Feasts of Reason

Lively, respectful discussions even when, especially when, there's disagreement. No shouting, no talking over each other, no straw man or ad hoc arguments. Reason baby, it's what's for dinner! To learn more about New Atenism please visit our website ,

Feasts of Reason is a society podcast hosted by Matt Ward, with 18 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Matt Ward hosts Feasts of Reason, a society show with 18 episodes published.

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  Can We Really Think for Ourselves? | Damien Dubose

  Aug 17, 20261h 2m

  Can We Really Think for Ourselves? | Damien Dubose How much of what we believe comes from independent thought—and how much is shaped by personality, culture, institutions, and the people around us? Damien Dubose, author of America’s Ethical Archetype and host of the iNTv podcast, joins me to explore the relationship between personality, philosophy, and individualism. Drawing on Carl Jung, Ayn Rand, and theories of adult development, Damien argues for a society built around rational, self-directed individuals. We explore Jung and personality types, the limits of individual reasoning, the difference between consensus and collective knowledge, the role of education, individual rights and government, and whether stronger individuals or stronger institutions are ultimately the better path to human progress. Along the way, we find some real areas of agreement—and some important differences over just how much faith we should place in our ability to reason for ourselves. For information about Damien go to https://damientdubose.com/

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  How Did Matter Learn to Care? | Jeremy Sherman on Consciousness, Meaning & Emergence

  Aug 3, 20261h 32m

  If the universe is just matter and energy, where do meaning, purpose, and consciousness come from? In this episode of Feasts of Reason , biophilosopher Jeremy Sherman joins me for a wide-ranging conversation about one of philosophy and science's biggest questions: how "mattering" emerges from matter. We explore the origins of interpretation, the nature of the self, free will, consciousness, religion, and why humans are so remarkably good at fooling themselves. Rather than debating slogans, we examine where the evidence ends, where interpretation begins, and what it means to live thoughtfully in a world still full of unanswered questions. Topics include: How meaning emerges from chemistry Consciousness and the hard problem Materialism vs. panpsychism Free will and the nature of the self The role of religion in a scientific age Why intelligent people fool themselves The importance of intellectual humility Jeremy Sherman is the author of Neither Ghost Nor Machine and has written more than 1,000 articles for Psychology Today . His work explores how life, meaning, and interpretation emerge through entirely natural processes. You can learn more about Jeremy and his work at: FaceBook; https://www.facebook.com/jeremysherm YouTube; https://www.youtube.com/@jeremyshermanPhD His Website; https://jeremysherman.com/ If you enjoy thoughtful conversations that value curiosity over certainty, please like, subscribe, and share the episode. #FeastsOfReason #JeremySherman #Consciousness #Philosophy #Biology #Emergence #Materialism #Meaning #FreeWill #Religion #CriticalThinking #Science #Epistemology #KnowledgeFork #NewAtenism

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  Can Science Fully Explain the Self?

  Jul 24, 20261h 12m

  The conversation delves into the topics of consciousness, personal identity, and the nature of the self, exploring the relationship between these concepts and their philosophical implications. The discussion also touches on the role of science and philosophy in understanding these complex phenomena. The conversation delves into the philosophical exploration of consciousness, epistemology, and the unseen realm, emphasizing the foundational nature of first-person experience and the implications for understanding the world. The discussion also touches on the impact of technology on perception and the significance of consciousness in the context of AI. To learn more about Dr. Farris work, where you can buy his book and find him on social media, visit https://soulscienceministries.com/ Key Takeaways Consciousness as a foundational aspect of personal identity The intersection of philosophy and science in understanding consciousness and the self Consciousness as a foundational aspect of human experience The significance of first-person experience in understanding the world Chapters 00:00 Defining Consciousness 05:41 The Self and Consciousness 16:12 The Soul and Personal Identity 25:54 Science, Philosophy, and Understanding 38:52 The Nature of Consciousness 40:13 Epistemic Relationship and Panpsychism 41:20 First-Person Experience and Epistemology 01:01:50 Unseen Realms and the Meaning of Consciousness

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  Can AI Make Us Better Thinkers? | Mohamed Nabil on AIDOP, Truth & Intellectual Humility

  Jul 9, 20261h 2m

  Most people use AI to reinforce their beliefs. Mohamed Nabil wants to use it to challenge them. Mohamed is the creator of AIDOP (AI Debates on One's Publications) , a framework that invites AI to rigorously criticize an author's own work before it's published—and then publishes the entire, unedited debate for readers to see. In this conversation, we explore whether AI can become a genuine tool for intellectual humility, how it compares to human criticism, and what it means to seek truth in an age of increasingly powerful language models. Along the way, we discuss collective knowledge, the limits of individual reasoning, Enlightened Populism, direct democracy, world government, climate change, and why exposing our ideas to criticism may be one of the most important habits of a free society. Whether you agree with Mohamed's conclusions or not, his commitment to making his reasoning transparent raises fascinating questions about how humans—and AI—can work together in the pursuit of better ideas. Topics include: AIDOP (AI Debates on One's Publications) Using AI as a philosophical critic Intellectual humility Collective knowledge and reason Enlightened Populism Direct democracy and citizen assemblies World government Climate change and expert consensus The future of AI and human reasoning Learn more about Mohamed Nabil: https://mohamednabil.world If you enjoy thoughtful conversations that prioritize curiosity over certainty, please like, subscribe, and join us for future episodes of Feasts of Reason .

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  Why Insight Isn't Enough

  Jun 26, 20261h 11m

  Most of us already know what we're supposed to do. Eat better. Exercise more. Stop procrastinating. Have the difficult conversation. Break the habit. Yet somehow, knowing rarely seems to be enough. In this episode of Feasts of Reason, therapist and neurodivergence specialist Becca Gregory joins me to explore the gap between insight and action. Drawing on her work with ADHD, autism, rejection sensitivity, and emotional regulation, Becca offers a fascinating perspective on why human beings so often struggle to do what they know they should do. We discuss the relationship between reason and emotion, why insight alone rarely creates lasting change, and the roles that biology, environment, and past experiences play in shaping our behavior. Along the way, we explore procrastination, people-pleasing, addiction, rejection sensitivity, and the limits of willpower. One of the most interesting themes of the conversation is the idea that neurodivergence can provide a particularly vivid window into challenges that all humans face. The same forces that make change difficult for people with ADHD or autism — emotion, habit, identity, fear, and social belonging — are at work in all of us, even if they manifest differently. If you've ever wondered why insight doesn't automatically become action, this episode is for you. #FeastsOfReason #Psychology #MentalHealth #BehaviorChange #SelfImprovement #PersonalGrowth #HumanNature #ADHD #Autism #Neurodivergent #RejectionSensitivity #Therapy #DBT #Mindset For more information on Ms. Gregory and her work: https://www.flowforwardcounseling.com/ For more information on New Atenism: https://newatenism.org/

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