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The emergent characteristics of crony capitalism have punished those inclined to go against the grain.
My guests and I tackle existential questions, financial topics, current events - while celebrating those with the courage to be different.
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Scripture, Philosophy, and Embracing Ambiguity with Zohar Atkins
Scripture, Philosophy, and Embracing Ambiguity with Zohar Atkins
Summary:
In this episode of Courage Over Convention, we dive into a fascinating conversation with Zohar Atkins, a renowned scholar and founder of Etz Hasadeh. Join us in exploring how Judaism illuminates guiding truths even in this age of disruption. We discuss the impact of technology, macroeconomics, and cultural shifts on the practice of self-reflection. We even touch on the philosophy of neuroscience.
Zohar has some serious intellectual horsepower. I enjoyed this one.
Guest Profile:
Zohar Atkins:
Founder of Etz Hasadeh, a Center for Existential Torah
Fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America
Rhodes Scholar with a DPhil in Theology from Oxford
Semikha from the Jewish Theological Seminary
MA and BA from Brown University
2018 Eric Gregory Award for Poetry winner
Author of multiple books
Discussion Topics and Key Points:
The importance of questioning our purpose and beliefs
The effects of social media and wealth disparity on attention spans
Opportunities for self-taught individuals in an age of open access to knowledge
Determinism, compatibilism, and the balance between agency and external influences
The power of heroism and the 80/20 principle applied to personal growth
Explore Zohar's Work:
Website: ZoharAtkins.com
Substack (also on his website): https://www.zoharatkins.com/whatiscalledthinking
Podcast: Meditations with Zohar
Keywords:
Zohar Atkins, Etz Hasadeh, existentialism, philosophy, neuroscience, free will, technology, culture, self-reflection, heroism, podcast, Courage Over Convention, Woody Wiegmann
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Juul Pods Ubiquitous While Psilocybin and Ketamine Therapy Are Broadly Illegal
One Juul pod contains as much nic as 20 cigs. “So yea you can sell em in a four pack right next to the gummy worms.”
Psilocybin and ketamine therapy are the best treatment options for complex PTSD - predominantly suffered by victims of sexual assault. But bc these non-addictive substances can’t be effectively monetized, they are impossible for people to get information about (much less access). In this engaging episode of Courage Over Convention, we’re joined by pioneers in the realm of psychedelic-assisted therapy, Richard Meloff and Jay Godfrey, the founders of Nushama. This innovative company has revolutionized the mental health landscape by integrating the medicinal potential of psychedelics and thoughtfully-designed therapeutic spaces. Our compelling conversation explores the science, the stigma, the regulatory landscape, and the transformative potential of psychedelics in mental health treatment.
Remember, podcasts are just that – podcasts. This is not a formal endorsement of anything, nor an expression of my personal views. I DO formally endorse both Rich and Jay (and Marissa)…each have impressive credentials and deep-rooted expertise in medicine, business, and design.
Speaking to these extraordinarily intelligent, driven, and kind gents was a pleasure.
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Free Will: Worth Contemplating
A fun though perhaps controversial collaboration with Stewart Alsop III (host of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast). Subscribe to his podcast (Crazy Wisdom) - you’ll be glad you did. You can find him on Twitter @StewartalsopIII
You can find me on Twitter @WoodyWiegmann
(1) Woody's general perspective on free will, determinism, and the views of thought leaders within the Philosophy of Neuroscience.
(2) Stewart relates his experience with free will, the emotional ego complex, and what he really means when discussing "God" publicly.
(3) Woody discusses David Hume's departure from his typical skeptical approach in favor of a compatibilist outlook. He asserts Robert Sapolsky's views on the mechanics of thought actually rest on a foundation of faith.
(4) Stewart weaves iboga and addiction into the discussion of free will - and outlines how the first order of neurochemistry fails to explain the process of breaking the addiction to heroin.
Our discussion is wide-ranging - plenty of other interesting topics are covered!
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Do the Hard Thing - How to Deal with Complexity, and Jerry Parker’s ETF
This episode was a joy to make - because Jerry is a north star for me. I never thought I could be as excited as I was for an ETF launch. He is one of a kind…placing what he knows to be effective after decades of managing his hedge fund over any frivolous “marketing” considerations. NOTHING SAID ON THIS PODCAST IS INVESTMENT ADVICE.
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Complex is Complicated, but Complicated ain’t Complex
Examining the oft-overlooked features of complexity that lead us to mistakenly approach intractable problems with immense hubris.
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The Death of Nuance and Productive Iteration with Stewart Alsop III
In revisiting a past episode with Stewart, I realized I did not do justice to his excellent prompts. This is an edited episode, meant to offer more direct thoughts on the topics Stewart brought to the table. I did not edit Stewart’s contributions (they needed no adjustments) - only my own. Thus, this episode is not a representation of Stewart’s opinions…only mine.
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