Talking To Horses the Podcast

Jason Sobkowicz

Talking to Horses is an exploration of consciousness, meaning, and the architecture of becoming. We venture into the liminal spaces between philosophy and spirituality, physics and the human soul, asking the questions that refuse easy answers: What is the nature of reality? How do we construct meaning from suffering? What does it mean to be awake in a world designed to keep us asleep? Hosted by someone who has walked through darkness and emerged not unscathed, but transformed, each episode is an invitation into authentic inquiry. Through intimate monologues and conversations with seekers, philosophers, and wisdom-keepers, we examine the aphorisms that guide us—those hard-won truths carved from lived experience and philosophical rigor. This is not a show about answers. It's about the courage required to ask better questions. We explore consciousness as both personal reckoning and cosmic mystery. We discuss how gratitude and forgiveness become tools for liberation. We interrogate the stories we tell ourselves about suffering, agency, and grace. Talking to Horses is for those who sense there's more to understand—about themselves, about reality, about what it means to become fully human. It's for the spiritually curious, the philosophically restless, and those who've learned that the deepest wisdom often comes wrapped in pain. Join us as we talk to the horses—that is, as we speak truth to the parts of ourselves and our world that have been broken, silenced, or forgotten.

Episodes

  1. Apr 27

    Farm Geek, Farming, Alberta, Canada, Politics!

    The conversation covers a range of topics including Alberta's independence movement, generational farming, mental wellness in farming, and the impact of government policies on farmers. The discussion also delves into the challenges faced by farmers, the role of social media in advocacy, and the global perspective on independence movements. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including Alberta's potential separation from Canada, the political landscape, immigration policies, and the impact on the farming community. The discussion also delves into the importance of civil discourse and the need for open dialogue on complex issues. Takeaways Alberta's independence movement is driven by economic and cultural concerns.Generational farming involves a deep connection to the land and a sense of heritage.Mental wellness in farming is a critical issue that requires support and understanding.The impact of government policies on farmers and the need for advocacy and awareness.The global perspective on independence movements and the role of social media in advocacy. Alberta's potential separation from CanadaThe importance of civil discourse and open dialogue Chapters 00:00 The Alberta Independence Movement11:12 Challenges of Generational Farming16:24 Mental Wellness in Farming22:13 Challenges with Federal Legislation and Sovereignty28:21 Threat to Canadian Democracy and Political Alignment33:26 Pathway to Independence and Referendum39:01 Path to Independence and Sovereignty44:25 Impact of Cancel Culture and Social Media

    1h 19m
  2. Apr 13

    AI, machine learning and Disease. How a Polymath is pioneering the future of medicine.

    Dr. Joseph Geraci shares his early fascination with numbers and mathematics, childhood experiences, mathematical synesthesia, dream revelations, and the development of Netramark and machine learning in cancer research. The conversation delves into the intricacies of language models and machine learning, the challenges of heterogeneity in patient populations, the potential of precision medicine and drug repurposing, advancements in cancer research, and the mechanisms of drug resistance in cancer cells. It provides insights into the role of AI in addressing individuality in medical treatment and the future of oncology. The conversation delves into the interconnectedness of cells in the body and the initiation and progression of cancer, shedding light on the complex molecular machinery involved in these processes. Takeaways Mathematical synesthesiaMachine learning in cancer research Language models and machine learningData sets for patient inputClinical trials and NetramarkPrecision medicine and drug repurposingHeterogeneity in patient populationsAI and self-learningCancer research and drug resistance Cellular interconnectednessCancer initiation and progression Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background05:55 Childhood and Early Experiments13:02 Synesthesia and Dream Revelations42:51 Understanding Language Models and Machine Learning51:18 Precision Medicine and Drug Repurposing59:41 Heterogeneity in Patient Populations01:07:18 Advancements in Cancer Research01:18:36 Cancer Initiation and Progression

    1h 47m

About

Talking to Horses is an exploration of consciousness, meaning, and the architecture of becoming. We venture into the liminal spaces between philosophy and spirituality, physics and the human soul, asking the questions that refuse easy answers: What is the nature of reality? How do we construct meaning from suffering? What does it mean to be awake in a world designed to keep us asleep? Hosted by someone who has walked through darkness and emerged not unscathed, but transformed, each episode is an invitation into authentic inquiry. Through intimate monologues and conversations with seekers, philosophers, and wisdom-keepers, we examine the aphorisms that guide us—those hard-won truths carved from lived experience and philosophical rigor. This is not a show about answers. It's about the courage required to ask better questions. We explore consciousness as both personal reckoning and cosmic mystery. We discuss how gratitude and forgiveness become tools for liberation. We interrogate the stories we tell ourselves about suffering, agency, and grace. Talking to Horses is for those who sense there's more to understand—about themselves, about reality, about what it means to become fully human. It's for the spiritually curious, the philosophically restless, and those who've learned that the deepest wisdom often comes wrapped in pain. Join us as we talk to the horses—that is, as we speak truth to the parts of ourselves and our world that have been broken, silenced, or forgotten.