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Toxoplasma - The Parasite That Turns FEAR Into DESIRE This video was made in collaboration with my good friend, Dan, who has spent the last year creating a documentary about the affects of Toxoplasma parasites on the Hawaiian ecosystem. Go check out the trailer for the doc here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ou6HSQjaUj0&feature=youtu.beCheck out the After Skool graphic novel at https://www.afterskool.net/Please support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AfterSkoolToxoplasma gondii is a protozoan parasite and as a parasite, its goal is to reproduce and affect more and more hosts. The only place in the entire world that toxoplasma can find a mate and sexually reproduce is in the gut of a felide....like a tiger, a lion,….or more commonly, a cat.Inside the cat’s gut, the organism can recombine with other toxoplasma genes, sexually reproduce and create eggs, called oocysts. When a cat is infected, it sheds these eggs into the environment through its feces.The eggs are highly durable and can sit in the environment for months or even years. Since the parasite can only reproduce in the gut of a cat, it’s evolutionary challenge is how to get back inside a cat. How does toxoplasma do this? It is very, very creative.These toxoplasma eggs are everywhere, On the ground, in the water, basically around areas where there are cats. Cat prey, such as rodents, then root around through the soil or drink water that is contaminated with the parasite eggs. Once ingested, the parasite migrates throughout the rodent’s body, particularly the brain.And this is where it gets even crazier. Toxoplasma has the ability to rewire the brain and turn FEAR into DESIRE. The parasite forms cysts, focusing most densely on the amygdala, the region of the brain linked to fear and anxiety. So rodents, who’s instinctual behavior is to avoid the scent of cats aka avoid being eaten, now become sexually attracted to the smell of cat urine. The rodents are then more likely eaten by a cat, allowing the parasite to enter the next phase of its life cycle.But the parasite is not only limited to rodents. 30-50% of humans carry toxoplasma. Once considered strictly latent in the human body, scientists are beginning to question that.For more interesting videos, please subscribe! Follow the podcast for new episodes. We cannot change the world. But we can change ourselves...and that will change the world. The goal of this podcast is to empower the individual and deliver profound ideas through art. Find After Skool on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AfterSkool/videos Disclaimer: This podcast is an independent initiative inspired by the thought-provoking content of After Skool. It is created by a viewer who appreciates the depth of the ideas shared and wants to make them more accessible in an audio format. While every effort is made to preserve the essence of the original content, this is not an official After Skool production, nor is it affiliated with or endorsed by After Skool. All rights to the original material belong to After Skool. If you have any concerns regarding this podcast, please feel free to reach out. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

UNLOCK the Creative LIGHT-FORCE Within - Dr. Zach Bush Zach Bush, MD is triple board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine, endocrinology and hospice care. He is the founder of Seraphic Group, an organization devoted to developing root-cause solutions for human and ecological health in the sectors of big farming, big pharma, and Western Medicine at large. And he is also the founder of Farmers Footprint https://farmersfootprint.us/, a non-profit coalition of farmers, educators, doctors, scientists, and business leaders aiming to expose the deleterious human and environmental impacts of chemical farming and pesticide reliancewhile simultaneously offering a path forward through regenerative agricultural practices.Dr. Zach Bush's work is critical in exposing the truth about our toxic food system or its health impact. To learn more please visit https://zachbushmd.com/This audio is from the Aubrey Marcus Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fi5vII2WO0c&t=2577sPlease consider supporting After Skool on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AfterSkool Visit our site at https://www.afterskool.net/ Check out the new After Skool prints! https://after-skool.creator-spring.com/ Send us an email at afterskool100@gmail.com Or get our new book, "Why Don't Country Flags Use the Color Purple?". The perfect gift for kids ages 4-13. Available now on Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/Dont-Country-Flags-Color-Purple/dp/0578489244/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3H5AAQ7XSP0Y7&keywords=why+don%27t+country+flags+use+the+color+purple&qid=1573708110&s=music&sprefix=why+don%27t+count%2Cpopular%2C196&sr=8-1 Follow the podcast for new episodes. We cannot change the world. But we can change ourselves...and that will change the world. The goal of this podcast is to empower the individual and deliver profound ideas through art. Find After Skool on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AfterSkool/videos Disclaimer: This podcast is an independent initiative inspired by the thought-provoking content of After Skool. It is created by a viewer who appreciates the depth of the ideas shared and wants to make them more accessible in an audio format. While every effort is made to preserve the essence of the original content, this is not an official After Skool production, nor is it affiliated with or endorsed by After Skool. All rights to the original material belong to After Skool. If you have any concerns regarding this podcast, please feel free to reach out. ------ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a brilliant feature, George Carlin, the iconic stand-up comedian known for his incisive social commentary, dissects the pitfalls of euphemisms and sterile language. He hilariously critiques how we soften harsh realities, from 'shell shock' to PTSD, while mocking institutions that use jargon to obscure their failures. Carlin's sharp wit shines as he explores age and death-related phrases, revealing our avoidance of difficult truths. His reflections are both insightful and outrageously funny, challenging us to confront the language we use.

Alan Watts explores the idea that existence is not a linear journey but a playful art form without a predetermined destination. He critiques traditional education for framing life as a step-by-step progression, which fosters missed opportunities for living fully in the moment. Watts warns against the dangers of postponing happiness for future success, leading to a sense of emptiness later in life. His insights encourage embracing the present and experiencing life as a gift.

The Dangers of Victimhood - Jordan Peterson Jordan Peterson is a Canadian clinical psychologist and a professor of psychology at the University of Toronto. His main areas of study are in abnormal, social, and personality psychology, with a focus in assessment and improvement of personality and performance. His book, "12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos" has sold over 3 millions copies and was a National Best-Seller and International Best-Seller.Check out Jordan's new, excellent book: Beyond Order - 12 More Rules for Life.Find Jordan on his website: https://www.jordanbpeterson.comPlease consider supporting After Skool on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AfterSkool Visit our site at https://www.afterskool.net/ Check out the new After Skool prints! https://after-skool.creator-spring.com/ Or send us an email at afterskool100@gmail.comPlease share, like, comment, subscribe and hit the notifications bell so you don't miss future videos. Thank you. Follow the podcast for new episodes. We cannot change the world. But we can change ourselves...and that will change the world. The goal of this podcast is to empower the individual and deliver profound ideas through art. Find After Skool on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AfterSkool/videos Disclaimer: This podcast is an independent initiative inspired by the thought-provoking content of After Skool. It is created by a viewer who appreciates the depth of the ideas shared and wants to make them more accessible in an audio format. While every effort is made to preserve the essence of the original content, this is not an official After Skool production, nor is it affiliated with or endorsed by After Skool. All rights to the original material belong to After Skool. If you have any concerns regarding this podcast, please feel free to reach out. ----------------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this enlightening discussion, Manly P. Hall, a renowned Canadian philosopher and author known for his exploration of mysticism and self-improvement, shares profound insights on inner leadership and the nature of reality. He emphasizes the power of stillness to contact the higher self and the importance of silencing distractions to access intuition. Hall outlines practical disciplines for enriching the body, mind, and emotions, urging listeners to clear past mistakes for a true rebirth. His decades of wisdom come alive as he highlights the journey towards genuine personal growth.

Constant busyness doesn't guarantee productivity. The importance of setting clear priorities over juggling multiple goals is discussed. Learning to say no and applying Bruce Lee's principle of simplicity can help eliminate distractions. The podcast explores the 80-20 rule, emphasizing focus on vital tasks for better results. Setting tight deadlines fosters urgency, while a compact daily to-do list streamlines priorities. Reflective questions are encouraged to sift through the noise of busywork.

College is NOT the Only Path to Success - Casey Neistat & Gary Vaynerchuk There is NO defined path to success. College can help you find that path, but it is certainly NOT the only path to success. Gary Vaynerchuk and Casey Neistat describe how business and entrepreneurship can not be taught in school.To support this channel please contribute to our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AfterSkool Thank you so much!Animation by https://www.kramgallery.com/Please subscribe for more weekly vids.Song at the end by Kelypso https://soundcloud.com/kelypso Follow the podcast for new episodes. We cannot change the world. But we can change ourselves...and that will change the world. The goal of this podcast is to empower the individual and deliver profound ideas through art. Find After Skool on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AfterSkool/videos Disclaimer: This podcast is an independent initiative inspired by the thought-provoking content of After Skool. It is created by a viewer who appreciates the depth of the ideas shared and wants to make them more accessible in an audio format. While every effort is made to preserve the essence of the original content, this is not an official After Skool production, nor is it affiliated with or endorsed by After Skool. All rights to the original material belong to After Skool. If you have any concerns regarding this podcast, please feel free to reach out. --------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How To Work Less & Be More Productive - Tim Ferriss Go to http://www.audible.com/afterskool or text AFTERSKOOL to 500-500 to get a free book, 2 Audible Originals, and 30 day free trial. Tim Ferriss has been listed as one of Fast Company‘s “Most Innovative Business People” and one of Fortune‘s “40 under 40.” He is an early-stage technology investor/advisor (Uber, Facebook, Shopify, Duolingo, Alibaba, and 50+ others) and the author of five #1 New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestsellers, including The 4-Hour Workweek and Tools of Titans. The Observer and other media have called Tim “the Oprah of audio” due to the influence of The Tim Ferriss Show podcast, which is the first business/interview podcast to exceed 100 million downloads.For more interesting animations, please subscribe to After Skool. Get our graphic novel or hire us to make you an animation at https://www.afterskool.net/ Please support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AfterSkool Follow the podcast for new episodes. We cannot change the world. But we can change ourselves...and that will change the world. The goal of this podcast is to empower the individual and deliver profound ideas through art. Find After Skool on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AfterSkool/videos Disclaimer: This podcast is an independent initiative inspired by the thought-provoking content of After Skool. It is created by a viewer who appreciates the depth of the ideas shared and wants to make them more accessible in an audio format. While every effort is made to preserve the essence of the original content, this is not an official After Skool production, nor is it affiliated with or endorsed by After Skool. All rights to the original material belong to After Skool. If you have any concerns regarding this podcast, please feel free to reach out. ------------------------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reflecting on life's fleeting nature, the discussion reveals five common regrets people face at the end. Many lament staying in unfulfilling careers that drain their joy. A lack of quality time with family often leaves lasting sorrow. There's also regret in not expressing true feelings, missing out on deep emotional connections. Friendships fade without effort, yet reconnecting can be simple. Finally, the urge to travel is emphasized, as many postpone adventures until it's too late. Start living fully now!