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Decoder Ring is the show about cracking cultural mysteries. In each episode, host Willa Paskin takes a cultural question, object, or habit; examines its history; and tries to figure out what it means and why it matters.
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The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast
Mark Linsenmayer, Wes Alwan, Seth Paskin, Dylan Casey
The Partially Examined Life is a podcast by some guys who were at one point set on doing philosophy for a living but then thought better of it. Each episode, we pick a short text and chat about it with some balance between insight and flippancy. You don't have to know any philosophy, or even to have read the text we're talking about to (mostly) follow and (hopefully) enjoy the discussion. For links to the texts we discuss and other info, check out www.partiallyexaminedlife.com. We also featu ...
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Dr. Drew Pinsky, board certified internist and addiction medicine specialist, takes listener calls and talks to experts on a variety of topics relating to health, relationships, sex and drug addiction.
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On Slate's Spoiler Specials, Slate critics, such as Dana Stevens and Willa Paskin, discuss new movies and TV shows in spoiler-filled detail. We dissect twist endings, plot holes, and other secrets you won't read in reviews. WARNING: This podcast contains spoilers (duh).
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Welcome to the Stillhouse Podcast - the show that celebrates all things dark spirits. Join our host Becky Paskin, award-winning dark spirits expert, and as she will meet the greatest voices in the industry to debunk the myths around dark spirits, and showcase the exciting opportunities the dark spirits drinks category represents. Whether it’s how to have the perfect first taste, finding the best mixer, or learning to appreciate the craft behind the beverage, this podcast will help you explor ...
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A window to whisky. A podcast is for everyone who wants to like whisky, already loves whisky or generally enjoys the drinks industry. Informal conversations with industry leaders about whisky, the spirits business and making whisky more approachable for everyone. Hosted by Cotswolds Distillery’s Global Whisky Ambassador, Rob Patchett. Produced by Cotswolds Distillery.
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Real event planners & the UK’s top suppliers share their tips and tricks for surviving and thriving in this one of a kind industry. Hosted by Gavin Alexander the creative director from the award winning team at Gavsy Media.Each episode will have a special guest from the UK’s leading event specialists, and in turn they have invited two event friends along to join the chat.You'll hear guests share their secrets on how to create a successful event, the do’s and do not’s of organising parties, t ...
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Unmasking the Dangers of Seed Oils with Dr. Catherine Shanahan
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This week, Dr. Drew sits down with Dr. Catherine Shanahan, a biochemist, family physician, and New York Times best-selling author. They dive into the dangers of seed oils, oxidative stress, and pathological hunger, as well as the widespread use of Ozempic. Dr. Cate also shares her recommendations for meals that can help fix your metabolism and the …
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Ep. 346: Nyaya Sutra on Knowledge (Part One)
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On The Nyaya Sutra: Selections with Early Commentaries, originally by Gautama (ca. 150 CE), plus explanations by Vatsyayana (450 CE), Uddyotakara (550), and Vācaspatimiśra (900), and the editors Matthew Dasti and Stephen Phillips (2017). We discuss "knowledge sources," mostly in this part the various kinds of perception, which is supposed to be ine…
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PEL Presents PMP#177: Inside Out - Animated Psyche
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We discuss the 2015 and 2024 Pixar films by writer/director Pete Docter , featuring the usual crew of Mark, Lawrence, Sarahlyn, and Al. These films show kids that it's OK to be sad and how to cope with anxiety. Is the films' emotional impact objectionably manipulative? Does the "mental landscape" depicted helpfully represent the various elements we…
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This week Dr. Drew talks to Jill Nickens. Jill is the president and founder of the Akathisia Alliance for Education and Research. Jill opens up about her personal journey with akathisia, a misunderstood movement disorder characterized by profound restlessness and often misdiagnosed symptoms. Together, Jill and Drew discuss what akathisia entails, c…
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Lawn ornaments are everywhere—but for something so ubiquitous, they’re also mysterious. What’s the person with the flamingo or the gargoyle in their yard trying to say—and why do they want to say it so publicly? From the garden-variety to the not so common, the adorable to the odious—lawn ornaments speak volumes, without saying a word. In this epis…
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Ep. 345: William James on Religious Experience (Part Two)
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Continuing on The Varieties of Religious Experience (1902). Does James' claim that science and culture shouldn't ignore the subjective point of view really mean that the religious objects that motivate people are metaphysically real? Is the "unseen realm" part of our common world? Get more at partiallyexaminedlife.com. Visit partiallyexaminedlife.c…
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PEL Presents NEM#219: Oliver Wakeman Beyond the Keyboard
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Oliver, son of Rick, has played on around 50 albums, including maybe 10 solo albums plus collaborations with Clive Nolan, Steve Howe, Gordon Giltrap, Yes, Starcastle, Light Freedom Revival, and more. We discuss "Golden Sun in Grey" from Anam Cara (2024), "Is This the Last Song I Write?" from Ravens and Lullabies (2013), and "Mind Over Matter" from …
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Announcement: Mark's "Big Books in Continental Philosophy" Fall 2024 Class
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Do you want to wrestle yourself with some of the weirdest and most engaging texts in philosophical history? Do you want to do this in a beginner-friendly environment with a familiar voice guiding you and sharp fellow learners? Consider signing up for Mark's Fall class, and experience Hegel, Sartre, Arendt, and more first hand in a supportive, low-r…
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How Failure can be Transformative with Amy Shoenthal
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This week, Dr. Drew talks to journalist, marketing executive, and author Amy Shoenthal. Amy's latest book, The Setback Cycle, provides invaluable guidance on navigating life's toughest moments and emerging stronger. Amy and Dr. Drew discuss the phases of the setback cycle, the concept of post-traumatic growth, the transformative power of failure, a…
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Ep. 345: William James on Religious Experience (Part One)
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On The Varieties of Religious Experience (1902), focusing on lectures 1-3 and 20. What is religion and how should philosophers study it? James describes it as a sincere, full-life reaction to the world, more emotional than intellectual, and conveys the experiences of the extreme "religious geniuses" that are merely received second or third hand by …
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PEL Presents PvI#78: We Essence Merge with Tamler Sommers (Very Bad Wizards)
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Tamler teaches philosophy at The University of Houston and hosts the Very Bad Wizards podcast. He joins Mark and Bill to talk about personal identity and whether the "self" is necessarily co-extensive with a particular body. Plus: meditation, Daniel Day Improv's method acting, All of Me vs. Regarding Henry, what does "metaphysics" mean to YOU, drea…
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Mark, Wes, and Seth talk about worries about the utility of various subgenres or explanation types in philosophy, Dr. Drew's recent interview with Seth and Seth's writing project about non-linguistic communication, accuracy in historical or scientific details in philosophy, and our current political moment (our candidate choices, the debate, etc.).…
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The Blueprint for a Stronger, Longer Life with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
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This week Dr. Drew talks with physician and New York Times bestselling author, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon. They discuss her latest book, Forever Strong, which highlights the importance of increasing skeletal muscle for longevity. The conversation covers resistance training, changes in sex hormones with age, the body's turnover process, and the ideal protei…
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Axolotls. Narwhals. Llamas. Sloths. Every few years, it seems like American kids and parents collectively decide they cannot get enough of a creature that makes teddy bears seem impossibly quaint. In today’s episode we’re going to swim after the axolotl, as it takes us to some far-flung and unexpected places, to understand how it came to rule the s…
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Ep. 344: Gettier and Goldman on Justified True Belief (Part Two)
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On "What Is Justified Belief?" (1979) by Alvin Goldman, where he tries to come up with a "function" for justification: If a belief has such-and-such non-epistemic properties, then it counts as justified. Get more at partiallyexaminedlife.com. Visit partiallyexaminedlife.com/support to get ad-free episodes and tons of bonus discussion. Sponsor: Get …
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PEL Presents PMP#176: Furiosa: Are We Mad Maxed Out?
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Mark, Lawrence, Sarahlyn, and Al discuss the five films in George Miller's Mad Max/Road Warrior franchise. What was the original appeal of the series, and has this changed? Are we still afraid of an "Apunkalypse," or is this just an aesthetic to be ripped off by Fallout and other properties? How can films 80% occupied by car chases be actually good…
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Navarone Garcia and Michael DeLeon on Youth Addiction and Recovery
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This week, Dr. Drew talks to Navarone Garcia and Michael DeLeon about their mission to educate the youth on addiction. Navarone, a musician and the son of Priscilla Presley, shares his experiences growing up in a famous family, his battle with fentanyl addiction, and his journey to rehab and recovery. Michael, the founder of Steered Straight Inc., …
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Ep. 344: Gettier and Goldman on Justified True Belief (Part One)
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On "Is Justified True Belief Knowledge?" (1963) by Edmund Gettier, "What Is Justified Belief?" (1979) by Alvin Goldman, and "The Inescapability of Gettier Problems" (1994) by Linda Zagzebski. What is knowledge? Even if a belief is true and justified, does that make it knowledge? Gettier came up with exceptions, and other philosophers tried to figur…
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Breaking Down Philosophy: Seth Paskin's Journey with Partially Examined Life
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This week, Dr. Drew talks to Seth Paskin, co-host of the acclaimed podcast Partially Examined Life. Seth discusses his new book celebrating 15 years of the popular philosophy podcast. Together, Dr. Drew and Seth explore the challenges of studying philosophy in the U.S., Seth’s unique approach to making philosophy accessible to listeners, and the es…
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30 years ago, the Stanley Cup playoffs ignited a rumor that has been messing with Jane Macdougall’s life ever since. In 1994, the Vancouver Canucks had made it all the way to Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals against the New York Rangers. When they barely lost, fans expected the team to come back blazing the next year. Instead, 1995 was a total letd…
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Ep. 343: Plotinus the Neo-Platonist (Part Two)
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Continuing with guest Chris Sunami, mostly discussing "The Good or The One," though we start off by completing "The Descent of the Soul" about why there is something rather than nothing, given that materiality is so undesirable compared to The One. Get more at partiallyexaminedlife.com. Visit partiallyexaminedlife.com/support to get ad-free episode…
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PEL Presents SUBTEXT: Psychedelic Regrets in "Rime of the Ancient Mariner" (Part 5)
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Wes & Erin continue their discussion of "Rime of the Ancient Mariner." Thanks to our sponsor for this episode, HelloFresh. Go to HelloFresh.com/subtextapps for free appetizers for life.
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