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Radius of Reason
by Levon & Andrey
Radius of Reason is a podcast about the greatest problems facing humanity.
Episodes
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Solving the Metacrisis with a Theory of Everyone | Michael Muthukrishna
What if more growth is paradoxically the only way out of the problems created by growth? Dr. Michael Muthukrishna—author of A Theory of Everyone —joins us to explain how understanding human nature, energy, and evolution can guide practical, scalable solutions to the metacrisis that align with our...
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Degrowth: The Idea That Could Save Civilization | JP Arellano
Our global society is obsessed with endless economic growth — and that obsession is currently destroying the planet. In this episode, we chat with JP Arellano about the idea of degrowth — a radical economic vision that challenges the very foundation of modern civilization. Is “less” really…
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The Metacrisis: A Game Theory Perspective | Dr. Ashley Hodgson
Can we solve the metacrisis through the lens of game theory? In this episode, we speak with Ashley Hodgson about the game-theoretic dynamics driving the metacrisis — and how we might shift the game toward a more just and sustainable future. We explore how transparency, information flow, and...
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Barry Lynn - Monopolies & The Metacrisis
Barry Lynn joins us to discuss the state of anti-monopoly policy in the United States. In the context of the current Trump administration’s drive for market deregulation, we discuss how the interests of big business – including the tech giants – have co-opted American democracy, and what needs to...
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Dr. William E. Rees - The Greatest Threat To Humanity
Dr. William E. Rees joins us to unpack what he sees as the greatest threat facing humanity today. We dive into ecological overshoot, evolutionary mismatch, human cognitive limits, complex systems, and whether there’s still a path toward "resolving" the metacrisis. GUEST INFO: William E. Rees...
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Dr. Michael Huemer - Do We Need Government to Solve Humanity’s Greatest Problems?
Anarcho-capitalism is a political philosophy advocating for the replacement of government functions with the private sector; market forces would dictate things like public safety, legal arbitration, and other elements of day-to-day life. Dr. Michael Huemer – Professor of Philosophy at the...
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The Purple Transition & Future of Civilization | Simon Michaux
What will the future of sustainable energy actually look like? Dr. Simon Michaux breaks down his alternative to the Green Transition—the "Purple Transition"—and the major obstacles stopping us from adopting these allegedly superior technologies. We also dive into energy politics, DOGE, government...
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Simon Michaux on the Metacrisis, Green Transition & His Critics
Dr. Simon Michaux joins us to explore the green transition from a metacrisis perspective. We discuss the mineral scarcity challenges he is known for, as well as the broader civilizational shifts needed for a sustainable energy future. Plus, we examine criticisms of his work—including our own—to...
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From Joe Rogan To AI: The Media Crisis | Neil Brown
Can traditional journalism survive in a world dominated by mega-influencers like Joe Rogan? What happens when AI reshapes how we consume news? And how must the industry evolve to stay relevant in this new technological and cultural era? In this episode, we’re joined by Neil Brown, a veteran...
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Children of the Metacrisis: America’s Broken Education System | Connor Nowalk
Every discussion about the metacrisis ultimately highlights the broader public's lack of awareness about the world's interconnected complexity—and, inevitably, the failures of the education system. A recent study by the National Assessment for Education indicates that American students continue…
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Should Algorithms Decide Our Future? | Dr. Ryan Copus
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the world as we know it, including the American justice system. With the advent of advanced algorithms to enhance predictive decision-making for police work and parole hearings, there is a growing debate between factions seeking new efficiencies for these...
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Is Humanity Screwed? Reflections on the Metacrisis
Was 2024 the year of the metacrisis? From rising temperatures (climate change), continued unleashing of artificial intelligence onto global markets, and an increasingly complex geopolitical reality, things seems to have escalated the interwoven complexities constituting the so called metacrisis....
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Donald Trump, War & The Metacrisis | Dr. Mark Kukis
The second Donald Trump presidency will be responsible for addressing some of the most complex foreign policy challenges faced by the United States in the 21st century. The War in Ukraine, Israel’s increasingly complex war with Palestine, instability in the Red Sea, and persistent tensions…
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Bezos vs Musk vs You
Jeff Bezos and other billionaires are fixated on grand visions for humanity, from building space colonies to terraforming Mars. Yet their businesses contribute heavily to the environmental and social crisis (or more generally, the metacrisis) they seem determined to leave behind. We explore why...
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What We Can Learn From Hunter-Gatherers | Dr. Vivek Venkataraman
Are hunter-gatherers happier than people in modern society? Has all of our material progress led to a genuine improvement in well-being, or is something amiss? These questions lie at the core of the meaning crisis, and more broadly, the metacrisis—a series of interrelated challenges facing...
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Regenerative Economics: A Metacrisis Perspective | Ernesto Van Peborgh
Can capitalism evolve to help address the metacrisis? This video explores the transformative potential of regenerative economics within a capitalistic framework. Drawing on the work of thinkers like Daniel Schmachtenberger, regenerative designer Ernesto Van Peborgh helps us understand what needs…
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Metacrisis Debate: Just More Doomerism?
Is the metacrisis overblown? In this episode, we debate whether we’re truly facing a global web of urgent, interconnected catastrophic and existential risks, or if the metacrisis framework—popularized by Daniel Schmachtenberger and Nate Hagens—overstates the problem. We cover a range of topics...
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Metacrisis: A Grassroots Response?
The journey towards addressing the metacrisis begins with what Daniel Schmachtenberger describes as a "cultural enlightenment." This involves spreading awareness and understanding of the metacrisis framework, which emphasizes holistic, systems-level thinking. But how do we translate such a…
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Metacrisis: Extinction by Sociopaths?
Do sociopaths bear any responsibility for the metacrisis? It’s no secret that sociopathic tendencies are driving factors for success in our current socioeconomic model: assertiveness, charisma, and risk-taking behaviors are qualities that contribute to success in work and politics, and are at…
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Metacrisis Solutions: Creating a Third Attractor System - Part 2
To solve the metacrisis, we need what Daniel Schmachtenberger calls a "third attractor". In part 1, we looked at creating a model for a third attractor system at the international level - "The Meta Treaty". In this episode, we discuss the next stage of implementing the Meta Treaty Model – the…
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Metacrisis Solutions: Creating a Third Attractor System - Part 1
To solve the metacrisis, we need what Daniel Schmachtenberger calls a "third attractor". What would such a system look like in practice? Could we construct a "third attractor"-esque system at the international level, or is any sort of world government doomed to become a dystopian nightmare? In…
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Is Self-Help Advice Toxic?
Are self-help help gurus actually… helpful? Does the self-help industry leave us feeling worse about ourselves? We sit down with Tal Gur, a lifestyle entrepreneur and the author of "The Art of Fully Living," to tackle these questions and discuss his approach to living life to the fullest.
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Is Addiction Killing America?
The United States is facing a drug addiction crisis, with some parts of the country – such as Portland, Oregon – reporting an increase of drug-related deaths upwards of 500%. Friend of the show Brocke, a PhD neuroscientist turned educator, once again joins Radius of Reason to talk about if...
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The Metacrisis For Dummies
Artificial intelligence, nuclear weapons, and climate change are all dire threats facing our generation, and yet it seems like nobody is doing anything to bring about true resolution to these existential questions. Levon and Andrey are joined by Alex – a rationalist and founder of The Guild of…
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Andrew Tate, Jordan Peterson, Bruce Lee, and the Crisis of Male Role Models
Levon and Andrey experience mental gymnastics while trying to acknowledge what Andrew Tate gets right, and dive into what that means for modern masculinity; what if Andrew Tate is more of a symptom of a greater decay in our society, and how are young men put in a position where Tate is their...
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A Feminist vs The Howler Monkey Patriarchy (w/ Pati Brueggemeier)
Levon and Andrey sit down with Pati to discuss feminism, the future of gender relations, and whether gender equality is making anyone happier.
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Is Free Will Dead? A Debate w/ David Lawrence on the views of Harris & Sapolsky
The existential arms race continues: Author David Lawrence is challenging arguments against free will made by the likes of Sam Harris and Robert Sapolsky. He joins Levon and Andrey in a conversation around whether free will exists, the evidence for determinism, and what it means for humanity if…
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Wikipedia, ChatGPT, Mexican Aliens, and Mushrooms (w/ Maryana)
Wikipedia Strategist Maryana joins Levon and Andrey to discuss the Internet in the era of AI, Wikipedia’s outlook on ChatGPT, how our consumption of information is changing, and the dangers posed to society by the printing press.
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Decoding Human Status (w/ Chris von Rueden)
Anthropologist Dr. Chris von Rueden joins Levon and Andrey to discuss the origins of status in human systems, as well as the evolution of egalitarianism and leadership in society. Tapping into his field research with Bolivia's Tsimané people, Dr. von Rueden explores the foundations of human…
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Escaping Corporate Hell (w/ Brocke)
Brocke joins Levon and Andrey to discuss our current neoliberal hellscape, what we can learn from socialism, and the hope of a new generation stepping into power. Guest info: Brocke is a former neuroscientist and business owner turned schoolteacher. He is also a rockstar and self-proclaimed...
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Death Penalty Delusions
The U.S. proudly shares a culture of legalized capital punishment with the likes of North Korea, Iran, China, Saudi Arabia, and ISIS. Levon and Andrey take stock of the 18 Americans executed on death row in 2022, and dig into the ethics of capital punishment to better understand why our justice...
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Your Job Will be Replaced by AI
As podcasters at risk of automation, Levon and Andrey examine the impacts new AI models will have on jobs, the American economy, and the psyche of the American worker. Will we live in a work-free Utopia, or is this the next step in a capitalist hellscape?
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TikTok - Chinese Spies and the New Trade War
TikTok is in the news again with congressional hearings last month over alleged national security threats posed by the app. Levon and Andrey examine allegations that TikTok is a Chinese influence op, while exploring the possibility of a new trade war between big tech companies.
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Silicon Valley Eugenics & Population Collapse
Humanity is heading into a population crisis: fewer people are having kids, and policy isn't being passed to change that. Funded by venture capital, new industries are emerging out of silicon valley as part of a 'new natalism' emerging in wealthy circles. Levon and Andrey discuss the implications...
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AI & The Singularity: The Rise of ChatGPT
Get ready to dive deep into the fascinating world of AI and the Singularity! In this exciting episode of Radius of Reason, Levon and Andrey delve into the inner workings of OpenAI's cutting-edge language model, ChatGPT. We explore how it works, its capabilities, and what it means for the future…
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Woke World Cup
Levon and Andrey talk about the 6500 migrant worker blood sacrifice made to ensure Messi's World Cup Win, and other forms of Western hypocrisy for Qatar 2022.
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Elon Musk: Madman or Social Media Savior?
Levon and Andrey discuss the chaotic start to Elon Musk's Twitter reign while worrying about his mental state. Discussion on social media reform ensues.
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Andrew Tate & The Collapse of Humanity
Andrey and Levon expose the real Andrew Tate while discussing the toxicity of TikTok culture.
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Does God Exist?
Guest Jason joins Levon and Andrey to discuss the existence of God and Christian theology.
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Complexity Theory
Esteemed guest Davis joins Levon and Andrey to discuss complexity theory, what the hell it means, and the implications of an increasingly complex world on our civilization.
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Dishonorable Wars and Noble Cowards
As Russia mobilizes to continue the War in Ukraine, Levon and Andrey - cowards - discuss the ethics of war, the draft, and what citizens owe to their country. Is cowardice the most noble thing someone can do when you are told to die for your country in an unjustified war? Does civic duty exist in...
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Urban Planning Will Save Democracy
Andrey and Levon philosophize about the end of car-centric cities and what must be done to transform urban environments to places where we can thrive instead of drive.
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Dating Apps: Love, Sex, and Algorithms
Levon and Andrey dive into the world of dating apps to understand their impact on love, relationships, as well as the role tech companies play in shaping present day social movements and what we can do to make this better.
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Conspiracy Theories
Levon and Andrey pause their pursuit of truth regarding cave-dwelling space nazis to talk about conspiracy theories, why we believe, and what this means for our civilization going forward.
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The Secular Void
Levon and Andrey take on pseudo-secularism, while fending off attacks from the religious right. Does religion give us meaning? Does the rejection of religion leave our lives with a void? Will they have Amazon Prime after we die?
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Consumerism
Levon and Andrey discuss consumerism, its impact on humanity, and where we go from here. Consume podcast, get excited for next podcast.
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Good and Evil
As the world burns, Levon and Andrey - chief vacuum brain podcast hosts - dive into the meaning of good and evil to better understand the origins of these concepts and where they are going as technology-driven evolution outpaces our morality. What is good? What is evil? Does it matter?
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Mass Shootings
In the wake of the Uvalde and Buffalo shootings, Andrey and Levon discuss the disturbing trend of mass shootings in America, why it may be a uniquely American phenomenon, and what it would take to stop them.
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Immigration
Levon and Andrey try to break down Immigration as a topic and political issue; from Sweden to the United States, how are debates around immigration shaping our experience, and what are the consequences of unrestricted or overly conservative positions on immigration? Is assimilation a positive...
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Current Events & The Problem with News Media
In this special 'Current Events' episode, we talk about Elon Musk's buyout of Twitter and the leaked SCOTUS draft opinion on abortion rights. Additionally, the broad issue of bad incentives for news media is discussed.
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