Alexander and I discuss why lies have become so dominant in our modern culture and what we as regular citizens can do to combat this.

Topics:

◉ Lies help in the short term but never in the long game.

◉ Our brains are wired to believe lies.

◉ We should all become like lawyers in how we think.

◉ The lost art of fact checking

◉ The best way to terminate a lie is to refute it!

◉ Banning speech is never the answer.

◉ The power of creating a truth ledger on the internet.

Continuing with the events of January 6th, Brett and I take a break from our Roman Empire series to discuss some of the safeguards that protect our republic and how an informed citizenry is requisite to maintaining that democracy.

In light of recent events and the storming of the nation's capitol, I am joined by Kenny who asks me some important questions as to why we as a country are so divided.

I am joined by Jim who discusses the importance of archetypes throughout the ages and the importance of good role models.

Topics:

◉ The Greeks Gods, walking embodiments of the best and worst in us.

◉ Archetypes are still living within our culture.

◉ The importance of superheroes.

◉ Does what we idolize influence our behavior or is it the reverse?

◉ Video games and the rise of the negative archetype simulation.

◉ Negative archetypes have the power to promote a more apathetic society.

◉ The need for media that lionizes what we truly cherish in this world.

◉ The need to enmesh the old cannon within new media.

Alexander and I try and create a podcast for the ages on the importance of being remembered for all the right reasons.

Topics:

◉ There has never been so many opportunities for the common person to leave behind a footprint.

◉ People tend to remember accomplishment not pleasure.

◉ Legacy tends to favor those who uplifted the human condition.

◉ The pros and cons of family dynasties.

◉ The problems with 'wealth' legacies.

◉ History smiles favorably upon those pushing the needle forward.

◉ A terrible means will NOT be forgiven by a glorious outcome.

◉ Changing the focus on who we worship in the here and now.

Kenny and I, respectfully discuss the importance of having respect for not only oneself but for others as well.

Topics:

◉ Basic fundamental human respect.

◉ No one life is more valuable than another...period.

◉ Be careful with how you treat people as things always change.

◉ Respect in the workplace is a bit different.

◉ We can't help but respect those who work hard from those who don't.

◉ How respect is achieved does matter.

◉ What happens if a title or rank is achieved through unfair means?

◉ At times we must bend the knee to the one writing the checks.

◉ Having enough respect for yourself to walk away.

This episode is the seventh part of a larger series in which I am joined by Roman Empire expert Brett Davidoff, as we discuss some of the parallels of ancient Rome to the United States and other historical instances of democratic decay. In this episode we discuss the prosperous rule of the emperor Vespasian.

This episode is the seventh part of a larger series in which I am joined by Roman Empire expert Brett Davidoff, as we discuss some of the parallels of ancient Rome to the United States and other historical instances of democratic decay. In this episode we discuss the sick rule of the emperor Nero.

Patrick and I discuss some of the difficult questions that one must ask themselves before deciding to become a parent.

Topics:

◉ Biological imperative to multiply?

◉ A child will not change your core personality predispositions.

◉ Take your 20s as an opportunity to know thy self.

◉ More personality tests to help people discover if parenthood is right for them.

◉ America's corrosion of the middleclass makes it difficult to raise children straight out of high school.

◉ People need to know their options before they can make an informed decision.

◉ The dark...dark...dark...secrets of every educator.

◉ Our 'shyness' regarding conversations about sex.

◉ If we are truly serious about ending poverty...we need to invest more in serious sex ed talks.

◉ Removing the stigma from older women who don't wish to have kids.

◉ Mastering loneliness might also be the key to our salvation.