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What is Effective Philosophy? Juan and I simplify hard to grasp concepts into pragmatic takeaways that can be applied to every day life (fitness, goal setting, work, parenting, travel, hobbies, finances, etc.,). We go live every Sunday @ 9am AEST.
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The Hilarity Of Scots Wikipedia (Episode #140 - Meanderings) - S1E283
How much damage can one eager American do in an obscure Wikipedia language? In this episode of 'Meanderings' Juan and I discuss: the recent lockdown in Brisbane, the story of the Scots Wikipedia scandal and why you can't reference Wikipedia, Kyrin's new Space Jam shirt, feeling comfortable in extravagant fashion, why there…
How much damage can one eager American do in an obscure Wikipedia language? In this episode of…
17 January 2021 | 00:41:18
GARY WALDON | Sorting Your Sh!t Out & Sharing Personal Experiences: Mere Mortals Conversation #36 - S1E278
Gary Waldon is the author of the book 'Sort Your Sh!t Out' and a transformational change specialist. Coming across his CV I remarked to myself that he has been doing career hopping before it was cool. Some of his previous jobs include: topless waiter, gym instructor, bank teller, teacher, lecturer, consultant and all around…
Gary Waldon is the author of the book 'Sort Your Sh!t Out' and a transformational…
16 January 2021 | 01:03:44
Is It Possible To Enjoy Being Oppressed? (Episode #139 - Oppression) - S1E276
Can a person/people be brainwashed into liking the cruel exercise of authority? In this themed episode Juan and I discuss the topic of 'Oppression'. The convo begins with a tightening of the definition before discussing whether this topic has ever been a personal concern for ourselves. We then go over some examples from history and…
Can a person/people be brainwashed into liking the cruel exercise of authority? In this themed…
15 January 2021 | 00:41:25
Eminent Human Being (Episode #138 - Musings) - S1E274
How is Juan planning on becoming an eminent human being? In this episode of 'Musings' Juan and I discuss: the joys one can get from the process of setting and achieving goals, knowing when and where to communicate your goals to others, changing your value system, creating a daily tracking system for oneself, when measuring your own…
How is Juan planning on becoming an eminent human being? In this episode of 'Musings'…
13 January 2021 | 00:36:09
Being Naive Enough to Start 🙉 - 4M's #53 - S1E277
Being Naive enough doesn't have to be a bad thing always, just enough that it lets you get started in a pursuit most others might not consider.
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Being Naive enough doesn't have to be a bad thing always, just enough that it lets you get…
11 January 2021 | 00:02:38
Duct Tape For Shoes (Episode #137 - Meanderings) - S1E272
Maybe it is better to use duct tape for shoes instead of running barefoot? In this episode of 'Meanderings' Juan and I discuss: why a witches hat is the optimal shade protection, virtual reality so good that you wouldn't want to leave, people who are so optimistic that you can't stand being around them, the human…
Maybe it is better to use duct tape for shoes instead of running barefoot? In this episode of…
10 January 2021 | 00:25:51
BRENDAN JAYO | Opinions Of The Wim Hof Method & Esoteric Practices: Mere Mortals Conversation #35 - S1E271
Three-peat guest Brendan Jayo is back for another conversation. The bulk of this conversation revolves around the Wim Hof Method and how both of us have fared with it. Our ultimate conclusion seems to be that it is potentially useful for those with health problems but both of us being young and healthy, we didn't see any big changes to…
Three-peat guest Brendan Jayo is back for another conversation. The bulk of this conversation…
09 January 2021 | 00:39:04
Some Men Want To Watch The World Burn (Episode #136 - Nihilism) - S1E270
Why does a loss of meaning lead to despair and destructiveness? In this themed episode Juan and I discuss the topic of 'Nihilism'. As usual we start off with our MMM's and a definition before talking a little bit about the history of the word. The Russians of course have the market cornered on all things despair related so…
Why does a loss of meaning lead to despair and destructiveness? In this themed episode Juan and…
08 January 2021 | 00:44:58
Mere Mortals Monthly Goals - January 2021 - S1E267
Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first Thursday of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous month's goals and how we will fix that for the month…
Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first…
07 January 2021 | 00:30:41
Trying Too Hard To Impress People (Episode #135 - Musings) - S1E269
Have you ever noticed yourself telling stories or taking unusual actions to try and impress someone? In this episode of 'Musings' Juan and I discuss: how to know when you are telling a story because it is interesting for the convo versus stoking your own ego, the paradox of conflicting truths and how to psychologically handle that,…
Have you ever noticed yourself telling stories or taking unusual actions to try and impress…
06 January 2021 | 00:40:49