

The Meaning Code
Karen Wong
Mapping the universe through discussions about physics, art, economics, philosophy, and more. The search for meaning through connections from one domain of knowledge to another. Finding the code that connects the substructures of the universe. For video recordings of these podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgp_r6WlBwDSJrP43Mz07GQ Find me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/klwong43 View my art here: https://karenwongartcom
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May 23, 2024 • 1h 40min
Unbearable Suffering and Unimaginable Love
Stephan Solomon, known for his heartfelt storytelling on his YouTube channel, Charlie's Little Corner, shares his journey of identity shaped by a unique heritage and personal dilemmas. He humorously recounts biking in Frankfurt while navigating family dynamics and his father's coming out. The conversation dives into the tumultuous discovery of love during adolescence and the impact of Narnia's stories on his faith. Solomon explores the connections between art, spirituality, and personal growth, highlighting the transformative power of relationships in overcoming life's challenges.

May 9, 2024 • 1h 11min
Gabe and Glen: Time, Space, Tension and Creative Force, Part 1
Gabe introduces aspects of his theory to Glen who has a background in physics, mathematics, computer science and design engineering.

May 2, 2024 • 1h 18min
Gabe and Ryan: Conceptual Mapping of the Relationship between Sensory and Motor Function
Ryan and Gabe discuss the overlaps of cognitive theory, psychology and body work. Timestamps are approximate. Timestamps 00:00 Introductions and Setting the Agenda 04:00 Discussion on Patterns of Cognition and Consciousness 16:00 Exploring Cognitive Mapping and Historical Perspectives 20:00 Discussion on Barbara McClintock's Research and its Implications 23:00 Philosophical Reflections on Balance and Measurement 32:00 Overcoming Obstacles and Staying on Track 36:00 Exploring Hope and Faith 43:00 Exploring the Relationship Between Senses and Decision-Making 47:30 Understanding the Cycle of Information Processing 50:00 Exploring the Markov Blanket 56:00 The Concept of Tension and Balance

Apr 25, 2024 • 1h 29min
Delbert Larson, PhD in Physics with New Theory of the Aether: A Prejudice Towards Simplicity
You can follow Delbert Larson on Twitter @Larsondelbert or at his website, https://larsonism.com. The topics you will find discussed there include a replacement for relativity, a new way to produce clean and cheap energy through fusion, a new quantum mechanical formulation and a new theory for elementary particles.Today's conversation focuses foremost on the theory of the Aether which would be a replacement for relativity. Dr. Larson has a Ph.D. in physics and decades of experience as an author and reviewer of peer-reviewed scientific works. Among his many efforts are three sole-author publications in the highly prestigious journal Physical Review Letters[1,2,3]. He's held positions at well-known institutions such as the Superconducting Super Collider, where he had a leading role on longitudinal physics design, and UCLA, where he was an adjunct assistant professor of physics. He has designed and led the construction of two working accelerators[4,5], one of which[4], a 2.5 MeV electron accelerator, employed “relativistic” particle velocities. Timestamps are approximate. Approximate Timestamps 00:00 Intro 01:00 Five classic tests of general relativity 18:40 Layout of 19th century theory of luminiferous aether 31:15 Insights into gravity and aether fields 36:44 The measurement stick and the Clock 45:54 Dirac's idea of an infinite sea o electrons Pauli's exclusion rule 51:00 Affordances and theory of visual perception 55:00 Cubic square model of tension/compression and quantum expansion

Apr 19, 2024 • 1h 39min
Jordan Hall on The Pyramid of Relationality: Communication, Understanding, Faith, Hope & Love
Jordan Hall, a thinker focused on complex systems and societal evolution, dives into the nature of identity, creativity, and the essence of beauty, love, and truth. He discusses how evolving patterns shape our understanding of existence and the importance of unity in the cosmos. Hall critiques materialist science and advocates for a deeper exploration beyond surface-level interpretations. He also explores love's role in human-AI interactions, emphasizing that connection and understanding are crucial in fostering hope and faith amidst the complexity of reality.

Apr 16, 2024 • 1h 43min
Rick Walker: The Pursuit of Truth, Beauty and the Alignment of Embodied Action
A wide-ranging discussion on topics such as free will, entrepreneurship, creativity, and the pursuit of truth. The philosophical implications of free will in the context of scientific determinism and materialism. The significance of creativity and the interplay of love, beauty, and truth in the creative process. Connections between the constraints in art, science, and the natural world, emphasizing the necessity of boundaries for the emergence of new forms of beauty and significance. The embodiment of transcendence and immanence, exploring how the experience of beauty and meaning impacts and is impacted by our identity. The significance of having both someone to love and an enemy to fight, and the role of communication and propagation in fulfilling our purpose as human beings. The transformative power of unconventional time signatures in jazz music, drawing on examples from Dizzy Gillespie and Dave Brubeck emphasizing the artistic freedom and creativity that arises from breaking away from standard time signatures, likening it to the necessary constraint that precedes artistic release. The intricate relationships between elements of design and their presence in art, science, and musical compositions. The balance between technicality and attraction to beauty in driving breakthroughs.

Apr 11, 2024 • 1h 37min
Ryan on Memory Consolidation, Destabilization, Reconsolidation and the True Meaning of Love
Listening to Ryan's journey through destabilization to coherence was a deeply meaningful experience for me, as I hope it will be for you. Try to set aside the time to listen to the whole thing as it all comes together in the end. We journey through the laying down of memories (the initial consolidation), the destabilizing journey, and the rapid reconsolidation that brings hope. His description of the eclipse is also NOT TO BE MISSED! The first two parts of his story are linked below: Part 1 of Ryan's story: https://youtu.be/QRQwrY2_dqs Part 2 of Ryan's story: https://youtu.be/WOsAm4B2Mfg

Apr 6, 2024 • 1h 46min
Andrea Hiott: Mind as Movement, Ecological Perception, Attention and Measurement
Andrea connected with Karen through Richard Watson. Andrea has degrees in Neuroscience and Philosophy, and a deep interest in Waymaking. Timestamps 00:00 Intro and Synchronicities 02:47 Andrea Hiott's Journey to Berlin and Utrecht 08:00 Connecting through YouTube 09:16 Mind as Movement and Ecological Perception 27:30 Perception and Artistic Representation 37:00 Discussion on Hegel, Ian McGilchrist, and Jonathan Pajot's work 44:56 Discussion on Attention, Meaning, and Consciousness 51:48 Exploring the Concept of Attention and Measurement 1:01:59 Exploring the Concept of Knowing 1:04:38 Discussion on the Concept of Measurement and Alignment

Apr 2, 2024 • 1h 23min
Kirk Durston: Genetic Algorithms and The Needle in a Haystack Problem of Proteins
Kirk Durston and his beautiful mind joins Karen for a wide ranging conversation the includes origin of life, quantum mechanics, truth and reality, art and science and bioinformatics, among other things. For those interested in Kirk's bona fides, here's a link to his story. Scroll down to see his educational background and scientific papers. https://www.kirkdurston.com/kirk Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:34 Exploring the Origin of Life and Information 05:30 Discussion on Wolfram's Theory and the Ruliad 10:25 Coherent Existence and Limitations 13:14 Discussion on Quantum Mechanics and the Nature of God's Knowledge 18:45 Discussion on the Implications of God in Scientific Research 33:04 Exploring the Connection Between Truth and Reality 43:38 Exploring Creativity and Constraints in Art and Science 46:31 Discussion on Engaging with Alex O'Connor and Addressing Challenges to Faith 51:51 Approaches to Understanding the Supernatural Foundation of Nature

Mar 28, 2024 • 1h 31min
Balazs Kegl: A Discussion of the Nature of Podcasting and This Little Corner of the Internet
Balazs Kegl, AI researcher and host of the podcast, I, Scientist, joins me for a wide ranging discussion of the purpose and the nature of podcasting, and the reason for the and the experience of participating in This Little Corner.