.agency Follow us on Twitter @textuallyact @GetYouARezz @Meezyblvd Watch the full ep…
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The real question is, would you have done the same thing if it was your Significant Other? Does it matter if it was a celebrity or not? Does it matter if it was at a public event? Do we care if it happens in front of "them" folks? Why was Producer E so passionate about this episode. Check out the episode, we get smack dab into the thick of it! (All…
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Especially if you are balancing love and a career. This week we are joined by our guest, Nino Perrotta, as he shares how he makes his 2nd marriage work after a long career as a SECRET SERVICE AGENT. Check out the episode! Be sure to check out his book "Dual Mission" too. WMEZ's Song of the week- "Loyalty & Love" by Joe Trufant Follow us on IG @TheT…
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How Co-Parenting Gets Your Groove Back
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Maybe you're ready to spice up your dating life, but you have a little one. In this week's episode we brought our resident Co-parenting father, and friend of the show, Billy! The last time we caught up with him, he discussed the conversation of co-parenting after recently going through a break-up. Now he's giving some tips on how to navigate dating…
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This week we get into how to maintain friendships with people who make less or more money than you. Tune in to learn how to bond with your rich and broke friends. Check Out The episode! WMEZ's Song of the week- "Ms. Lick Back" by Kali Follow us on IG @TheTextuallyactive @GetYouARezz @Meezyblvd @opinmedia.agency Follow us on Twitter @textuallyact @G…
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Why do parents act like it was parental social suicide to apologize to their children? This week Meezy and Rezz get to the bottom of why parents should be open to communicating with their children, especially when they are in the wrong, Hey Parents, This One Video Will Change The Way You Think About Parenting! Check Out The episode! WMEZ's Song of …
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Ross Douthat: What Is the Common Good in a Pluralistic Society?
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As our society continues to fracture, writers across the political spectrum have repeatedly invoked the classical concept of the common good. Thinkers such as Jacques Maritain and Yves Simon offered robust accounts of the common good in a pluralistic, democratic society. Yet frequently, today’s invocations of the common good dodge questions about p…
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In this episode, we look at some of the most common financial Fvck Ups that we've made, and maybe you have too. Let's face it, we're getting older, and we can't keep living our lives like this. So tune in and take the journey with us. Check Out The episode! WMEZ's Song of the week- "Groovy Pt. II (What.Would.Juve.Do)" by Sir Eddie C Follow us on IG…
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How did we get here? Was it how we were raised, the real world, are we to blame? Being Inspired by the first installment of The Kanye West Doc, "Jeen-Yuhs", we witness and discuss how the belief in yourself and creating an environment for that to foster may be the way to Unlock Your Jeen-Yuhs Check Out The episode! WMEZ's Song of the week- "The Bac…
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Check out our latest video on how to get gifts for men, how to trick on men, and more! Plus, hear about the newest dating trend - coochie on the blockchain! Check it out! WMEZ's Song of the week- "Love Song" by Maria Isabel Follow us on IG @TheTextuallyactive @GetYouARezz @Meezyblvd @opinmedia.agency Follow us on Twitter @textuallyact @GetYouARezz …
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But when YTs get angry about Black History Month it's the perfect opportunity for you to ask them what they're really mad about. In this episode, we give something to be upset about... We're having a Black Parade!By Textually Active Podcast
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In this episode, we're going to take a look at what it's like to be in two different scenarios. One where you are given a huge amount of cash and one where you start over as a 6-year-old with all the knowledge that you have now. Which would you choose? Check it out! WMEZ's Song of the week- "Crush" by QUIN Follow us on IG @TheTextuallyactive @GetYo…
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