Best Tim Maudlin Podcasts (2024)

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217 - Leonard Susskind: String Theory, Fine-Tuning, and the Physics of the Multiverse 1:11:08

4d ago1:11:08

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Leonard Susskind is Felix Bloch Professor of Physics at Stanford University. Among other accomplishments, he is among the fathers of such revolutionary concepts in physics as string theory, black hole complementarity, the holographic principle, and the string-theoretic landscape. It is this last concept that Robinson…

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Michael Freedman | A Fields Medalist Panorama 2:52:45

2d ago2:52:45

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Michael Freedman is a mathematician who was awarded the Fields Medal in 1986 for his solution of the 4-dimensional Poincare conjecture. Mike has also received numerous other awards for his scientific contributions including a MacArthur Fellowship and the National Medal of Science. In 1997, Mike joined Microsoft Research and in 2005 became the direc…

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136 – The ONE Thing Adoptive Parents NEED to Know! 16:00

1h ago16:00

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Hi Neighbor, Welcome to another walking episode of Anchors of Encouragement. Today, I’m coming to you from my backyard studio. Based on three separate conversations I’ve recently had with adoptive parents, I want to share an important concept with you. The ONE thing adoptive parents NEED to know. It’s something that makes navigating the highs and l…

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216 - Raphael Bousso: The Black Hole Paradox, Quantum Gravity, and the Holographic Principle 1:45:30

8m ago1:45:30

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Raphael Bousso is the Chancellor’s Chair in Physics at the Berkeley Center for Theoretical Physics, where he leads the Bousso Group in research on quantum gravity and quantum information. He is a renowned string theorist famous also for his development of the string theoretic landscape and the Bousso bound in hologra…

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135 – Stuck in Survivor Mode? What It Looks Like for Adoptive Parents and Adopted Children 33:02

1d ago33:02

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I wish the conversation you’re about to listen to had been available for me years ago, not because I like to hear myself speak. Conversations like this could have helped me navigate some of the challenges my wife and I faced in our adoption journey. Hi Neighbor, Returning on this episode of Anchors of Encouragement, is my neighbor from Alabama, Eri…

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215 - Anna Lembke: On Philosophy and Psychiatry 1:37:41

6d ago1:37:41

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Dr. Anna Lembke received her undergraduate degree in Humanities from Yale University and her medical degree from Stanford University. She is currently Professor and Medical Director of Addiction Medicine at the Stanford University School of Medicine. She is also Program Director of the Stanford Addiction Medicine Fel…

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134 – Real, Raw and Emotional! A Must-See for Foster and Adoptive Parents 7:03

7d ago7:03

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“To the world, you may be one person, but to one person, you may be the world.” ~Dr. Seuss Hi Neighbor, In this unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement, I share my reaction to the movie Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot, brought to you by Angel Studios. This film is a mirror for so many of us on the adoption journey. As an adoptive pare…

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Ask Me Anything | July 2024 1:29:36

10d ago1:29:36

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 This is the inaugural AMA for Robinson’s Podcast. It is supported by the members of the podcast’s Patreon. In this installment, Robinson answers questions about the reality of mathematics, podcasting, moral facts, ice cream, the nature of time, literary books for neophytes, and more. Denying Infinity: https://doi.org…

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133 – Adoptive Parents: How Can I Serve You Better? 5:51

20d ago5:51

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How can I serve you better? Hi Neighbor, As an adoptive parent myself, I’ve walked the path filled with both joy and challenges. My mission is to share stories, offer biblical encouragement, and bring on experts to help you navigate this unique journey. I want to walk you home! That gets us to today’s question: How can I serve you better? In privat…

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214 - Joyce Carol Oates: On Philosophy and Literature 1:00:59

23d ago1:00:59

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Joyce Carol Oates is the Rogers S. Berlind ’52 Professor Emerita in the Humanities at Princeton University with the Program in Creative Writing. She is among the most widely-recognized and respected writers of our time, and has written in a wide variety of media and genres, from poetry and fiction in the former categ…

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132 – The Children From Her Heart: A Story of Adoption and Foster Care with Dr. Kimberly Offutt 34:22

15d ago34:22

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Foster care is intended to be a temporary solution to what should be a temporary problem. The goal is always reunification. The focus is to find families that meet the needs of the child, rather than finding children that fit the needs of the family. The child comes first! Hi Neighbor, Joining me on this episode of Anchors of Encouragement is my ne…

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213 - Slavoj Žižek: God, Marxism, Philosophy, and Quantum Mechanics 1:16:28

20d ago1:16:28

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Slavoj Žižek is international director of the Birkbeck Institute for the Humanities at the University of London, visiting professor at New York University, and a senior researcher at the University of Ljubljana’s Department of Philosophy. This is Slavoj’s fourth appearance on the show. On episode 109, he and Robinson…

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131 – Adoptive Parent Needing Respite? 3 Ways To Embrace the Anchor of Retreat? 16:45

22d ago16:45

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I surprised my friends who went with me. Honestly, I surprised myself too because I never imagined that I would allow myself to do what I was about to do. I was anxious and I was nervous. And not to be overly dramatic, but in some respects, I was scared to death. However, I did it. And it was one of the most exhilarating forms of respite I've ever …

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212 - Deborah Gordon: Ants, Myrmecology, and Collective Behavior 1:01:45

1M ago1:01:45

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Deborah Gordon is Professor of Biology at Stanford University. She is a myrmecologist—an entomologist who studies ants—focusing on how complex behavior emerges from ant colonies, which have no central control. In this episode, Deborah and Robinson discuss some of the distinctive features of ants, how pheromones help …

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130 – Remembering Amp: The Impact of Pets on Our Hearts 4:18

1M ago4:18

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When it came time to say goodbye, I couldn’t get the words out. I gently rubbed his head one last time and walked away. Hi Neighbor, Welcome to a special memorial episode of Anchors of Encouragement. I want to share something deeply personal and touching with you today. There comes a time in every pet parent’s life when we must say goodbye to our b…

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211 - Jay Chandrasekhar: Comedy, Creative Integrity, Super Troopers, & Jackass 1:14:56

1M ago1:14:56

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Jay Chandrasekhar is a director, writer, stand-up comic, and actor. Some of his works include directing Super Troopers, Beerfest, and Dukes of Hazzard. He has also directed episodes of Arrested Development, Community, and New Girl. Jay also wrote Mustache Shenanigans (2017) and co-hosts the podcast Mustache Tales. In…

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129 – The Unexpected, Positive Benefits of Embracing the Anchor of Solitude 5:40

1M ago5:40

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I couldn't sleep, so I’m up doing what I learned from Jonny to regulate myself. I never know the direction these quiet moments will take, but I know something positive always happens... and that’s what I want to share with you today. Hi Neighbor, Do you enjoy unexpected, positive surprises? I do! In this episode of Anchors of Encouragement, I share…

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210 - David Albert & Tim Maudlin: A Discussion of Niels Bohr, Measurement, & Quantum Mechanics 2:03:39

1M ago2:03:39

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 David Albert is the Frederick E. Woodbridge Professor of Philosophy at Columbia University, director of the Philosophical Foundations of Physics program at Columbia, and a faculty member of the John Bell Institute for the Foundations of Physics. Tim Maudlin is Professor of Philosophy at NYU and Founder and Director o…

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128 – 4 Simple Tips To Find Peaceful Sleep as an Adoptive Parent 11:26

1M ago11:26

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Are you having trouble sleeping? You’re restless. You’re tossing and turning. Maybe you had too much caffeine that day. Maybe you have a busy calendar the next day and you’re concerned about everything you have to do. For adoptive parents, maybe it’s out of concern for your children. I know this can leave you anxious. Your mind is racing. You’re lo…

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209 - Peter Singer: Controversial Ideas, Utilitarianism, and Animal Liberation 1:28:11

2M ago1:28:11

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Peter Singer is Ira W. DeCamp Professor Emeritus of Bioethics in the Department of Philosophy at Princeton University. He is among the most influential living philosophers, and among the most influential moral philosophers of the last century. Peter is best known for his work in applied ethics on animal welfare and g…

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127 – 5 Ways to Help Adoptive Parents Navigate the Anxiety of the Adoption Journey 16:45

2M ago16:45

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How can adoptive parents prepare themselves for the challenges they will face in their adoption journeys? May I suggest it can be as simple as picking up sticks? Hi Neighbor, In this unplugged episode, I want to share 2 stories that will illustrate the concept of the Daily Doable and how it relates to adoptive parents and the storms they will face …

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208 - Victor Davis Hanson: Annihilation, Genocide, and World War III 1:04:53

2M ago1:04:53

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Victor Davis Hanson is a renowned classicist, military historian, and political commentator. He is the Martin and Illie Anderson Senior Fellow in Residence in Classics and Military History at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. Among numerous other awards, Victor was presented the National Humanities Medal i…

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126 – I See You! 3 Simple Words To Encourage Adoptive Parents To Never Give Up (ENCORE EPISODE) 8:36

2M ago8:36

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Have you ever sent your future self a letter of encouragement? I did and it turned out to be the boost I needed at exactly the right time. Hi Neighbor, As I journaled through ideas for a new episode, I came across one idea in particular. As I explored it, I rediscovered an episode from early in this podcast. It contained a message that I needed to …

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207 - Sean Carroll: Quanta, Fields, and the Philosophy of Quantum Physics 1:44:36

2M ago1:44:36

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Sean Carroll is Homewood Professor of Natural Philosophy at Johns Hopkins University and fractal faculty at the Santa Fe Institute. He is also the host of Sean Carroll’s Mindscape, a podcast about science, society, philosophy, culture, arts, and ideas. This is Sean’s fourth appearance on the show. He appeared with Da…

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125 – Anxious, Adoptive Parent? 5 Ways To Love a Child of Adoption Trauma (ENCORE EPISODE) 18:14

3M ago18:14

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Would he hate us for loving him this much? We didn’t know. Would he see this as the ultimate act of betrayal? We didn’t know. Would he embrace the help we had finally found for him? We didn’t know. What we did know was our son needed help, help our love couldn’t give him. Hi Neighbor, Today I want to take you back to the beginning. The beginning of…

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Marcus Hutter | Universal Artificial Intelligence and Solomonoff Induction 3:01:55

2M ago3:01:55

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Marcus Hutter is an artificial intelligence researcher who is both a Senior Researcher at Google DeepMind and an Honorary Professor in the Research School of Computer Science at Australian National University. He is responsible for the development of the theory of Universal Artificial Intelligence, for which he has written two books, one back in 20…

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206 - Slavoj Žižek & Lee Smolin: Marxism Meets Quantum Physics 59:44

2M ago59:44

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7Slavoj Žižek is international director of the Birkbeck Institute for the Humanities at the University of London and a senior researcher at the University of Ljubljana’s Department of Philosophy. He was also the guest for episodes 109—on psychoanalysis, wokeness, racism, and a hundred other topics—and 118, where he app…

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124 – Journaling: How Journaling Prompts Helped My Son Like Himself Again (ENCORE EPISODE) 19:47

3M ago19:47

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“After you journal for a certain amount of time, you get into that comfortable practice with it, it starts to become your natural release.” ~Jonny Maudlin Hi Neighbor, Today, I would like to share a special encore episode where we’ll circle back to a conversation I had with my son Jonny about one of the tools he learned in residential. This tool wa…

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205 - Nick Bostrom: Superintelligence, Posthumanity, and AI Utopia 1:06:01

3M ago1:06:01

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Nick Bostrom is a Swedish philosopher who was most recently Professor at Oxford University, where he served as the founding Director of the Future of Humanity Institute. He is best known for his book Superintelligence (Oxford, 2014), which covers the dangers of artificial intelligence. In this episode, Robinson and N…

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123 – Insensitive, Hurtful Comments? 3 Benefits of Taking Your Frustrations Out On Paper (ENCORE EPISODE) 11:34

3M ago11:34

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Have you ever said something out of anger or frustration? If you answered 'yes' I invite you to listen to this encore episode of Anchors of Encouragement, where I’ll share how you can get rid of your frustrations without saying a word. Hi Neighbor, I would like to share with you a special encore episode where we’ll circle back to the beginning and …

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204 - Philip Goff: Panpsychism and the Mystery of Consciousness 1:21:18

3M ago1:21:18

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Philip Goff is a professor of philosophy at Durham University in the United Kingdom, where he researches consciousness and the philosophy of mind. He is the best known proponent of a view about consciousness known as panpsychism, which takes mentality to be fundamental in the world rather than something that either e…

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122 – Hope for Adoptive Parents? Try 10-10-10 a Powerful Coping Tool for Struggling Adoptees (ENCORE EPISODE) 24:24

3M ago24:24

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Are you an adoptive parent looking for hope and practical strategies to navigate the unique challenges of adoption? Would hearing from both a parent and a child about their journey through the adoption process and coming out stronger on the other side be helpful to you? If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, I invite you to listen to this…

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203 - Vijay Prashad: Colonialism, Israel-Palestine, Marxism, and European Anti-Semitism 1:05:15

3M ago1:05:15

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Vijay Prashad is a historian and journalist. He obtained his PhD in history at the University of Chicago and was most recently the George and Martha Kellner Chair in South Asian History at Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut. Vijay is a Marxist, and much of his work and writing has been devoted to critiques of c…

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121 – Solar Eclipse: A Story of Faith, Family and Encouragement 10:49

4M ago10:49

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It seemed like it would be the perfect spot to experience this moment, but I wasn't sure I would be allowed to go there. As it turned out, I was, and it was perfect. Hi Neighbor, Recently, I got to witness nature put on one of its most stunning shows – a total solar eclipse. It was a few moments of profound introspection. This episode of Anchors of…

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202 - Jeffrey Sachs: JFK, Conspiracy Theories, Israel-Palestine, and Ending the War in Gaza 49:40

3M ago49:40

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Jeffrey Sachs is University Professor at Columbia University, where he serves as the Director of the Center for Sustainable Development. Before that, he taught at Harvard University for twenty years. Jeff is the author of numerous books, including three New York Times bestsellers. His latest is The Ages of Globalizat…

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120 – Are You in Pain? 3 Reasons to Walk for Wellness 5:29

4M ago5:29

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“An early morning walk is a blessing for the whole day.” ~Henry David Thoreau Hi Neighbor, In this unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement, I want to share 3 reasons why I step away from my day-to-day activities and go for a walk. The simple act of walking can be a tremendous source of solace and strength. And I want to encourage you to walk …

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201 - Benny Morris: Israel-Palestine, Genocide, Apartheid, Hamas, Muscular Judaism, and the Nakba 1:05:57

3M ago1:05:57

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Benny Morris is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Middle East Studies at the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Israel. He is among the most respected and influential historians on Israel and Palestine. Benny is perhaps best known for his work on the 1947-1948 civil war in Palestine and the 1948 Arab-Israeli…

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119 – Biblical Encouragement From the Anchor of Promise 10:40

4M ago10:40

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In the challenges of life’s storms, where anxiety wears you down, where can you look to find your anchor amidst the chaos? May I suggest you look up to the sky to the anchor of promise. Hi Neighbor, Earlier this week, I experienced a vivid reminder of God’s faithfulness, a rainbow. In this episode of Anchors of Encouragement, I’ll share that story …

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200 - Sean Carroll, Daniel Dennett, & Steven Pinker: AI, Parapsychology, Panpsychism, & Physics Violations 2:00:11

4M ago2:00:11

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Sean Carroll is Homewood Professor of Natural Philosophy at Johns Hopkins University and fractal faculty at the Santa Fe Institute. He is also host of Sean Carroll’s Mindscape, a terrific show (that influenced the birth of Robinson’s Podcast) about science, society, philosophy, culture, arts, and ideas. Daniel Dennet…

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118 – Struggling To Understand a Bible Verse? 3 Ways To Understand and Anchor to the Text 11:59

4M ago11:59

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Have you ever found the wording in a Bible verse confusing and hard to understand? Well, I’ve been there. In this episode, I want to show you a simple way to not only understand the meaning of a Bible verse but also 3 ways to help you anchor to the text. Hi Neighbor, Today’s episode is based on a question from one of our listeners from Episode 99. …

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199 - Lawrence Krauss: God, String Theory, and the State of Physics 1:24:02

4M ago1:24:02

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Lawrence Krauss is a theoretical physicist who has taught at Yale, Arizona State University, and Case Western, and is the founder of ASU’s Origins Project. He is a prominent public intellectual and best-selling author, and has written about the origins of the universe, atheism, and many other topics. He is also the h…

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117 – Does God Hear Your Tears? 3 Biblical Encouragement Truths From Psalm 56 5:59

4M ago5:59

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Have you ever felt so overwhelmed by life that words escape you and all you can do is cry? I’m here to assure you that every tear you shed speaks volumes to the God who created you. Hi Neighbor, Even in moments when your emotions are stretched to the breaking point and words fail you, rest assured that you’re not journeying through your struggles a…

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198 - Michael Hudson: Marxism, Economic Parasites, and Debt Cancellation 1:30:21

4M ago1:30:21

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Michael Hudson is Distinguished Research Professor of Economics at the University of Missouri, Kansas City and President of the Institute for the Study of Long-Term Economic Trends. He researches domestic and international finance, the history of economics, and the role of debt in shaping class stratification, among …

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116 – How To Support Adoptive Parents: Biblical Encouragement and Prayer 6:30

5M ago6:30

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Do you know an adoptive parent who is heartbroken? Feeling overwhelmed? Maybe this person can’t think straight, or maybe they are struggling with their faith. They might even feel lost, lonely, and afraid. Do you want to know how you can encourage this person? May I suggest you say a prayer? Hi Neighbor, In this episode of Anchors of Encouragement,…

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197 - Martha Nussbaum: Justice for Animals 1:27:04

5M ago1:27:04

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Martha Nussbaum is the Ernst Freund Distinguished Service Professor of Law and Ethics at the University of Chicago, with appointments in the Department of Philosophy and the Law School. Martha is among the most recognized philosophers today. Over the course of her career, she has made numerous major contributions to …

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115 – Remember: Experience Hope and Healing After Tragedy 6:45

5M ago6:45

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On March 2nd, many years ago, a devastating tornado hit my hometown. As the anniversary approached, painful memories flooded back, but also valuable lessons. Hi Neighbor, Memories of tragedy can be overwhelming, but facing them head-on can lead to healing and growth. Join me in this unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement as I talk about the …

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114 – Heartbroken and Overwhelmed in Your Adoption Journey? Tomorrow Is a Brand New Day 8:35

5M ago8:35

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I’m imagining there is an adoptive parent reading this who is heartbroken and feeling overwhelmed. You can’t think straight. Maybe you’re struggling with your faith. You feel lost, lonely, and afraid. And you’re wondering, how can I ever get past this? I’m here to tell you I’ve been there, and I want you to know tomorrow is a brand new day. Hi Neig…

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196 - Stephen Wolfram: The Fundamental Theory of the Universe 1:52:54

5M ago1:52:54

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Stephen Wolfram is the founder and CEO of Wolfram Research, and the creator of Mathematica, Wolfram|Alpha, and the Wolfram Language. He received his PhD in theoretical physics from Caltech when he was twenty years old. In addition to his work at the helm of Wolfram Research, he writes and researches widely across com…

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113 – Anxious? Try This Simple Anxiety Grounding Technique 4:49

5M ago4:49

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What is something that can cause you anxiety, but also reduce your anxiety? Answer: For me, it’s snow. Hi Neighbor, In this unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement, I want to share one of my favorite anxiety grounding techniques with you. It’s something I’ve been doing for years. I also share a happy memory of doing it when I was in college. …

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195 - Brian Keating: Cosmological Inflation and the Universe’s First Light 1:39:51

5M ago1:39:51

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Patreon: https://bit.ly/3v8OhY7 Brian Keating is the Chancellor’s Distinguished Professor of Physics at the Center for Astrophysics & Space Sciences at UC San Diego, host of the Into the Impossible Podcast, an expert on the cosmic microwave background, and the author of a number of books. Robinson and Brian discuss the expansion and inflation of th…

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