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Episode 288: The Despised Foot (The Denial of Death Pt. 2)

Very Bad Wizards

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The Role of Culture and Rituals in Addressing Existential Problems

Exploring how traditional societies used rituals to combat existential dread, contrasting it with how lost meanings in the modern era may contribute to higher mental illness rates. Delving into the concept of creating order to alleviate anxiety and the human ability to create meaning amidst suffering and anxiety.

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