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How does identity shape our views in life? What happens if we lose an identity? In this episode, Aya and Josh delve into the complex tapestry of identity, exploring its various types (personal, social, cultural, gender, professional, digital/on
How does questioning our core beliefs and assumptions lead to more informed and empathetic viewpoints? What practical steps can we take to achieve this? In this episode, Aya and Josh challenge some of their own deeply held beliefs, drawing insp
Special Guest: Jacob J. Tanenbaum. Are guns the best form of self-defense? Should we arm school teachers? In this episode, Aya and Josh continue their debate on gun violence with Jacob, exploring police shootings, the effectiveness of guns comp
Special Guest: Jacob J. Tanenbaum. What are the main causes of gun violence? Is it justifiable to infringe on certain rights to ensure greater public safety? In this episode, Aya and Josh are joined by Jacob, Josh's close friend and writing par
How are we using AI like ChatGPT to change the way we work? What does the rise of AI mean for us and the future of our fields? In this episode, Aya and Josh explore the positives and negatives of artificial intelligence, including the influence
Special Guest: Dr. Grant Vezina. How big is the universe? How have key astronomical discoveries fleshed out our understanding of Earth and the universe beyond? In this episode, Aya and Josh further explore the mysteries of the cosmos with Dr. V
Special Guest: Dr. Grant Vezina. Do the stars influence our lives? Is there any scientific basis to astrology? In this episode, Aya and Josh are joined by longtime friend Grant Vezina as they chat about high school and delve into the origins of
What makes someone feel stable? How do they maintain it? In this welcome-back episode, Aya and Josh discuss the four main types of stability (physical, mental/emotional, financial, relationship/social), stability vs. stagnation, long-term vs. s
How do you recognize abuse? Can men be victims of domestic violence? In this episode, Aya and Josh continue their discussion on domestic abuse in context of the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard defamation trial as they explore the cycle of abuse, signs
What constitutes abuse? Did Johnny Depp deserve to win his defamation lawsuit against Amber Heard? In this episode, Aya and Josh discuss the reality of domestic abuse/intimate partner violence against the backdrop of the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard
How do you avoid disappointment? Are low expectations the key to happiness? In this milestone episode (50!), Aya and Josh talk about expectations, including about the podcast itself, how Covid has ruined expectations, the concept of meeting exp
What’s in a word? Can words hurt you? In this episode, Aya and Josh discuss the power of words themselves, including favorite words, ugly-sounding words, swear words, names, puns, semantic satiation, language/linguistics, trying to find the rig
Special Guest: Dr. Simone Mendel. What does Covid look like from the perspective of those working in hospitals? How has the pandemic revealed/exacerbated existing problems in our healthcare system? In this episode, Aya and Josh continue their d
Special Guest: Dr. Simone Mendel. What makes a good healthcare system? Is healthcare a right or a privilege? In this episode, Aya and Josh are joined by childhood friend Simone Mendel, who shares her insights as an internal medicine doctor in C
How can the ego sabotage us? Is having an ego always a bad thing? In this episode, Aya and Josh break down the ego and explore their own egotistical tendencies as they discuss self-promotion, seeking validation vs. feeding the ego, ego vs. inse
Special Guest: Brad Bangsboll. Can a job ruin your passion? What are the consequences of not following your passion? In this episode, Aya and Josh continue their discussion with Brad on following your passion, hustling, "climbing the ladder" (b
Special Guest: Brad Bangsboll. How do you discover your passion? What might stop you from pursuing it? In this special episode, longtime friend and filmmaker Brad Bangsboll joins Aya and Josh to share his personal journey towards finding and fo
What are people's biggest regrets? Are regrets useful? In this episode, Aya and Josh share their deepest regrets, exploring Daniel Pink's four types of regret (foundation, boldness, moral, connection), regrets stemming from action and inaction,
Should we cancel cancel culture? What are the limits of free speech? In this episode, Aya and Josh risk it all as they continue their discussion on cancel culture, touching on the fear of being canceled, publicly expressing opinions on controve
Does cancel culture exist? Who, if anyone, deserves to be “canceled”? In this episode, Aya and Josh explore the notion and nuances of cancel culture, including academic freedom, expertise, critical thinking, the controversy surrounding Joe Roga
Special Guest: Amanda Bell. What qualifies as a life-changing event? What kinds of things actually change? In this special episode, lifelong friend Amanda Bell, now eight months pregnant, returns to chat with Aya and Josh about positive and neg
What is the metaverse? How can you experience VR right now? In this very special episode, Aya and Josh strap on their Meta/Oculus Quest 2 headsets and meet face-to-face in virtual reality to talk about... virtual reality; specifically, the natu
What are the most common pet peeves? What constitutes a pet peeve? In this episode, Aya and Josh distinguish between pet peeves, pet "furies," and serious world issues/societal ills while sharing the things that annoy them, including hypocrisy,
Do you feel guilty when you lie? How does being lied to change a person? In this episode, Aya and Josh divulge the rest of their thoughts on lying, discussing the benefits and harm of lying in our society, politics, and legal system, lying to o
How can you tell when someone is lying? Is it ever a good thing to lie? In this episode, Aya and Josh share their honest-to-goodness thoughts on lying, including white lies, blue lies, dangerous lies, a lie’s intention vs. result, lying to othe
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