Naked Apes
by Jason Giaffo
This is a space where I aim to engage people on deeper conversation topics spanning between spirituality and philosophy - examining what it means to be a living, conscious being at all, and what the implications of that meaning are for how we conduct our lives. My hope is to cultivate a deep sense of curiosity and wonder while rejecting intellectual laziness. When we ask the right questions, there is magic to be found in the world exactly as it is that needs no supernatural embellishment. <br /> Written content at <a href="https://nakedapes.substack.com">nakedapes.subsack.com</a>
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April 20, 2025
#04 - Third Spaces: Rediscovering Local Community
<p>Where do we find community in a world that is increasingly moving away from religious organization? Brenden Ambrose joins me to discuss Ray Oldenburg's concept of "Third Spaces" in response.</p><p><br /></p><p>RESOURCES</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.dacapopress.com/titles/ray-oldenburg-phd/the-great-good-place/9781569246818/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">The Great Good Space by Ray Oldenburg, 1989</a></li></ul><p>BRENDEN'S MEDIA CHOICES</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZR2JlDnT2l8" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Ralph Vaughan Williams - TheLark Ascending</a> (violin concerto piece)</li><li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/1gjugH97doz3HktiEjx2vY?si=HWRNNtcHStK9oynCAYL31Q" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">SleepToken - Take Me Back To Eden</a> (rockalbum)</li></ul><p>CHAPTERS</p><p>(3:43) Brenden Introduction</p><p>(15:07) - Introduction of concept of "3rd Spaces"</p><p>(31:43) - Community Outreach</p><p>(42:32) - The Value of Real In-Person Connection</p><p>(57:42) - Impact of being confined to our "1st Spaces"</p><p>(1:06:08) - Connection to Social Liberation Movements</p><p>(1:17:18) - the toll of eliminating frictions from social interactions</p><p>(1:48:40) - Recap</p><p>(1:54:05) - Brenden's Media Choices</p>
November 24, 2024
#03 - Invisible Food Culture
John Souki joins Naked Apes host in discussing the disconnect from food sources in first world society and its profound impact on our relationship with fundamental daily existence.
October 27, 2024
#02 - Are People Doing Their Best
<p>Danny Badorine joins me in discussing the role of negative feedback in our culture and the question "are people doing their best?" We delve into exploring what the multiple meanings that "doing your best" can convey, the role that an understanding of a truly "free" will plays in asking this question, the value of "rock bottom" in motivating people to adjust their behavior, the cultural epidemic of narcissism, the boundary between self care and self indulgence, the value of allowing the presence of painful emotions to exist in our lives, and more.</p> <p>FACT CORRECTION</p> <p>My reference to slavery was attempting to recall Qatar bringing in Indian labor and stealing their passports. </p> <p> Danny's book recommendation: <a href="https://www.ananda.org/free-inspiration/books/autobiography-of-a-yogi/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Autobiography Of A Yogi by Paramhansa Yogananda</a></p> <p>Brené Brown podcast referenced on this topic: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/6xxwjBa7fRrO6ULFXaTqmE?si=648908877ce245dc" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Part 1</a> <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/18u2WGnSjEHYkpBy9JTshv?si=3cd70b0329754d64" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Part 2</a></p> <p>CHAPTERS</p> <p>(0:00:00) Introduction</p> <p>(0:03:07) Bus Call</p> <p>(0:08:43) Importance of Confrontation</p> <p>(0:17:06) Are people doing their best?</p> <p>(0:22:51) Will vs Free Will</p> <p>(0:36:48) Free Will and Sociopaths</p> <p>(0:43:21) Would you oppose slavery?</p> <p>(0:46:05) Role of intelligence and cultural programming</p> <p>(0:57:24) Negative feedback in dog training</p> <p>(1:01:32) Just trying to feel better</p> <p>(1:10:38) The value of rock bottom</p> <p>(1:18:18) My personal need for negative feedback</p> <p>(1:23:45) Assertive vs Aggressive communication</p> <p>(1:30:25) The "Feel Good" bubble, Self Care vs Self Indulgence</p> <p>(1:36:41) Embracing pain in life</p> <p>(1:45:54) Letting go vs giving up hope</p> <p>(1:49:35) Empathy and tribalism</p> <p>(1:56:32) Conclusion</p>
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