Best Theodore Powers Podcasts (2025)

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Slavoj Žižek on philosophy today | The madness of reality 38:03

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Slavoj Žižek is back in a new interview where he takes us through his thoughts on the role of philosophy, the future of sex, his fear and love of AI and, as always, so much more. Tune in to hear one of contemporary philosophy's most original and darkly comedic minds expose his thoughts on the present and where we are heading - though that is imposs…

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Seeq and You Shall Find: Killing the Directory Era 22:09

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In this episode of The Disruptor Podcast, host John Kundtz sits down with Jon Levesque, Founder and CEO of Seeq, to explore why the age of static directories such as Google, Yelp, and star ratings is officially over. Jon shares how Seeq, the world’s first Experience Network, transforms social content into living, bookable experiences. Instead of en…

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The Disclosure Deception | Choose Your Kingdom 1:35:25

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Watch on YouTube Headlines are calling it “non-human intelligence,” but the deeper question is allegiance: which kingdom are we dealing with, and how do we respond without fear or naivety? We take you from congressional hearings and military UAP videos to the places most shows won’t go—historical occult roots, theological implications of “life out …

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Episode 16: S4E16 Season 4 Reflection 1:00:14

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In this reflection episode of the TODOS podcast, hosts Theodore Chao and Shari Kaku discuss their experiences and insights from focus on Asian American identity within mathematics education. They explore the impact of the Teaching for Justice Conference, the implications of the model minority stereotype, and the importance of storytelling in mathem…

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How to fathom timelessness | Peter Sjöstedt-Hughes 31:23

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What should time mean to us? Peter Sjöstedt-Hughes is a philosopher of mind who specialises in the thought of Alfred North Whitehead, Friedrich Nietzsche, and Benedict de Spinoza, and in fields pertaining to panpsychism and altered states of mind. In this talk, he combines insights from psychedelic experiences with an intriguing view put forward by…

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After postmodernism | Hilary Lawson, Robin van den Akker, Abby Innes, Sophie Scott-Brown 47:13

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Hugely influential in the latter decades of the 20th century, postmodernism transformed many academic disciplines and culture at large. Associated with an attack on objective truth and the uniqueness of meaning, it called into question the whole edifice of knowledge which Western culture had previously glorified. But it left many lost, and in the w…

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The language of the unconscious: Pyschoanalysis and AI | Alenka Zupančič 29:46

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Creating Blue Oceans After the Sale: Ken Rapp’s Product Experience Revolution 26:15

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Can you create blue oceans after the sale? In this episode of The Disruptor Podcast, host John Kundtz sits down with Ken Rapp, CEO and co-founder of BluStream, to discuss how to escape pre-sale “red ocean” battles by winning the ownership moment. Born from a cracked acoustic guitar and a missing post-sale experience, Ken’s Product Experience (PX) p…

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Aftershock and Awakening | Kingdom Perspective on Current Events 1:28:20

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Watch on YouTube A single feed can shake a world—and also wake it up. When a public murder ricocheted across the internet, the outrage machine roared, but something else broke through the noise: a surge of raw hunger for God. We trace the shock, the manipulation, and the unexpected fruit, and we talk plainly about what it means to fight spiritual b…

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The Enlightenment is racist (and why) | Kehinde Andrews 20:38

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The Enlightenment has faced a lot of criticism in recent years - its defenders and detractors often come head to head, scrambling to articulate its ultimate value or lack thereof to contemporary society. This podcast contributes to this wider debate and question facing all those interested in philosophy and politics: Are Enlightenment ideas salvage…

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Prayer & Miracles from the Front Lines with Ryan Skoog 1:23:56

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Watch on YouTube What if the most powerful catalysts for spiritual revival aren't sophisticated strategies or cutting-edge methodologies, but something far more fundamental—prayer rooted in friendship with Jesus? Ryan Skoog, founder of Venture.org and author of "Lead with Prayer," takes us on a riveting journey into what he calls the "three uns"—un…

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The Life and Times of Theodor Joseph Kundtz 37:10

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In this episode of The Disruptor, host John M. Kundtz takes listeners on a personal and historical journey into the remarkable life of his great-grandfather, Theodor Joseph Kundtz, an immigrant craftsman whose vision helped shape Cleveland and Lakewood at the turn of the 20th century. From his humble beginnings in Metzenseifen (today Medzev, Slovak…

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The struggle for the good life | Massimo Pigliucci on ancient philosophy for the modern era 29:29

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We all want to live the good life. But how many of us can claim to be truly content? Join philosopher and evolutionary biologist Massimo Pigliucci as he argues that pleasure, character, and a healthy dose of doubt, form the basis of the good life, and that purpose in life is crucial to realising our potential. Massimo Pigliucci is a renowned philos…

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Psychedelics and the structure of reality | Julian Baggini, Eileen Hall, and James Rucker 46:51

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Truth, delusion and psychedelic reality Do psychedelics reveal hidden layers of reality, or are we simply tripping? Psychedelics are back in the cultural zeitgeist, this time as a treatment for mental health issues. However, critics argue that psychedelics only work by replacing mental illness with a distorted view of reality - but, is this an accu…

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The unconscious mind: Is the unconscious real? 48:58

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The unconscious has become a well-known feature of our human lived experience since Freud. We often refer to unwanted impulses, suppressed thoughts, unconscious desires, and the like. But what IS the unconscious? Is it just an easy excuse for our behaviour? Or is it a necessary piece of what it means to be human? Join our diverse and rich panel as …

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How to WOW Customers for Life: Disney Secrets for Main Street Businesses 29:38

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What if your business could deliver Disney-level customer experiences—without Disney’s budget? In this episode of The Disruptor Podcast, host John Kundtz sits down with Vance Morris, a former Walt Disney World leader turned entrepreneur and customer experience authority. From cast member to carpet cleaner to consultant, Vance has built a career pro…

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Won by Love | From Satanism to Salvation with Riaan & Adele 1:42:04

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Watch on YouTube What happens when a former Satanist who orchestrated 8,000 witches to curse a woman ends up not only finding Christ but becoming her ministry partner? In this powerful episode of Blood and Oil, we witness one of the most extraordinary testimonies of God's redemptive work as Adele and Riaan share their journey from darkness to light…

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A landscape of consciousness | Robert Lawrence Kuhn and Hilary Lawson 41:19

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Will we ever reach a conclusive, agreed-upon theory of consciousness? Over the millennia of recorded history, countless stories, theories, and arguments have emerged to explain the origins of consciousness. And yet, here we are in 2025 - post-Plato, post-Descartes, post-scientific revolution - and still we don't understand the phenomenon of conscio…

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Will psychedelics revolutionize mental health treatment? | Matthew Johnson, Shayla Love, and Kevin Sabet 49:34

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The psychedelic revolution Will LSD, Psilocybin, MDMA, and Ketamine treatments live up to the hype? For decades, psychedelics were derided as dangerous recreational drugs; now many claim they have the potential to revolutionise the treatment of mental health. With hundreds of clinical trials now taking place, the psychedelic therapeutic market is p…

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Spirit Empowered | The God Who Works Through His People 1:31:57

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The divine partnership between God and humanity stands as one of Christianity's most beautiful mysteries. Why would the Creator of everything choose to work through flawed, broken vessels to accomplish His purposes? In this profound conversation, we explore how God invites former enemies into kingdom collaboration. Using the powerful imagery of the…

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The illusion of separation | Jessica Frazier on the Monism of Hindu philosophy 24:39

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Indian philosophy and the search for unity In our everyday lives we act as though we are all separate individuals, but is this really the case? Jessica Frazer argues that reality is ultimately unified, and that this shift in perspective can change the way we live our lives. It can help you lose your isolated ego and escape feelings of alienation fr…

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Preludes are for Losers - Prelude 5:55

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Doctor No gets interrupted by Doctor Where and Doctor Body. This prelude hints at where the first episode will take place. Doctor No is voiced by Theodore Powers Doctor Body is voiced by Josie Hickok Doctor Where is voiced by Arthur Mcintyre-ForestBy Jack 'o Constellations

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Waking up is a curse. But reality is a blessing...or was it a nightmare? Doctor No. is voiced by Theodore PowersBy Jack 'o Constellations

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The limits of nothingness | Peter van Inwagen 27:44

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From philosophy to science, metaphysics to psychology, the idea of 'nothing' is central to the universe, existence and experience as a whole. But the nature of 'nothing' is even more bewildering than we might first imagine. Parmenides argued that non-being is impossible because thinking about nothing is still something. Join philosopher Peter van I…

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Don’t Build for Your Dog: The Case for Human-Centered Design in a World Obsessed with AI 26:37

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When founders design products for themselves, or worse, for their “dog,” failure is almost inevitable. In this episode of The Disruptor Podcast, host John Kundtz sits down with Oksana Kovalchuk, founder and CEO of ANODA. This leading UX/UI design agency has guided more than 200 startups through Techstars and beyond. From writing her first line of c…

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The Problem of Evil | Wrestling with Theodicy 1:21:57

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Why would a loving God allow evil to exist? This question has troubled seekers and believers for centuries, yet remains uniquely challenging for Christianity compared to other faith traditions. In this thought-provoking episode, we explore theodicy—the problem of evil—from multiple angles that will challenge and deepen your understanding. The conve…

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Is free will an illusion? The chemistry of freedom | Patrick Haggard, George Ellis, Jennifer Hornsby 40:10

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The question of free will - and whether we have it or not - is age-old across philosophy, religion, and human thought in general. Having free will allows us to have meaning, responsibility, reward and punishment. Yet discoveries in neuroscience have put our ability to choose, outside of a set of neuronal reactions, in question. Do we have free will…

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Christus Victor | The Gospel and Spiritual Warfare 1:37:12

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What does it mean to live in spiritual victory? Christ won a decisive battle in His death and resurrection, yet many Christians still approach spiritual warfare as if they're fighting for victory rather than from victory. In this illuminating episode, we unpack the profound implications of Christ's triumph over the demonic realm. The cross wasn't j…

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Has the world gone to Hell? | Slavoj Žižek on fascism, shame, and dirty jokes 41:11

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Žižek: "Trump did what The Left couldn't" As we look around at the state of the modern world, it's very easy to get disheartened - and that's putting it lightly! From pointless wars and endless suffering to the decline of social bonds and trustworthy institutions, there really is a lot to get you down. Fortunately, maverick philosopher Slavoj Žižek…

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Video games and the meaning of life | James Tartaglia 27:49

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Video games are changing how we think. Many are so realistic that some argue they are becoming reality. In this talk by philosopher James Tartaglia, he uncovers the relationship between games and reality. James Tartaglia is Professor of Metaphysical Philosophy at Keele University. His latest book is Inner Space Philosophy: Why the Next Stage of Hum…

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Design Thinking Meets Nonprofit Leadership: A Practical Guide 7:19

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John Kundtz introduces his new book, "The Five-Step Not-for-Profit Strategy Blueprint," designed to help executive directors strengthen collaboration, governance, and growth. This interview-style review examines how nonprofits can transform strategic planning from static documents into dynamic processes that drive meaningful impact through stakehol…

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The philosophy of literature SPECIAL | George Orwell, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Aldous Huxley, and more 44:01

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How literature helps us to understand morality, totalitarian politics, and the life of Jesus Christ. Join the team at the IAI for four articles about great, classic literature, covering world-renowned authors such as George Orwell, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Clarice Lispector, to name but a few. These articles were written by Michael Marder, Emrah Atasoy, …

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How other species challenge our idea of consciousness | Peter Godfrey-Smith 21:13

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In this IAI Studio interview, philosopher and science writer Peter Godfrey-Smith explores the evolution of consciousness and the enduring mystery of the mind–body problem. Drawing on his work with octopuses and other animals, he argues that consciousness emerged gradually through increasingly complex forms of sensory-motor interaction, rather than …

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Rethinking ERP: AI-Driven Workflow Innovation 26:50

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In this episode of The Disruptor Podcast, host John Kundtz sits down with Harish Chandramowli, founder of Flaire Software, to explore how AI is revolutionizing traditional ERP systems. Drawing on his background in cloud security at MongoDB and Bloomberg, Harish shares how his deep technical expertise and hands-on experience led him to create Flaire…

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Episode 15: Episode 15: Susie Hakånsson 1:05:20

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In this powerful episode of the TODOS Podcast, legendary mathematics educator Susie Håkansson opens up about her Chinese American identity and what it was like growing up as a Toisan American in 1940s–50s Los Angeles. A pioneering leader with over 60 years of leadership in mathematics education, Susie shares how her cultural identity shaped her jou…

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The Power of Gathering | Safety in the Church at the End of the Age 1:39:47

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What do persecuted Christians around the world crave most? Not just Bibles, but the ability to gather freely in worship. While Western believers debate whether church attendance really matters, underground believers risk their lives just to meet together. This spiritual disconnect reveals something profound about what's truly at stake. In this powe…

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Utopia and human nature | Paul Bloom 27:15

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Human nature and the possibility of utopia The idea of utopia - of a perfect society devoid of suffering and inequality - is planted firmly in the human imagination and psyche. From pre-biblical times to Thomas More and communism and beyond, widely disparate groups have attempted to plan or create a utopia. But is it achievable? And if not, why not…

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More choice means less freedom | Psychologist Barry Schwartz 18:32

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Why more is less We're surrounded by choice - an endless sea of possible paths we might take. However, does the overwhelming range of choices leave us better off or worse? In general, we tend to think that more is better, but Barry Schwartz, author of the ground-breaking book 'The Paradox of Choice', argues that this view is mistaken. More can lead…

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The limits of logic: Should we embrace the irrational? |Iain McGilchrist, Beatrix Campbell, Simon Blackburn 43:28

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Our culture prizes logic and rationality, if not above all else, as two of the most fundamental social traits. But are we missing out by overlooking the irrational? Can logic explain everything, or what is it missing? And is it possible to live (and enjoy) a life led by logic? Logic, in philosophy and beyond, seems to always to be self-evidently ri…

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Consciousness begins in the body | Antonio Damasio 30:56

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We tend to believe consciousness is purely mental. And since Descartes' "I think therefore I am", we've privileged the mind as the centrepiece of thought and consciousness. But such a view is mistaken argues award-winning neuroscientist Antonio Damasio. Feelings, long dismissed as secondary to thinking, are where consciousness begins, and are deepl…

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Unity in the Body | Healing Church Divisions 1:37:31

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What happens when the people we're called to love become the hardest to get along with? In this raw, honest conversation about church conflict and unity, we unpack the messy reality of Christian community and offer gospel-centered wisdom for navigating the tensions. The discussion begins by examining a crucial distinction many believers miss: when …

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The Selfish and The Selfless SPECIAL | JD Vance, Pope Francis, and the 10 Commandments 45:09

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What can JD Vance's arguments with Pope Francis teach us about selfishness, altruism, and the morality of the modern world? Join the team at the IAI for four articles about egoism, self-sacrifice, and everything in between, analysing a range of subjects, including: Friedrich Nietzsche and his rivalry with former maestro Arthur Schopenhauer; the 10 …

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Being mindful in a mindless world | Ellen Langer 22:46

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The mindful body with Ellen Langer Can mindfulness be contagious? Ellen Langer's research certainly seems to suggest that's the case. As Professor of Psychology at Harvard University and the author of 'The Mindful Body', Ellen has racked up decades of experience and numerous awards during her investigations into the impact of mindful living. In thi…

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The beautiful in philosophy | Babette Babich, Paul Ernest, Ankhi Mukherjee, Sarah Wilson 42:00

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The good, the bad, and the beautiful What is beauty? Why are we so drawn to it? And should we be - or is it a distraction? The philosophy of aesthetics and beauty has a long and fascinating history. Over the millennia, while we mostly agree on the essential nature of this ephemeral thing, "beauty", we disagree on the reasons why it is important, on…

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Call Me By My Name | A Testimony of Finding the True Jesus 1:34:53

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What happens when all your spiritual practices fail to protect your family from darkness? In this riveting testimony, Noel Wheeler takes us on her extraordinary journey from the depths of occult exploration to an undeniable encounter with Jesus Christ. From nightmares that started at age two to shamanic rituals by nine, Noel's early experiences wit…

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Episode 14: Episode 14: Rebalancing Math Education with Niral Shah 1:10:41

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Dr. Niral Shah joins the TODOS Podcast to explore the complexities of Asian American identity in mathematics education. Reflecting on his experiences as a South Asian student and teacher, Shah unpacks how racialized narratives like the model minority myth both hypervisibilize and dehumanize Asian learners. He introduces the metaphor of a “bubble le…

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A world without values | Janne Teller, Dale Turner, Robin van den Akker, Isabel Hilton 44:37

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Once values such as justice and equality were agreed upon by all. Now they are identified by some as vehicles to entrench or overturn power. On the left, 'justice' as a means to sustain and impose privilege, 'truth' as an attempt to claim enduring authority. On the right, 'diversity' and 'equality' as means to undermine the status quo in favour of …

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Lawlessness Abounds | Finding Faith Amidst the Chaos 1:26:07

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What happens when the world seems to be falling apart around us? In this deeply insightful episode of Blood and Oil, Pastor Jesse, Zane, and Terrence dive into the biblical perspective on our increasingly chaotic world. Drawing from Matthew 24 and other prophetic scriptures, they identify three critical signs of the end times that are manifesting b…

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The challenge to optimism | Angus Deaton 21:34

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The economy is a vital part of the way we understand our lives and our politics more generally. But after years of growth, development, and progress, on the surface everything is rosy. But as Nobel Laureate Angus Deaton argues, behind the big picture many people have been left behind by the modern economy, and this is precisely because of the blind…

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Is Design Dead? Saving Design in the Modern Enterprise 18:32

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Design isn't dead, but it's evolving fast Nick Cawthon, the founder of Gauge, a San Francisco–based consultancy, joins John on this episode of The Disruptor Podcast to explore why traditional enterprise design often fails and how smarter strategies can bridge the gap between creativity and business value. Highlights Why commoditization pushed Nick …