34 episodes

We condense top podcasts into short episodes so you can discover new hosts and new podcasts and simply get to the best stuff faster. Tim and Chris then extract the core concepts from each episode to help you integrate the content long after the episode ends. Join us on our journey to abbreviate the world of podcasts.

Podcasts Abbreviated Tim Hedberg and Chris Meade

    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 23 Ratings

We condense top podcasts into short episodes so you can discover new hosts and new podcasts and simply get to the best stuff faster. Tim and Chris then extract the core concepts from each episode to help you integrate the content long after the episode ends. Join us on our journey to abbreviate the world of podcasts.

    The Power of Metaphorical Truths

    The Power of Metaphorical Truths

    In this episode, we explore the concept of metaphorical truths and how they can be just as important as literal truths. We discuss examples of metaphorical truths in the context of sports and survival, and consider how these concepts can be applied to our daily lives. We also examine the role of religion in providing guidance for living in the present moment, and future generations. Ultimately, we consider the importance of understanding and embracing the power of metaphorical truths.

    For the full podcast episode between Bret and Jonathan check out Ancient Wisdom, Modern World: Bret Speaks with Jonathan Pageau here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9NYz1DJ4ByM

    • 27 min
    Grief Like You've Never Heard It

    Grief Like You've Never Heard It

    In this episode, grief expert Francis Weller outlines the 5 reasons that human grieve. Most of these "gates" of grief we've never heard of. However, the fact that they're hidden to us makes them even more impactful in our lives because they're not being attended to. Listen to this episode to understand these novel forms of grief and hear Tim and Chris enliven these "gates of grief" by applying them to their own experiences.

    • 38 min
    Episode 18 | Francis Weller and The Wild Edge of Sorrow - Part 1

    Episode 18 | Francis Weller and The Wild Edge of Sorrow - Part 1

    We left Episode 17 with a difficult question: is there an effective and accessible way to approach grief for the tragedies we are currently facing?

    We found an answer in an incredible interview with renowned grief physiologist Francis Weller. This episode explores grief from a fascinating perspective that neither Tim nor I have ever heard or experienced: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbsASclTX4g

    Stay tuned for Part 2 where Francis Weller explores what he identifies at the 5 gates of grief. You won't look 

    If you are curious here is the song referenced in the episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FmkC_leNM7M

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    • 40 min
    Episode 17 | Grieving the Opioid Epidemic / Autism in the Workplace

    Episode 17 | Grieving the Opioid Epidemic / Autism in the Workplace

    In this episode, we bring you a breakdown of the Heard Tell podcast on Epidemics and Autism

    We had the privilege of working with Andrew to abbreviate four episodes of his podcast, and we include a one-minute abbreviation of each episode. Then, Chris and Tim dive in and try to extrapolate some nuggets of wisdom from that content. 

    In this episode the abbreviations includes doctor describing the ramifications on the opioid epidemic. The final abbreviation details how the neurodivergent workforce can  capitalize from the  changes caused by the pandemic.  

    • 23 min
    Episode 16 | Missing Persons of the Crow Tribe / Abuse in the Church

    Episode 16 | Missing Persons of the Crow Tribe / Abuse in the Church

    In this episode, we bring you a breakdown of the Heard Tell podcast from Andrew Donaldson.

    We had the privilege of working with Andrew to abbreviate four episodes of his podcast, and we include a one-minute abbreviation of each episode. Then, Chris and Tim dive in and try to extrapolate some nuggets of wisdom from that content. 

    In this episode the abbreviations includes a reporter investigating missing persons of a Native American tribe as well as a survivor of sexual abuse in the church.

    • 17 min
    Episode 15 | The Origin, Activity and Vision of Podcasts Abbreviated

    Episode 15 | The Origin, Activity and Vision of Podcasts Abbreviated

    In this episode, Tim and Chris look back at the original purpose of Podcasts Abbreviated, their favorite episodes so far and the vision of how to bring the ideas in longform podcasts to as many people as possible. If you haven't been listening since the beginning, this is a great episode to catch up on the driving force of the podcast. If you have been here since Episode 1 this is a chance to get to know Tim and Chris and the motivations behind this project.

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    • 20 min

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