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A podcast that examines the preconceptions that shape how we view the world and the paradigms by which we live our lives.
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14/11/2023

Choosing a baby name can be stressful. While a name is just a name, it will follow your child around for the rest of their life. What are some of the factors that go into this decision, and what are some newer trends that are being witnessed? The preconception might be that picking a baby name is as...

09/11/2023

Did the American Revolution lay the foundations for a 'special' America?

07/11/2023

'America is the best country in the world' is a common adage said by politicians. Is there any merit to this? Historian Andrew O'Shaugnessy joins the podcast.

07/11/2023

We often hear American politicians recite lines like, ‘The United States is the greatest country in the world’. Especially when it comes to US presidential elections, the notion that the United States is somehow different than the rest of the world is on full display. There’s an idea of Americ...

02/11/2023

Robert Markowitz gave up being a criminal lawyer and became a clown. Check out the latest episode of Preconceived to find out why.

31/10/2023

Why would someone decide to pivot career paths to become a clown?

31/10/2023

One of the most significant preconceptions that governs our lives revolves around our career trajectory. For the most part, the status quo typically involves us choosing a general career path in our twenties and sticking with it for the duration of working years. But not for all of us. Robert Markow...

26/10/2023

Has the concept of 'mental health' actually increased the stigma associated with true 'mental illness'?

24/10/2023

While important, have the concepts of 'wellness' and 'mental health' reduced our tolerance for normal human emotions?

24/10/2023

The terms ‘wellness’ and ‘mental health’ have been around for many years, but over the last decade, it’s taken on a life of its own. And while most of us would agree that looking after our wellness and self-care is a very important thing, one might also wonder, has this movement gone too f...

19/10/2023

What does the world's response to the terror attacks in tell us about the state of in the world?

17/10/2023

Many in the world have partially condemned the the terrorist attacks on Israel, qualifying the condemnation with a 'but'. This episode explores the nature of the attacks and the impact it has had on Israelis and Jews worldwide.

16/10/2023

On October 7th, Israel experienced its bloodiest day since its founding in 1948. In the immediate aftermath of these crimes, anti-Israel and anti-Semitic protests erupted around the world, coinciding with Hamas's "Day of Rage" to "attack Israelis and Jews". In this episode, we try to understand the....

05/10/2023

How much of what we put into the recycling bin actually gets ?

03/10/2023

What happens after we pat ourselves on the back for putting things into a recycling bin?

03/10/2023

Pretty much everyone knows that recycling is important. But what exactly is recycling? The concept that’s been disseminated to society is that when you recycle thing, it gets repurposed and reused, hence recycled. This reduces the amount of garbage that goes into landfills and is ultimately a good...

28/09/2023

Does the very nature of artistry suffer if we cannot explore others' experiences? Or does that miss the main point in the debate about ?

26/09/2023

Should actors and authors be able to take on roles and write about content matter outside their own cultural experiences?

26/09/2023

Over the past several years, there has been controversy in many fields of the art world, including literature, film and television. Questions have been posed regarding the appropriateness of authors writing about certain topics, and actors portraying certain characters. For example, is it okay for a...

21/09/2023

Are there advantages to manic episodes?

19/09/2023

How can manic episodes in bipolar disorder be misinterpreted as hyper-efficiency? Kimi Culp joins the podcast.

19/09/2023

Bipolar Disorder is an oft-misunderstood condition by the public. It can be tough to comprehend, because it requires an understanding of each of depression, mania, and the swings that can occur between them. So what exactly is Bipolar Disorder? What kind of insight does a patient with the disease ha...

14/09/2023

Is there ever a justification for torture in certain situations?

12/09/2023

Is torture actually effective? Juan Mendez, one of the world's leading experts in torture who is also a victim of torture himself, joins the podcast.

12/09/2023

Torture is generally thought of as a bad things - an unacceptable means to an end. But what if that end is justifiable? In many cases, torture is clearly unethical - for example when used as a means of political suppression, as a fear tactic, or for a forced confession. But what about torture in mor...

05/09/2023

Money did not always exist in its current form. There was a time when goods and services were just exchanged for one another, without actual coins or cash changing hands. The preconception is that our current monetary system, the status quo, makes complete sense. But as millennia of history have pro...

31/08/2023

Has Lamar Jackson redefined the role of a sports agent?

29/08/2023

What is the role of a sports agent? Can athletes negotiate without them? Sports Agent Evan Laufer joins the podcast.

24/08/2023

Is it logical to believe that Jesus Christ was the Son of God?

22/08/2023

Would God really send someone to Hell for not believing in Jesus? John Stackhouse, author of 'Christianity for the Hesitant', joins the podcast.

17/08/2023

Is there equal onus on the filmmaker and viewer in interpreting a movie? Film critic Richard Crouse joins the podcast.

15/08/2023

Film Critic Richard Crouse breaks down preconceptions about the film industry, what makes a good movie, and the divide between critics and audience members.

15/08/2023

In the wake of 'Barbenheimer', there is perhaps more excitement surrounding the moviegoing experience than there has been in many years. But why does it feel like the film industry has been a bit lacklustre for the past while? Has the divide been film critics and audience grown, as critically acclai...

03/08/2023

Why might whole body MRI lead to more risk than than benefit for patients trying to be proactive about their health?

01/08/2023

Would you get a whole body MRI if you were able to afford it? And is it a good idea? Dr. Matthew Davenport joins the podcast.

01/08/2023

What if you could undergo a scan of of your whole body once a year to screen for any tumors, aneurysms, or any other medical abnormalities? On the surface, it sounds like a great idea, and indeed many companies are offering the opportunity to undergo whole body MRIs to catch medical findings before....

27/07/2023

What are some of the environmental reasons why one might consider eating more plant-based foods?

25/07/2023

Beyond ethical and philosophical concerns, what are the practical reasons one might choose not to eat so much meat?

25/07/2023

Most of us are familiar with the ethical quandaries of eating meat, and in particular the large-scale abuse of animals in modern-day farming and mass meat production. And in many ways, the question of whether it is ‘okay’ to eat other animals is a philosophical and personal one. But what does th...

20/07/2023

How do Ice Baths and Cold Showers affect the hormones and mediators in our bodies?

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