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Whatslacking Podcast
by Lautaro Fate
Casual conversations with common people.
Episodes
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Narrated Essay: From Gutenberg to Berkeley - A Brief History of Free Speech
In this solo pod, I give a brief history of free speech and make the case for its importance in the rise of Western civilization. Blog: whatslacking.wordpress.com Liked the episode? Please like, rate, share and subscribe. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@whatslackingpodcast...
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Ep. 38: Conversation with Henry Duran, Pt. 2
In part two of our conversation, Henry discusses video games as escapism but also as important didactic tool; choosing health, longevity and fitness after being obese; blogs and useful information; having to stop being a wine aficionado to stay as sharp as possible during medical school and…
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Ep. 37: Conversation with Henry Duran, Pt. 1
Henry Duran is a medical doctor from San Bernardino, CA. We discussed his long journey and inspiration to become a doctor, health, nutrition and longevity, his passion for jujutsu, marrying a fellow doctor and expecting his first child, first names and assimilation, his immigrant parents, his...
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Ep. 36: Conversation with Elsa Figueroa, Pt. 2
In part two of our conversation, Elsa and I discuss Puerto Rico's colonial status, bilingual education on the island, how she became fluent in English, neither party offering solutions she's comfortable with, the transitional phase in our politics, optimism in the face of tremendous change,...
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Ep. 35: Conversation with Elsa Figueroa, Pt. 1
Elsa Figueroa is a digital marketer, translator, writer and belly dancer from San Juan, Puerto Rico. We talk about her journey from Puerto Rico to Oakland and back, hobbies versus passions, writing and dancing as a beautiful struggle, her love of stories and reading, equality of outcome vs....
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Ep. 34: Conversation with Malik Bennett
Malik Bennett is a teacher and coach from Philadelphia. We talk about family life, his love of sports, the existence of good and evil, his dislike for Donald trump, how he became a teacher, Slam! by Walter Dean Myers, Spike Lee's Malcolm X, Adam Sandler's Billy madison and Cam'ron. Enjoy! Liked…
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Narrated Essay: What's Lacking?
In this solo pod, I examine our modern crisis of meaning after the decline of religion and grand political narratives. I evaluate responses like spiritual practices and virtue ethics before arguing that we should embrace rather than lament modernity. By recommitting to classical liberalism and...
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Ep. 33: Conversation with Nigel Hill, Pt. 2
In the 2nd part of our conversation, Nigel and I talk about his and his mother's conversion to Islam and his desire to rediscover and recommit to it, the dual uses of of religion, religion as the foundation for morality, Nietzsche's critique of slave morality, balance and synthesis as the key to...
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Ep. 32: Conversation with Nigel Hill, Pt. 1
Nigel Hill is a videographer, Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) and food truck owner from Philadelphia. We talk about Rhode Island's scenic beauty, constant learning and growth in adulthood, artistry versus creativity, discovering and applying one's imagination later in life, Steve Jobs, his...
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Ep. 31: Conversation with Johanna Palacio
Johanna Palacio is a dentist from Queens, NY. We talk about sharing many identical biographical details and marvel at the statistical unlikelihood of having met in a Queens elementary school; multiculturalism and diversity in Queens; education as the key to a successful life; what motivated her…
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Ep. 30: Conversation with Ty Bell, Pt. 3
Ty and I continue our conversation. We talk about true friends, envy and competition ending friendships, SoCal being ideal for outdoor activities, his workout regimen and fitness journey, and why The Wire is the greatest TV show of all time...Enjoy! Liked the episode? Please like, rate, share and...
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Ep. 29: Conversation with Ty Bell, Pt. 2
Ty Bell joins the podcast for our second conversation. We talk about fatherhood, not repeating the mistakes of his father, his immense love for his son, the joys and challenges of raising a child with autism, music as his life's calling, Southern California as the best place to live in the world,...
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Narrated Essay: What's Slacking?
In this solo pod, I read my essay "What's Slacking?" I give an abbreviated history of the concept of slacking, its current appeal and major flaw. Enjoy! Essay Link: https://whatslacking.wordpress.com/2024/07/14/whats-lacking/ Liked the episode? Please like, rate, share and subscribe. Youtube:...
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Ep. 27: Conversation with Dion McCain
Dionte (Dion) McCain is an educator and small business owner in Philadelphia by way of Washington, D.C. We talk abut his move from D.C. to Philadelphia, adjusting to a new city in middle school, , living with his mom and then aunt and uncle, magnet schools as an alternative to public schools in…
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Ep. 26: Conversation with Sergio Peña, Pt. 2
In the second part of our conversation, Sergio tells us why he has no regrets in life, how moving to Dallas was the best decision he's ever made, money being the foundation upon which a good life is built, our mutual love of hip-hop, and how podcasts act as his main form of consuming information....
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Ep. 25: Conversation with Sergio Peña, Pt. 1
Sergio Peña is a communications director for a church in Dallas, TX. We talk about his journey from New Mexico to LA to the Bay Area and finally to Dallas; trying to make it in the music industry; hanging out with West Coast Latin rappers; being broke in the Bay Area; the reality of the…
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Ep. 24: Conversation with Zach Ramicone, Pt. 2
In the 2nd part of our conversation, Zack and I talk about spirituality as hope and as a bulwark against the terror of finitude, the limits of human understanding, a somatic approach to mental and emotional health, dealing with his mother's alcoholism and the joy of rediscovering yourself and the...
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Ep. 23: Conversation with Zack Ramicone, Pt. 1
Zack Ramicone is a life coach focusing on interpersonal communication as well as a speech therapist. We talk about the tactical matters of living with your loved one, divorce and outside expectations, children and family versus autonomy and freedom, poverty and its impact on child-rearing,...
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Ep. 22: Conversation with Gilbert King Elisa, Pt. 3
In our second conversation, Gilbert talks about appreciating life and lyrics, being happy with what he has and not needing much, his skill in photography, poetry and writing, the democratization of art and media, Kevin Kelly and 1,000 true fans, the news as a stress machine, youth being wasted on...
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Ep. 21: Conversation with Elena Amador
Elena Amador is a nanny and artist from Seattle, WA. We talk about Gen Z and their ideas around having children, being the child of Mexican and German immigrants, exposure to all aspects of life when traveling, the pleasantness of Spanish against the harshness of German, going to the same school...
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Ep. 20: Conversation with Miguel reyes, Pt. 2
In his first video appearance on the podcast, second overall, Miguel and I talk about break- and House dancing, authenticity, family and exemplifying success, moving to a new city as away of forging personal growth, relationships helping you discover yourself, synergy and synchronicity and the...
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Ep. 19: Conversation with Shawn Handy
Shawn Handy is a photographer (www.handidviewss.com) and teacher from West Philadelphia. In this episode we talk about rediscovering his faith, light at the tunnel, finding his soulmate, the importance of communication in all facets of life, and Wale helping him conquer a particular fear. Enjoy!...
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Ep. 18: Conversation with Jordy Atencia, Pt. 2
In his second appearance, Jordy and I talk about shifts in perspectives and gratitude, biology and selfishness, progress and the Great Enrichment, society and the hedonic treadmill, tending one's friendships, impostor syndrome, therapy and balance in life. Enjoy! Liked the episode? Please like,...
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Ep. 17: Conversation with Gilbert King Elisa, Pt. 2
In part 2 of our conversation, Gilbert King Elisa and I talk about the shift in opinion about Trump, vigilance against outside forces controlling our hatreds and feelings, rap and programming against success, Paulo Coelho and self-discovery and "old movies and music. Enjoy! Liked the episode?...
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Ep. 16: Conversation with Gilbert King Elisa, Pt. 1
Gilbert King Elisa is a photographer, IT technician and teacher from Washington Heights, Manhattan. In part one of the episode we discuss his upbringing, being raised by a single mother, teachers that cared, studying acting and theatre and media. Enjoy! Liked the episode? Please like, rate, share...
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Ep. 15: Conversation with Eric Reichenbacher
Eric Reichebacher is a Regional Sales Manager at Remind. We talk about his parents' divorce and its impact on his personality; self-care and therapy; overpopulation and the horseshoe theory of politics; and religion as an instrument for child-rearing and as a framework for social cohesion. Enjoy!...
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Ep. 14: Conversation with Carli Hightower
Carli Hightower is a Senior Financial Analyst at Campbell's Soup. In this conversation we talk about her experience growing up with a single mother, her relationship with her father as an adult, her need to always remain busy and her Christian faith. Enjoy! Liked the episode? Please like, rate,...
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Ep. 13: Conversation with Joel Serin-Christ
Joel Serin-Christ is a documentary filmmaker and impact storyteller. We talk about tradition, recent changes in parenting styles and how humans relate to nature. Enjoy! Liked the episode? Please like, rate, share and subscribe. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv9CC4rRvfJgAFwv3imiNrw
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Ep. 12: Conversation with Naomi Rinear
Naomi Rinear is a support associate at a clinic for young people with autism and behavioral and learning disabilities. She's also a recent college graduate. We discuss family dynamics, adulthood, the role of Christianity in her life and her experiences at Temple University. Enjoy! Liked the...
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Ep 11: Conversation with Drew Hightower
Drew Hightower is a digital artist and VTuber from Philadelphia. We talk about his love of video games, Japanese popular culture and his approach to living without regrets. Follow him on twitter @oniheartart and on twitch oniheart. Enjoy! Liked the episode? Please like, rate, share and subscribe....
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Ep. 10: Conversation with Lisette Sanchez
Lisette Sanchez is a therapist, social worker and school counselor in Philadelphia. We talk about mental health, helping others, and spiritual, professional and personal growth. Enjoy! Liked the episode? Please like, rate, share and subscribe. Youtube:...
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Narrated Album Review: billy woods' 'Terror Management'
Microreview of billy woods' 2019 album 'Terror Management'. Liked the episode? Please like, rate, share and subscribe. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv9CC4rRvfJgAFwv3imiNrw
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Ep. 9: Conversation with Marissa Black
Marissa Black is a 7th grade teacher and graduate student. In this conversation we talk about deconstructing her religious beliefs (Calvinism), liberation theology and religion's mission as social justice, as well as her early education which featured the trivium (grammar, logic and rhetoric)....
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Narrated Book Review: Against the Grain by James C. Scott
I review 'Against the Grain: A Deep History of the Earliest States' by James C. Scott. Enjoy! Liked the episode? Please like, rate, share and subscribe. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv9CC4rRvfJgAFwv3imiNrw
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Ep. 8: Conversation with Chris Del Valle
Chris Del Valle is a manager and football coach. We talk about fatherhood, perseverance, his love of football, mentorship and being a Born Again Christian. Enjoy! Liked the episode? Please like, rate, share and subscribe. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv9CC4rRvfJgAFwv3imiNrw
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Ep. 7: Conversation with Jeremy Campbell
Jeremy Campbell is a schoolteacher and graduate student in Education. We talk about productivity, discipline, hard work as well as music and its relationship to Generation Z. Enjoy! Liked the episode? Please like, rate, share and subscribe. Youtube:...
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Ep. 6: Conversation with Mike Clugston
I talk to my brother-in-law about family, his role as an operations manager at Amazon, and Third party politics. Enjoy! Liked the episode? Please like, rate, share and subscribe. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv9CC4rRvfJgAFwv3imiNrw
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Ep. 5: Conversation with Omari Hudson
Omari Hudson is a barber from Oakland now living in Long Beach, CA. We talk about professionalism and customer service in his industry, co-parenting and modeling good relationships for children, problems in inner-city schools, parent contributions to children's school performance, local politics...
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Ep. 4: Conversation with Ty Bell
I speak with Ty bell about marriage, religion and Black America. He's an educator and rap artist from Oakland as well as the former co-host of The Whatslacking Podcast. Enjoy! Liked the episode? Please like, rate, share and subscribe. Youtube:...
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Ep. 3: Conversation with Miguel Reyes
I talk to Miguel Reyes, brother of my life partner, about b-boying, being a spiritual seeker and his work in the marketing industry. Enjoy! Liked the episode? Please like, rate, share and subscribe. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv9CC4rRvfJgAFwv3imiNrw
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Ep. 2: Conversation with Jordy Atencia
In this episode I sit down to talk to my brother, and recent university graduate, Jordy Atencia. He delves into his youth, family, schooling and attending the University of Pennsylvania. Enjoy! Liked the episode? Please like, rate, share and subscribe. Youtube:...
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Ep. 1 : Conversation with Carlos Garcia
Carlos Garcia is an entrepreneur working in the USA and Mexico and he's also my cousin. We talk about his life, beliefs and what he aspires to achieve. Enjoy! Liked the episode? Please like, rate, share and subscribe. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv9CC4rRvfJgAFwv3imiNrw
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Whatslacking Podcast is created and hosted by Lautaro Fate.
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