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Human Nature Odyssey

Alex Leff
Artificial Intelligence
Civilization
Egalitarianism
Human Origins
Zombies
Capitalism
Apocalypse
French Revolution
Climate Change
Community Engagement
Communism
Political Psychology
Consumerism
Community
Connection
Democracy
Self-Destructive Tendencies
Cognition
Tradition
Societal Decay

Human Nature Odyssey: a podcast about humanity, civilization, and the fate of the world. You are living the latest chapter in a 10,000 year story. Join storyteller Alex Leff on a search for better ways to understand and more clearly experience the incredible, terrifying, and ridiculous world we live in. The first stop on our quest through a landscape of ideas and stories is the 1992 novel Ishmael ... more

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This is the first 30 minutes of a longer conversation. The full conversation is available on the Human Nature Odyssey Patreon.

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Recent Guests

Dr. Pascal Walsh
Clinical professor of data science, neuroscience and psychology at NYU
New York University
Episode: 15 - Are Hunter-Gatherers Liberals or Conservatives?
John Snodgrass
Author, father of four, and teaches religious studies at Canisius College in Buffalo, New York
Canisius College
Episode: Genesis and the Rise of Civilization (Bonus Episode)
Daniel Firth Griffith
A farmer, author, and host of the Unshod podcast
Unshod podcast
Episode: The Tower of Babel as Metaphor, Myth, or Reality (Bonus Episode)
Jake Marquez
Cinematographer and podcaster
Death in the Garden
Episode: Death in the Garden with Jake Marquez and Maren Morgan (Bonus Episode)
Maren Morgan
Writer and podcaster
Death in the Garden
Episode: Death in the Garden with Jake Marquez and Maren Morgan (Bonus Episode)
Asher Miller
Executive director of Post Carbon Institute and host of Crazy Town podcast
Post Carbon Institute
Episode: The LA Fires, Resilience, and a Special Announcement with the Post Carbon Institute (Bonus Episode)
Tom Murphy
Astrophysicist and author of the Do the Math blog
Independent
Episode: Astrophysics for a New Stone Age with Tom Murphy

Host

Alex Leff
Host of the series, known for his storytelling skills and thoughtful insights into complex topics related to humanity and civilization.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 127 ratings
  • 8 hours to change your life

    This podcast has changed my life, and I’m actually not exaggerating! It has given me a map that fits the world way better than anything I’d been given before, and that in itself is helping me understand where I can fit in too. Every episode is masterful, well researched, well woven, well illuminated, and makes you want to laugh and cry and dance all at once. History and humans somehow make more sense to me now, and I am left with equal parts clarity and unanswered questions. But oh the joy of kn... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yessietojessie
    United States4 months ago
  • Fascinating, Fun, Timely

    Beautifully produced, thought-provoking podcast explores some of the biggest, toughest questions of our time in a way that is accessible, personal, funny, and informative. Has the potential to spark important and valuable conversations across the ideological spectrum.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shadow-the-Dark13
    United States6 months ago
  • Wide angle view of human history

    Amazing storytelling about where we as humans have come from and what trends inform our present moment.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dbenz1986
    United States6 months ago
  • “The Sam to my Frodo”

    Like Alex, I was impacted by my first reading of Ishmael by Daniel Quinn - it changed the way I see the world and myself in it. When I decided that my children were ready for it, Ishmael came off the bookshelf for our family book club - a fun (for me at least) component to their homeschooling. In looking for something to spark further conversation, I came across “Human Nature Odyssey”. What a wonderful gift of thoughtful and thought-provoking commentary and conversation. It started as a perf... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Little Brook Farm
    United Statesa year ago
  • Brilliant podcast

    Alex is an EXCELLENT podcaster. His editing skills are genius and the care and earnestness he imbues in each episode is such a breath of fresh air. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maren Morgan
    United Statesa year ago

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The show is praised for its ability to address tough questions while remaining accessible and relatable to a broad audience.
Several listeners recommend it as a must-listen experience that invokes a sense of community and deeper understanding of humanity.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and masterfully produced content, often stating that it changes their perspectives on life and society.
Many reviews highlight the engaging storytelling and the unique blend of personal anecdotes with substantial philosophical discussions.

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Talking Points

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Astrophysics for a New Stone Age with Tom Murphy
Q: What inspired you to first create the Do The Math blog?
Tom started the blog out of concern for the trajectory of humanity's energy use and potential collapse due to peak oil.
Astrophysics for a New Stone Age with Tom Murphy
Q: Why do you call yourself a recovering astrophysicist?
He explains that his retirement has allowed him to shift focus from cosmology to existential concerns about civilization's collapse and environmental threats.
Astrophysics for a New Stone Age with Tom Murphy
Q: What initially drew you to becoming an astrophysicist?
Tom recounts his childhood passion for astronomy that started with his first views of Saturn through a telescope, which ignited a lifelong interest.
Death in the Garden with Jake Marquez and Maren Morgan (Bonus Episode)
Q: What is the connective tissue that makes Death in the Garden?
Jake explains that modern societies' relationships with death inform how they structure societies and the stories they tell about existence.
Sex at Dawn, Civilized to Death, and Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
Q: What was home for you?
Ryan reflects on how his 'home' was not a physical place, but a connection with Native American cultures that felt like a homeland to him.

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A podcast focused on exploring the intricacies of humanity, civilization, and the challenges faced by society throughout history. It draws from various disciplines, including anthropology and philosophy, to engage listeners with thought-provoking discussions centered on the human experience. Notably, the show is heavily influenced by the novel 'Ishmael' by Daniel Quinn, using it as a lens to reflect on broader topics such as sustainability, societal structures, and the evolution of human values in the context of our modern world. Through storytelling and dialogue, it aims to shed light on the complexities of existence, encouraging listeners to rethink their place within the world and the narratives that define humanity.

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2. John Snodgrass
3. Daniel Firth Griffith
4. Jake Marquez
5. Maren Morgan
6. Asher Miller
7. Tom Murphy

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