The Future of Thought

On this episode of The Future of Thought, Colton and Joshua delve into psychedelics, consciousness, sustainability, and more Dr. Joshua S. Nunziato is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Social Responsibility and Sustainability Division of the Leeds School of Business, University of Colorado, Boulder. He teaches courses on sustainability and ethical leadership. Joshua is also Campus Leader for...

On episode #41 of The Future of Thought, Aniket Chauhan and I dig into cybersecurity concepts alongside unpacking the value of positive mindsets, motivation, and giving back. Aniket Chauhan is a Computer Science student at the University of Colorado Boulder. He enjoys cyber security and most aspects of computer science at large, and has a passion for helping others. Ultimately, his end-goal is to...

On episode #40 of The Future of Thought podcast, Colton sits down with returning guest Ethan Pitts to unpack Nuclear Energy (fusion and fission). Ethan Pitts is a Political Science student in his last year at Bringham Young University (BYU), with a dual emphasis in Genocide Studies and Middle East Studies. His capstone paper focused on the relationship between independence warfare and authoritaria...

On this episode of The Future of Thought, Colton Sits down with Philip Fernbach to unpack his studying of the illusion of explanatory depth, the Dunning Krueger effect, and the social consequences of our illusory knowledge of the world. Phil’s Bio: https://www.philipfernbach.com/bio Support TFOT on our Website: https://www.thefutureofthought.com/support Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: https:...

On this episode of The Future of Thought, Colton and his guest Dominic DeMartine debate whether morality is objective or subjective. Dominic DeMartine is a student at CU Boulder pursuing a BS in business analytics and information management at the Leeds school of business. He also plans to minor in philosophy and communication with a certificate in leadership. Support TFOT on our Website: https://...

On this episode of The Future of Thought, Matteo Briscoe unpacks how his views on topical issues such as Critical Race Theory have changed. Colton and Matteo also unpack the deepening issue of media failings, radicalization through modern e-dialogue, defining discourse, how minority groups are used for political gains, and much more. Support TFOT on our Website: https://www.thefutureofthought.com/...

On episode 36 of The Future of Thought, Colton sits down with Rachel Hill to discuss the value of gun control, the legitimacy of the American 2nd amendment, gun violence, police reform, and more. Recorded February 12th Support TFOT on our Website: https://www.thefutureofthought.com/support Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefutureofthought Facebook: https://www.face...

On episode #35 of The Future of Thought podcast, Colton sits down with returning guest Ethan Pitts to unpack his research on genocide, what causes genocide, how to prevent genocide, cases of american genocide, genocide in the 21st century, and more. Ethan Pitts is a Political Science student in his last year at Brigham Young University (BYU), with a dual emphasis in Genocide Studies and Middle Eas...

On this episode of The Future of Thought, Colton and Caelan discuss their experience thus far at the University of Colorado Boulder. They unpack the Universities response to COVID-19, online education, administration, and more. Support TFOT on our Website https://www.thefutureofthought.com/support Note(s) from the speakers The end of our audio recording was unfortunately corrupted. The wrap-up of...

In episode #33 of The Future of Thought Summit Shrestha sits down with Colton to unpack racial inequality, education, standardized testing, megacorporations, voter ID laws, and more. Summit is a Nepali American born in Boulder Colorado. He is a freshman at CU-Boulder, currently looking to transfer into chemical engineering or material engineering. He participated in high school debate for four yea...

On this episode of The Future of Thought Colton and Caelan discuss the pros and cons of oligopolies in society today. Support TFOT on our Website https://www.thefutureofthought.com/support Follow us on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefutureofthought Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefutureofthought Music: Music from https://filmmusic.io "Disquiet" by Kevin MacLeod (https:/...

On this episode of The Future of Thought, Colton and Caelan discuss their amazement with the nature of time, quantum physics, astrophysics, space-time, the 4th dimension, simulation theory, deities, and much more. Neither Colton nor Caelan are astrophysicists, quantum physicists, mathematicians, or anything of the like. We admit we likely misspoke in several places or at minimum failed to explain...

In this episode of The Future of Thought Podcast, Colton chats with his dad, Louie, about the future of fire prevention, community risk reduction in fire rescue, his first hand account of the Oklahoma City Murrah bombing, the value of data, how Colton got his name, and much more. Major Louie Marschik (Ret.) is currently a member of Safe Kids Oklahoma and presides as the National Fire Protection As...

On this episode of The Future of Thought Podcast, Colton learns from Ethan Pitts about the last 200 years of Afghan warfare, the difference between Taliban, Al-Qaeda, and ISIS, why we invaded Afghanistan, why we stayed in Afghanistan nearly 20 years, what role religion plays in this conflict, and where we go from here. Ethan Pitts is a Political Science student entering his last year at Brigham Yo...

On this episode of The Future of Thought Colton challenges Caelan’s opposition to receiving a COVID-19 vaccine up to this point. They also unpack the failing of the media and politicians during this immensely influential period in world history. Recorded August 12, 2021 Support TFOT on our Website https://www.thefutureofthought.com/support Follow us on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram...

On this episode of The Future of Thought Colton sits down with Matthew Harvey to discuss free speech in America, the role of social media in our dialogue today, the underappreciation of critical thinking education, the dangers of modern news approaches, debates around climate change, and much more. Matt is a 5th year PhD Candidate and instructor in Political Science at CU Boulder. His research foc...

In this episode of The Future of Thought Podcast, Colton sits down with Matteo Briscoe to discuss Critical Race Theory, Systemic Racism, Anti-Racism, Identity Politics, Discrimination, Modern Social Hypersensitivity, Social Media Induced Biases, understanding COVID-19, Artificial Intelligence, and more. Corrections: 2:02:48 “...catch the people who have *symptoms*...” Support TFOT on our Website:...

In this episode of The Future of Thought Podcast Colton talks with Ethan Pitts about Nuclear Energy, the Cold War, and more. Ethan Pitts is a Political Science student entering his last year at Bringham Young University (BYU), with a dual emphasis in Genocide Studies and Middle East Studies. His capstone paper focused on the relationship between independence warfare and authoritarianism in the Alg...

In this episode of The Future of Thought we discuss the basis for human rights, the necessity for (or potential lack of) religion for basing our morality, the economics of intrinsic human value, and more. Support TFOT on our Website https://www.thefutureofthought.com/support Note(s) from the speakers Around 27:50 Colton’s mic cuts out, so audio after this point is recorded on the backup microphone...

On this episode of The Future of Thought Colton briefly discusses the validity of no longer wearing masks. Support TFOT on our Website https://www.thefutureofthought.com/support Follow us on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefutureofthought Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefutureofthought Music: Music from https://filmmusic.io "Disquiet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetec...

In this episode of The Future of Thought we discuss the ethics, economics, and general merits and demerits of veganism. Support TFOT on our Website https://www.thefutureofthought.com/support Follow us on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefutureofthought Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefutureofthought Music: Music from https://filmmusic.io "Disquiet" by Kevin MacLeod (https...

In this episode of The Future of Thought Colton and Caelan discuss problems with Identity Politics. Support TFOT on our Website https://www.thefutureofthought.com/support Follow us on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefutureofthought Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefutureofthought Music: Music from https://filmmusic.io "Disquiet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)...

In this episode of The Future of Thought podcast, Professor John Eastman sits down with Colton to unpack not only his constitutional scholarship, but also more-in depth detail behind the stories of Kamala Harris’ citizenship, the Texas election lawsuit, the January 6th “Stop the Steal” rally, Universities’ response, free speech, and more. Dr. John C. Eastman is Founding Director of the Claremont I...

In this episode of The Future of Thought podcast Colton and his mom Theresa Marschik sit down to discuss the healthcare system during a pandemic, mental health, entitlement, parenting, spirituality, and more. Theresa, aka Mama Marschik, is a licensed clinical social worker, licensed in both Colorado and Oklahoma.  She is a certified healing touch practitioner with previous credentials in arom...

In this episode of The Future of Thought podcast, Colton is joined by Teagan Browne to discuss climate change, political discourse, and more. Teagan Browne is an undergraduate student majoring in Aerospace Engineering and minoring in Atmosphere and Oceanic Sciences and Political Science. She is planning on working with the Air Force as flight test engineer at Eglin Air Force Base. Support us on ou...