Nate

Nate is a contributor focused on parenting and conflict resolution, bringing a unique perspective from Moscow, ID. He shares insights on teaching kids to embrace differences, even if that means being viewed as disagreeable. The discussion spans personal stories, including his memorable college escapades, and the challenges of fostering resilience in children amidst societal pressures. They explore the nuances of navigating complex dialogues, especially around faith and values, while encouraging open communication at home.

Nate, a pastor's kid, discusses the sliding scale of bad words and the nature of evil. Words are neither intrinsically bad nor good, their usage in a story or alignment with God's will determines their morality. The discussion also challenges Augustine's view on evil and highlights the importance of intent and authenticity in language. Overall, the podcast delves into the complex nature of language and cultural influences on profanity.

Maria interviews Nate, an author whose recent book, "On the Edge," dives deep into risk-taking and decision-making. They discuss extreme risk-takers and their successes and failures, and Nate shares insights from betting a million dollars on sports. The conversation touches on the differences between analytical risk-takers like poker players and venture capitalists, and the societal implications of these behaviors. They also explore the intricate balance of luck and skill, using personal anecdotes to highlight the complexities of gambling.

The podcast discusses global interventions for a resource-constrained future, prioritizing health and wellness, aligning human culture with the biosphere, the importance of 'Goldilocks Tech', and building resilient communities to address climate change and resource depletion.

Exploring the emotional and logical challenges faced by exvangelicals, the podcast delves into the Problem of Evil and the conflict between sin and repentance. It discusses the storylines of Jon Ward, Joshua Harris, Derek Webb, and Glennon Doyle, highlighting the emotional struggles of belief and apostasy.

Nate, a weather-sensitive individual with a knack for sensing atmospheric shifts, joins Brian, a prologue critic with strong opinions on storytelling. They explore the intriguing topic of filtering books for content, debating when literature crosses ethical lines. The duo also dives into a lively discussion about prologues, weighing their merits against narrative flow. Their banter leads into deeper reflections on literature's societal impact and the complexities of storytelling in both books and films.

Nate and Dana discuss transitioning back to podcasting post-COVID, changing from Opt Out Life to Exit Plan, and lessons learned during the pandemic. They talk about work-life balance, challenges in private equity, benefits of remote work, lifestyle over business growth, and leveraging employment for entrepreneurial success.

Nate, a budding sci-fi writer, and Brian, a storyteller and life coach, dive into profound discussions about the essence of storytelling and human choices. They tackle the idea of narratives persisting in the afterlife and explore Nate's dystopian concept where no one lives past 18. Brian offers life advice on selecting a path, emphasizing action over paralysis, and how divine guidance reveals opportunities. They also reflect on human nature, success, and the lessons found in hardship, illustrating how life's journey is intrinsically linked to our stories.

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Guest Nate, curious about spending habits, sparks discussions on Skeery's visit to Anne Frank House, Gandhi's podcast, Froggy's Zoom mishap, National Siblings Day, Danielle's trapeze school sighting, and Nate's inquiry into people's thriftiness