Judgement Time

This week, Angus, Naomi, and Piper delve into "The Night Before Thanksgiving” written by Sarah Orne Jewett, a heartwarming tale that captures the essence of an elderly woman's Thanksgiving experience. Despite the limitations brought on by old age, through her resilience and cherished memories, she finds solace and joy even in solitude. The unexpected arrival of a guest on the night before Thanksgi...

In this episode, we delve into the enchanting world of "Big Hero 6," the animated masterpiece that brings to life a future where innovation and heroism intertwine. As we unpack the film's futuristic plot, join us in celebrating the positive technological strides it envisions and how they resonate with our aspirations for the future. From healthcare advancements to the promise of robo...

Join us as we dive into the dystopian world of "Blade Runner 2049," a movie created in 2017 by director Denis Villeneuve. They discuss the themes, characters, and narrative that make this movie a delightful sequel to the 1982 original. Along with the film, they discuss the ethics, morals, and possibility of a potential future affected by bio-engineered humans. What would happen if humani...

In this episode, Piper, Naomi, and Angus discuss stories from the podcast "Myths and Legends," created by Jason and Carissa Weiser, about Native American Folklore. In line with the current season, they discuss three tales concerning the undead and shed their insights and thoughts on the subject. Join them as they journey through Native American Folklore, seen through the prism of skeleto...

Unlock the transformative magic and the danger of saying "yes" with our podcast episode, "The Power of Yes: A Deep Dive into 'Yes Day.'" Delve into the heartwarming movie's narrative and discover the profound life lessons it conceals. "Yes Day" takes us on a wild adventure with the Torres family as they embrace a 24-hour journey of affirmative consent, dem...

Piper, Naomi, and Angus discuss another episode of Tanner Campbell's podcast Practical Stoicism. They delve into the profound wisdom of Marcus Aurelius as he reflects on the nature of time and the importance of seizing the opportunities life presents. The fourth meditation from his iconic work, "Meditations," serves as a guide to understanding the finite nature of our existence. Join...

In this episode, we go through bits of a book titled “Be More Snoopy Find Your Happy Dance” written by Nat Gertler inspired by the comic strip Peanuts. This book contains sections of advice on how to “find your happy,” “show your joy,” “be world famous,” “be a friend of friends,” and “be head beagle.” We go over some life advice to be more like Snoopy in the book and how we think it applies to our...

In this episode, we review the book "The Giver" by Lois Lowry. We explore the profound theme of choice and its direct connection to the novel, "The Giver." Through the lens of this dystopian masterpiece, we examine the consequences of a society devoid of individual choice, where decisions are made for you. We dissect the implications of a society where personal choices are tigh...

In this episode, we review the book The One Minute Apology by Ken Blanchard and Margret Mcbride. This book is a quick and easy read, but it's packed with powerful insights on how to apologize effectively. We discuss Blanchard's framework in detail and share examples of how to use it in real-world situations. We also talk about the importance of apologizing in the workplace and how to apolo...

In this episode, Piper, Naomi, and Angus discuss the Coffee Mug and Loss analogy of stoicism and discuss the podcast Practical Stoicism: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ShvyJVkDQB6T8ebuSoxti?si=XWXE8W-USUuzcHHxUGS6Ng . This analogy helps us understand how stoics view loss, and how we can apply this philosophy to our own lives. It can also help us understand the stoic philosophy of death and how...