So Listen: A Positing of Hideas

Kief Ericson and Sage Haze
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Join Kief Ericson and Sage Haze as they spark up and journey through a haze of topics, from the depths of existential dread to wild musings on time travel, with a sprinkle of Dungeons & Dragons lore. Pull up a chair, light up a bowl, and unwind as we dig into the "hideas" that make you think, laugh, and see things in a whole new light.

  1. The Meaning of Life

    Mar 9

    The Meaning of Life

    What is the meaning of life? Humans have been asking that question for thousands of years, so naturally Kief and Sage decided to tackle it in about 45 minutes... while high. In this episode of So Listen: A Positing of Hideas, the conversation drifts through ancient philosophy, absurdism, happiness, purpose, and the idea that meaning might not be something you discover — but something you build.

    43 min
  2. The Problems of Democracy

    Feb 23

    The Problems of Democracy

    In this episode of So Listen: A Positing of Hideas, Kief and Sage light up and take a clear-eyed look at the cracks in modern democracy. From polarization and misinformation to structural gridlock and the weird incentives baked into the system, they ask whether the problems we’re experiencing are bugs… or features. Along the way, they unpack reform ideas, wrestle with cynicism vs. hope, and explore what it actually means to participate in a system that feels both fragile and stubbornly resilient. It’s not a doom spiral — it’s a thoughtful, slightly smoky examination of how democracy strains, adapts, and maybe even survives.

    48 min
  3. Loose Grip, Windows Down, Destination Optional

    Feb 18

    Loose Grip, Windows Down, Destination Optional

    In this laid-back episode of So Listen: A Positing of Hideas, Kief and Sage explore the magic of the flow state — that sweet spot where effort fades and everything just clicks. We talk about why gripping tighter can hold you back, how surrender can unlock creativity, and what happens when you let momentum carry you. Windows down. Aux plugged in. Destination optional.

    48 min
  4. Aliens: Why Do We Keep Imagining Them?

    Feb 9

    Aliens: Why Do We Keep Imagining Them?

    In this episode, Kief and Sage look up at the stars and ask a more interesting question than “are we alone?”. They ask why do aliens always seem to look the way they do, and what does that say about us? From little green/grey men to cosmic horrors, ancient gods to benevolent space siblings, we unpack how fear, hope, science, and pop culture all shape the beings we imagine watching us from the void. Is alien life a scientific mystery, a psychological mirror, or just humanity projecting its weirdness into the cosmos? Pack a bowl, suspend disbelief, and let’s get it.

    51 min
  5. The Games that Raised Us

    Feb 2

    The Games that Raised Us

    Video games don’t just entertain us—they quietly grow up alongside us. In this episode of So Listen: A Positing of Hideas, Kief and Sage look back at the games they played at different stages of their lives, from childhood wonder to teenage mastery to adult, intentional play. They explore how games shaped their sense of identity, offered escape and connection, and became emotional timestamps tied to who they were at the time. It’s a laid-back, reflective conversation about nostalgia, growth, and the strange way a controller can feel like a time machine—and that’s okay.

    47 min
  6. Being Okay is Underrated

    Jan 19

    Being Okay is Underrated

    n this episode of So Listen: A Positing of Hideas, Kief and Sage make the radical case for being okay. Not thriving, not spiraling, not in the middle of a breakthrough or a breakdown—just here. They talk about the pressure to always be improving, why calm can feel uncomfortable in a world addicted to urgency, and how “fine” somehow became a suspicious answer. With a bowl break and plenty of gentle tangents, this episode sits with the idea that a shorter, quieter conversation can still be meaningful—and that being okay, even for just 30 minutes, is more than enough.

    40 min
  7. The Playlist of You

    Jan 12

    The Playlist of You

    What if “you” aren’t a solid thing, but more like a playlist on shuffle? Some tracks hit every day, some pop up once and never again, and some you swear you deleted but they keep coming back. Kief and Sage spark a bowl and dig into identity, change, nostalgia, and why it’s okay if your vibe keeps evolving.

    55 min
  8. The 25 Questions of Christmas

    12/29/2025

    The 25 Questions of Christmas

    Kief is joined by his favorite person in the world, Elana Ericson, for a cozy, festive hang where the two unwrap memories, traditions, and a whole lot of holiday cheer. Guided by ChatGPT’s 25 Questions of Christmas, they bounce from heartwarming moments to brand-new traditions—and yes, they absolutely spill the sauce on the worst Christmas gift ever received. So pour yourself a drink, spark a bowl, and settle in by the fire. It’s laughs, love, and holiday chaos with Kief & the Wife in this Christmas Special you won’t want to miss.

    43 min
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Join Kief Ericson and Sage Haze as they spark up and journey through a haze of topics, from the depths of existential dread to wild musings on time travel, with a sprinkle of Dungeons & Dragons lore. Pull up a chair, light up a bowl, and unwind as we dig into the "hideas" that make you think, laugh, and see things in a whole new light.

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