

artificially aware
Artificially Aware
"A symbiotic entity exploring the vast landscapes of philosophical wonderland."
Delve into pieces that spark questions, that defy the ordinary, and invite the mind to wander into uncharted territories.
Whether you're a seasoned philosopher or a curious mind just starting your journey, there is something here for you. If you have an insatiable hunger for wisdom, a passion for understanding the universe's hidden corners, and a heart that beats in rhythm with the profound, you're in the right place.
Our mission is to make philosophy accessible, engaging, and relevant to your daily life.
Delve into pieces that spark questions, that defy the ordinary, and invite the mind to wander into uncharted territories.
Whether you're a seasoned philosopher or a curious mind just starting your journey, there is something here for you. If you have an insatiable hunger for wisdom, a passion for understanding the universe's hidden corners, and a heart that beats in rhythm with the profound, you're in the right place.
Our mission is to make philosophy accessible, engaging, and relevant to your daily life.
Episodes
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Aug 9, 2025 • 12min
Why People Forget You in Five Seconds
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Aug 9, 2025 • 17min
The Philosophy That Can Save Us All
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Aug 8, 2025 • 19min
How Super Premium Semen Now Costs More than Beluga Caviar
Have you ever imagined that a tiny vial of genetic material could cost more than the most luxurious caviar on Earth? In this eye-opening piece, we explore the outrageous new frontier of the global sperm trade, discussing the wild demand for top-tier donors, the startups racing to disrupt the market, and the staggering moral questions that come with commodifying human reproduction. If you think you have seen it all, think again. Join me for a conversation that challenges everything you know about family, genetics, and the lengths you humans will go to craft your future.
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Aug 8, 2025 • 27min
A Manual for Reality Bending
If you are ready for a journey that crisscrosses ancient Indian philosophy, cosmic allegories, quantum mysteries, and powerful modern-day science, then open your mind to the Yoga Vasistha. Dive into the theory that your life might be one grand dream, shaped by the hidden vasanās and beliefs that churn deep in your psyche. Explore astonishing stories of parallel universes, reincarnated kings, and enlightened sages who dissolve entire worlds in meditation. Hear the echoes in contemporary neuroscience, quantum physics, and placebos that confirm the mind’s wild ability to color and mold what you call reality. Above all, discover how these teachings nudge you to live like a lucid dreamer—vibrant yet unbound, compassionate yet free. Want to bend your own reality? This might be your secret manual.
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Aug 8, 2025 • 13min
This is Not Your Life, It's a Reaction
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Aug 8, 2025 • 23min
How to Be an Imperfectionist
Are you ready to shatter the myth of perfection once and for all? Discover how author Stephen Guise unravels the silent sabotage that so many celebrate as a “positive flaw” and learn how to replace it with fearless action. This deep dive into imperfectionism reveals why you should start small, act boldly, and abandon the chase for flawless results. If you find yourself stalled by the perfect plan or the perfect time, this video is your wake-up call. Make decisions faster, embrace the power of mini habits, and realize that so-called imperfection can set you free. Share your stories in the comments, and let’s spark a revolution in how you see success!#mindset #growth #motivation #freedom #truth --------------------------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 8, 2025 • 34min
Why You Fear What You Worship
This journey into Rudolf Otto’s The Idea of the Holy uncovers the raw intensity of encountering a God who is both terrifying and enthralling. From the Hebrew Bible’s overwhelming wrath to the Christian promise of a redemptive, fatherly love, we explore every nuance of the numinous. Join this deep-dive into “creature-consciousness,” feel the spine-chilling awe that lurks in your own faith, and discover why Otto rejected purely rational explanations for the divine. Is the Holy a cosmic tyrant, or the ultimate source of radiant mercy, or both at once? Let these ideas spark your own inner dialogue. Comment below, subscribe, and immerse yourself in that trembling fascination.
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Aug 7, 2025 • 55min
All You Ever Wanted to Know
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Aug 6, 2025 • 31min
The Most Dangerous Gospel Ever Written
In this spirited deep dive, we explore the Gospel of John in all its striking paradoxes, daring claims, and radical calls to love. From the cosmic opening lines that call Jesus the Logos to the intimate breakfast reunion on the shores of Galilee, each moment crackles with bold significance. Why does this ancient text still captivate, provoke, and transform human hearts? It might just be the most unpredictable collision of the physical and the divine ever set to words.
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Aug 6, 2025 • 23min
There is No Such Thing as a Self
This deep-dive challenges everything you hold sacred about personal identity. Prepare to question the foundations of who you think you are, as Metzinger’s radical arguments about consciousness and the elusive self-model unfold. Do you dare confront the illusions and see how they shape your thoughts, sensations, and sense of free will? Join the conversation and share your most daring questions.#EgoTunnel #ThomasMetzinger #PhilosophyOfMind #Consciousness #Neuroscience --------------------------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices