In Episode 69, Paul leads the conversation by introducing the Diderot Effect—the idea that one new thing often creates a chain reaction of wants, upgrades, and expectations we never planned for.
From there, the conversation unfolds naturally. Paul asks questions that invite Matt to share personal stories and lived experiences, and together they explore how desire, identity, and contentment are often more connected than we realize.
By the end of the episode, the discussion lands on Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning and the deeper question underneath it all—what actually sustains a meaningful life when comfort, possessions, or momentum fall short.
This is not a lecture and not a manifesto. Just two guys thinking out loud, connecting ideas to real life, and leaving space for reflection.
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