Chapter

Why People Enjoy Podcasts
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54:00 - 1:05:04 (11:03)

The popularity of podcasts has increased due to the open battleground it provides for discussing ideas without immediate feedback from biased audiences. Additionally, people enjoy hearing others talk about interesting ideas, even if it goes against the norm.

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The episode explores the purpose of religious rituals that involve suffering, and how they're meant to display devotion to God and community.
54:00 - 55:23 (01:22)
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Religion, Evolutionary Biology
Summary

The episode explores the purpose of religious rituals that involve suffering, and how they're meant to display devotion to God and community. Additionally, the hosts discuss the evolutionary benefits and detriments of the "hustle" mentality.

Chapter
Why People Enjoy Podcasts
Episode
#120 - Professor Paul Bloom - What Do BDSM & Meditation Have In Common?
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
The speaker discusses the psychology behind personal branding and how people attach themselves to personas to build their brand.
55:23 - 57:48 (02:25)
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Personal Branding
Summary

The speaker discusses the psychology behind personal branding and how people attach themselves to personas to build their brand. They also mention their fascination with learning about the backstories of people they meet.

Chapter
Why People Enjoy Podcasts
Episode
#120 - Professor Paul Bloom - What Do BDSM & Meditation Have In Common?
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
The act of giving apologies can often be risky, as it can make one appear weak or incoherent in perception.
57:48 - 1:01:19 (03:30)
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Apologies
Summary

The act of giving apologies can often be risky, as it can make one appear weak or incoherent in perception. Additionally, the online realm, as well as in-person actions, are often associated with an individual’s moral character and personal brand.

Chapter
Why People Enjoy Podcasts
Episode
#120 - Professor Paul Bloom - What Do BDSM & Meditation Have In Common?
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
A discussion on the growing popularity of the podcasting platform and how it provides an open battleground for discussing ideas without the immediate feedback audience members can provide, allowing for more honest conversations and exploration of interesting concepts.
1:01:20 - 1:05:04 (03:43)
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Podcasting
Summary

A discussion on the growing popularity of the podcasting platform and how it provides an open battleground for discussing ideas without the immediate feedback audience members can provide, allowing for more honest conversations and exploration of interesting concepts.

Chapter
Why People Enjoy Podcasts
Episode
#120 - Professor Paul Bloom - What Do BDSM & Meditation Have In Common?
Podcast
Modern Wisdom