The hosts challenge the traditional narrative of societal evolution, exploring alternative histories that suggest diverse ways of living. They delve into critiques of progress from indigenous and European perspectives, emphasizing community engagement. Discussions include the need for government reform to prioritize human interests and the evolution of modern activism. The podcast also examines the intricacies of colonialism, indigenous resilience, and the potential of radical ideas to reshape societal structures. Lastly, they advocate for reevaluating values and reimagining our future beyond scarcity.

Katja Grace, an AI Impacts researcher, dives into the potential perils of advanced AI and the alignment problem. She discusses the skepticism around AI doom scenarios, weighing the real risks against the ineptitude of current systems. The conversation explores AI autonomy, ethical dilemmas with corporate AI use, and the potential societal impact of Universal Basic Income. Grace emphasizes the importance of transparency and ethical considerations as humanity navigates the uncertain terrain of increasingly capable, yet unpredictable, AI technologies.

Delve into the intriguing interplay between faith and individuality in today's secular society. Explore Carl Jung's insights on how a strong sense of self can shield populations from chaos. Examine the complex relationship between wealth, bureaucracy, and homelessness, revealing the disconnect between idealism and harsh realities. Additionally, discuss the impact of technology on political polarization and the challenges posed by contemporary educational structures. Discover how personal agency and creativity can flourish amidst bureaucratic constraints.

Join Dr. L. Randall Wray, a leading economist and advocate for Modern Monetary Theory, as he unravels the intriguing history of money. Wray challenges traditional ideas about debt, arguing it's more about tracking obligations than a burden. He discusses the evolution from barter systems to tally sticks and the rise of central banking. With insights into how currency and debt dynamics shape modern economies, he paints a picture of money as a fluid, evolving construct rather than a fixed entity.

We bring you a discussion about the secrets of ancient astronomy with Dr. Duane Hamacher, an Associate Professor of Cultural Astronomy in the School of Physics at the University of Melbourne. Our conversation explores the importance of astronomical observation to ancient people around the world, but particularly those of aboriginal Australia. We ask why so many cultures, geographically isolated, present the same myths for identical constellations. We also explore the migration out of Polynesia and ponder the world during the last ice age. Tell us your thoughts in the comments! Sign up for our Patreon and get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasB AND rock some Demystify Gear to spread the word: https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/ OR do your Amazon shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/4g2cPVV (00:00) Go! Exploring the intersection of science and mythology in ancient sky observations (00:07:18) The significance of oral traditions and mythology in preserving ancient knowledge (00:22:02) Myth and mysticism in science and indigenous knowledge (00:23:28 Science as modern mythology (00:26:13) Myth vs mysticism: encoding ancient knowledge (00:29:01) Mythology and empirical myths in science (00:32:59) Evolution of scientific knowledge (00:43:10) Understanding Mythology as Knowledge Transmission (00:46:08) Speculations on Cosmic Events in Mythology (00:49:03) Challenges in Preserving Indigenous Knowledge (00:54:12) Impact of Academic Research on Indigenous Communities (01:04:14) Ancient astronomical predictions and variable stars (01:05:23) Understanding eclipsing binary systems (01:06:20) Ancient Egyptian records and astrophysical insights (01:07:56) Cultural interpretations of celestial events (01:09:19) Oral traditions and eclipse predictions (01:24:42) Ancient cultures' advanced astronomical knowledge (01:28:08) Polynesian migration and cultural astronomy (01:36:03) Underwater archaeology and sea level rise (01:45:29) Celestial Motifs in Global Religions (01:48:17) Venus and Cultural Symbolism (01:49:10) Astronomical Basis of Cultural Rituals (01:54:01) Cross-Cultural Constellations (01:57:03) The Myth of the Seven Sisters (02:05:55) Human Perception of Constellations (02:07:04) Cultural Influence on Constellation Creation (02:25:21) The impact of interdisciplinary collaboration #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcast, #Mythology, #AncientKnowledge, #OralTraditions, #IndigenousWisdom, #CulturalAstronomy, #ScienceAndMyth, #CosmicEvents, #AstronomyHistory, #AncientAstronomy, #PolynesianNavigation, #MythVsMysticism, #AncientEgypt, #CulturalRituals, #VenusSymbolism, #SevenSistersMyth, #CrossCulturalAstronomy, #Constellations, #InterdisciplinaryScience, #UnderwaterArchaeology, #HumanOrigins Check our short-films channel, @DemystifySci: https://www.youtube.com/c/DemystifyingScience AND our material science investigations of atomics, @MaterialAtomics https://www.youtube.com/@MaterialAtomics Join our mailing list https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S PODCAST INFO: Anastasia completed her PhD studying bioelectricity at Columbia University. When not talking to brilliant people or making movies, she spends her time painting, reading, and guiding backcountry excursions. Shilo also did his PhD at Columbia studying the elastic properties of molecular water. When he's not in the film studio, he's exploring sound in music. They are both freelance professors at various universities. - Blog: http://DemystifySci.com/blog - RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/2be66934/podcast/rss - Donate: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaD - Swag: https://bit.ly/2PXdC2y SOCIAL: - Discord: https://discord.gg/MJzKT8CQub - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DemystifySci - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DemystifySci/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/DemystifySci MUSIC: -Shilo Delay: https://g.co/kgs/oty671

We sit down, in-person, with the unorthodox mathematical theorist and actor, Terrence Howard. Terrence joins us to discuss his geometric model of physical reality, which resurrects the luminiferous aether...sort of. Instead of taking the aether to be a formless fluid, Terrence proposes a subunit structure for the fabric of reality, which is based on a fractal system of three dimensional shapes. We discuss the need for physical alternatives to the 'fabric of spacetime,' challenges to the standard models, why the aether was initially abandoned, and then take a walk through his geometric universe - complete with actual physical models of Terrence's aetheric structures. Sign up for our Patreon and get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasB AND rock some Demystify Gear to spread the word: https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/ OR do your Amazon shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/4g2cPVV More details: https://www.terryslynchpins.com/knowledge-base (00:00) Go! Introduction and Overview (00:03:12) Quest for Fundamental Answers (00:05:32) Wave-Particle Duality Revisited (00:11:05) Dynamic Field Interpretations (00:24:13) Critique of Quantum Electrodynamics (00:25:37) Meaning and implications of a mathematically driven universe (00:27:13) Pitfalls of oversimplification in science (00:31:33) Role of science versus engineering in research (00:32:30) The quest for a holistic understanding in science (00:33:49) Balancing scientific knowledge and spiritual beliefs (00:45:25) Challenging established systems (00:46:18) Desire for freedom and new possibilities (00:49:41) Embracing a future of truth and paradigm shift (00:51:44) Motivation beyond traditional recognition (00:55:24) Trusting the process and long-term impact (01:06:51) Physics and Technology Integration (01:09:30) High-Pressure Refolding for Radioactive Materials (01:11:32) Technological Innovation and Peer Review (01:16:03) Challenges to Established Mathematical Models (01:28:05) The nature of mathematical operations in calculators (01:31:20) Abstract representations in mathematics and their physical correlates (01:35:06) Challenges with multiplicative operations in non-integer contexts (01:50:34) Magnetic vs. Electric Fields (01:51:42) Nature of Polar Interactions (01:54:00) Reevaluation of Magnetism (01:58:24) Unified Theory of Physics (02:13:06) Harmonic Relationships in Elemental Spectra (02:16:00) Exploring Spectral Line Harmonics (02:21:45) Frequency and Elemental Creation (02:38:42) Tetreyen Theory and Manipulation (02:39:25) Magnetic Dynamics and Vortex Formation (02:41:00) Self-Referencing Systems and Structural Repetition (02:42:29) Proposal for an Etheric Structure (02:44:06) Further Exploration and Evaluation #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcast, #TerrenceHoward #QuantumPhysics, #WaveParticleDuality, #FieldTheory, #QuantumElectrodynamics, #MathematicsInScience, #ElectromagneticRadiation, #PhysicsVsEngineering, #ScienceAndSpirituality, #ParadigmShift, #TechnologicalInnovation, #UnifiedTheory, #SpectralHarmonics, #MagneticFields, #EthericStructure, #ElementalSpectra, #PhysicsRevolution, #MathematicalUniverse Check our short-films channel, @DemystifySci: https://www.youtube.com/c/DemystifyingScience AND our material science investigations of atomics, @MaterialAtomics https://www.youtube.com/@MaterialAtomics Join our mailing list https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S

Dr. Shamini Jain is a scientist, clinical psychologist, and founder of the Consciousness and Healing Initiative, aiming to transform healthcare beyond traditional systems. In the discussion, she delves into psychoneuroimmunology and biofield therapies, highlighting their roles in holistic healing. Jain critiques managed care for its focus on profit over compassion. She shares insights on the power of mindfulness, community support, and the transformative impact of energy healing, advocating for a more integrative approach to health that values emotional connections and self-care.

Dr. Robyn Faith Walsh is an Associate Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Miami, who takes an unconventional approach to studying the origin of Christianity. What if, she asks, instead of using one dictionary for biblical texts, and a different one for all other contemporaneous Greek literature, we read the gospels as if they were the same as any other classical text? It turns out that this small shift in semantic content reveals a lot about the people who wrote the bible, the reasons for Christianity’s massive rise to popularity, and the entrenchment of the traditions that warped the weft of the spiritual teachings originally contained within these ancient books. Sign up for our Patreon and get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasB AND rock some Demystify Gear to spread the word: https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/ OR do your Amazon shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/4g2cPVV (00:00) Go! Christianity & Historical Revisionism (00:06:46) Impact of Philosophy on Religion (00:18:08) Journey into Classics & Religious Texts (00:23:07) The Jefferson Bible and Historical Context (00:26:31) Historical Understanding of the Bible's Origins (00:29:29) Perceptions of Biblical Authorship (00:38:02) Critical Study of Religious Texts (00:44:06) Interpretation of Greek Terms in Religious Context (00:46:11) Reinterpreting 'Spirit' and Conversion in Early Christianity (00:51:01) Consciousness and Spirit in Science and Religion (00:55:06) Defining Religion and Its Academic Challenges (00:57:53) The Formation of Christianity and Its Historical Context (01:07:33) Paul's Revelations and Cultural Context (01:10:32) Psychedelics and Religion (01:12:08) Paul's Role and Interpretation (01:18:05) Christianity's Integration #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcast, #Christianity, #ReligionHistory, #BiblicalStudies, #PhilosophyOfReligion, #AncientRome, #GospelOrigins, #PaulTheApostle, #PsychedelicsAndReligion, #EarlyChristianity, #HistoricalJesus, #ReligiousTextAnalysis, #RomanEmpire, #EnlightenmentThought, #ReligiousScholarship, #ClassicalPhilosophy, #CulturalSyncretism, #EgyptianInfluence, #BiblicalAuthorship, #PhilosophyOfReligion, #ChurchHistory Check our short-films channel, @DemystifySci: https://www.youtube.com/c/DemystifyingScience AND our material science investigations of atomics, @MaterialAtomics https://www.youtube.com/@MaterialAtomics Join our mailing list https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S PODCAST INFO: Anastasia completed her PhD studying bioelectricity at Columbia University. When not talking to brilliant people or making movies, she spends her time painting, reading, and guiding backcountry excursions. Shilo also did his PhD at Columbia studying the elastic properties of molecular water. When he's not in the film studio, he's exploring sound in music. They are both freelance professors at various universities. - Blog: http://DemystifySci.com/blog - RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/2be66934/podcast/rss - Donate: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaD - Swag: https://bit.ly/2PXdC2y SOCIAL: - Discord: https://discord.gg/MJzKT8CQub - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DemystifySci - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DemystifySci/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/DemystifySci MUSIC: -Shilo Delay: https://g.co/kgs/oty671

In this enlightening discussion, Drs. A. V. Bendebury and M. S. DeLay dive into the visionary ideas of Walter Russell, a turn-of-the-century painter and mystic. They explore the fusion of mysticism and physics, reflecting on how Russell’s insights challenge modern scientific paradigms. The conversation covers the quest for a unified theory, critiques of contemporary physics, and the philosophical implications of reconciling cosmic mysteries with human creativity. The guests also emphasize the importance of intuition in understanding the universe's intricacies.

Dr. Simon Michaux, an associate professor at the Geological Survey of Finland, dives into his ambitious Prometheus Project—aimed at creating a sustainable city in the Peruvian desert. He passionately discusses the necessary resources and the societal structures required for success, contrasting utopian ideals with real-world challenges. The conversation explores innovative strategies like advanced water sourcing, eco-tourism, and community dynamics, all while emphasizing the need for collaboration and a new social contract to shift towards a sustainable future.