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For the CuriousEpisode 8 - Tesla, Big Oil & Gas, and Our FutureTalking the Electric Vehicle revolution with Tesla at the forefront, stock prices, and progressing toward a better future...with a dash of politics talk thrown in. Featuring brand new logo art from Rachel Gelmis! IG: @rachelgelmis
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Watch this episode on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m26hxC5RAPs&t=1s2020-10-0323 min
Points of IntersectionEp. 18 - Sufficient Reason, et al. with Eli KunischSpeaking with Eli Kunisch about Sufficient Reason - At what point do we start to believe a proposition? How much evidence do we need in order to change our stance?
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For the CuriousEpisode 7 - The Roots of Racial Prejudice, Obama's Legacy Pt. 2Part 2 of looking at Obama's impact on U.S. race relations. In light of recent circumstances, an analyis of the whole history of US race relations is done. This sets the perspective for looking at Obama's actual time in office, in Part 3.
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Works Cited:
13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution: Abolition of Slavery. (2016, September 8). In National Archives. Retrieved from https://www.archives.gov/historical-docs/13th- amendment.
BBC News. (2020, August 17). US Postal Service row: What is it about?. In BBC News. Retrieved from https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-53809955.
DuVernay, A. (Director). Averick, S., & DuVernay, A. (Wri...2020-08-2113 min
For the CuriousEpisode 6 - President Obama and U.S. Race Relations, Pt. 1Looking at how the life and presidency of Barack Obama affects United States race relations today. In this first part, we go way back to the early stages of his life and see what shaped him.
Watch this episode on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4kIBA6JvVxg&t=17s
Works Cited:
Douglass, F. (1845). Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave, Written by Himself (2001th ed.). Bloomsbury, London: Yale University Press.
Haley, A., & X, M. (1964). The Autobiography of Malcolm X: As Told to Alex Haley (1992th ed.). New York, NY: Ballantine Publishing Group.
Hehir, J. (Director). J...2020-07-2022 min
For the CuriousEpisode 5 - A Brief History of PhysicsA brief, highlights-version history of physics, as told by a non-scientist. Why? Because we'd all be better off knowing a little physics, and its implications for our everyday lives.
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Works cited: Lees, J. (2017). Physics in 50 Milestones: A Timeline of Scientific Landmarks. New York, NY: Metro Books.2020-06-2432 minPoints of IntersectionEp. 17 - on Fyodor Dostoevsky, with Eli KunischDiscussing the life and work of legendary Russian author Fyodor Dostoevsky with my consistent guest, Eli Kunisch. Deep-diving into our thoughts on the man and his perspective on what it means to be human. We also discuss the work of commentator Sam Harris, the notoriety of Jeffrey Epstein, and other relatables, down the rabbit hole.
This episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBpRNFtF2wU
Original Dostoevsky episode on The Weekly Intellectual: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4b1sSPDcNJC222SSI2ikYn?si=7p3CsGEHTDSVgsD-u8TO5w2020-06-201h 06
Points of IntersectionEp. 16 - Jesus and His Followers with Abby KunischMy beautiful wife and I respond to the Weekly Intellectual episode about Jesus. We discuss Jesus in the time of Covid, idealism in the time of non-ideals, and Christ-followers through time up until today.
You can find the original Weekly Intellectual episode on Jesus here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3IY7JuD7YsXGkwIgK3ozHc?si=Wl85cIJRTj6j7oy82HNfgA2020-06-071h 00
For the CuriousEpisode 4 - Fyodor Dostoevsky's LiteratureThe wildly nuanced and complex life and work of Russian novelist Fyodor Dostoevsky. Focuses on his main works, and how his life and big questions influenced them.
Works Cited (in order of mention):
Nietzsche, F. (1888). Twilight of the Idols. As found on p. 715 of the Barnes & Noble Classics ed. of Brothers Karamazov by F. Dostoevsky (2004).
Notable Biographies. (n.d.). Fyoder Dostoevsky Biography. Retrieved from https://www.notablebiographies.com/De-Du/Dostoevsky-Fyodor.html
Grossman, J. D. (1988, January 10). Who Killed Fyodor's Father? Fyodor Dostoevsky A Writer's Life. In Los Angeles Times. Retrieved from https://w...2020-05-2024 min
For the CuriousEpisode 3 - A Big Picture Look at JesusA historical, psychological, and philosophical look at the person of Jesus.
Works Cited (in order of mention):
Kreeft, P. (1987). Socrates Meets Jesus: History's Greatest Questioner Confronts the Claims of Christ. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press.
West, S. Philosophize This! [Podcast]. Retrieved from http://philosophizethis.org/
Locke, J. (1689). An Essay Concerning Human Understanding
Mikovitz, J. (Actor). (2020). Plandemic [Online video].
Pinker, S. (2011). The Better Angels of Our Nature: Why Violence Has Declined. New York, NY: The Penguin Group.
More, T. (1516). Utopia.
Harris, S...2020-05-1325 min
Points of IntersectionEp. 15 - Talking Nietzsche with Eli KunischA follow-up conversation, following the recent episode on Nietzsche in The Weekly Intellectual. Eli and I go deeper into the man's work, aim, and place in history. Original episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7yZBh9a0rJU0zdcVK6Qq0S?si=Ge6_1vdIRqyL7v67szRXrg2020-05-1048 min
For the CuriousEpisode 2 - The Philosophy of Friedrich NietzscheFriedrich Nietzsche, controversial late-19th century philosopher who claimed "God is dead...and we've killed him," might have more to him than you've heard. What the heck is a philologist, you ask? Find out in this episode! Featuring a special music accompaniment.
Want more Nietzsche talk? After this episode, check out my follow-up discussion with brother and friend, Eli Kunisch: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5HUm4P8mhfVDtKtOFD2ulA?si=40IJma9cSR67hOoGqcdh5w
Works Cited (in order of mention):
Nietzsche, F. (1882, 1887). The Gay Science (Walter Kauffman e...2020-05-0528 min
For the CuriousEpisode 1 - Alan TuringA look at the life of British mathematician Alan Turing. From relative obscurity at the end of his life, to worldwide recognition for his work in logic, mathematics, and computing, today; the man Alan Turing is certainly something of a historical enigma.
Works Cited:
Armstrong, K. (2009). The Case for God. New York, NY: Alfred A. Knopf.
Boyle, D. (Director). Fassbender, M. (Actor). (2015). Steve Jobs [Motion picture].
Hodges, A. (1983). Alan Turing: The Enigma. Princeton, NJ: Princeton University Press.
Pinker, S. (2011). The Better Angels of Our Nature: Why Vi...2020-04-2847 min
Points of IntersectionEp. 14 - Free Will or Determinism? Pt. 1 of "Compatibilism"Have you thought deeply about the distinction between Free Will and what might be called Determinism, Predestination, or simply Destiny? Eli and I deep-dive into this topic in Part 1 of a Compatibilism series.
In it, we discuss the thought of Sam Harris, Steven Pinker, Robert Sapolsky, Jordan Peterson, Friedrich Nietzsche, David Hume, and John Calvin. We look at Free Will and Predestination in the biblical narrative, as well as the Free Will-Determinism dichotomy of modern science. 2020-03-201h 20
Points of IntersectionEp. 13 - Humility and Whole-Picture-ismMy first solo episode (without a guest), where I rant for 30 minutes about things that have been on my mind. Eventually it all leads to Whole-Picture-ism and why that is necessary in today's world. Humility is a focus point as well, and I discuss how both concepts fit into my vision for an upcoming book.2020-02-2830 min
Points of IntersectionINTERMISSION - A Tribute to KobeDakota Patton joins me to discuss the life, impact, and legacy of Kobe Bean Bryant, in our lives and around the globe. RIP to him, Gigi, and all those lost in the helicopter crash on Sunday.
Photo credit to Walter Iooss. 2020-01-2853 minPoints of IntersectionEp. 12 - Deontology v. Utilitarianism, Trolley-Car Problems, etc.Eli Kunisch joins me to discuss the philosophical distinction/dichotomy between Deontology and Utilitarianism. We branch off (and rabbit-hole) from there! 2020-01-271h 15Points of IntersectionEp. 11 - On the Utility of Religious and Anti-Religious ThoughtMy good friend and older brother Eli Kunisch joins me once again in this first episode of Season 2. We discuss New Atheist thought a la Sam Harris and Richard Dawkins, and weigh the usefulness of their approaches. Jordan Peterson, CS Lewis, and others find their place in this conversation on "the other side." Your own contribution is very welcome.2020-01-091h 21Points of IntersectionSeason 2 TrailerTrailer for Season 2 of Points of Intersection.
Season 2 coming very, very soon!2020-01-0506 min
Points of IntersectionEp. 10 - What Matters Now - abortion and Christianity, Destiny, & pending impeachmentCan you be Christian and Pro-Choice? Does God have a plan, and if so, is that the only possible plan? What is it like living in a country with its leader on the edge of impeachment? The wifey, Cameron Nash, and I discuss these topics and more in this latest episode, the last of Season 1.2019-12-221h 10
Points of IntersectionEp. 9 - F&NSD, a Relient K analysis Pt. 2Part 2 of Eli, Kati, and I's discussion of Forget and Not Slow Down. The second half of the album is analyzed track-by-track; included are rabbit holes on high school experiences, friendships, lust, and Narnia.
*I do not own this music, and any views expressed in this podcast are not associated with Relient K, its members, or any record company. Show notes: https://jonahkunisch.com/points-of-intersection-show-notes/2019-12-081h 38
Points of IntersectionEp. 8 - F&NSD, a Relient K analysis Pt. 1I sit down with my older brother Eli and sister Kati to discuss Forget and Not Slow Down, an album we've appreciated since its debut ten years ago. In this episode, we go track-by-track for the first half of the album.
*I do not own this music, and any views expressed in this podcast are not associated with Relient K, its members, or any record company. Show notes: https://jonahkunisch.com/points-of-intersection-show-notes/2019-12-051h 09
Points of IntersectionEp. 7 - Jared & Jonah - the real story behind The Shack, future parenting, and the history of Christianity in AmericaMy small group leader from DC days, Jared Cummings, chats with me cross-country about DC lifestyle (and Colorado and California lifestyle), his father's writing career, and parenting. Later, we get into the history of Christianity in America, and the true beliefs of our Founding Fathers. This one's got it all! Show notes: https://jonahkunisch.com/points-of-intersection-show-notes/2019-11-251h 18
Points of IntersectionEp. 6 - Back At It Again - story, black culture, and NBA talk w/ Dakota PattonMy best man Dakota sits down with me to discuss his background in Kansas and Colorado, life's hurdles, and coping through basketball. Then, we talk about black culture, racial biases implicit and explicit, and I get a long-awaited chance to talk NBA. All those episodes of the Bill SImmons show finally pay off for me...and we get Dakota's on-the-record pick for the 2020 NBA Champion. Our conversation goes very smoothly, so I decided to cut nothing from it. Thus, this is the first episode of Points of Intersection: Raw and Unedited. This is also the first Explicit episode, as a...2019-11-061h 58
Points of IntersectionEp. 5 - Cam the Man - NM & CO, engineering, and big questions of faithI get Cameron Nash's background, then he does a podcast host-takeover and starts asking me questions. We delve into deep matters of faith, mental health, politics and their place in religious practice, and the future of the Christian church. Show notes: https://jonahkunisch.com/points-of-intersection-show-notes/2019-11-041h 13
Points of IntersectionEp. 4 - Aben Tryin' to Tell Ya - language, culture, adoption, and fight songs w/ Aben MillerMy old pal Aben Miller chats with me over the phone from Phoenix, AZ about our recent New Mexico experiences, and his experiences before then. He has a unique and compelling story, one that I think everyone should hear. We scratch the surface here, but I hope it is one of many conversations we will have, the next one being when he comes to visit Colorado (hint, hint Aben). We also discuss language acquisition, US-Mexico relations, and responsibilities of a citizen. *This episode contains a semi-explitive and we discuss some adult topics. Show notes: https://jonahkunisch.com/points-of-intersection-show-notes/2019-11-011h 04
Points of IntersectionEp. 3 - The Kids' Table - Colorado roots, faith, Kanye, and toe tatsMicah and Gabby Hartmann, sisters to each other and cousins to me, join Abby and I to talk about a wide range of topics. Most of these center on faith in this particular episode. We discuss the recent Kanye West developments, growing up in general and particularly in Colorado and Iowa, and tattoos. SPOILER: Abby has one on her right big toe. Listen to learn more juicy details. Show notes: https://jonahkunisch.com/points-of-intersection-show-notes/2019-10-291h 22
Points of IntersectionEp. 2 - Wife Makes Right - race relations, family background, & recent Washington DC experiencesMy wife, Abby Kunisch, sits down with me for the first episode of the brand new podcast! She gives her perspective (and I mix in a little bit of mine) on our recent trip to a CCDA Conference, discussions on race relations, and our background on getting married this last February. Show notes: https://jonahkunisch.com/points-of-intersection-show-notes/2019-10-241h 00
Points of IntersectionEp. 1- NCC Protege - with Joel Buckner, Protege Director and Worship LeaderBack in February, I sat down with Joel Buckner, director of the Protege program that I was a part of for a year. It's with National Community Church in Washington, DC, and we discuss that program, DC life, and Joel's vision for current and future work.
Show Notes: https://jonahkunisch.com/points-of-intersection-show-notes/2019-10-2036 min