Best Tim Maudlin Podcasts (2025)

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191 – Phone Calls, Police, and Pizza: Navigating Crisis as an Adoptive Parent 5:28

2d ago5:28

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As adoptive parents, we often face incredibly challenging moments, especially when our kids are struggling or make choices that push us to the brink. Hi Neighbor, When things go south, what can you do? You can call the therapist, the case worker, or sometimes, even the police. But what’s next? How can you be okay even if your kids aren’t? Today’s s…

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190 – A Hero Who Never Experienced the Joy of Being Called Daddy 5:53

5d ago5:53

5:53

He was called son. He was called grandson. He was called nephew. He was called cousin, and he was called brother. But he was never called husband. He was never called daddy, and he was never called grandpa because he never came home. I hope when I’m finished telling you his story, you might consider calling him hero. Hi Neighbor, This episode was r…

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251 - Eliezer Yudkowsky: Artificial Intelligence and the End of Humanity 2:51:13

5d ago2:51:13

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Eliezer Yudkowsky is a decision theorist, computer scientist, and author who co-founded and leads research at the Machine Intelligence Research Institute. He is best known for his work on the alignment problem—how and whether we can ensure that AI is aligned with human values to avoid catastrophe and harness its power. In this episode, Robinson and…

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189 – Why Should Adoptive Parents Nurture Their Relationships? 5:10

9d ago5:10

5:10

Feeling overwhelmed as an adoptive parent? You can’t pour from an empty cup! Hi Neighbor, Parenting, especially in adoptive families, can be overwhelming. There’s only so much you can give before you have nothing more to offer. Today’s segment, The Magic Is in Nurturing Your Relationships, comes from Episode 183. I want to encourage you to listen, …

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188 – Family-Time Matters! The Importance of Slowing Down and Making Memories for Adoptive Families 7:05

16d ago7:05

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Life as an adoptive family can feel like a never-ending whirlwind. What can adoptive parents do to help their family connect and find calm when feeling overwhelmed or stressed? Hi Neighbor, As adoptive parents, it’s easy to get swept away by busy schedules and endless to-dos. Life will pile on demands until you intentionally slow down. It’s okay to…

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250 - Norman Finkelstein: Trump, Israel, Gaza, and the Criminalization of Dissent 3:00:19

19d ago3:00:19

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Norman Finkelstein received his PhD from the Princeton University Politics Department, and is best known for his research on Israel and Palestine. Norman also appeared on episodes 192, 218, 228, and 244, where he addressed the facts and fictions generated by the Israel-Hamas War, October 6th, allegations of genocide and apartheid, Hezbollah, the Ho…

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187 – Adoptive Parents: Don’t Be Afraid to Go to Therapy 9:06

23d ago9:06

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Parenting an adopted child comes with unique challenges, and healing starts with you. Here’s how to truly support your adopted child and yourself. Hi Neighbor, Navigating the intricate journey of adoptive parenting presents unexpected hurdles, especially when trauma, healing, and family history are involved. Today’s segment, Don’t Be Afraid to Go t…

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186 – Manifestations of Unresolved Grief in Adopted Children: The Signs to Look For 9:51

30d ago9:51

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Unresolved grief isn’t always obvious: Grief in adopted children often goes unrecognized, especially in the early years. Challenging behaviors aren’t always just a phase, they can be signals of deeper emotional pain. Hi Neighbor, As adoptive parents, we strive to create safe and loving homes. Yet, sometimes, deeper emotional layers, like unresolved…

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249 - Chris Hedges: Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and the Rise of American Fascism 3:00:12

1M ago3:00:12

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Chris Hedges is a Pulitzer Prize–winning author and journalist who was a foreign correspondent for fifteen years for The New York Times. He has covered numerous wars across the decades, written many books—including America: The Farewell Tour and American Fascists: The Christian Right and the War on America—and has been involved in work for prisoner…

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185 – Understanding the Hidden Struggles of Adopted Children 8:32

1M ago8:32

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A lot of times, adopted children find it difficult to open up to their parents about the struggles they face regarding their adoption. Why is that? Hi Neighbor, Adoptive parenting isn’t all sunshine and rainbows. Understanding the hidden struggles of adopted kids can transform how we support and connect with them. Here are some powerful insights yo…

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184 – When Adoption is Like a Car Accident 10:53

1M ago10:53

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You can’t heal your child’s pain for them! What can adoptive parents do? Hi Neighbor, In this episode, I want to introduce a new format derived from the more information-packed episodes— short, digestible segments, each centering around a single key concept to support you on your parenting journey. Today’s segment, Adoption is Like a Car Accident, …

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248 - Richard Wolff: Trump, Hitler, and the End of the American Empire 3:11:18

2M ago3:11:18

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Richard Wolff is Professor Emeritus of Economics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a visiting professor at The New School, where he works on economics in the Marxist tradition. This is Richard’s eighth appearance on Robinson’s Podcast. In his last appearance, episode #243, he and Robinson discussed 2025 and the first weeks of Trump’s p…

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183 – Adoption Struggles: Wisdom I Wish I Had Known with Jane Baker 32:58

2M ago32:58

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It’s not uncommon for me to start getting them at about 11 or 12 because parents have noticed a big shift. When we start getting into it... a lot of it connects back to sadness, grieving, and loss about why didn’t they keep me? What’s wrong with me? Hi Neighbor, Adoption is built on loss. It’s a journey of processing this loss, especially during th…

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182 – Would He Hate Us for Loving Him This Much? The Struggles of an Adoptive Parent 16:00

2M ago16:00

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Would he hate us for loving him this much? We didn’t know. Would he see this as the ultimate act of betrayal? We didn’t know. Would he embrace the help we had finally found for him? We didn’t know. What we did know was our son needed help, help our love couldn't give him. Hi Neighbor, Can you imagine the heartbreak of watching your child struggle w…

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247 - Garry Nolan: Aliens | The Case They’re Already Here 3:22:24

2M ago3:22:24

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Dr. Nolan is the Rachford and Carlota A. Harris Professor in the Department of Pathology at Stanford University School of Medicine. He has published over 350 research articles and is the holder of 50 US patents, and has been honored as one of the top 25 inventors at Stanford University. He specializes in groundbreaking cancer and immunotherapy rese…

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181 – When Adoption Feels Overwhelming! Practice the Respite Principle 10:09

2M ago10:09

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To some extent, the adoption journey will take a personal toll on you. You might find it difficult to keep yourself regulated. There could be times when you’re easily triggered. You could experience physical and emotional abuse. There might be times when you feel overwhelmed. You can’t breathe. You’re out of control. You feel like you’re drowning. …

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180 – EMDR Therapy: A Powerful Tool for Adoptive Parents Navigating Trauma with Crystal Luk-Worrall 34:55

2M ago34:55

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When I work with parents, they ask me, have I done it right? Did I do something wrong? How could I have done it better? There is a lot of self-reflection, which is really healthy. But I’m also mindful of the emotional burden that adoptive parents carry all the time. ~Crystal Luk-Worrall Hi Neighbor, EMDR therapy for kids? Yes! Initially, for soldie…

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246 - Tim Maudlin: A Masterclass on General Relativity 4:22:07

3M ago4:22:07

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Tim Maudlin is Professor of Philosophy at NYU and Founder and Director of the John Bell Institute for the Foundations of Physics. This is Tim’s seventh appearance on the show. He last appeared on episode 237 for a masterclass on Albert Einstein’s theory of special relativity, explaining it from the ground up and elucidating some common misconceptio…

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179 – I Thought I Had Just Killed My Boys 20:09

3M ago20:09

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When I saw it, my heart sank. I thought I had just killed my boys. Hi Neighbor, I’m switching things up today! Instead of talking about adoption, I want to bring you a message of encouragement. We all face storms in life, and in this episode, I’ll share a weather-related story that reflects that struggle. It might start a little rough, but hang in …

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245 - Leonard Susskind: String Theory and the Black Hole War 2:00:10

3M ago2:00:10

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Leonard Susskind is Felix Block Professor of Physics at Stanford University. Along with other accomplishments, he is among the fathers of such revolutionary concepts in physics as string theory, black hole complementarity, the holographic principle, and the string-theoretic landscape. He was also the guest on episode #217, where he and Robinson dis…

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178 – You’re Not Alone! 3 Stories That Shape Adoption Struggles and Support 11:55

3M ago11:55

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Hi Neighbor, As adoptive parents, we often find ourselves grappling with questions, fears, and challenges unique to the adoption journey. In this episode, I want to share 3 stories that shape Adoption Struggles and Support. This podcast is deeply personal. Yes, it’s to support adoptive parents, but it’s also much more. I want you to know, you’re no…

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177 – How to be Okay Even When Your Kids Aren’t: Anchor Points for Adoptive Parents 10:03

3M ago10:03

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“Take hold of my instructions. Don’t let them go. Guard them, for they are the key to life.” ~Proverbs 4:13 Hi Neighbor, How can adoptive parents be okay even if their kids aren’t? May I suggest you hold on to an anchor. In this episode, I’ll consider a concept I call an ”anchor point,” which involves anchoring yourself in biblical principles to fi…

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244 - Norman Finkelstein: Donald J. Trump, Mossad Conspiracies in Israel, and the Dying Left 3:42:15

3M ago3:42:15

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Norman Finkelstein received his PhD from the Princeton University Politics Department, and is best known for his research on Israel and Palestine. In this episode, Norman and Robinson sit down for a discussion about Donald Trump, the latest from Israel, Palestine, and Gaza, and the dying Left. Norman also appeared on episode 192, where he and Robin…

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176 – Adoption Struggles and Support: Navigating Hard Conversations 8:19

3M ago8:19

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It’s a conversation I never wanted to have with my son, Jonny. It’s a conversation I hope adoptive parents never have to have with their children. But it’s a conversation you need to be prepared to have. Hi Neighbor, Today marks a change for this podcast. We’re pivoting from Anchors of Encouragement to Adoption Struggles and Support. In this episod…

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175 – Feeling Like a Wreck as an Adoptive Parent? How Practice Leads to Peace 7:00

3M ago7:00

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“The things you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.” ~Philippians 4:9 Hi Neighbor, In this episode, I’ll share a personal story from my adoption journey and how it inspired my words for the year. Ever think about the secret sauce to navigating the highs and lows of the ad…

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243 - Richard Wolff: Donald J. Trump and the Decline of the United States 3:40:26

4M ago3:40:26

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Richard Wolff is Professor Emeritus of Economics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a visiting professor at The New School, where he works on economics in the Marxist tradition. This is Richard’s seventh appearance on Robinson’s Podcast. In his last appearance, episode #230, he and Robinson discussed Richard’s arguments against electing…

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174 – Practical Techniques to Manage Triggers: Empty Mental Garbage 8:23

4M ago8:23

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Whenever you find yourself triggered and negative thoughts are running through your head, what can you do? May I suggest it's time to empty the garbage? Hi Neighbor, Welcome to another unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement. This is the last episode in our series where I’ve been laying the foundation for my words this year, giving you breadc…

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173 – Feeling Compassion: The Good Samaritan and the Invisible Wounds of Adoption 8:30

4M ago8:30

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“Then a despised Samaritan came along, and when he saw the man, he felt compassion for him.” ~Luke 10:33 NLT Hi Neighbor, Welcome to another unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement. In our previous episodes, I began laying the foundation for my words this year, giving you breadcrumbs to a word jumble. Here’s a hint: I’m going to reveal these …

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242 - Victor Davis Hanson: President Donald J. Trump and the Fate of the United States 1:16:42

4M ago1:16:42

1:16:42

Victor Davis Hanson is a renowned classicist, military historian, and political commentator. He is the Martin and Illie Anderson Senior Fellow in Residence in Classics and Military History at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. Among numerous other awards, Victor was presented with the National Humanities Medal in 2007. Victor most recentl…

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172 – From Anxious to Intentional: 4 Strategies for Adoptive Parents 7:55

4M ago7:55

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“Therefore, don’t worry about tomorrow, because tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” ~Matthew 6:34 CSB Hi Neighbor, Welcome to another unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement. In our previous episodes, I began laying the foundation for my words this year, giving you breadcrumbs to a word jumble. Here’s a …

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241 - Raphael Bousso: The Cold Truth About Quantum Mechanics 1:37:34

4M ago1:37:34

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Raphael Bousso is the Chancellor’s Chair in Physics at the Berkeley Center for Theoretical Physics, where he leads the Bousso Group in research on quantum gravity and quantum information. He is a renowned string theorist famous also for his development of the string theoretic landscape and the Bousso bound in holography. In this episode, Robinson a…

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171 – Words Like Honey: The Impact of Kind Words on the Adoptive Journey 6:17

4M ago6:17

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“Kind words are like honey, sweet to the soul and healthy for the body..” ~Proverbs 16:24 NLT Hi Neighbor, Welcome to another unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement. In our previous episodes, I began laying the foundation for my words this year, giving you breadcrumbs to a word jumble. Here’s a hint: I’m going to reveal these words slowly. W…

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240 - Peter Godfrey-Smith: Cuttlefish, Octopuses, and the Consciousness of Mysterious Minds 1:31:22

5M ago1:31:22

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Robinson’s Podcast #240 - Peter Godfrey-Smith: Cuttlefish, Octopuses, and the Consciousness of Mysterious Minds Peter Godfrey-Smith is a professor in the School of History and Philosophy of Science at the University of Sydney. He has also taught at Stanford University and Harvard University. Among other topics, he has researched the philosophy of b…

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170 – The Principle of Generosity: Practical Tips to Refresh and Enrich Adoptive Parents 8:15

5M ago8:15

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“The generous will prosper. Those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.” ~Proverbs 11:25 NLT Hi Neighbor, Welcome you to another unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement. In our previous episodes, I began laying the foundation for my words this year, giving you breadcrumbs to a word jumble. Here’s a hint: I’m going to reveal these w…

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169 – Embracing Stillness to Self-Regulation and Inner Calm 7:56

5M ago7:56

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“When snow falls, nature listens.” ~Antoinette van Kleeff When snow falls, nature seems to slow down. Everything becomes quieter and calmer. Wouldn't it be wonderful if we could harness that sense of calm for ourselves? I believe we can. Hi Neighbor, Welcome you to another unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement, this one during a winter stor…

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168 – Support for Adoptive Parents: 2 Are Better Than 1 But 3 Is Even Better! 6:36

5M ago6:36

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“All for One and One for All!” Hi Neighbor, Welcome you to another unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement. In our previous episode, I began laying the foundation for my words this year, giving you breadcrumbs, if you will, to a word jumble. Here’s a hint: I’m going to reveal these words slowly. We’ll dive deep into their meanings by breaking…

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167 – Affirmations for Adoptive Parents in the New Year 8:15

5M ago8:15

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“Your road led through the sea, Your pathway through the mighty waters, a pathway no one knew was there.” ~Psalm 77:19 Hi Neighbor, Welcome you to another unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement. Today, I’m going to begin revealing what my words are for the coming year. Here’s a hint: I’m going to reveal these words slowly. We’ll dive deep in…

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239 - Ned Block: Consciousness, Artificial Intelligence, and the Philosophy of Mind 1:35:12

5M ago1:35:12

1:35:12

Ned Block is Silver Professor at New York University in the Departments of Philosophy and Psychology, where he works on the philosophy of mind, the philosophy of neuroscience, and cognitive science. In this episode, Robinson and Ned discuss some of the titans he studied under, ChatGPT and the nature of artificial intelligence, the Turing Test, andr…

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166 – What’s Your Word? How to Navigate the Challenges of Adoption with a Guiding Word for the New Year 14:21

5M ago14:21

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Hi Neighbor, December is a month where a lot of us select our word for the coming year. A word to provide a compass and guidance and direction as we anticipate the challenges and aspirations of the coming year. Have you ever chosen a word to guide you through the year? As we enter the New Year, I want to encourage you to choose a word, or words, th…

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165 – 3 Steps to Help Adoptive Parents See the Silver Linings in Adoption Challenges 6:11

5M ago6:11

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“When the dark clouds of despair have darkened the pathway of life's progress, just remember that behind each cloud is a silver lining, if you will only learn to see it.” ~Napoleon Hill Hi Neighbor, Adoptive parents sometimes face dark clouds of adversity in their adoption journeys, but remember: every dark cloud has a silver lining. In this journa…

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238 - Barry Loewer: What Is The Philosophy of Science? 2:01:01

6M ago2:01:01

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Barry Loewer is Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Rutgers. Before that he did his PhD in philosophy at Stanford. Barry works largely in the philosophy of physics, the philosophy of science, and metaphysics. This is Barry’s third appearance on the show. He was last on episode 189 with David Albert, in which Robinson, David, and Barry discusse…

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164 – Journaling Prompts: How Adoptive Parents Can Partner With God to Persist in Life 11:25

6M ago11:25

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He faced one discouraging obstacle after another, yet through it all, he persisted. How did he do it? First, he partnered with God. Hi Neighbor, In this journaling episode, I’ll share a journaling prompt inspired by the story of one of my favorite Bible characters. I’ll also share with you an easy way to begin journaling even if you have never done…

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237 - Tim Maudlin: A Masterclass on Special Relativity 2:03:40

6M ago2:03:40

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Tim Maudlin is Professor of Philosophy at NYU and Founder and Director of the John Bell Institute for the Foundations of Physics. This is Tim’s seventh appearance on the show. He last appeared on episode 210 with David Albert for a discussion of the measurement problem in quantum mechanics. In this episode, Tim and Robinson talk about Albert Einste…

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163 – How to Support Struggling Adoptive Parents with Compassion 7:56

6M ago7:56

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The adoption journey can be difficult and adoptive parents often need support but won’t ask for it. What’s the solution? A kind gesture! Hi Neighbor, In this journaling episode, I’ll share a kindness quote and show how it can be used to support adoptive parents. We’ll consider how important compassion is in supporting adoptive parents through their…

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Justin Clarke-Doane | Mathematics, Reality, and Morality 2:34:12

6M ago2:34:12

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Justin Clarke-Doane is a professor of philosophy at Columbia University, whose interests span metaethics, epistemology, and the philosophy of logic & mathematics. In this thought provoking-discussion, Justin and I go deep into topics that are typically neglected by most mathematicians and scientists, namely the philosophy of mathematics and moralit…

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236 - David Albert: A Masterclass on Time’s Arrow 2:02:11

6M ago2:02:11

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David Albert is the Frederick E. Woodbridge Professor of Philosophy at Columbia University, director of the Philosophical Foundations of Physics program at Columbia, and a faculty member of the John Bell Institute for the Foundations of Physics. This is David’s ninth appearance on Robinson’s Podcast. He last appeared on episode 221 to discuss the m…

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162 – Embracing the Gift of Time With Journaling 5:49

6M ago5:49

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Whenever life is interrupted, whenever you lose a loved one, or whenever you turn around and all of a sudden your kids are grown, it’s then that a lot of people understand just how precious time is. Hi Neighbor!⁣ Are you grateful for the time you have? We all have a finite amount of time. We just don’t know how finite. Whenever life is interrupted,…

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161 – Feel Alone as an Adoptive Parent? 7 Benefits to Embrace an Anchor of Encouragement 17:02

6M ago17:02

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If you’re an adoptive parent who feels like you’re all alone, I’m here to tell you there are other adoptive parents who feel the same way. They are going through the same struggles as you. What can you do when you feel this way? I believe it’s important to hold on to and embrace an anchor of encouragement. Hi Neighbor!⁣ Adoptive parenting can often…

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235 - Janna Levin: How to Survive a Black Hole 2:04:23

6M ago2:04:23

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Janna Levin is the Claire Tow Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Barnard College of Columbia University. She is also the Chair and Founding Director of the Science Studios at Pioneer Works. In this episode, Robinson and Janna talk all about black holes and how to survive them. More particularly, they discuss how black holes were discovered both …

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160 – 7 Ways for Adoptive Parents to Find Support and Achieve Respite 9:04

7M ago9:04

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Have you ever had one of those days? A really hard day with your adopted child? You’re at your wit’s end! What do you do? Maybe it’s time to hit the Pause Button! Hi Neighbor! There are days when adoption can be really hard. In this episode of Anchors of Encouragement, we’ll consider 7 ways for adoptive parents to find support and achieve respite. …

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