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Adam Fitzgerald on OdyseeAdam Fitzgerald on OdyseeA Vulgar Betrayal Of FBI Agent Robert Wright Jr.: How The Agency Maligned It's OwnRobert Wright Jr. was a former FBI counter-terrorism agent out of the Chicago Field Office who once spearheaded an intricate investigation into suspected money laundering of terrorist groups by Islamic relief charities, code named "Vulgar Betrayal". By the time the investigation started, Wright noted how top brass at the Chicago and FBI headquarters in Washington DC looked to upend Wright's investigative team, by not providing him with the necessary financing or manpower to further their operation. Wright would later complain that "FBI management intentionally and repeatedly thwarted and obstructed my attempts to launch a more comprehensive...2025-05-301h 02The Darkened HourThe Darkened HourA Vulgar Betrayal Of FBI Agent Robert Wright Jr.: How The Agency Maligned It's OwnRobert Wright Jr. was a former FBI counter-terrorism agent out of the Chicago Field Office who once spearheaded an intricate investigation into suspected money laundering of terrorist groups by Islamic relief charities, code named "Vulgar Betrayal". By the time the investigation started, Wright noted how top brass at the Chicago and FBI headquarters in Washington DC looked to upend Wright's investigative team, by not providing him with the necessary financing or manpower to further their operation.  Wright would later complain that "FBI management intentionally and repeatedly thwarted and obstructed my attempts to launch a more comprehensive investigation t...2025-05-301h 02Locked On Cougars - Daily Podcast On BYU Cougars Football & BasketballLocked On Cougars - Daily Podcast On BYU Cougars Football & BasketballBYU Cougars' Backcourt Transformed Overnight as Robert Wright III Brings Elite Big 12 Talent to BYUBYU basketball has landed a major transfer portal target in former Baylor Bears guard Robert Wright III! This episode breaks down why Wright's commitment is a significant win for Kevin Young and the Cougars, and how his skillset could be an even better fit alongside AJ Dybantsa and Richie Saunders than the departed Egor Demin.We'll dissect Wright's impressive freshman campaign at Baylor, showcasing his dynamic scoring ability (11.5 PPG), his team-leading playmaking (4.2 APG), and his efficient three-point shooting (over 35%). We'll analyze how his dual-threat capabilities as both a scorer and facilitator address a crucial need in BYU's...2025-04-1129 minKingdom Cross  Roads PodcastKingdom Cross Roads PodcastIdentity Crisis – TS WrightIdentity Crisis TS Wright The central theme of this podcast episode revolves around the alarming identity crisis prevalent within the Christian church, as articulated by Pastor Bob Thibodeau and his guest, Scott Wright. They delve into the ramifications of this crisis, suggesting that a significant number of believers are allowing cultural norms to dictate their identities rather than anchoring themselves in their true identity in Christ. This disorientation, they argue, poses a serious threat to the church's ability to withstand the spiritual and cultural deceptions of the modern world. Wright emphasizes that this crisis is n...2025-04-0423 minRevelation Warning PodcastRevelation Warning PodcastUpdate on Israel - TS WrightUpdate on Israel - TS WrightT.S. Wright joins Pastor Robert Thibodeau on Revelation Warning to discuss the escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly the recent missile attacks launched by Iran against Israel. They explore how these events align with biblical prophecies regarding the last days and the potential implications for Israel's security and regional stability. The conversation delves into the strategic moves by Israel to neutralize threats from terrorist groups and the challenges Iran faces as it attempts to assert its influence. As both speakers reflect on the complex geopolitical landscape, they...2024-12-0322 minThe 1 to ONE ThingThe 1 to ONE ThingEp. 67 - The Minutiae Effect: Small Actions, Big Changes: Robert LattibeaudiereIn this episode, I had a great chat with mindset consultant Robert Latibodiere for a rich conversation about the often-overlooked power of small, consistent actions, or what Robert calls the “minutiae effect.” We explore why we struggle to make basic, positive changes, such as saving money or developing healthy routines, and how understanding human behaviour and brain science can help. Robert emphasises the importance of tackling mental barriers, finding a meaningful "why," and working incrementally toward improvement, rather than seeking sweeping transformations. Key Points: Beyond Titles and Perceptions: Robert resists labe...2024-10-311h 07Nature vs NarcissismNature vs NarcissismCrimetober Series - October 17 (The Execution Date of Robert Roberson III)Day 17 of the Crimetober Series is about the scheduled execution of Robert Roberson III, which was set for October 17, 2024.  Please listen to the full episode for the update and to see how you can help!I apologize for the late release Sourceshttps://innocenceproject.org/what-to-know-about-robert-roberson-on-texas-death-row-for-a-crime-that-never-occurred/  https://www.cnn.com/2024/10/13/us/robert-roberson-execution-shaken-baby-syndrome/index.htmlhttps://time.com/7086477/robert-roberson-execution-date-texas-appeals/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Roberson_casehttps://www.tdcj.texas.gov/death_row/dr_info/robersonrobert.htmlhttps://www.tpr.o...2024-10-2444 minHomebrewed ChristianityHomebrewed ChristianityRobert Wright: Evolution, Empathy, and the Future of HumanityIn this episode, I am joined by one of my favorite scholars in the public square, Robert Wright, the editor of the Nonzero Newsletter. This is a captivating discussion about artificial intelligence, consciousness, and the future of humanity. We explore Wright's extensive work, including 'Nonzero,' 'The Evolution of God,' and 'Why Buddhism is True,' while delving into the intersections of science, religion, and philosophy. Discover the implications of AI for humanity, the critical role of international cooperation in technology governance, and the moral and spiritual dimensions needed to navigate rapid technological changes. The conversation also addresses th...2024-08-191h 42(Y) Connect Podcast(Y) Connect PodcastPathway to the (Y) - Allison, Robert, and ZarinahToday’s Pathway to the (Y) features the three amazing hosts of Y Connect, Robert Wright, Allison Toller, and Zarinah Winston. Tune in to today’s conversation as the hosts share their favorite episodes from this year and the impact they’ve had. What is your favorite episode from this year?    IN THIS EPISODE: [0:51] Zarinah dives into her favorite, Episode 39 Diving in with the Mermaids at the Y.  [2:30] Robert reflects on Episode 37 A Global Dialogue with YMCA South Africa CEO Marcus Van Wyk. [4:10] Allison voices her desire to help more Y st...2024-07-1006 minLives Well LivedLives Well LivedROBERT WRIGHT: navigating moral realismPeter & Kasia are joined by author and journalist Robert Wright. Robert Wright is the New York Times bestselling author of The Evolution of God (a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize), Nonzero, The Moral Animal, Three Scientists and their Gods, and Why Buddhism Is True. The discussion delves into the evolutionary explanations for altruism and sympathy, and how human sexual psychology impacts societal norms. The role of technology and non-zero-sum interactions in human history is explored, alongside the ethical challenges posed by artificial intelligence. Robert discusses moral realism, and the concept of being judged by a higher power.2024-07-041h 03Taking the LeapTaking the LeapThe Wright Formula: Building and Leading a World-Class Hospitality BusinessOur guest today is Larry Wright Jr., the CEO and President of Wright Investments. His multi-generational family business represents over 200 hotels and 26,000 hotel rooms in 28 states. They specialize in hospitality investments, hospitality management, and hotel and real estate capital projects. Larry graduated from the University of Tennessee with a degree in Hotel and Restaurant Administration. He then earned his Master's Degree at NYU and graduated from the Harvard Business School OPM program. Larry is a member of the Young Presidents Organization (YPO) and an avid outdoorsman.I am excited to learn more from Larry about t...2024-06-221h 16The Wright WayThe Wright WayRobert Hope, Jr '79 & Robert Hope, III '15Robert Hope, Jr '79 and Robert Hope, III '15 joined Mr. Barber on The Wright Way podcast in March. Mr. Hope currently serves on the Board of Trustees. He is a past Board Chairman, Alumnus of the Year recipient, and also an Athletic Hall of Fame inductee. Mr. Hope is married to Mary Shannon Torbert Hope '82, and they have two children, Robert, III '15, and Jeanie, '17. Robert III was a decorated runner during his time at UMS-Wright and continued his athletic career at Harvard University, where he ran track and cross country. After college, Robert worked for...2024-04-111h 04Revelation Warning PodcastRevelation Warning PodcastProphetic Update On Israel - TS WrightProphetic Update On Israel TS Wright Scott Wright is back with us today. Scott has been teaching us about the different ages of the Church and significant things the Bible and history has to say about them. Amen. He has also been helping us to understand the modern day church age, the Names of God and with modern day issues and comparing these things to what the Bible says is about to happen. Amen! And that is something we all should be interested in. Today, we will take some time to discuss the cu...2024-03-2728 minRevelation Warning PodcastRevelation Warning PodcastSpiritual Update on the War in Israel - TS WrightSpiritual Update on The War in Israel TS Wright As we watch Israel battle the Hamas terrorists and try to eradicate this evil threat from their midst, it is amazing to me to see the amount of anti-Semitism being waged against Israel.  Israel was not the ones who launched an unprovoked attack against families, raping and killing women and teenage girls, beheading babies, ripping babies from their mothers wombs and doing things that would amount to “crimes against humanity” if it was anywhere else except, it seems like, warring against Israel. Thi...2024-03-2523 minRevelation Warning PodcastRevelation Warning PodcastDrawing Closer to the Day of the Lord – TS WrightDrawing Closer to the Day of the Lord TS Wright  As the world leans closer and closer to what is called the “End Times” war scenario, we see politicians of all shapes, sizes, colors and parties beginning to take sides and reveal their true hearts. We have Palestinian and Hamas supporters in Congress. We have Palestinian Hamas supporters in colleges. We have Palestinian and Hamas supporters protesting in the streets. We also see “some” Israeli supporters – but the liberal news agencies are not really covering them, their stories or discussing the...2024-03-2123 minRevelation Warning PodcastRevelation Warning PodcastGaza and the Setup to End Times – TS Wright Gaza and the Setup to End Times TS WrightFolks, unless you’ve been living under a rock, you are aware of the Middle East conflict that is happening right before our eyes on television involving Hamas terrorists and the Nation of Israel. Now, it is starting to spread to Lebanon and Hezbollah as well.These things have been prophesied for years and years as, ultimately, going to happen. Now we see scripture being fulfilled before our eyes.Some people just sluff it off, uncaring. Others are all worried and scared an...2024-03-2021 minthe Bestsellers Summarythe Bestsellers SummaryThe Enlightenment Path: Unveiling the Truths of Buddhism with Robert WrightChapter 1:what is Why Buddhism Is True book about "Why Buddhism Is True" by Robert Wright is a book that explores the psychological and scientific evidence backing some of the core teachings of Buddhism. The author, who is not a Buddhist himself, examines how meditation practices and insights from Buddhism align with modern psychological understanding and findings. Wright argues that Buddhism provides valuable insights into human nature, suffering, and the illusory nature of the self. He delves into topics such as mindfulness, meditation, and the Buddha's teachings on desire, attachment, and happiness. The bo...2024-02-0512 minFaith Based Business PodcastFaith Based Business PodcastEmotional Recovery Clinic- Keisha WrightEmotional Recovery ClinicKeisha WrightKeisha Wright is a professional life coach from the Sunshine State of Florida. Years ago, while trying to recover from her own trauma and seeking help in counseling, she was told it would take 3 to 5 years of therapy for her to recover.She told herself she could not wait that long and called out to God for His Divine intervention. in the middle of own search for wellness, she made God a promise if He ever got her out the living hell she was in, she would spend...2023-12-1837 min(Y) Connect Podcast(Y) Connect PodcastPathway to the (Y) - Robert, Allison, and ZarinahToday’s Pathway to the (Y) is a little different as our hosts, Zarinah, Robert, and Allison celebrate (Y) Connect turning one. Today, they share their takeaways or lessons learned from hosting (Y) Connect that has influenced their roles within the YMCA and broader community. Tune in to be inspired by our hosts and get an inside peek into what goes on behind the scenes and the rippling impacts of this podcast!  IN THIS EPISODE: Zarinah Winston shares how hosting the (Y) Connect podcast has helped make her more intentional when in...2023-12-1306 minBookey App 30 mins Book Summaries Knowledge Notes and MoreBookey App 30 mins Book Summaries Knowledge Notes and MoreUnlocking the Profound Insights: Summary of Why Buddhism is True by Robert WrightChapter 1 Understand the idea behind Why Buddhism is True"Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment" is a book written by Robert Wright. Published in 2017, it explores the teachings and practices of Buddhism and seeks to explain how they align with modern scientific understanding of the human mind. Wright, a journalist and evolutionary psychologist, presents an argument for the compatibility of Buddhism with scientific insights into human nature, particularly in regards to the concept of "self" and the nature of suffering. Drawing from his personal experiences with meditation, as well as scientific...2023-12-1012 minThe McGill International ReviewThe McGill International ReviewMIR Meets: Robert WrightHost Blaise Brosnan sits down with Substack writer and podcast host Robert Wright, to discuss the concept of non-zero-sumness, the origins of early Christianity, and the evolution in the perception of the Abrahamic God as described in his book The Evolution of God.   References "The Evolution of God" by Robert Wright "The ‘River to the Sea’ Rorschach test" by Robert Wright, Nonzero Newsletter 2023-11-221h 03Revelation Warning PodcastRevelation Warning PodcastThe Temple and the End Times - TS WrightThe Temple and the End Times – TS Wright Scott Wright is back with us today. Scott has been teaching us about the different ages of the Church and significant things the Bible and history has to say about them. Amen. He has also been helping us to understand the modern day church age, with all the societal problems we are facing today, and is comparing these things to what the Bible says is about to happen. Amen! And that is something we all should be interested in.   Scott is also a podcaster and has a truly great pod...2023-11-2033 minRevelation Warning PodcastRevelation Warning PodcastThe Seven Step Process - TS Wright7 Step Process – TS Wright Scott Wright is back with us today. Scott has been teaching us about the different ages of the Church and significant things the Bible and history has to say about them as well as helping us to understand the modern day church age with all the societal problems we are facing today.   Scott is also a podcaster and has a truly great podcast called, “The God Centered Concept,” as well. You really need to listen – and subscribe – to his podcast.  Amen!   He has also published a journal called, “God Centered Concept Journal: Making God’s Word My Ways...2023-11-1329 minRevelation Warning PodcastRevelation Warning PodcastThe Declarations of Jesus - TS WrightThe Declarations of Jesus – TS Wright Now, if you’ve been listening recently, you’ve heard several session with our guest today, TS Wright. We’ve done a deep dive on Revelation and the “7 Church Ages.”  If you missed any of those episodes, go look them up in our archives. On our last episode, we learned the possible significance of the year 2038 – and what that could mean (hint: it doesn’t have to do exclusively with earth quakes!   Scott Wright is back with us today as we discuss “The Declarations of Jesus?”   Scott is also a podcaster and has a truly great po...2023-11-0638 minRevelation Warning PodcastRevelation Warning PodcastWhere Do We Go From Here - TS WrightWhere Do We Go From Here? – TS Wright Now, if you’ve been listening recently, you’ve heard several session with our guest today, TS Wright. We’ve done a deep dive on Revelation and the “7 Church Ages.”  If you missed any of those episodes, go look them up in our archives. On our last episode, we learned the possible significance of the year 2038 – and what that could mean.    Scott Wright is back with us today. Scott has been teaching us about the different ages of the Church and significant things the Bible and history has to say about them.   ...2023-10-3035 minRevelation Warning PodcastRevelation Warning PodcastIdolatry in the Church Today - TS WrightIdolatry in Today’s Churches – TS Wright Now, if you’ve been listening recently, you’ve heard several session with our guest today, TS Wright. We’ve done a deep dive on Revelation and the “7 Church Ages.”  If you missed any of those episodes, go look them up in our archives. On our last episode, we learned the possible significance of the year 2038 – and what that could mean.    Today, we are going to discuss something that, I believe is very needful. It is also something that will probably make a lot of church pastors very upset. Maybe even mad. But that’s...2023-10-2353 minRevelation Warning PodcastRevelation Warning PodcastThe Seventh Age of the Church - TS WrightThe Seventh Age of the Church – TS Wright The Book of the Revelation, for some, bring ominous warnings and invokes fear. For believers, the opposite is true (at least for true believers…).   The hope that the soon return of Jesus is about to happen!  We can see signs from the Book of the Revelation all around us today. We are living what the Bible depicts as the “end of days.” We are living it!  Right now!   As I said, for believers – we should be getting excited!  We also need to get busy! We need to be witnessing like never before...2023-09-041h 03suket uripsuket urip[ePub] [Download] Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment by Robert Wright [ePub] [Download] Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment by Robert Wright Read Online Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment by Robert Wright is a great book to read and that's why I recommend reading or downloading ebook Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment for free in any format with visit the link button below. **Read Book Here ==> https://gorengantahuaci.blogspot.com/32895535-why-buddhism-is-true **Download Book Here ==> https://gorengantahuaci.blogspot.com/32895535-why-buddhism-is-true Book Synopsis : From one...2023-09-0100 minsuket warlaparsuket warlapar[ePub] [Download] Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment by Robert Wright [ePub] [Download] Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment by Robert Wright Read Online Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment by Robert Wright is a great book to read and that's why I recommend reading or downloading ebook Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment for free in any format with visit the link button below. **Read Book Here ==> https://gorengantahuaci.blogspot.com/32895535-why-buddhism-is-true **Download Book Here ==> https://gorengantahuaci.blogspot.com/32895535-why-buddhism-is-true Book Synopsis : From one...2023-09-0100 minRevelation Warning PodcastRevelation Warning PodcastThe Sixth Age of the Church - TS WrightThe Sixth Age of the Church – TS Wright Scott Wright is back with us today. Scott has been teaching us about the different ages of the Church and significant things the Bible and history has to say about them.   If you missed any of the preceding episodes where we covered the Church Ages One through Five, go back to the archives and find them. You will be amazed at the information Scott Wright has been sharing with us thus far. Amen!   Scott is helping us to understand each of the different ages of the Church and why they...2023-08-2842 minRevelation Warning PodcastRevelation Warning PodcastThe Fifth Age of the Church - TS Wright5th Age of the Church – TS Wright Scott Wright is back with us today. Scott has been teaching us about the different ages of the Church and significant things the Bible and history has to say about them.   Last time, we studied the Fourth Church Age. I’ll let Scott give a summary of what we discussed last time…    But Scott is helping us to understand each of the different ages of the Church and why they are so significant – especially as we look at the modern day church age with all the societal problems we are facing today...2023-08-2432 minThe Daily MastermindThe Daily MastermindThe Secret Revealed by Robert Stuberg Part 1Welcome back to the dealer mastermind GeorgeWright III with your daily dose of inspiration, motivation, and education. I am super excited to talk with you this week. We have so many things going on. We're launching our brand new weight loss product. We've got a new team that we have that we're going to be working with over in Texas.  But I'm excited to share with you a couple of things, because many of you have been talking to me about how frustrated you are in life how you want to make a change, how you want t...2023-07-1717 minRevelation Warning PodcastRevelation Warning PodcastThe Third Church Age - TS WrightThe Third Church Age - TS Wright We have, as our guest today, back on the program today, Scott Wright, or ts Wright is his pen name for his books. And, and he's the author and presenter of the God-Centered Concept Series. And, and you know, folks, if, if you haven't been listening to our prior episodes, you need to go back and, and go to the archives, type in ts right, and listen to those episodes because we, man, it's been a blessed time as he's been sharing information about the seven church agents, the end...2023-06-2649 minRevelation Warning PodcastRevelation Warning PodcastThe Second Church Age - TS WrightThe End of the First Church Age – TS Wright   Scott Wright, or “TS Wright” as he’s known by, is the author and presenter of the “God Centered Concept Series.” This series is focused on connecting to God through discipleship. He does this by helping us understand the processed that God’s Word readily gives us in order to draw closer to him. He has also published a journal called, “God Centered Concept Journal: Making God’s Word My Ways.”   Scott has a goal of launching this series on a large scale, reaching churches and organizations with this curriculum that will change their...2023-06-2035 minRevelation Warning PodcastRevelation Warning PodcastRevelation of the Early Church Age - TS Wright Revelation of the Early Church Age – TS Wright   Scott Wright, or “TS Wright” as he’s known by, is the author and presenter of the “God Centered Concept Series.” This series is focused on connecting to God through discipleship. He does this by helping us understand the processed that God’s Word readily gives us in order to draw closer to him. He has also published a journal called, “God Centered Concept Journal: Making God’s Word My Ways.”   Scott has a goal of launching this series on a large scale, reaching churches and organizations with this curriculum that will ch...2023-05-1526 minMass Timber TodayMass Timber TodayEpisode 0 | Dr. Anne Koven & Professor Robert Wright: Introducing Mass Timber TodayAbout Mass Timber Today The Mass Timber Today Podcast was created by the Mass Timber Institute at the University of Toronto's John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design. This podcast series will explore the opportunities and challenges of sustainable mass timber construction. You can expect one on one interviews conducted by our hosts, Dr.Anne Koven and Craig Applegath. Anne is a professor at the University of Toronto, an Honourary Registered Professional Forester and Director of the Mass Timber Institute, and Craig Applegath is the Founding Partner of DIALOG. Anne and Craig will sit down...2023-05-0135 min(Y) Connect Podcast(Y) Connect PodcastPathway to the (Y) - Hosts Allison, Robert, ZarinahToday’s Pathway to the (Y) episode 10, celebrates with something a little different.  In this episode, hosts Allison Toller, Robert Wright and Zarinah Winston share something along their personal journey that influenced the path to the careers they hold today at the Y.  They truly are where they are meant to be. IN THIS EPISODE:  What influenced the co-hosts' journey on their paths to the Y KEY TAKEAWAYS: The Y’s  draws in those with a calling to help others but in turn helps them develop professionally, spiritually, and on a personal...2023-04-0507 min(Y) Connect Podcast(Y) Connect PodcastEp. 10 - (Y) Connect Hosts Connect & Reflect(Y) Connect Podcast celebrates its 10th episode with something a little different.  In this episode, Allison leads a conversation with hosts Robert and Zarinah reflecting on their experiences and the work they lead within the Y. This episode showcases and recognizes their tremendous contributions.  IN THIS EPISODE: [00:53] Allison visits with Zarinah and Robert on this 10th episode of their podcast [02:29] Zarinah shares two significant projects in Early Learning and personal traveling she has done.  [05:29] Robert talks about his new promotion and responsibilities and the Andrew and Walter Young YMCA restoration process. Rob...2023-03-2937 minThe Human Progress PodcastThe Human Progress PodcastThe Poverty of Slavery | Robert Wright | Ep. 38Robert Wright, a Senior Fellow at the American Institute for Economic Research, joins Chelsea Follett to discuss the history of slavery and the damage it does to society. Robert E. Wright is a Senior Research Fellow at the American Institute for Economic Research. He is the (co)author or (co)editor of over two dozen major books, book series, and edited collections, including AIER’s The Best of Thomas Paine (2021) and Financial Exclusion (2019). He has also (co)authored numerous articles for important journals, including the American Economic Review, Business History Review, Independent Review, Journal of...2023-03-171h 06Robert Edward Grant - Think TankRobert Edward Grant - Think Tank005 - Craig WrightDr. Craig S Wright is an Australian/Antiguan computer scientist, businessman, and inventor, who challenges the world with visionary ideas. Dr. Wright asserts he is the creator of Bitcoin and author of the Bitcoin white paper under the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto. He is one of the earliest minds behind what we now know as blockchain technology and established nChain to unleash the technology and its intended purpose—now preserved in the form of the Bitcoin SV Node reference implementation and Bitcoin SV. In this episode, Robert and Craig cover numerous interesting topics, including Greek philosophy and Japanese hi...2023-02-071h 30CGM Presents: In the Word PodcastCGM Presents: In the Word PodcastEpisode 15, "Unstoppable" Guest: Robert RoystonSend us a textCharles George Missions Presents Day 15, “Unstoppable!”Hello and welcome to Day 15, of our Christmas Podcast entitled, “Unstoppable.” Today we are going to talk about our God who is unstoppable. When He says something will come to pass, it shall come to pass. It does not matter who tries to stop God’s plan, it won’t work. And we will see one man who believed he could stop God’s plan, but he could not. That man was Herod the Great, one of the most wicked kings in the New Testament.If you ar...2022-12-0711 min(Y) Connect Podcast(Y) Connect PodcastEp. 1 - Introduction to the (Y) Connect PodcastIn this inaugural episode of (Y)Connect, Robert Wright, Zarinah Winston, and Allison Toller, all staff members of the YMCA, introduce themselves and share why the YMCA of Metro Atlanta is launching a podcast. Together they talk about where the idea originated, their understanding of what it means to connect, as well as their hopes and aspirations for (Y)Connect. Tune in to see why there is excitement brewing amongst the hosts regarding the creation of this podcast as they share stories of how the Y has impacted their lives and the lives of its members. Don’t miss th...2022-11-2333 minDarkHorse PodcastDarkHorse PodcastHas Bret Strayed from Reason? Bret Speaks with Robert Wright on DarkhorseBret speaks with Robert Wright on the Darkhorse Podcast. They discuss Robert’s suggestion that Bret’s ideas have strayed from plausibility. Find Robert on Twitter: @robertwrighter (https://twitter.com/robertwrighter)Find Robert on bloggingheads: https://bloggingheads.tv/ *****Find Bret Weinstein on Twitter: @BretWeinstein, and on Patreon. Please subscribe to this channel for more long form content like this, and subscribe to the clips channel @DarkHorse Podcast Clips for short clips of all our podcasts.  Check out the DHP store...2022-11-172h 01From My Experience PodcastFrom My Experience PodcastBrotherly Love! Episode 253 Interview with Dr. H Jean Wright IIYeeerrrrr!!! What is going on everybody? For those of you who missed the 3rd annual National Black Man Day conference this year, you are in luck! Over the next few weeks, we will be playing the interviews we conducted during the 2022 conference. This week we have the Deputy Commissioner of the Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disability services, the Director of Behavioral Health and Justice Division Adjunct Professor and Clinical Faculty at Temple University in the Department of Psychology Dr H Jean Wright II. Dr Wright is also the CEO of Mental Health Success Boost LLC and...2022-10-2758 minPracticeology \Practiceology "7 Questions in 7 Minutes" PodcastHow to Use Dry Needing to Improve Patient Outcomes, Increase Profits and Reduce Burnout with Robert DeNardisIn this episode Australia based Physiotherapist and founder of Global Education of Manual Therapists (GEMt), Robert DeNardis shares how to build and grow a practice by delivering safe and effective Dry Needling treatment options.Click the link below to find out more about GEMt and access their other resources:https://www.gemtinfo.com.au/Dry needlers with some experience can also save 50% and get a full money back guarantee on the GEMt course by emailing Robert at:https://www.gemtinfo.com.au/course-dates/ Is Your Health Business L...2022-10-2410 minTalk ArtTalk ArtJimmy WrightTalk Art Season 14 continues with a truly special episode!!! We meet artist Jimmy Wright (b. 1944, Kentucky) who has lived and worked in New York since the early 1970s. We discuss queerness, Queer Art of the 1960s & 70s, grief, a lifetime of painting, his close friendship with the Chicago Imagists, being taught by Ray Yoshida and his extraordinary new solo exhibition ‘Flowers For Ken’, which has just opened in New York at Fierman West gallery, 19 Pike Street and runs until October 23rd 2022.Text by Ashton Cooper: "In 1988, Ken Nuzzo was diagnosed with HIV, an official pronouncement that confi...2022-09-161h 28Decoding the GurusDecoding the GurusRobert Wright: A Cosmic Journey Across the Bob-o-verseMatt and Chris finally leave the Rogan-verse behind, activate their Infinite Improbability Drive, and blast off for the Bob-o-verse. In an off-again / on-again, will they / won't they battle of wits, we outmanoeuvre Bob by covering an episode that he planned to record for our benefit, which we then explained we wouldn't cover because that would violate our rules, which he decided to record anyway, and we then decided it would be alright to cover because he thought we weren't going to cover it. Which one of us is playing 4-dimensional chess and who's playing Hungry Hippo? We're not sure.2022-02-192h 4010% Happier with Dan Harris10% Happier with Dan HarrisAre You Willing to Challenge Your Own Tribe? | Robert WrightWhy, from an evolutionary perspective, is it so terrifying for many of us to contemplate challenging our own tribe? How comfortable would you be hopping on social media and questioning the deeply held convictions of your closest friends and colleagues? Even if you don’t want to be public about it, are there ways to have more empathy for somebody whose views are different from yours? Robert Wright believes the future of civilization hinges on our ability to get better at this.  Robert Wright is the author of the bestselling book Why Buddhism Is Tru...2022-01-1254 minDecoding the GurusDecoding the GurusSpecial Episode: Interview with Robert Wright on crackpots, gurus, and modern media ecosystemsThis week we welcome the author, journalist, and podcaster Robert Wright. Robert wrote the popular (and provocative!) book 'Why Buddhism is True' and has hosted many interesting discussions and debates at bloggingheads.tv, which he co-founded.We had a wide ranging discussion that touched on a vast array of topics including: the Weinsteins & their relative crackpot ratings, alternative & Mainstream media ecosystems and how they feed into guruism, what are gurus anyway (and are they all bad), Sam Harris and cognitive biases, whether Bob is a Buddhist Modernist, the extent to which meditation is a form of cultural...2021-08-131h 40The Revital Health PodcastThe Revital Health PodcastRedefining PTSD, Resetting the Brain and Changing Lives with Dr Robert Wright and Dr Eugene LipovIn this episode, Jodi Duval sits down with Dr. Eugene Lipov, founder of the Stella Center, and Dr. Robert Wright, the Chief Medical Officer of Australia, to discuss a groundbreaking treatment that is changing lives around the world - the Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB). This highly effective procedure has been shown to significantly reduce the symptoms of PTSD, offering patients a chance to "reset" their brain to its pre-trauma state.Dr. Lipov, who has dedicated his career to helping people with post-traumatic stress injury (PTSI), shares his inspiring journey and the story behind the development of this...2021-06-171h 0880,000 Hours Podcast80,000 Hours Podcast#101 – Robert Wright on using cognitive empathy to save the worldIn 2003, Saddam Hussein refused to let Iraqi weapons scientists leave the country to be interrogated. Given the overwhelming domestic support for an invasion at the time, most key figures in the U.S. took that as confirmation that he had something to hide — probably an active WMD program. But what about alternative explanations? Maybe those scientists knew about past crimes. Or maybe they’d defect. Or maybe giving in to that kind of demand would have humiliated Hussein in the eyes of enemies like Iran and Saudi Arabia. According to today’s guest Robert Wright, host o...2021-05-281h 36Watching the Watchers with Robert Gouveia Esq.Watching the Watchers with Robert Gouveia Esq.Space FCommander Fired, Possible Trump Indictment? Kim Potter Arraignment in Wright Shooting​A Space Force Lieutenant was fired after publishing an anti-Marxist book on Amazon, prompting many to question the developing double standard in the military. Government official salivate over a potential Trump indictment in New York and the repercussions in Florida. Kim Potter, the officer responsible for shooting and killing Daunte Wright during a traffic stop, appeared in Court today and we have the updates. And more! Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler in a discussion on the latest legal, criminal and political news, including:​• Lt Col. Matthew Lohmeier, commander of 11th Space Warning Squadron, was fired after his...2021-05-181h 17Watching the Watchers with Robert Gouveia Esq.Watching the Watchers with Robert Gouveia Esq.Chauvin Trial Day 25, Defending Ofc. Kim Potter in Daunte Wright Shooting, Capitol Hill Riot Failure​Derek Chauvin’s defense catches stride with major expert witness today who testified about George Floyd’s cause of death. Former Minnesota police officer Kim Potter charged with second-degree manslaughter – we review the charges and the defense. Inspector General of the Capitol Hill Police releases new report on the Capitol Hill Riots and we review what is inside. And more! Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler in a discussion on the latest legal, criminal and political news, including:​​• George Floyd passenger Morries Hall’s public defender, Adrienne Cousins, addresses the court and explains the basis for Mr...2021-04-152h 53Watching the Watchers with Robert Gouveia Esq.Watching the Watchers with Robert Gouveia Esq.Chauvin Trial Day 24, Daunte Wright Riots Aftermath, New Harvey Weinstein IndictmentDerek Chauvin’s defense starts today as defense lawyer Eric Nelson starts calling witnesses. Minneapolis smoldering after night of unrest resulting from the Daunte Wright killing. Remember Harvey Weinstein? He’s back in the news facing new indictments. And more! Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler in a discussion on the latest legal, criminal and political news, including:​• Eric Nelson calls retired police Officer Creighton to describe George Floyd’s 2019 arrest.​• Michelle Moseng, the paramedic who attended to George Floyd in 2019, testifies about Floyd’s last-minute ingestion and blood pressure.​• Shawanda Hill, the woman in the car...2021-04-141h 30Watching the Watchers with Robert Gouveia Esq.Watching the Watchers with Robert Gouveia Esq.Chauvin Trial Day 23, Daunte Wright Police Shooting, Army Lt. Nazario Pepper Spray LawsuitDerek Chauvin trial continues forward with more government witnesses. Minneapolis police officer shoots and kills Daunte Wright during traffic stop. And more! Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler in a discussion on the latest legal, criminal and political news, including:​• Prosecutors in the Derek Chauvin trial call Dr. Jonathan Rich, a cardiologist from Northwestern, to testify about the cause of Floyd’s death.​• George Floyd’s brother, Philonese Floyd, testifies about Floyd’s relationship with the family and explains what “hooping” is.​• Seth Stoughton, a law professor and former police officer, is the government’s sixth...2021-04-132h 24CGM Presents: In the Word PodcastCGM Presents: In the Word PodcastDay 15, "Unstoppable" CGM Christmas Podcast with RobertSend us a textCharles George Missions Presents: Day 15, “Unstoppable!”Hello and welcome to Day 15, of our Christmas Podcast entitled, “Unstoppable.” Today we are going to talk about our God who is unstoppable. When He says something will come to pass, it shall come to pass. It does not matter who tries to stop God’s plan, it won’t work. And we will see one man who believed he could stop God’s plan, but he could not. That man was Herod the Great, one of the most wicked kings in the New Testament.If you ar...2020-12-1512 minPodcast Archives - QA Selling Online PodcastPodcast Archives - QA Selling Online PodcastPrivate Label Law With eCommerce Lawyer Robert WrightPrivate Label Law With eCommerce Lawyer Robert Wright Robert Wright is the founder of Wright Law Office, PLLC - a boutique virtual law practice that helps e-commerce sellers across the globe protect and scale their online businesses. Since launching his practice, Robert has advised thousands of eCommerce sellers on how to protect their personal assets, bulletproof their brands, weaponize their works, and safeguard their sales online. QUESTIONS FOR ROBERT WRIGHT Why did you want to become a lawyer?Why niche down to eCommerce (niche down because you did it years ago, today it would be niche up, lol)If you...2020-07-2856 minQA Selling Online at AmazonQA Selling Online at AmazonPrivate Label Law With eCommerce Lawyer Robert WrightPrivate Label Law With eCommerce Lawyer Robert Wright Robert Wright is the founder of Wright Law Office, PLLC - a boutique virtual law practice that helps e-commerce sellers across the globe protect and scale their online businesses. Since launching his practice, Robert has advised thousands of eCommerce sellers on how to protect their personal assets, bulletproof their brands, weaponize their works, and safeguard their sales online. QUESTIONS FOR ROBERT WRIGHT Why did you want to become a lawyer?Why niche down to eCommerce (niche down because you did it years ago, today it would be niche up, lol)If you...2020-07-2856 minThe Entrepreneur WayThe Entrepreneur Way1623: Finding People Who Are Smarter than You with Robert Wright Founder and Owner of Wright Private Label LawRobert Wright is the founder of Wright Law Office, PLLC - a boutique virtual law practice that helps e-commerce sellers across the globe protect and scale their online businesses. Since launching his practice, Robert has advised thousands of e-commerce sellers on how to protect their personal assets, bulletproof their brands, weaponize their works and safeguard their sales online. “Figure out your why. Really ask yourself why do you want to start this journey? What are you looking to accomplish? If it’s to make money there might be easier ways to do it. You are going to inev...2020-07-1400 minThe Next 100 Days PodcastThe Next 100 Days Podcast#227 Robert Wright – IPR for Private LabelIPR for Private Labels with Robert Wright Today we're going into the legal space, talking about intellectual property rights (IPR). Robert advises a particularly niche - copyrights and patents for private labels. He focusses on Private Label sellers, because they need to ensure their brands are working for them and they are copyright protected. Private label products China has a huge market for the production of private label products. However, there are other markets too, like India or the Philippines. http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/A-sword-and-shield.mp4 Robert loves to work with businesses in the early days and to...2020-06-1255 minBeyond The HustleBeyond The HustleRobert Wright On How To Legally Protect Your Online and E-commerce Business"As an artist, as an Author, as an Entrepreneur, when you create your works, that's your baby. That's your brain power, that's your heart, that's your soul many times. And for someone to copy it, that's personally offensive. The great thing is if someone does copy your stuff, there's a legal mechanism to be able to have content removed" Robert Wright is the founder of Wright Law Office, PLLC - a boutique virtual law practice that helps e-commerce sellers across the globe protect their online businesses. Since launching his practice, Robert has advised thousands of...2020-05-1938 minTuff Love with Robert KandellTuff Love with Robert Kandell238: Navigating Relationships in the Time of CV with Rachel WrightPsychotherapist Rachel Wright is recognized as one of the freshest voices on millennial and couple-preneur relationships. She and her husband Kyle co-founded Wright Wellness Center in 2016 to bridge the gap between a self-help book and a therapist’s couch. Together, they’re changing how we approach relationships, sex, and mental health. With a Master’s Degree in clinical psychology, Rachel has worked with thousands of couples all over the world, helping them scream less and screw more. She has brought her message to stages across the globe and is also a sex educator, writer, and co-host of the po...2020-04-2135 minThe Daily MastermindThe Daily MastermindCreating Your Destiny with Robert StubergWow...You are in for an Amazing Treat... I am joined on today's episode with one of my Mentors, the Legendary Robert Stuberg. Robert Stuberg is an American entrepreneur, author, speaker, consultant, and life coach. He has written and recorded numerous books and audio programs including The 12 Life Secrets, Creating Your Ultimate Destiny, and The 12 Wealth Secrets. His most recent book is titled Life Handbook. Robert Sold his Company Site (success.com) to Success Magazine and has worked with Lengends in the Industry of Finance and Personal Development.  He has worked with and developed programs with...2020-01-1436 minThe Economics DetectiveThe Economics DetectiveThe Poverty of Slavery with Robert Wright Today’s guest is Robert Wright, author of The Poverty of Slavery. The New York Times’ 1619 Project has prompted renewed discussions on slavery and the New History of Capitalism literature. This episode is the first in a series addressing these topics. We discuss the prevalence of slavery in the developing world today, the arguments for and against reparations, and the rent-seeking behaviour of slaveowners in the Antebellum South. This ground-breaking book adds an economic angle to a traditionally moral argument, demonstrating that slavery has never promoted economic growth or development, neither today nor in the past...2019-08-3000 minPodcast – The Economics DetectivePodcast – The Economics DetectiveThe Poverty of Slavery with Robert WrightToday’s guest is Robert Wright, author of The Poverty of Slavery. The New York Times’ 1619 Project has prompted renewed discussions on slavery and the New History of Capitalism literature. This episode is the first in a series addressing these topics. We discuss the prevalence of slavery in the developing world today, the arguments for … Continue reading The Poverty of Slavery with Robert Wright → The post The Poverty of Slavery with Robert Wright appeared first on The Economics Detective.2019-08-3000 minTuff Love with Robert KandellTuff Love with Robert Kandell192: Masculinity on the Rocks with Kyle WrightKyle Wright is transforming how we talk about masculinity, mental health, and relationships. Bridging the gap between self-help books and a therapist’s couch, he’s one half of the NYC-based sex and love power couple who founded Wright Wellness Center. Kyle co-hosts the Bachelor-themed podcast The Wright Reasons, and check out his popular new podcast Masculinity on the Rocks. Don’t Forget to grab your copy of the Amazon bestseller unHidden: A Book For Men and Those Confused by Them. It’s your easy-to-understand at-home guide to Robert’s living unHidden Framework. Get your copy today by visitin...2019-06-0541 minThe Panpsycast Philosophy PodcastThe Panpsycast Philosophy PodcastEpisode 54, Why Buddhism is True with Robert Wright (Part II)Currently Visiting Professor of Science and Religion at Union Theological Seminary in the City of New York, Robert Wright’s work in journalism, psychology and philosophy has been deeply influential. Robert is the author of many best-selling books including ‘The Moral Animal: Why We Are the Way We Are: The New Science of Evolutionary Psychology’, ‘Nonzero: The Logic of Human Destiny’, ‘The Evolution of God’, and most recently, ‘Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment’. Our focus for this episode is Robert Wright’s latest book, Why Buddhism is True. In a word, Wright defends...2019-02-0347 minThe Panpsycast Philosophy PodcastThe Panpsycast Philosophy PodcastEpisode 54, Why Buddhism is True with Robert Wright (Part I)Currently Visiting Professor of Science and Religion at Union Theological Seminary in the City of New York, Robert Wright’s work in journalism, psychology and philosophy has been deeply influential. Robert is the author of many best-selling books including ‘The Moral Animal: Why We Are the Way We Are: The New Science of Evolutionary Psychology’, ‘Nonzero: The Logic of Human Destiny’, ‘The Evolution of God’, and most recently, ‘Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment’. Our focus for this episode is Robert Wright’s latest book, Why Buddhism is True. In a word, Wright defends...2019-01-2748 minFixing Healthcare PodcastFixing Healthcare PodcastEpisode 2: Dr. Halee Fischer-Wright wants to unify all the healthcare playersThe Fixing Healthcare podcast is back with a new candidate for the highly coveted (and totally fictitious) job of “Leader of American Healthcare.” Dr. Halee Fischer-Wright is author the national bestseller Back to Balance: The Art, Science, and Business of Medicine, and president and CEO of Medical Group Management Association (MGMA), the premier membership association for professional administrators and leaders of medical group practices. Dr. Fischer-Wright brings a unique perspective to the role of fixing American medicine. As a former pediatrician, management consultant and chief medical officer, Dr. Fischer-Wright has seen the healthcare industry from prac...2018-09-0849 minHow to Stream Full Audiobook in Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern ReligionsHow to Stream Full Audiobook in Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern ReligionsAnalysis of Robert Wright's Why Buddhism Is True by Milkyway Media | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Analysis of Robert Wright's Why Buddhism Is True Author: Milkyway Media Narrator: Dwight Equitz Format: Unabridged Length: 21 mins Language: English Release date: 10-09-17 Publisher: Milkyway Media Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern Religions Summary: Note: This is an analysis of the book, not the original book. Robert Wright's Why Buddhism Is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment (2017) considers Buddhism through the lens of evolutionary psychology, a discipline that regards natural selection as the provenance of many mental traits. Focusing on his personal experience with mindfulness meditation...2017-10-0921 minNew Books in Big IdeasNew Books in Big IdeasRobert Wright, “Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment” (Simon and Schuster, 2017)All “true believers” believe their beliefs are true. This is particularly true of true religious believers: for Christians, Christianity is the true religion, for Jews, Judaism is the true religion, for for Muslims, Islam is the true religion. Few true believer, however, would make the claim that their religion is “scientifically true”; religion, after all, is a matter of faith, and faith and science are somewhat different things. But that’s the claim Robert Wright is making in his thought-provoking, well-reasoned, and thoroughly-researched book Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment (Simon and Schust...2017-08-2556 minNew Books in Spiritual Practice and MindfulnessNew Books in Spiritual Practice and MindfulnessRobert Wright, “Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment” (Simon and Schuster, 2017)All “true believers” believe their beliefs are true. This is particularly true of true religious believers: for Christians, Christianity is the true religion, for Jews, Judaism is the true religion, for for Muslims, Islam is the true religion. Few true believer, however, would make the claim that their religion is “scientifically true”; religion, after all, is a matter of faith, and faith and science are somewhat different things. But that’s the claim Robert Wright is making in his thought-provoking, well-reasoned, and thoroughly-researched book Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment (Simon and Schust...2017-08-2556 minNew Books in Buddhist StudiesNew Books in Buddhist StudiesRobert Wright, “Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment” (Simon and Schuster, 2017)All “true believers” believe their beliefs are true. This is particularly true of true religious believers: for Christians, Christianity is the true religion, for Jews, Judaism is the true religion, for for Muslims, Islam is the true religion. Few true believer, however, would make the claim that their religion is “scientifically true”; religion, after all, is a matter of faith, and faith and science are somewhat different things. But that’s the claim Robert Wright is making in his thought-provoking, well-reasoned, and thoroughly-researched book Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment (Simon and Schust...2017-08-2556 minHow to Stream Full Audiobook in Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern ReligionsHow to Stream Full Audiobook in Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern ReligionsWhy Buddhism Is True by Robert Wright | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Why Buddhism Is True Author: Robert Wright Narrator: Fred Sanders Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 08-08-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern Religions Summary: From one of America's greatest minds, a journey through psychology, philosophy, and lots of meditation to show how Buddhism holds the key to moral clarity and enduring happiness. Robert Wright famously explained in The Moral Animal how evolution shaped the human brain. The mind is designed to often delude us, he argued, about ourselves and about...2017-08-0810h 29Secular BuddhismSecular Buddhism46 - "Why Buddhism Is True" - A discussion with Robert WrightIn this podcast episode, I had the privilege of interviewing New York Times bestselling author Robert Wright about his newest book "Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment". Wright leads readers on a journey through psychology, philosophy, and a great many silent retreats to show how and why meditation can serve as the foundation for a spiritual life in a secular age. This podcast features the audio of the interview I had with Robert Wright. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-08-081h 00Secular BuddhismSecular Buddhism46 - "Why Buddhism Is True" - A discussion with Robert WrightIn this podcast episode, I had the privilege of interviewing New York Times bestselling author Robert Wright about his newest book "Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment". Wright leads readers on a journey through psychology, philosophy, and a great many silent retreats to show how and why meditation can serve as the foundation for a spiritual life in a secular age. This podcast features the audio of the interview I had with Robert Wright. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-08-081h 00Very Bad WizardsVery Bad WizardsClap Your Hand for Robert WrightSpecial guest Robert Wright joins the podcast to discuss his latest book "Why Buddhism is True." What is the Buddhist conception of not-self? When we become aware that the boundaries between us and the world are fluid, what is the “we” that arrives at this insight? Can daily meditation make you less of a dick? How does evolutionary psychology bear on these questions? Plus, Dave horrifies Tamler with his new hipster habit. Special Guest: Robert Wright. Support Very Bad Wizards Links: One-Hand Clapping Kōan [wikipedia.org] Robert Wright (journalist) - Wikip...2017-07-251h 47The Christian Transhumanist PodcastThe Christian Transhumanist PodcastEp 30: Robert Wright & the Purpose of EvolutionCan evolution have a purpose? Are we living in an alien zoo? Does the cosmos evolve? Why did Christianity emerge when it did? What is the direction of human society—and are we at a crisis point in history? Best-selling author Robert Wright explores all these questions and more.Robert Wright is a journalist, scholar, and prize-winning author of best-selling books about science, evolutionary psychology, history, religion, and game theory. Zero Sum and Non-Zero-Sum Games Example: the economy is a non-zero-sum game Both conflict and cooperation can lead to non-zero-sum games External zero-sum games can drive in...2017-03-1458 minTalking About Glaucoma (AAC)Talking About Glaucoma (AAC)Ep 26 Talking About Glaucoma - 29Jan2017: Wright Tx to Outcome Gap (AAC enhanced)[This AAC .m4a version has chapter markers and artwork embedded in the podcast to enhance the experience on devices/apps that support this, which includes most podcasting apps on iOS and Android devices. It is the preferred version for experiencing this podcast.] Tracy Wright, MD In this episode, I talk with Tracy Wright, now based at Kaiser Permanente in Washington DC. He was at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute at the University of Miami when we recorded this conversation. The implications immediately effected how I look at visual fields in my patients but I...2017-01-2909 minChecking the Gate PodcastChecking the Gate PodcastEpisode Forty: CalvaryHello faithful listeners! Sexual abuse in the church is a serious issue which continues to persist. There are no easy resolutions.  Even so, it seems as if the church is slow to satisfactorily work towards ending these despicable crimes, slow in punishing those who perpetrate them, and also in preventing them from happening in the future.  This month’s film, Calvary, shines a light into the dark heart of this problem.  While this movie focuses on a negative event that the Catholic Church is dealing with right now, our TV Corner looks at the positive aspects of a prominent Catho...2015-10-011h 10Theology, Philosophy, and Religion from the BarrelTheology, Philosophy, and Religion from the BarrelRobert Wright on The Evolution of God #BarrelAgedThis barrel aged episode is one of my favorites from 2009. Not only am I a Robert Wright fan but his book we discuss, The Evolution of God, is one of my favorites. I hope you enjoy this throw back episode and my thicker southern accent. Robert Wright is Visiting Professor of Science and Religion at Union Theological Seminary in the City of New York.  He is the author, most recently, of The Evolution of God,which was a New York Times bestseller and a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. His other books include The Moral Animal: Evolutionary Psych...2015-09-051h 07Checking the Gate PodcastChecking the Gate PodcastFellow Christians—Please Burn Your Protest Signs! A response to SDCC protestingBy Robert Wright-Stasko San Diego Comic Con 2015 is right around the corner.  I am expecting that this year, just like the last several years, there will be some Christians with poorly thought out slogans slapped onto protest signs, with big bullhorns causing brouhaha for comic book fans, cosplayers, and anyone else at the convention trying to have an enjoyable week.  I question these protesters; is this the most effective way to get your message across? More to the point, is cosplaying and other such activities even worth protesting? This blog post will answer these questions. In the pr...2015-07-0531 minUrbanism SpeakeasyUrbanism SpeakeasyWhen bicycling makes you invisible to motorists, with Robert WrightThe Invisible Visible Man Robert Wright is the U.S. industry correspondent for the Financial Times. A journalist! He wasn’t trained to be a road designer or a pro-bike lobbyist. So why feature him on Urbanism Speakeasy? I think the best way to answer that question is in Robert’s own words. Here’s a quote from his […] The post When bicycling makes you invisible to motorists, with Robert Wright appeared first on Urbanism Speakeasy.2015-01-2721 minFree Forum with Terrence McNallyFree Forum with Terrence McNallyFree Forum Q&A - ROBERT WRIGHT, author, THE MORAL ANIMAL and NON-ZERO We talk about THE EVOLUTION OF GOD.Originally aired 08-04-2009As we celebrate the holidays - religious, cultural, and annual - we're paying more attention than usual to our relationship to God at the same time that winter and the new year call us to reflect and look forward. I want to share with you this interview I recorded June 5, 2009, with ROBERT WRIGHT. That week THE EVOLUTION OF GOD, no light read, was the #8 New York Times bestseller and he was all over the media, including a feature on Bill Moyers Journal. Robert Wright takes on big questions, and in THE EVOLUTION OF GOD...2014-12-3159 minChecking the Gate PodcastChecking the Gate PodcastEpisode Thirty Seven: Retro Episode-Oh God! and Highway to HeavenSeason Greetings! We hope you are all well this Christmas Eve. This episode has been delayed not because of poor health of your hosts (which has happened in the past), but because of the failing health of the laptop used to produce this podcast.  The issues seem to have been resolved, and so you get this present from Mike and Robert so you can listen to us express our opinions as you are on your way to various worship services and family get-togethers. 'Longmire' Lives, Fans Rejoice As Netflix Signs Season Four Return ...2014-12-2451 minChecking the Gate PodcastChecking the Gate PodcastThree Reasons Why You Should Not See the Christploitation Film "Left Behind"As most people do, I receive a lot of spam in my email.  One day, while attempting to clean out my inbox, I ran across this advertisement from New Release Tuesday, a Christian music website.  As soon as I saw this it made me very angry.  There is a lot a bad sentiment implied here; it is also misleading, and exploitative.  A little harsh, you say? I shall explain why I think this is an exploitative film and why you should not go see Left Behind with Nicolas Cage. First, I shall describe the bad sentiment behind this ad. 2014-10-3121 minChecking the Gate PodcastChecking the Gate PodcastEpisode Thirty-Four: FrozenHello, faithful listeners! This episode is coming to you on the eve of my (Robert's) very first short term mission trip, a week in Costa Rica spreading the good news of Jesus.  While I am there, Mike and I hope you enjoy our discussion on Disney's Frozen and ABC's "Resurrection."  When I get back I'll update this post with all of the links and cool stuff that came up during our talk.  In the meantime, our next episode will be another double feature: Rapture-palooza and This is the End. We will come back at you in July with our thoughts on la...2014-06-2835 minChecking the Gate PodcastChecking the Gate PodcastEpisode Thirty-Three: NoahGreetings! SPOILER ALERT! If you have not seen the movie Noah starring Russel Crowe, be warned that this podcast contains many plot spoilers.  But as the plot points in this movie were all by the book cliches, they will come as no surprise to you, even if you have not seen the film.  In fact, don't go to see this movie; it's not very good.  Just listen to Robert and Mike relate to you their experience of watching this movie, and count yourself lucky that you did not waste your money at the theater.  If you think we are being to ha...2014-04-2745 min