In today's podcast, we are diving into the book Range by David Epstein! David Epstein examined the world's most successful athletes, artists, musicians, inventors, forecasters, and scientists. He discovered that generalists, not specialists, are primed to excel in most fields—especially those that are complex and unpredictable.
Read MoreIn today's podcast, we are diving into Nietzsche on Resentment. The book we will explore is On the Genealogy of Morals by Friedrich Nietzsche.
Read MoreIn today's episode, we dive deeply into Netflix anime Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. We talked about many things that are important to us from the elements of the story, like myth and what they represent in the hero's journey or, rather, a failed hero's journey. On my end of the spectrum, has an interest in technology. We get into wearables and transhumanism and where that all goes. If we continue to play with our technology like we are.
Read MoreOn this podcast, we discuss the book Immoderate Greatness by William Ophuls.
Immoderate Greatness explains how a civilization’s sheer magnitude conspires against it to cause downfall. Cultures are hard-wired for self-destruction. They travel from initial success to terminal decay and ultimate collapse due to intrinsic, inescapable biophysical limits combined with an inevitable trend toward moral decay and practical failure.
Read MoreIn this episode, we discuss some recent films they have enjoyed and how they contrast with other films that did not stand up to past expectations. We start the discussion with Top Gun: Maverick and why that film feels like a breath of fresh air compared to other sequels. So many sequels over the last decade lack the essence of what made the originals massive successes that have shaped our culture.
Read MoreIn this episode, we are joined by Ed Latimore. Ed is a former professional heavyweight boxer, a competitive chess player, and a bestselling author. His writing focuses on self-development, realizing your potential, and sobriety—all of which he approaches from personal experience, overcoming poverty and addiction.
Read MoreIn this episode, Erich and Jordan discuss Matt Reeves' The Batman. We discussed what we enjoyed about different aspects of the film and compared it to its other superhero films. Naturally, we can't escape comparing it to the Nolan trilogy of Batman films. Overall, we enjoyed the film and looked forward to what comes next for this version of Batman. With that, we pass this off to you. What did you think of the film, and what are you hoping for next?
Read MoreErich and Jordan dive into the HBO show Euphoria in this episode. We covered themes, techniques, and character movements we enjoyed about the show. We also give our take based on the controversy the show has faced since it deals with mature topics set in high school. We believe that art in any more form allows for the audience to confront complex issues so that we may develop a better view of how others live or see the world.
Read MoreIn today's episode, I am joined by returning friend and guest Jordan Criss, and as always, we have a great conversation centered around Jordan's interests, film, and TV. Of course, that means it's Oscar season, so we dive into the current controversy around the Oscars. Mainly with Spider-Man No Way Home, not having as many awards as one might expect when it garners over $1 billion at the theaters. From there we highlight films we are looking forward to this year. We finally closed discussing our thoughts on the controversy around Euphoria.
Read MoreI was reflecting on four years of podcasting and creating content for Feeding Curiosity! I wanted to share how I think about this project and how it impacts my life and those I connect with! Thank you to everyone who's been a part of this project for the past four years.
Read MoreI'm joined by returning guests and friend Joe Jackowski in today's episode. We go deep on all of the psychological and philosophical ideas Joe has explored. We discuss the role consciousness and identity play in forming society, where society may be heading, and what we can do to steer this society in the right direction.
Read MoreSarry Ibrahim founded Financial Asset Protection after learning about the Infinite Banking Concept (the Bank On Yourself Concept). He saw this as an opportunity to save retirement accounts, real estate properties, and businesses from market failures and other risks. Sarry believes the number 1 rule to your money is ensuring it lives somewhere safe and accessible.
Read MoreIn this conversation, I am joined by Magi. Magi is an avid traveler, photographer, and, more recently, digital nomad. As travel opened up this year and through conversations with like-minded travelers on the app Clubhouse, the idea of becoming a digital nomad began to take shape. One of the silver linings of the last year is that the world is more accepting of such a hybrid lifestyle. We cover Magi's most recent adventure of a month-long solo backpacking trip to Costa Rica!
Read MoreThe crew sits down to discuss Denis Villeneuve's Dune! We break down the story of the film by combining our unique interests. Jordan brings his love of dialogue and understanding of film. Joe brings his view of psychology and symbolism to the characters and ideas presented. Finally, Erich brings attention to the technical aspects of the film. Overall Dune, is sci-fi masterfully executed with depth at many levels; you'll find a place for you to enjoy the movie.
Read MoreOn this episode, we are joined by my friends, Joe Jackowski and Jordan Criss, and in this particular episode, I wanted to talk to them about the act of being creative. Most specifically, one of the aspects I haven't covered because I let it go. But the fact that I didn't post anything on the podcasting front for almost a month. So partly, that is a lack of motivation on my part. And it's also, to be completely honest, not being completely prepared. But, it's not an excuse by any means because if you care about something, you take the time to do it, and you put in the effort to continue to do it.
But in any case, these things will ebb and flow with time. I completely understand that. But I did want to have a conversation with my two friends, who in many ways share the same creative leanings and yearnings as I do.
Read MoreAlec returns to the podcast! This time to share his journey and lessons from ultra running. We had this conversation just days before he would attempt the Stagecoach 100.
Read MoreToday on the podcast, I'm joined by Jordan Criss, a longtime friend, and guest. In many ways, this conversation was really us catching up after not talking for a couple of weeks. As always, it's a lot of fun for us to dive into all the things that we're thinking about, interested in or just the goings-on in life.
Topics we cover include storytelling in video games, VFX in films, photorealistic image enhancement, and more!
Read MoreToday on the podcast. I am joined by returning guests and good friend Joe Jackowski. We recorded this one in Michigan at the beginning of June, and really it was our way of catching up with each other. Since we hadn't spoken in a little while, basically, he was last on the podcast.
We reminisce about old times. Some of that is Joe's experience with the military, starting with things around pests and how we view insects of the world. From there, we get into the more usual topics that we typically explore around psychology.
More recently, we discuss some topics around the response to the pandemic, which we bring podcasts that left a mark on how we have been thinking. The first podcast is with Sarah Hallberg on Peter Attia’s podcast. The second podcast was Yeonmi Park on Jordan Peterson’s podcast. Both of these podcasts are well worth your time listening to.
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