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Kevin and Jon ponder their thoughts on all manner of technological and philosophical issues.

  1. Taxing World Order

    03/21/2025

    Taxing World Order

    Kevin & Jon traverse various challenges and experiences related to taxes, crypto investments, he impact of language on social interactions, Marmite, living abroad and the future of AI in global politics 00:00 Introduction and Schedule00:25 Tax Office Visit and Complexities01:44 Understanding Consumption Tax in Japan02:33 Freelance Business Challenges03:30 Navigating Tax Exemptions and Rebates06:56 Bitcoin and Tax Strategies07:32 Mortgage and Financial Struggles14:21 Crypto Gains and Tax Filing29:07 Future Plans and Visa Considerations49:05 Confusing Language Lessons51:37 Building Rapport with Students52:46 Language Learning Reflections53:09 Subscription Dilemma54:33 Teaching and Repetition56:35 Explaining English Nuances01:01:02 Cultural and Language Differences01:02:41 Marmite Reactions01:07:29 TV Shows and Movies Discussion01:15:46 Uncle Tim's Adventures01:22:37 Religion and Personal Beliefs01:27:07 AI and Future Discussions01:29:20 Wrapping Up

    1h 30m
  2. A Wicked Substance

    03/11/2025

    A Wicked Substance

    In this episode, Jon & Kevin reflect on a wide range of topics, including health and socializing, the benefits of aging, and the evolution of personal confidence. They delve into discussions on horror films like 'The Substance' and 'Revenge,' touching on cinematography and neo-expressionism. They explore themes of creativity, notably the challenges of commercializing creative work, and the joy of creating for fun. The conversation also covers personal reminiscences about a friend who recently passed away and her impact on their lives. Additionally, they discuss the future prospects of cryptocurrencies, especially Bitcoin and Solana, and their potential implications for financial freedom. They start the new year contemplating their life goals and the importance of living fully, particularly as they approach new milestones and think about future plans.00:00 Balancing Social Life and Health00:45 The Role of Alcohol in Socializing01:41 Comfort in One's Own Skin02:02 Movie Discussions: The Substance and Revenge03:58 Exploring Neo-Expressionism in Cinema07:49 Heretic: A Deep Dive16:09 Wicked: A Modern Allegory26:36 Trump, Politics, and Bitcoin40:30 Meme Coins and Cryptocurrency44:55 Creating a Meme Coin and Video Game50:07 AI Debugging Frustrations50:42 Creative Projects and AI52:52 Legacy of Creativity53:48 Remembering Catti55:35 The Joy of Creative Expression01:00:57 Meme Coins and Gaming Tokens01:10:37 Exploring AI Tools01:14:39 Language Learning and Future Plans01:25:42 Reflections on Life and Creativity01:48:12 Concluding Thoughts

    1h 49m
  3. Xmas Special 2024

    12/24/2024

    Xmas Special 2024

    Kevin and Jon discuss various topics, including Kevin's photography career, his plans for a snowboarding/snow monkey photography trip to Nagano, and his financial independence facilitated by cryptocurrency investments. They debate politics, particularly concerning the Trump and Biden administrations, and reflect on their experiences with the COVID-19 pandemic. They also discuss their perspectives on social media, and contemplate the future of technology and society.

    1h 46m
  4. Carbon Copy Fantasy

    12/07/2024

    Carbon Copy Fantasy

    Jon and Kevin explore themes of personal narrative, reality vs. perception, and the impact of trauma. They discuss the film Joker, analysing its reception and thematic elements relating to societal alienation and mental health. They further discuss the challenges of maintaining authenticity in the age of social media and AI alongside personal anecdotes and reflections on mortality and ageing. Finally, they examine the evolving nature of creative expression and the artist's relationship with their audience in a digital world.

    2 hr

  5. 11/11/2024 · BONUS

    Deep Dive into Farage Island Episode (Bonus Ep)

    Jon and Kevin outsourced an experiment in AI creation to the AI podcast show - Deep Dive to discuss and review their episode "Farage Island" to summarise more concisely their human ramblings.

    14 min
  6. Farage Island

    11/01/2024

    Farage Island

    Kevin and Jon examine how social media shapes our identities, transforming authenticity into curated online personas. Drawing on Debord’s Society of the Spectacle, they critique society’s shift toward consuming images over real experiences, with tourism as a prime example. They discuss the “weaponization of language” and the chilling effects of cancel culture on open dialogue, especially around issues like racism and trans rights. Kevin introduces "prolificity" as a new identity construct, where people meticulously maintain online façades to appear genuine. The episode highlights the dangers of confirmation bias and the importance of independent thinking, as Jon and Kevin share personal stories of seeking purpose beyond societal pressures, encouraging listeners to question norms and cultivate critical perspectives.

    1h 51m
  7. Rioting in an Echo Chamber

    10/05/2024

    Rioting in an Echo Chamber

    Jon and Kevin discuss Disney as Weyland Yutani, neverending Star Wars, the UK riots and their echo chambers, Lacan on lack, loss and petit object A, US election, cocaine smuggling, Woody Allen and getting cancelled.

    2h 8m
  8. Steer Kalmer's Bob a Job

    09/01/2024

    Steer Kalmer's Bob a Job

    Kevin and Jon discuss their recent returns to the UK, Trump's assassination attempt, the UK election, Stockport riots and bob a job.

    1h 44m
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