Martin

The Great Rehumanization

Arts EN ↓ 6 episodes

A conversational exploration of humanity and the phenomena that makes us human. In an increasingly dehumanizing social milieu, The Great Rehumanization seeks to emphasize and highlight the intrinsic value of human beings, regardless of what labels one adheres to--the only label that matters is HUMAN. Expect to hear music, stories, rumination, and conversation, all loudly proclaiming, as Joseph Campbell once said, that being who you are is life's greatest privilege.

Author

Martin

Episodes

Naming the Podcast, Naming the Problem 09.12.2025 1:30:30

This is the return, relaunch of a project that hardly every got up and running in the first place. Why? I explain it all here. Yes, indeed, calling my podcast The Great Rehumanization is a bit like naming a garden "The New Eden" and forgetting to water it for six years! The Great ReHumanization: Naming the Podcast (and the Problems) Have you ever eaten a raw clove of garlic? I mean r...

Hypocrisy 09.10.2024 41:16

Disclaimer--I talk about politicians in this episode. This is not a partisan piece, it is the opposite. We tend to immediately conflate any negative mention of a politician with support for that politician's opposition. THAT is not happening here. This is about the contagion of hypocrisy and what that means for the big picture. Hypocrisy is just a part of being human, but it does become a soc...

Ideology: The Logic of An Idea 26.04.2022 1:08:25

On this first return episode we discuss ideology's grip. We talk about how we become possessive of ideologies. We get back to talking about the big picture and how it relates to us personally. This is the first of many more episodes to come which will follow a new format and will be published regularly. Support the show

Episode 3: The Lonely Crowd 05.05.2020 1:59:10

On this episode we discuss becoming warriors for humanity and the value of "fighting" words. We talk about the purpose of opinions, myths related to the "self", "all or nothing" cognitive distortions, and the way propaganda focuses on the individual within the masses. I talk about mental health, make some confessions, and play some of my music. Support the show

Episode Two 29.01.2020 1:02:37

In this episode I discuss the three main corrupting influences on people and society. I share an old song and some thoughts about it. Our visit with artist and entrepreneur Jay Weinberg continues. I talk about kids who feel a lack of control and how teachers can help. Finally, I close with a warning from our first president, George Washington. Support the show

Episode One 17.01.2020 58:21

An introduction to the show. First part of our conversation with artist/songwriter/entrepreneur Jay Weinberg. School Days segment: Arbitrary Punishments. Jay's song Price Gougin'. Support the show