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GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast211. Special Episode | Spiritual Insights from 2024: Best of the Life Wisdom ProjectQuestions? Comments? Text Us!Celebrate the Best of 2024’s Life Wisdom Project! As we close out the year, join us for a captivating journey through the most inspiring moments of the Life Wisdom Project. This special episode highlights profound conversations with our esteemed guests, including philosophers, spiritual seekers, and scholars, who unpack the deeper meanings of God’s messages and their impact on daily life.Explore topics like balancing self-worth and ego with Dr. Jonathan Weidenbaum, understanding divine awareness with Judy Dornstreich, and harnessing the transformative power of the "evil urge" with Dr. Mich...
2024-12-2640 minGOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast203. What's On Our Mind- Finding Harmony in Change: Reflections on Divine Wisdom and Life’s RolesQuestions? Comments? Text Us!Episode 203 celebrates a milestone of 200 episodes in God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, transforming a simple project into an exploration of life, spirituality, and human connection. With insights from Jerry L. Martin and Scott Langdon, this episode reflects on how God: An Autobiography has deeply impacted listeners, delving into themes of divine harmony, human choice, and personal growth.The episode revisits Episode 21, discussing the I Ching and early Chinese philosophy, with guest Jonathan Weidenbaum adding valuable insights. Through the analogy of acting, life’s duality is explored—revealing how repetition and freshness shap...
2024-10-3145 minGOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast201. The Life Wisdom Project | The I Ching and God’s Guidance: Balancing Taoist Harmony, Confucian Action, and Ethics of Care | Special Guest: Dr. Jonathan WeidenbaumQuestions? Comments? Text Us!In this episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, we return to the Life Wisdom Project with a profound exploration of spiritual guidance, featuring Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Professor Dr. Jonathan Weidenbaum. Together, they explore the wisdom of the I Ching, an ancient Chinese text offering insight into life's 64 fundamental situations and its role in God’s interactions with early Chinese seekers.The conversation highlights how Taoist and Confucian philosophies—balancing harmony, passive acceptance, and active engagement—provide a richer understanding of how to live in alignment with the cosmos. Dr. Ma...
2024-10-1737 minGOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast198. What's On Our Mind- Awakening to the Aesthetic: Prayer and Cosmic ConnectionQuestions? Comments? Text Us!Curious how aligning your desires with a higher will can transform your spiritual practice? In this What's On Our Mind, Scott and Jerry explore God-centered prayer, intention, and spiritual growth, contrast spontaneous and memorized prayers, and explore ancient Chinese spiritual traditions, offering practical insights to deepen your connection with the divine.Follow along with future episodes and get your copy of God: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher here. Get the newest book, Two Philosophers Wrestle with God- A Dialogue here.Relevant Episodes:[What's On...
2024-09-2643 minGOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast195. The Life Wisdom Project | Aesthetics and Philosophy in Chinese Spirituality | Special Guest: Dr. Jonathan WeidenbaumQuestions? Comments? Text Us!In this episode of The Life Wisdom Project, philosopher Dr. Jonathan Weidenbaum joins Jerry to explore the fascinating world of Chinese spirituality and its connections to Western philosophy. Jonathan shares his transformative journey to Mount Jiuhua, one of China's sacred mountains, offering insights into how nature and spirituality are deeply intertwined in Chinese thought.The discussion bridges Eastern and Western philosophies, including Heidegger's idea of Gelassenheit (letting go) and Buber's concepts of I/It vs. I/Thou relationships. These ideas are unpacked to reveal how they shape our understanding of desire...
2024-09-0531 minGOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast177. What's On Our Mind- Beyond Belief: Exploring God and the Human JourneyQuestions? Comments? Text Us!It's your story. Why not take a moment to travel a scenic and quiet path of spiritual exploration with hosts Jerry L. Martin and Scott Langdon? Join this discussion of divine communication and the transformative power of divine love and reflect on the relationship between faith and identity. Connect with God, share your story, and explore more of God's story with openness and curiosity in a conversation that will inspire your spiritual journey.Relevant Episodes:[What's On Your Mind] Adolescent Journeys: Finding Identity and Faith | The...
2024-05-0230 minGOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast175. The Life Wisdom Project | Exploring Divine Creation: Beyond Philosophy| Special Guest Dr. Jonathan WeidenbaumQuestions? Comments? Text Us!In this episode of The Life Wisdom Project, join host Scott Langdon and Dr. Jerry L. Martin alongside special guest Dr. Jonathan Weidenbaum as they explore the vivid drama and insights from God Takes Me Back To The Beginning Of Everything. From exploring the divine creation and personal revelation to unraveling the meaning of existence and the essence of personhood, this episode takes listeners on a thought-provoking journey through the depths of spirituality and philosophy.Discover the beauty of aesthetic flow in creation, the evolution of relationships, and the...
2024-04-1844 minGOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast174. Special Episode | Revisiting God Takes Me Back To The Beginning Of EverythingQuestions? Comments? Text Us!In this special episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, we revisit God Takes Me Back To The Beginning Of Everything. Join this exploration of cosmic origins as Jerry recounts a profound experience of being guided by the voice of God back to the dawn of creation. As Jerry attempts to comprehend the unfathomable concept of Nothingness, God's narrative unfolds, revealing insights into the emergence of consciousness, the joy of creation, and the longing for companionship. Hear God's perspective, exploring themes of loneliness, delight, and the ultimate creation of humankind.
2024-04-1117 minGOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast162. What's On Our Mind- Embracing the Drama of Life: Reflections on Suffering and the Inconvenient GodQuestions? Comments? Text Us!In a special episode of What's On Our Mind, Scott Langdon and Dr. Jerry L. Martin reflect on suffering and divine perspectives. Revisiting Jonathan Weidenbaum's rejection of nihilism after a year of loss, they discuss unconventional responses to suffering and the search for meaning.The hosts explore the ineffable nature of the divine, emphasizing the interconnectedness between playing a character and our relationship with God. The conversation touches on free will, the nature of evil, and the challenges of understanding God's role in our lives.Jerry revisits an Inconvenient...
2024-01-1828 minGOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast160. The Life Wisdom Project | Spiritual Resilience: Navigating Loss and Finding Meaning | Special Guest: Dr. Jonathan WeidenbaumQuestions? Comments? Text Us!In this profound episode of God: An Autobiography, The Podcast, join host Scott Langdon and join the transformative conversation between Dr. Jerry L. Martin and returning special guest Dr. Jonathan Weidenbaum. After hearing from Jonathan about living truthfully, explore this new discussion that unfolds the essence of wisdom- a journey through life that teaches us to discern what truly matters. Meet Dr. Jonathan Weidenbaum, who teaches courses in philosophy, world religions, ethics, and bioethics at Berkeley College in NYC and St John’s University in Queens. He writes and publishes in th...
2024-01-0443 min
Seekers of UnityMysticism Debated: Pluralism vs PerennialismThe Perennial Philosophy, or Perennialism for short, claims that the depth traditions found within the major world religions all converge upon the same metaphysical vision - namely, the identification of our deepest selves with a divine, transcendental ground. Popularized by Aldous Huxley in his 1945 The Perennial Philosophy it has a natural appeal to many thinking, spiritually inclined individuals - including those who have never explicitly heard of it. - Jon
In this debate Jonathan will critique the perennial philosophy; Zevi will defend it.
Jonathan Weidenbaum is a professor of philosophy and world religions at Berkeley...
2023-01-151h 34GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast109. What’s On Our Mind- Bringing God Into The New YearQuestions? Comments? Text Us!Dr. Jerry L. Martin and Scott Langdon share a conversation making sense of God and religion through experience and philosophy in a retrospective glance back through the past year. Projects like the Life Wisdom Project, and Theology Without Walls, a cooperative, constructive, trans-religious theological project, will be making waves in the new year! Have you ever wondered: What does God sound like? Does God speak English? Why does God answer some prayers and not others? Why is there evil? If God is perfect, why is this an imperfect world? -S...
2023-01-1239 minGOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast107. The Life Wisdom Project | The Encounter With Novelty And Living Truthfully | Special Guest: Dr. Jonathan WeidenbaumQuestions? Comments? Text Us!How can we live better, healthier, happier, and wiser lives? The Life Wisdom Project explores lessons and insight from each chapter of God: An Autobiography, As Told To A Philosopher and the takeaways for everyday living. Meet Dr. Jonathan Weidenbaum, who teaches courses in philosophy, world religions, ethics, and bioethics at Berkeley College in NYC and St John’s University in Queens. He writes and publishes in the philosophy of religion and the philosophy of humor, among other topics. This philosophical and spiritual conversation between friends will pro...
2022-12-2939 minGOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast106. Special Episode | Revisiting I Ask God About The Beliefs I Grew Up WithQuestions? Comments? Text Us!New Spiritual Podcast Series | The Life Wisdom ProjectJerry wonders if he is living a life of truth and proposes to Abigail. Abigail gives a surprising but thoughtful response. Will God be present at their wedding?God and Jerry have a deep conversation about Christianity, Jesus, Jews, and the covenant. Jerry asks God difficult questions and receives unsettling answers, and he struggles to share these answers with his Jewish wife, Abigail.In next week's Life Wisdom Project episode, meet Dr. Jonathan W...
2022-12-2214 min
Being Home With HunkerBeing Home With a Lifestyle Game Designer (Jill Wilson)On the Being Home With Hunker podcast host @laurie.gunning.grossman talks with Robin Games founder and CEO Jill Wilson.If you’re wondering about the connection between mobile gaming and home design and decor, Robin Games focuses on new genre of mobile gaming called Lifestyle Gaming — beginning with their debut of PLAYHOUSE, an interior design-focused mobile game. Basically, you’re stepping into a moodboard where you get to design spaces with beautiful art and decor. Lifestylist enthusiasts, this is a game for you. And if you don’t think of yourself as a gamer, J...
2022-09-1929 minBeing Home With HunkerBeing Home With Everhem Founder & Window Treatments Expert (Haley Weidenbaum)Haley Weidenbaum is an interior designer and co-founder of Everhem, a company that creates customized window treatments.In this conversation, Haley shares how she started Everhem with her husband, Adam, after an aha moment that led her to realize she wanted to put all her focus on designing for just one part of the home: window treatments. As she says, it’s this part of the design process that’s often an afterthought.And though her focus is on her business, Haley says that interior design is still at her...
2022-04-1832 min
TW Blitz - Lightning Fast TriviaGarr vs Veraa vs WeidenbaumIn this final game of the first round of our current wave, we've got Layla Garr, Emily Veraa, and Greg Weidenbaum. Listen in, play along, and find out who will be coming back next week for the wave championship!
2022-03-1705 min