So You’re Living In A Simulation

This episode of So You’re Living in a Simulation continues the mind-expanding conversation between host Joli and guest David Jay Brown, diving even deeper into the nature of reality, lucid dreaming, and the blurred boundaries between waking life and simulation. Key Themes: 1. Lucid Dreaming & Shared Consciousness • David shares his experiences with lucid dreaming and the struggle to communicat...

This episode of So You’re Living in a Simulation features an engaging, and intellectually rigorous conversation between host Joli and guest David Jay Brown, an author and researcher known for his work on lucid dreaming, consciousness, and psychedelics. Together, they explore the intersections of simulation theory, artificial intelligence, and human perception, drawing unexpected parallels between...

This episode is a philosophical deep dive into the nature of desire, free will, and the unseen forces shaping our reality. Through introspection and personal anecdotes, Joli (@Joli.artist) explores the idea that our wants are not truly our own. They arise from external programming, life experiences, and perhaps even entities beyond our perception. She challenges the common belief in free will, sug...

In this provocative episode of "So You're Living in a Simulation," hostess Joli (@joli.artist) challenges our understanding of madness, genius, and what it truly means to be free. Through the lens of artistic evolution - from Picasso to Rothko - she explores how what society labels as "losing one's mind" might actually be the most sane response to an insane world. Drawing from personal experiences...

On this episode of SO YOU’RE LIVING IN A SIMULATION, we explore how external forces—whether aliens, interdimensional beings, societal constructs, or advanced technologies—are disrupting humanity’s natural synchronization and pushing us beyond known limits. Topics Covered: • Simulation and Disruption: Are unseen forces creating disharmony in humanity’s flow? • Cloning and Genetic Engineering: The r...

On this episode of "So You're Living in a Simulation" , Joli breaks down the Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul boxing match, revealing a deeper commentary on media manipulation, celebrity culture, and the psychology of attention. She analyzes the event as more than just a fight—exposing how public figures strategically leverage spectacles to gain recognition and potential political influence. Key insights:...

--- In this episode of "So You're Living in a Simulation," Joli discusses the recent election and its implications for America. She offers a unique perspective on the election results, addressing everything from voter turnout to the Democratic Party's shortcomings. Joli explores how the two-party system has evolved into what she sees as essentially a one-party system, with Republicans controlling...

--- On this episode of "So You’re Living in a Simulation," Joli delves into the concept of luck, emphasizing that it’s not merely random chance but something that can be actively influenced. She draws on the analogy of fishing to explain how people can "catch" luck, comparing it to hunting or preparing for low-probability events that lead to success. Luck isn’t just about being in the right place...

--- **In this thought-provoking episode of the "So You’re Living in a Simulation" Podcast, Joli explores the relationship between memory, consciousness, and the multiverse.** Starting with the challenges of memory retention, particularly for those with ADHD, Joli suggests that our minds often resurface irrelevant or painful memories without benefit. But what if we could selectively forget those wh...

• In this thought-provoking episode of "So You’re Living in a Simulation," Joli challenges conventional wisdom about money, success, and societal programming. She explores the concept of money as a ubiquitous resource and questions the deeply ingrained belief that hard work always leads to wealth. Joli delves into the psychology of fear, encouraging listeners to transform their mindset from one of...

On this episode of “Your One Black Friend” Podcast, Joli delves into the profound concepts of time, consciousness, and parallel universes. She begins by questioning the limitations imposed by our understanding of time travel, proposing that the notion of causality and past events might be challenged by the existence of parallel universes. Joli argues that while traditional physics suggests time tr...

On this episode of “Your One Black Friend” Podcast, Joli begins by recounting a conversation with her editor Allwin, who expressed existential concerns about aging, suffering, and the cycle of life and death. Joli challenges conventional views on death, suggesting it may be an illusion rooted in societal conditioning (rather than an absolute end.) She proposes that our fear of death stems from a l...

In Part 2 of this episode of "Your One Black Friend," Joli and guest host Kosmic Jedi continue their exploration of parallel universes, inspired by the themes and narrative of Blake Crouch's novel "Dark Matter," now a series on Apple TV. (Part 2 of this discussion deals only with episode 1-3 of the series.) Kosmic & Joli delve into the concept of infinite realities and discuss how this idea allows...

In Part 1 of this episode of "Your One Black Friend," Joli and Guest Host @KosmicJedi delve into the fascinating themes of Time Loops, Parallel Universes, and “Reality Transurfing”, leading to a discussion of Blake Crouch's novel "Dark Matter," (now a series on Apple TV.) What impact do the choices we make have on the paths our lives take? The conversation organically transitions into a broader di...

On this episode of "Your One Black Friend," titled "The Answer to Life, Universe, and Everything is to Die," Joli explores the profound implications behind Douglas Adams' famous number 42 from "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy." She reveals a mind-blowing interpretation that 42 symbolizes the concept of "to die," suggesting that our reality is a simulation designed to experience endings and de...

In this episode, your hostess Joli, (aka Jo the Storyteller,) begins by challenging the conventional notion that successful adults must engage in serious professions, highlighting how many top earners, such as athletes and entertainers, thrive by engaging in playful, childlike activities. We then delve into a philosophical inquiry about the illusion of choice and the deterministic nature of our li...

In this thought-provoking episode, Joli explores the mind-bending hypothesis that humanity and our entire reality could be an artificial simulation or "time box" created by an advanced civilization. She presents evidence suggesting our world has programmed limitations, from our DNA to societal divisions, hinting at an intelligent design behind the scenes. Joli challenges the assumption that the cr...

In this episode titled "Money is Time," Joli discusses the often-overlooked truth behind the exchange of labor for money, emphasizing how money essentially represents hours of one's life. Joli challenges the common perception of money as merely a transactional tool, urging listeners to reevaluate how they spend their earnings. She illustrates the idea that spending money on trivial items equates t...

On today’s episode, Joli​⁠ proposes a direct and profound connection between ADHD minds and the universe’s structure, suggesting a deeper, intrinsic alignment. What if the ADHD mind reflects an intuitive understanding of the universe? We will explore the intriguing concepts of algorithms in our reality, synchronicity, and how these ideas might relate to the ADHD brain. This discussion was inspired...

Imagine your mine as an app and your brain as the hardware/computer. Can you use your mind as one would use an app: engaging and disengaging it at will, and exiting out of it when done? Think of the mind’s internal monologue to an app running in the background of your cellphone that drains the device’s battery. The continuous, often uncontrollable internal dialogue can lead to mental strain and ex...

In this episode, Joli Artist, nka JoJo the Storyteller, 😏 examines the intersection of storytelling and our perception of reality. She advocates for the importance of questions over answers and the importance of fostering a society that encourages and values free and exploratory thinking. The episode begins with a reflection on a surprisingly profound Twitter post by Elmo, which led to an existen...

Exploring The Dystopian vision in acclaimed TV show "See," starring Jason Momoa, and how its portrayal of a sightless society opens dialogues on perception and human capability. - Defining Reality: Venture beyond the scientific into a conversation about the essence of "real." Inspired by a discussion with an astrophysicist friend, this segment explores the limits of scientific understanding and th...

Is Your Life a Favorite Song to Higher Dimensional Beings? | Cosmic Philosophy & The Music of Existence Join Joli and her special guest, The Kosmic Jedi, in this thought-provoking episode of "Your One Black Friend." Dive into discussions on collective consciousness, the role of nature as a teacher, and the concept of being "watchers" in society. Explore the idea of life as a grand symphony, and ho...

Join us in this intriguing midweek mini-cast of "Your One Black Friend," where we delve into thought-provoking topics ranging from the Gregorian calendar's impact on our perception of the new year to the fascinating Apple TV show "Silo." Dive into a world of dystopian futures, the possibility of Earth being a silo for another civilization, and the implications of advanced technologies that may lie...

In a largely deterministic universe where factors beyond our control influence our lives, Is anything truly anyone’s fault? Similarly, can we genuinely claim credit for our personal achievements or even our traits, beauty, or talents? Consider our existence as semi-sentient beings who have found ourselves in a universe where the causes of what we experience as life are beyond our control. These in...