Ep. 138 - True Crime

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07/24/23 • 78 min

In this episode we talk about the media genre of true crime and its effects on its viewers. Why are people so fascinated by true crime shows and podcasts? Ennui? Morbid fascination? A desire for a greater sense of security? Death drive? Next, we address what we think viewers are taking away from these shows, and we conclude with the suggestion that they are more harmful than good.

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Ep. 137 - The Language of Astrology

In this episode we're joined by our good friend Kelsie (aka DJ Chia Pudding) to talk about astrology. Kelsie speaks with us about how she uses astrology as a language to navigate experience. Along the way, we consider some of the differences between ancient and modern forms of astrology, talk about ways that astrological thinking shows up in other areas of social life, and emphasize the importance of working within the tensions of (sign) compatibility.

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Ep. 139 - Movement Matters

In this episode we talk our movements - and the conditions that organize them. What do our transportation habits and infrastructure reveal about our social norms? Who yields to whom when passing on a narrow sidewalk? How functional are our organizing systems of movement, and do they reflect more freedom or constraint? These are some of the questions we entertain in a winding discussion about our everyday patterns of motility.

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