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This podcast starts with a deep examination of Richard Bach's book "Illusions," which made a profound difference in my life. And then we will launch from there into a deep dive into the philosophical, spiritual, metaphysical, and mystical aspects of our world. Along the way, we will explore and test the lessons in the book, the wisdom of the ancients, and the metaphysical implications of much modern science.

Alan Watts discusses the Indian philosophy of the world as maya - under its multiple meanings as illusion, art, magic, creative power, measure, etc. Various techniques in the arts are used to illustrate the delicate and vibrational character of the material world, and to suggest a new approach to the old philosophy that the universe is "mind" only.

"Future of an Illusion," authored by Sigmund Freud in 1927, embarks on a critical examination of religion, articulating it as a psychological construct born from humanity's deep-seated needs for protection, moral guidance, and understanding of the universe.

Ever find yourself questioning your reality or feeling the weight of existential angst? The illusions that society has been selling you just not cutting it anymore? Grand Illusions and Existential Angst is here to lift the veil. Ready for a podcast that is more solution than small talk? Tune in now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeff & Darron ponder the intersection of reality, consciousness, and culture. These conversations comprise an ongoing attempt to construct meaning by exploring art and science, developing understanding of the context underpinning our current moment in time, and imagining possible futures for human civilization. No expertise here, just two guys who enjoy learning, thinking, and talking about big ideas, deep questions, and the “beautiful illusion” that is the subjective human experience. *New episodes released every one to two months on Sunday mornings*

With the lucid verve and solid scientific grounding of an Oliver Sacks or Malcolm Gladwell, Dr. Brian Boxer Wachler guides listeners on a fascinating tour of the bedrock of our existence - the way our senses perceive everything and everyone in the world around us. Why does one person see Jesus in a shower curtain, get a "bad feeling" about someone they've just met, or hear a conversation so differently than the other person? Boxer Wachler describes some of the mysterious medical conditions that cause non-psychiatric hallucinations and neurological mix-ups.

A ciência vem sendo maltratada. Negacionismo, achismos, falta de investimento: ela tem precisado lutar pelo que antes era óbvio, pois vivemos em um momento em que fatos inquestionáveis são...questionados. Os prejuízos desse desapego pela ciência são sentidos duramente nos dias atuais e amplificados pelas redes sociais. Que remédio há para esses males?

"The Reality Matrix: Exploring Illusions and the Fabric of Reality" takes you on a thrilling journey across the frontiers of human understanding. Guided by Julian Homes we navigate the mystifying realms of alternate realities, quantum mysteries, and consciousness. Each episode delves into our perceived existence, unearthing the astonishing links between cosmos and mind. From time paradoxes and quantum mechanics to the enigma of AI, we dare to question, to dream, and to explore. Join us in this voyage through the matrix of reality – where the universe transcends expectation and the familiar ...

The middle class is over. It was a lie. We have the 1%...and then everyone else. Does this explain your life? My middle class life was actually working class. My problem is that it's taken me years to learn the difference.Your host Frank Simon has 40 years of work experience from white collar to blue collar, in the public sector, private sector, GIG worker, and business owner.Perspective from someone having lived in all three provinces of Western Canada, and what makes us different.