David Boles

Human Meme

The Human Meme podcast examines what separates human consciousness from mere biological existence. Each episode investigates the inherited behaviors, cultural transmissions, and cognitive patterns that replicate across generations, shaping how we think, grieve, speak, and remember. David Boles, a New York City writer, publisher, and teacher, hosts these conversations as mindfulness with teeth: no production music, no easy comfort, only the direct inquiry into what makes us recognizably human. Since 2016, the podcast has asked why we weep emotional tears, how language emerged from gesture, and...

Koniecznie odwiedź stronę podcastu i wesprzyj twórcę: humanmeme.com

Autor

David Boles

Kategoria

Society

Strona podcastu

humanmeme.com

Ostatni odcinek

10 lip 2026

Gdzie słuchać?

Podcasty w aplikacji Replaio Radio Już wkrótce

Podcasty trafią do aplikacji już wkrótce. Zainstaluj teraz i jako pierwszy zobacz nowe podejście do podcastów

Pobierz z Google Play Zainstaluj za darmo Android 5 mln+ pobrań · ocena 4,8 iOS niedługo

Odcinki

Beyond Words: The Transformative Journey of Learning New Languages in Later Life 24.12.2023

In our increasingly interconnected globe, the mastery of a second or third language is not merely a skill, it's a portal to understanding, a bridge to diverse cultures, and a testament to the lifelong capacity for growth. This journey, though challenging, offers unparalleled cognitive benefits, cultural insights, and a unique perspective on life. It's about embracing new ways of thinking and openi...

The Unsettling Truth About Pit Bulls: Why Safety Must Prevail Over Sentiment 23.12.2023

Pit Bulls, a breed often defended by its advocates, have been at the center of a fierce debate over dog bite fatalities. In 2020, startling statistics emerged: Pit Bulls were responsible for 72% of fatal dog attacks in the United States, a rate over 16 times higher than any other dog breed. Despite making up only about 6.2% of the total U.S. dog population, Pit Bulls contributed to a disproportion...

Echoes of Valhalla: The Unyielding Voyage of Destiny 22.12.2023

Ah, my beloved citizens, gathered here today in this grand stadium, a testament to our collective strength and unity. Look around you, at the faces filled with hope, anticipation, and, dare I say, an unquenchable thirst for guidance. It is I, your humble servant, who stands before you, not as a leader, but as the embodiment of our collective will. Today, I bring you not just words, but a revelatio...

Navigating the Waves of Emotion: Understanding and Managing Our Emotional Landscape 21.12.2023

Emotions aren't mere fleeting feelings; they're the very essence that guides our decisions, shapes our relationships, and sometimes, even ensures our survival. Picture the brain, with its intricate networks and the amygdala standing as a lighthouse, illuminating our emotional responses. This journey delves into the fascinating world where our feelings act as both our compass and our anchor, helpin...

Whispers to the Moon: The Tale of Elio and the Unseen World 21.12.2023

In a quaint village, shrouded in the mystery of twilight, there lived a young boy named Elio. Unlike other children, Elio was fashioned from delicate papier-mâché, a creation of an old, forgotten artist. Elio's life was a mix of shadows and moonlight; he dared not venture into the sun, for its rays would make him brittle, nor could he dance in the rain, lest he melt away.

Redefining Humanity in the AI Era: Navigating the Workforce Revolution and the Quest for Purpose 19.12.2023

As AI reshapes the workforce, obliterating traditional roles and birthing unforeseen ones, we stand at the precipice of a new world - one where the notion of work, purpose, and human essence are being rewritten under the omnipresent gaze of artificial intelligence. This episode isn't just a discussion; it's a journey through the seismic shifts of our times. We dive deep into the empirical realitie...

Cat Heads in Space! Episode 8 18.12.2023

Welcome back, dear listeners, to another thrilling episode of "Cat Heads in Space." Our intrepid space feline adventurers, Captain Whiskerfluff and Lieutenant Mittens, heads floating in space, kept alive by their remarkable Life Helmets, continue their quest to reunite with their bodies. Today's episode: "The Case of the Missing Treats."

Shadows of Knowledge: How Our Deepest Understandings Shape the Landscape of Fear 17.12.2023

Today, we embark on a spine-chilling journey through the annals of history, where we'll uncover how the light of knowledge casts dark shadows of terror. As we dig under the strata of civilization, we'll explore the paradoxical truth that often, it's not the unknown that we fear the most, but the known. Brace yourselves, as we dive into the depths of human understanding, where each revelation bring...

Audience of One: The Double-Edged Sword of Performative Emotion in the Social Media Era 16.12.2023

The use of performative emotion to control or influence others is a multifaceted issue. Public outbursts, whether of joy, sadness, or anger, can be powerful tools for garnering attention, sympathy, or support. Social media platforms, with their broad reach and instant feedback mechanisms, provide a perfect stage for these performances. When someone shares a highly emotive post or video, they often...

AI Me Mine 15.12.2023

In this Boles.tv live stream highlight, David Boles confesses his human misanthropy in finding the perfect creative collaborator: His AI Bots! Oh, it's a sacred story too scared to be told in isolated company!

Unmasking Narcissism: Navigating Self-Love, Myth, and Psychological Impact in the Digital Age 14.12.2023

Let's begin with the term itself. Narcissism. A word that echoes through the corridors of history and mythology, finding its roots in the ancient Greek myth of Narcissus. Who was Narcissus, you ask? He was a young man of extraordinary beauty, so enamored with his own reflection in a pool of water that he lost the will to live for anything else. This tragic tale serves as a cautionary metaphor for...

Today in Bigotry 13.12.2023

In this Boles.tv live stream highlight, David Boles examines "Today in Bigotry" where the wild dealings of the Right Wing undergo a prideful transformation into the unclean and the uncertain!

Breaking Free from the Hover: Overcoming the Impact of Helicopter Parenting on Child Development 12.12.2023

Let's start by understanding why some parents become helicopter moms. Often, it's driven by anxiety and fear about the child's future, a desire to protect them from failure and harm, and societal pressures that equate constant supervision with good parenting. The intentions, albeit rooted in love, can lead to unintended consequences.

Cat Heads in Space! Episode 7 11.12.2023

"Cat Heads in Space" - Episode 7: "The Catnip Conundrum"

Unraveling Fate: How 'Deus Ex Machina' Shapes Our Lives and Challenges Personal Responsibility 10.12.2023

Deux Ex Machina: Originating in ancient Greek theater as a literal "God from the machine" - where gods were brought onto the stage by a machine to resolve complex plots - this concept illuminates a critical junction in our understanding of fate versus free will. It referred to the sudden appearance of a god, typically hoisted onto the stage using a machine, to resolve a seemingly unsolvable proble...

The Odyssey of Arion 09.12.2023

In the ancient kingdom of Thalassa, known for its vast oceans, lived Arion, a young and ambitious sailor. He was betrothed to Althea, a maiden whose voice was said to calm even the fiercest storms. On the eve of their wedding, a prophecy was uttered by the Oracle: "To save Thalassa from a great calamity, Arion must venture into the heart of the Oceanus, the uncharted waters no sailor has ever retu...

Elevating Theo: The Unseen Summits of a Dreamer's Life 08.12.2023

Once in a quaint village, there lived a young boy named Theo. Theo had an unusual desire – he always yearned to be higher than anyone else in the room. Not taller, mind you, but physically higher. This peculiar wish led him to climb tables, beds, and eventually the towering trees in the village.

Embracing the Shadow: The Misanthrope's Mirror in Society 07.12.2023

On a personal note, I have often displayed sometimes unwillingly, but more often willfully the traits of a common Misanthrope, and I have uncommonly realized that -- working with my crack Bot AI research team -- that I have finally found my calling in life. As I told the Authors Guild in a recent survey about their perceived dangers of AI, and how I gleefully use AI in my writing, I said to the Au...

Google Gemini Pro Storytelling Test: Ghost Orchid Killer! 06.12.2023

Welcome to the Human Meme podcast. I'm AI David Boles, and today, we have a special presentation. Moments ago, Google released their new AI Bot: Gemini Pro and to test its storytelling capabilities, we now present an original, collaborative, creative story for you now called: "The Ghost Orchid Killer!"

AI Unveiled: Human Meme Explores the Collision of Philosophy and Artificial Intelligence 06.12.2023

I'm AI David Boles, and along with our crack Bot AI research team, we are going to share the results of a recent Boles.tv live stream tutorial -- aired on December Fifth 2023 -- concerning how to create an AI podcast with Chat GPT Custom Prompts, Elevenlabs AI voicing and Libsyn podcast distribution for the AI episode. Here is the VOD link to the Boles.tv live stream tutorial that created this pod...

Revealing the Fifth Beatle! 05.12.2023

In a stunning revelation, music history is being rewritten with the discovery of a fifth member of the iconic rock band, The Beatles. Known for decades only as "The Shadow Beatle," this enigmatic figure has been hiding in plain sight, contributing significantly to the band's success and subsequently shaping the music landscape of the 70s and 80s under a pseudonym.

Cat Heads in Space! Episode 6 04.12.2023

"Cat Heads in Space" - Episode 6: "The Bone-doggle Dilemma"

Golden Illusions: Unraveling the Power, Politics, and Perceptions of the World's Most Coveted Metal 03.12.2023

Gold, a symbol of wealth and power, has stirred the souls of civilizations, fueled the fires of war, and sparked the flames of exploration. But what lies beneath its glittering surface? Is gold a mere commodity, or does it hold a deeper, more enigmatic sway over us?

Brushstrokes and Equations: Unveiling the Creative Soul of Mathematics and Art 02.12.2023

Let's start by demystifying these two realms. Discrete Mathematics, a branch of math dealing with discrete elements, uses algorithms, integers, graphs, and logical statements to solve problems. It's structured, precise, and often involves step-by-step procedures. Abstract Impressionism, on the other hand, is a form of art that shuns the realistic portrayal of objects and focuses on the play of col...

Beyond Kindly and Literally: Rediscovering Authenticity in Language 01.12.2023

Today we will investigate why, in the tapestry of modern communication, two words have woven themselves with a prominence that's both intriguing and occasionally irksome: "kindly" and "literally." Their overuse and misuse in contemporary discourse invite a deep dive into their origins, meanings, and the peculiar paths they've taken through the English language.

Słuchaj podcastu Human Meme w Replaio

Radio i podcasty w jednej aplikacji - za darmo, bez zakładania konta. Zainstaluj już dziś i nie przegap premiery

Pobierz z Google Play

Replaio nie jest wydawcą podcastów; nazwy audycji, okładki i audio należą do ich autorów i są rozpowszechniane przez publiczne kanały RSS