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Point Counterpoint is a podcast where host Chris Wright discusses exciting topics in long form conversation format. He covers many topics from space exploration to social media and everything in between. Exciting guests are brought in that bring in valuable insights from unique perspectives.

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    #100 - Bishop Raphael on Orthodoxy and Divinisation

    Bishop Raphael of Ilion is the Bishop of Scotland in the Patriarch of Great Britain part of the Ecumenical Archpatriarch. Check out my links: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint

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    #99 - Michael Barry on AI and Philosophy

    Host Chris Wright speaks with polymath Michael Barry about topics such as Philosophy and Artificial Intelligence. Michael also discusses his book “Natural Philosophy.” Check out Michael’s website: http://www.helicalnetwork.com/Check out my links: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

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    #98 - Gwendolyn Dolske on Women Philosophers, Existentialism, and Social Media

    Dr Gwendolyn Dolske is a philosopher at Cal Poly Pomona and host of the podcast Good is in the Details. She focuses on the philosophy of Sex and Love, Moral Therapy, Existentialism, and self improvement. She is the author of the book “Tips from The Professor A Guide to College Success.” Follow her on X: https://twitter.com/GDolske Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodisinthedetailspod/ Her website can be found at: https://www.goodisinthedetails.com/ Follow my own links at: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint/

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    #97 - Grant Lockridge on Prayer, Apologetics, and Christian Living

    Grant Lockridge is the co-host of the Across the Counter Podcast with his fellow co-host Jerod Tafta. They focus on issues surrounding many perspectives to Christianity. Follow him on Instagram: @acrossthecounterpod Check out all my links: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint

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    #96 - Eric Hernandez on Christian and Theistic Apologetics

    Eric Hernandez is a Christian apologist and minister with a background in philosophy and theology. He can be found at his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@EricHernandez Check out all of my links: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint

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    #95 - Daniel Sanderson on Classics, Consciousness, and Plato

    Daniel Sanderson is a Platonic philosopher and entrepreneur who loves applying philosophy to helping others to develop their brands and themselves. He is particularly interested in virtue, Artificial Intelligence and Conscious, Complex Systems, Ancient Philosophers, and Free Will. Find him at his website: https://www.planksip.org/author/daniel-sanderson/ Or here: https://planksip.me/CEO Or here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielplanksip/ My links: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint

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    #94 - Oli Anderson on Realness and Purpose

    Oli Anderson is an author, podcaster, life coach, and philosopher who loves helping others reach their full potential. His two books are titled "Personal Revolutions: A Short Course in Realness" and "Shadow Life: Freedom From BS in an Unreal World". Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/olijanderson Or Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/olijanderson Or visit his website: https://www.olianderson.co.uk Or YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/olianderson Check out my links as well: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint

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    #93 - Bracha Goetz on Literature and Nourishing the Soul

    Bracha Goetz is a wellness expert and a children's author with over 40 books. She also is the author of a memoir about dealing with food addictions joyfully and spiritually. Find her books at: www.goetzbookshop.com Follow her on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrachaGoetz Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brachagoetzbooks Subscribe to her on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ygJS275FPg Check out my links: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint

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    #92 - Eric Brazau on Islam

    Eric Brazau is an author seeking to start conversations over the rise of Islam in the West. To find a solution, we first have to determine what the question is. Find his book on Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Muslim-Reformers-vs-Fundamentalists-Multicultural-ebook/dp/B0BVVN9HLP/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1NZTNXHFNDHGE&keywords=islam+reformers+vs+fundamentalists&qid=1687362338&sprefix=islam+reformers+vs+fundamentali%2Caps%2C333&sr=8-1 Or Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/Muslim-Reformers-vs-Fundamentalists-Multicultural-ebook/dp/B0BVVN9HLP/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1NZTNXHFNDHGE&keywords=islam+reformers+vs+fundamentalists&qid=1687362338&sprefix=islam+reformers+vs+fundamentali%2Caps%2C333&sr=8-1 Learn more at his website: https://learningislam.ca/ Follow me at all my links: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint

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    #91 - Fr Matthew Jarvis OP on Liturgy and Theology

    Fr Matthew Jarvis is a Dominican Friar in the English Province of the Order of Preachers. He is currently located at the Edinburgh Chaplaincy and is doing doctoral work on Dominican chant. Follow me at all my links: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint

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    #90 - Keith Nester on Apologetics and Evangelisation

    Keith Nester is a Catholic apologist, YouTuber, and educator. His ministry is called Down 2 Earth Ministries. In this episode, we sit down and talk about Catholicism, liturgy, evangelising, and prayer. His YouTube channel can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/KeithNester More information about Down 2 Earth Ministries can be found at: https://down2earthministry.org/ Check out my links: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint

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    #89 - Father Albert OP on Thomism and the Priesthood

    Father Albert Robertson is a Dominican Friar in the English Province of the Order of Preachers. He was previously located at the Edinburgh Chaplaincy and is now located at Fisher House, Cambridge. Follow me at all my links: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint

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    #88 - Noah Healy on Game Theory and Creating Better Marketplaces

    Noah Healy is a professional algorithm developer and recreational mathematician who has become an expert on game theory and designing marketplaces. You can learn more about him at the following links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v8aOEcDV7MA https://coordisc.com/ https://www.smgravesassociates.com/2021/12/09/episode-72-are-we-here-yet-podcast/ Check out all my links: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint

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    #87 - John Mason MSP on Scottish Independence and Abortion

    John Mason is a Scottish Member of Parliament for Glasgow Shettleston. He is a member of the Scottish Nationalist Party and is active in the Scottish pro-life movement. Follow me on all my links: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint

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    Point Counterpoint is back!

    Host Chris Wright returns to Point Counterpoint with a new look and new episodes. Keep up to date with new episodes on your favourite podcast platform and YouTube. Follow me on social media as well to get vital information. Here are my links: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint

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    #86 - Onomatopoeia as the First Words in Language Evolution?

    Host Chris Wright will be exploring the origins of human language regarding onomatopoeia and word echoic bases. Could it be that all words originate from the sound that the object makes in nature?    Point Counterpoint links: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint References: Coker, L. (2016). Tolkien’s linguistics: The artificial languages of quenya and sindarin., 1242-1249. http://libjournals.unca.edu/ncur/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/1881-Coker-Laura-FINAL.pdf​ Elijah Omwansa Mariera. (2020). Onomatopoeic infinitives and nouns in EkeGusii: Evidence for imagic and relative iconicity. Macrolinguistics, 8(12), 36-54. https://doi.org/10.26478/ja2020.8.12.3​ Forschner, M. (1981). Die stoische Ethik: Über den Zusammenhang von Natur-, Sprach- und Moralphilosophie im altstoischen System, Darmstadt 19952, 1st ed. pp. 67–84. https://www.academia.edu/37327154/Language_and_ontology_in_Stoic_philosophy​ Green, H. (CrashCourse),  (2016). Language & meaning: Crash course philosophy #26. [Video/DVD] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmwgmt7wcv8&ab_channel=CrashCourse​ Kneis,  A . (2011). “10 Common Words You Had No Idea Were Onomatopoeias.” Cracked. https://ajax.cracked.com/article_19568_10-common-words-you-had-no-idea-were-onomatopoeias.html. ​ LAING, C. (2019). A role for onomatopoeia in early language: Evidence from phonological development. Language and Cognition, 11(2), 173-187. doi:10.1017/langcog.2018.23​ Lemasson, A., Ouattara, K., Bouchet, H. et al. Speed of call delivery is related to context and caller identity in Campbell’s monkey males. Naturwissenschaften 97, 1023–1027 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00114-010-0715-6 Mariera, E. O. (2020). Onomatopoeic infinitives and nouns in EkeGusii: Evidence for imagic and relative iconicity. Macrolinguistics, 8(12), 36-54. https://doi.org/10.26478/ja2020.8.12.3​ Online etymology dictionary. (2021). https://www.etymonline.com/​ Osaka, N. (1990). Multidimensional analysis of onomatopoeia : A note to make sensory scale from words. 音声科学研究 = Studia Phonologica, 24, 25-33. https://explore.openaire.eu/search/publication?articleId=jairo_______::0c333caf8e40423ec4cf2533b3b52e92​ Plato, Cratylus (c. 360 BCE). Trans. Jowett, B.,  https://freeclassicebooks.com/Plato/Cratylus.pdf​ Quinlan, K. C. (2021). Campbell’s mona monkey. https://www.neprimateconservancy.org/campbells-mona-monkey.html​ Ramelow, A. (2008). Language without Reduction: Aquinas and the Linguistic Turn. Angelicum. https://www.academia.edu/37997108/Language_without_Reduction_Aquinas_and_the_Linguistic_Turn​ Smith, A.R. (2017). [Review of the book A Secret Vice: Tolkien on Invented Languages, by J.R.R. Tolkien]. Tolkien Studies 14, 169-184. doi:10.1353/tks.2017.0013.​ Tolkien, J. R. R. (2016). A Secret Vice: Tolkien on Invented Languages. United Kingdom: HarperCollins Publishers. http://libjournals.unca.edu/ncur/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/1881-Coker-Laura-FINAL.pdf  Additional Resources: Borges, J. L. (1944). Pierre Menard, Autor del Quixote. Ficciones. Buenos Aires:​ Dingemanse, M. (2012). Advances in the cross-linguistic study of ideophones. Linguistics and Language Compass, 6, 654–672.​ Dingemanse, M. 2018. Redrawing the Margins of Language: Lessons from research on ideophones [J]. Glossa: A Journal of General Linguistics, 3(1):4​ Frege, G. (1892). "On Sense and Reference" ["Über Sinn und Bedeutung"], Zeitschrift für Philosophie und philosophische Kritik, vol. 100, pp. 25–50​ Tolkien, J. R. R. (2012). The Hobbit. HarperCollins. Wittgenstein, L. (1921). Tractatus logico-philosophicus. W. Ostwald's Annalen der Naturphilosophie.

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    #85 - The Syntax of Tool Use

    Host Chris Wright will be presenting his findings regarding the presence of tool use as an indicator of language, the syntax of tool use, and the underlying linguistic and neurological structures behind both tool use and language. This will be the first episode of the podcast that also has a video component. This visual component will only be available on Spotify and YouTube. Here are all my links: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint

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    #84 - Peter Sawkins, the British Bakeoff Burgess of Edinburgh

    Peter Sawkins is the 2020 winner of the Great British Bakeoff and student at the University of Edinburgh. He has a book out now called "Peter Bakes" and has been given the title of "Honorary Burgess" of the City of Edinburgh.  The article based on this episode can be found here: https://studentnewspaper.org/article/the-british-bake-off-burgess All other links, including all the books of my guests can be found in the link below: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint

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    #83 - Squid Game and Monkey Language

    Host Chris Wright brings everyone on a magical journey through Poetry, Squid Game, Afghanistan, and monkey language to truly provide an amazing episode. All my links are right here: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint

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    #82 - Cognac and Comanches

    Host Chris Wright almost named this episode "Damned if you Do, Damned if you don't, Dude". Lots of alliteration, if you know what I mean. It's time for alcohol, some history, some poetry, and more. Subscribe on Substack, and check out my BookShop page. Make sure to check out all my links: https://linktr.ee/PointCounterpoint

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    #81 - The Return of the Graeson

    Host Chris Wright brings Graeson Korte back to the show. They talk about everything from podcasts, to Godzilla, to food, to new developments in the area. Let the reminiscing commence.  Check out the Point Counterpoint bookshop: https://bookshop.org/shop/pointcounterpoint Subscribe to Point Counterpoint on Substack: https://pointcounterpoint.substack.com/ Check out the Point Counterpoint website: https://pointcounterpoint561342945.wordpress.com/ Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: @pointcounterpointpodcast  Follow Lord Fleming on Instagram: @lordflemingsings Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #80 - Andrew Calderella on Finding the Way for Humanity

    Andrew Calderella is an entrepreneur, inspirational speaker, and author whose new book "The Way" came out in 2020. This was an absolutely fascinating and important conversation. The two talk about loads of intriguing subjects such as the biggest problems facing humanity, social media, learning disabilities, and more.  Check out his website: https://7way.me/ Find his book on Amazon: https://smile.amazon.com/Way-Revolutionary-Meaningful-Difference-Relationships/dp/1733124926/ref=sr_1_1?_encoding=UTF8&ascsubtag=1ba00-01000-org00-mac00-other-smile-us000-gatwy-feature-SEARC&dchild=1&keywords=the+way+andrew+calderella&qid=1615055698&sr=8-1 Check out the Point Counterpoint website: https://pointcounterpoint561342945.wordpress.com/ Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: @pointcounterpointpodcast   Follow Lord Fleming on Instagram: @lordflemingsings   Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/  Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #79 - Luke West on Masculinity

    Luke West is the host of the podcast "The Imperfect Pod" where he discusses a variety of topics such as masculinity by talking with many different guests. The two discuss masculinity, books, and more in this episode. Sorry for the technical difficulties in this episode. Unfortunately, a good chunk of the end of the show was lost. However, it is still a good, interesting conversation.   Follow him on Instagram: @theimperfectpod Check out the Point Counterpoint website: https://pointcounterpoint561342945.wordpress.com/ Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: @pointcounterpointpodcast  Follow Lord Fleming on Instagram: @lordflemingsings Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #78 - Roland Ennos on Trees and Human Origins

    Roland Ennos is a biologist at the University of Hull, United Kingdom. He discusses, the importance of wood and trees as crucial elements in human civilization and evolution. He also gets into different uses of different woods for a variety of tools and architectures. His new book "The Age of Wood: Our Most Useful Material and the Construction of Civilization" is now available on Amazon. Check out hist book on Amazon: https://smile.amazon.com/Age-Wood-Material-Construction-Civilization/dp/1982114738?ref_=Oct_s9_apbd_omg_hd_bw_b2vF&pf_rd_r=MV6FSRAANAQ63DZPVVVM&pf_rd_p=dbdbf45e-0142-5640-8653-5d5809926ec6&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-10&pf_rd_t=BROWSE&pf_rd_i=11237 Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: @pointcounterpointpodcast   Follow Lord Fleming on Instagram: @lordflemingsings   Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #77 - Dan McCrory on Capitalism and Creativity

    Dan McCrory is a progressive labor activist, writer, and author in California. He has a book called "Capitalism Killed the Middle Class: 25 Ways the System is Rigged Against You". He also has a novel, "You will Forever Be My Always," and a dystopian novel "Worst Case Scenario: Election Night 2020" in installments on a Facebook page of the same name. In the episodes, we discuss UBI, corporations, the news, and much more. His Amazon Author page: https://smile.amazon.com/Dan-Mccrory/e/B08JJQG5QZ?ref_=dbs_p_pbk_r00_abau_000000 His book on Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/capitalism-killed-the-middle-class-dan-mccrory/1130846136?ean=9781796015874 His Facebook novel installments: https://www.facebook.com/Worst-Case-Scenario-Election-Night-2020-101981855006574/ Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: @pointcounterpointpodcast Follow Lord Fleming on Instagram: @lordflemingsings Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #76 - 2020 Won not 2021 and the Roaring 2020s 2.0

    Happy New Year everyone! 2020 won, it's time for 2021. Let's roll with the Roaring 20s 2.0.  Cheers! Happy Holidays! Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: @pointcounterpointpodcast Follow Lord Fleming on Instagram: @lordflemingsings Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #75 - A Political Carol | When Radio Was

    Merry Christmas everyone! Today, host Chris Wright has brought to you a little piece of the old times, "When Radio Was." In this special presentation radio drama, we focus on a president who is trying to enjoy his last days in the White House at Christmastime. He then goes on a long journey of soul-searching as he discovers the true meaning of Christmas. Filled with lots of entertaining moments to make you laugh, I hope you all enjoy! And make sure to stay tuned for more editions of "When Radio Was."  Happy Holidays! Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: @pointcounterpointpodcast Follow Lord Fleming on Instagram: @lordflemingsings Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #74 - Bill Thompson Interview | The Host Has Become the Guest

    Bill Thompson is a former, longtime radio newscaster who has conducted interviews with numerous famous individuals such as Neil deGrasse Tyson, Barack Obama, Barry Goldwater, Dolly Parton, Jimmy Carter, and Dan Quayle. He is now the host of the podcast "Now I've Heard Everything" which endeavors to post the many episodes that are available in his massive library.  Check out the website to his podcast: http://heardeverything.com/ His podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7svj8ZaDkCjvIrGAaGq8zl?si=2QfeiB4STsmAF-bwyyHEnA His account where he is TikTok's grandpa: @heardeverything Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: @pointcounterpointpodcast Follow Lord Fleming on Instagram: @lordflemingsings Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #73 - Time Travel and Flash Fiction

    Host Chris Wright starts out with a new development in a now global phenomenon and eventually goes into some time travel talk. What are some theoretical ways that it could work and how is it misrepresented in popular movies? He also talks about some short stories, mentions a couple good quotes, and calls out nonsense. “The true essence of a dictatorship is in fact, not in its regularity, but in its unpredictability and caprice. Those who live under it must never be able to relax, must never be quite sure if they have followed the rules correctly or not.”- Christopher Hitchens “The essential principles of totalitarianism is to make laws that are impossible to obey.”- Christopher Hitchens Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: @pointcounterpointpodcast Follow Lord Fleming on Instagram: @lordflemingsings Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #72 - Eek, A Metal Monolith! I'm Verklempt

    Host Chris Wright has a lot of exciting stuff to get to. He talks about the mysterious metal monolith found in the Utah desert. He gets into some news and culture, and eventually reads some poetry. He even reads his own poem.  Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: @pointcounterpointpodcast Follow Lord Fleming on Instagram: @lordflemingsings Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #71 - Red Wine and JFK

    Host Chris Wright has quite a range of topics today as he starts off with a little information about alcohol and quickly gets into some presidential history and other fun stuff. Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: @pointcounterpointpodcast Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #70 - Kevin the GOAT on Goats, Aliens, and North Dakota

    Host Chris Wright brings the great and powerful Kevin Malmsten on the show once again to discuss everything from animals, to geography, to extraterrestrials.  Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: @pointcounterpointpodcast Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #69 - Election Malarkey and Jorge Luis Borges

    Host Chris Wright is back at it again with his usual malarkey.  Election time has come, execute episode 69 (*juvenile giggling*). I also read some poetry, and discuss some ideas by Jorge Luis Borges. I call also call out some pseudoscience and expose stupidity. What is the nature of ownership of a creative work? Why is it okay to copy another work? These questions and more will be answered. Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: @pointcounterpointpodcast Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #68 - Deepfake Shenanigans and I'm Almost There

    Host Chris Wright starts out with a little news in the realm of artificial technology. He also talks poetry, music, and history. Link to "Wired" article: Click here Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: @pointcounterpointpodcast Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #67 - Mike Tyson, The Time Has Come

    Host Chris Wright returns to the original KUST studio to cover several topics. He would like to appologize for not doing a Star Wars episode for the 66th episode, but promises to make it up to you. He mentions Mike Tyson, the Mars opposition 2020, poetry, and his recent interview with Zach Leary.  Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: @pointcounterpointpodcast Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #66 - Zach Leary on Psychedelics and Better Living

    Zach Leary is a psychedelic advocate, Bhakti yoga instructor, and futurist. His father was famous Harvard psychologist Timothy Leary, 1960s cultural icon whose mantra was "Tune in, turn on, drop out." He is known for several famous studies including the Good Friday Experiment (Marsh Chapel Experiment) and the Concord Prison Experiment.  Zach can be found on Instagram: @zachlearydrome And his website, which will be up again soon: zachleary.com For more information on Alex Grey and his artwork, visit his website: https://www.alexgrey.com/ Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: @pointcounterpointpodcast Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #65 - The Nightmare That Is a Reality: But How Real Does It Seem?

    Join host Chris Wright for a special presentation and discussion of the essay from January 9, 1944 in the New York Times: "The Nightmare That Is a Reality," by Arthur Koestler. For more information, look up Witold Pilecki who was a Polish cavalry officer, intelligence officer, and resistance agent during WWII that went undercover inside the Auschwitz concentration camp. Also be sure to check out the Milgram Experiment, the Zimbardo Experiment, and the Ash Conformity Experiment. You can find the pdf to the essay here. Song: "Buzzer" by Dar Williams Both of the theme songs are completely AI-generated. Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop all things Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/ Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pointcounterpointpodcast/

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    #64 - A Very Artificial Podcast

    Host Chris Wright doesn't speak at all in this episode, but lets the AI do the speaking for him. The very first podcast to be composed solely of AI generated content, even the theme song. Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop all things Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/ Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pointcounterpointpodcast/

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    #63 - What's Going on in Xinjiang?!

    Host Chris Wright kicks off the show with a little history and then delves into other topics such as the Uyghurs, some evolution, and more! Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop all things Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/ Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pointcounterpointpodcast/

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    #62 - Language and the Fermi Paradox

    Host Chris Wright is back at it with more interesting and entertaining content. He talks about language, the Fermi Paradox, and the Fischer Principle as well as some other topics. Make sure to check out the sponsor, the HITSAVERS app, available on the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.  HITSAVERS on the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/hitsavers/id1499091385 HITSAVERS on Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hitsavers&hl=en_US Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop all things Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/ Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pointcounterpointpodcast/ Lunide Louis' website: https://lunidelouis.com/?doing_wp_cron=1593636019.2903308868408203125000

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    #61 - The Ballad of Solemnity and Snakes

    Host Chris Wright gets the ball rolling with mentioning a great, recent book in the Hunger Games Series, "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes." He also talks about the relationship between the Romans and the Germanic tribes, and eventually he dives into some current issues. This episode of the podcast is brought to you by the HitSavers app from Dr. Lunide Louis, available on the Google Play Store HitSavers on Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hitsavers&hl=en_US Lunide Louis' website: https://lunidelouis.com/?doing_wp_cron=1593636019.2903308868408203125000 Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/ Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pointcounterpointpodcast/

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    #60 - 2020 Is A Bad Trip

    Host Chris Wright talks about some topics related to recent events including the COVID-19 epidemic, the tragic murder of George Floyd, and the recent tremors that occurred around Yellowstone National Park (as there is a super-volcano beneath it).  Check out my latest musical release: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5FYvMrDtN02vZuuFyjAcDY?si=RLsCPsfLRhecqzyVeUPung Join the Point Counterpoint community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Buy everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #59 - Consciousness and The Music of Now

    Host Chris Wright has some cool topics. He talks about music from India and plays a sample. He wishes the late Israel Kamakawiwoʻole a happy 61st birthday. He tells the old tale of the Sapsorrow and discusses consciousness. 

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    #58 - The Anthropic Principle and The Tale of Three

    Host Chris Wright starts out with some news about Elon Musk's new son, X Æ A-12. He talks about the fact that so many presidential candidates have their own podcasts. He also gives some good advice as far a staying safe during the Covid-19 pandemic, especially after Governor Tim Walz's recent announcement. He also tells a riveting story about the 3 years, 3 months, 3 weeks, and 3 days. Join the Point Counterpoint Community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop all things Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/ Follow Point Counterpoint on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pointcounterpointpodcast/ Check out Chris' lates musical release on Bandcamp: https://lordfleming.bandcamp.com/

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    #57 - The Tragic Tale of Lady Jane Grey

    There have been a myriad of tragic tales and unfortunate instances throughout human history. Many involve specific individuals, while others are stories about groups of people. Lady Jane Grey, cousin of Edward VI of England and great-niece of Henry VIII of England. Although the "Nine Days' Queen" did not have a long reign, her legacy continued for some time. Her presence in the politics of 16th century Tutor England sent ripples out for years to come. Join the Point Counterpoint community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/ Shop all things Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/ Check out my latest release on Bandcamp: https://lordfleming.bandcamp.com/track/travelers-song-ohio

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    #56 - The Beatles and Alabama Song Origins

    Host Chris Wright answers a question about how best to use our time during these dark days. He reads some news that's unrelated to the COVID-19 outbreak. He tells an old Celtic folktale. He also plays the original AND the Doors version of  "Alabama Song" to highlight the difference.  Shop everything Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/ Join the Point Counterpoint community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/

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    #55 - A Distraction from Corona and Intelligent Economies

    Host Chris Wright is doing something different. Not only is he broadcasting from KUST remotely in Bemidji, but he is trying to make an episode to take your minds off of the Coronavirus/COVID-19. He plays some music, talks about some cool ideas in economics, and just tries to have some fun. Make sure to be ready for his EP release that will come out at an undisclosed time.  Shop all things Point Counterpoint: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/ Join the Point Counterpoint community: https://pointcounterpoint.locals.com/

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    #54 - Lord Fleming and the Weeping Willow: The Last Stand

    Host Chris Wright brings on roommate Nico Lovichi from France as a guest on the show. He is the host of the amazing podcast ¡Choúkrüt! Together, they comprise the singer-songwriter duo, Lord Fleming and the Weeping Willow. This is the concert that you always wanted, but never got! The two play songs on the guitar and ukulele and also discuss the significance of these songs, as well as their personal experiences with some of these songs. Some of the original songs are making their first public appearance on this episode of the podcast. They also dedicate their songs to some other international students such as Tommy Markovic (Austria), Johana Hidalgo (Venezuela), Kaja Burdová (Czech Republic), Lisa Terwer (Germany), and Patricie Woloszcuková (Czech Republic).

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    #53 - Alien Encounters and.... The Proof?

    Host Chris Wright starts the day off right by talking about the Fermi Paradox to explain the seeming lack of extraterrestrial encounters. He then talks about some possible actual encounters with aliens as well as some possible proof of ancient astronauts influencing human civilizations throughout history. Incidents include the Betz Ball, Barney and Betty Hill, and the Mitchell-Hedges Crystal Skull. Some may be true, and some may not be. Point Counterpoint Merch Shop: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/PointCounterpointPodcast/

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    #52 - Ulysses S. Grant and Answering Your Questions

    Host Chris Wright kicks off the episode by answering some fan questions. They ranged from dead presidents, to animals, to woodchucks, to 3D-printing, to Joe Biden, to Roque de la Fuente. He also explains why standing is better than sitting (when referring to the health implications of a sedentary lifestyle). He talks about how we never truly see ourselves. Chris also mentions how podcasting helps one truly know themselves by listening to their own voice. He also tells a story from Joey Diaz's podcast. The scientific article was about human "photosynthesis." 

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Point Counterpoint is a podcast where host Chris Wright discusses exciting topics in long form conversation format. He covers many topics from space exploration to social media and everything in between. Exciting guests are brought in that bring in valuable insights from unique perspectives.

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