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Challenging leading scientific theories that claim that our senses report back objective reality, cognitive scientist Donald Hoffman argues that while we should take our perceptions seriously, we should not take them literally. How can it be possible that the world we see is not objective reality? And how can our senses be useful if they are not communicating the truth? Hoffman grapples with these questions and more over the course of this eye-opening work.

Nearly everyone is familiar with holograms - three-dimensional images projected into space with the aid of a laser. Two of the world's most eminent thinkers believe that the universe itself may be a giant hologram, quite literally a kind of image or construct created, at least in part, by the human mind. University of London physicist David Bohm, one of the world's most respected quantum physicists, and Stanford neurophysiologist Karl Pribram, an architect of our modern understanding of the brain, have developed a remarkable new way of looking at the universe.

No subject is bigger than reality itself, and nothing is more challenging to understand, since what counts as reality is undergoing continual revision and has been for centuries. The quest to pin down what's real and what's illusory is both philosophical and scientific, a metaphysical search for ultimate reality that goes back to the ancient Greeks. For the last 400 years, this search has been increasingly guided by scientists, who create theories and test them in order to define and redefine reality.

This series of podcasts delves into the major topics surrounding obesity, hosted by the Director of Obesity UK, Sarah Le Brocq. Our main aim is to empower and provide information to people living with obesity - by raising awareness and unpacking the psychological factors and stigma associated with it. We will give people a voice and help them gain access to the treatment that is right for them. Subscribe, rate the podcast and give it a 5-star review – and keep listening for new episodes of ‘The Reality of Obesity’ Podcast. Johnson & Johnson provided financial sponsorship to Obesity UK ...

The Idea of the World offers a grounded alternative to the frenzy of unrestrained abstractions and unexamined assumptions in philosophy and science today. This book examines what can be learned about the nature of reality based on conceptual parsimony, straightforward logic, and empirical evidence from fields as diverse as physics and neuroscience. It compiles an overarching case for idealism - the notion that reality is essentially mental - from 10 original articles the author has previously published in leading academic journals.

Ever sit there thinking WTF?! Wondering how we are meant to keep going in a world that feels so fast, so fragile, and so unreal? You are not alone. Rewrite Reality with short bite sized moments of honesty, curiosity, and gentle thoughtfulness. No noise. No rush. No pressure to have answers. Many of us are carrying quiet worries about the future and trying to stay grounded while everything around us keeps shifting. These episodes create a calm place to slow down, breathe, and make sense of the stories that shape our lives. If you are looking for a softer space to think, reflect, and reconnect ...

Best-selling author Chris Mooney uses cutting-edge research to explain the psychology behind why today’s Republicans reject reality - it’s just part of who they are. From climate change to evolution, the rejection of mainstream science among Republicans is growing, as is the denial of expert consensus on the economy, American history, foreign policy, and much more. Why won’t Republicans accept things that most experts agree on? Why are they constantly fighting against the facts?

Without consciousness there is nothing. Have you ever wondered why and how the world around you came to exist, and whether there might be an afterlife experience awaiting you after our physical bodies die? Might there actually be a God and a heaven of some sort? The hypothesis presented in this book is that our seemingly physical universe of matter and energy is a virtual simulation which is thought into existence by a universal consciousness which we call God.

If you had a magic wand and could change your life so you were living authentically and the life you want, what would that look like? What is stopping you from getting that NOW?Join Joohong Lange, with Reality Switch Coaching, an Authentic Reality Architect, as they explore personal growth, self-discovery, and practical strategies for getting back to your most authentic self. Learn to embrace your past, be present now, and attain a dream you forgot you had. This content promises to be insightful and engaging.This is perfect if you are seeking motivation and guidance to find yourself again.Each...

The new book A Troublesome Inheritance confirms that the basic biological facts of race and human evolution are indisputable. But at certain moments, the book ceases to be a scientific inquiry into race and becomes something far more troubling.

REALITY OF A DESI GIRL™ is a multimedia brand leaning in to stop child marriage by partnering directly with the private and public sector to audit, address, amplify, and then reform archaic laws and social policies still exploiting women and minor children in the United States and abroad.

The human population is growing at an alarming rate that cannot be sustained by current systems. The world has seen a 200 percent increase in the population rate from 1950 to the present day, putting humanity on the verge of self-destruction for all life on Earth. We are running out of fossil fuels, food supplies, and space while seeking to create more and more power to energize our modern world. The prognosis is bleak unless we find a way to create power and harness alternative energy to keep up with our current unsustainable demand.

The team at American University's Immigration Lab, led by Dr. Ernesto Castañeda, help us make sense of recent developments, overlooked stories, and the newest research related to immigration policy and the experiences of immigrants worldwide.

Welcome young hero. Do you hear the call of adventure? Heroes of Reality. This podcast will feature conversations with brave and brilliant people on their own hero’s journey. What is the hero’s journey? It is a narrative story arch that describes the pattern of human potential coined by the late great Joseph Campbell. It is my belief that life is a game and you are the player. It is up to you to make your life an epic story and a game worthy of playing. We will be combining the narrative lens of the hero's journey while applying game terminology describing real-world experiences. ...

Welcome to the podcast Radically Redefining your Reality, from the inside out with Becky Rodrigues. This podcast is for the people who are ready to kiss goodbye to the conditioning that's making you believe you're not 'enough' & instead confidently be who you really are. My vision is for you to embrace your true authentic self & feel confident & empowered in all aspects of your inner & outer world, so that you have the confidence to express all parts of yourself & the courage to achieve what you truly want in your relationships, work/business & life. As an experienced Integrative ...

Housing policy is a mess in Canada. Here's how to fix it: Take all the best housing research, crunch the numbers, and translate that research into reality. This conversation is for researchers, students, and everyone who wants to make housing more affordable for more people. Jim Dunn is the Director of the Canadian Housing Evidence Collaborative. Cynthia Belaskie is a managing director at McMaster University. Listen as they talk to experts and explore data-based solutions to our housing crisis. Learn more about the Canadian Housing Evidence Collaborative.

Join your host, Dr. Kirsten Lee Hill, as she dives into the viral stats and facts sweeping the internet. Each week, she’ll check out into a new ‘research shows’ or ‘study finds’ making waves in the headlines and uncover whether it’s legit or not. Along the way, you’ll learn how to conduct better research, spot misleading claims, gather credible data, and make better decisions. Whether you’re a fellow data geek, an entrepreneur, a student, or just someone who loves a good data mystery, tune in to explore the power of data, the importance of transparency, and how to make sure you...

Ist Reality-TV nur ein guilty pleasure? Für uns nicht! Wir sind Dr. Dinah, Dr. Risa, und Franzi (M.Sc.), wir sind Psychologinnen und in unserem wöchentlichen Podcast “Trashologinnen” werfen wir einen psychologischen Blick auf die beliebtesten Trash-TV Formate aus Deutschland. Dabei versuchen wir durch unsere individuelle Expertise die Shows aus unterschiedlichen Blickwinkeln zu beleuchten: Franzi und Dinah haben viele Jahren in der Forschung und in der Lehre an verschiedenen Universitäten gearbeitet und besprechen jede Woche eine psychologische Theorie oder Studie. Risa ist klinische ...

From Rules to Reality is a podcast that highlights how regulation shapes, or fails to shape, our daily lives. Regulation is what can make our roads work, our buildings safe, and our environment clean. But it’s also what fails when discrimination, human rights breaches and poor standards of care occur. Learning from experts about where regulation is working, and where we can improve, is my focus in this podcast.