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The Economics of Everyday Things83. Game Show WinningsHow do TV producers decide how much money to give away? A little psychology and a lot of math. Zachary Crockett phones a friend. SOURCES:Bowen Kerins, math teacher and former contestant on Who Wants to Be A Millionaire.Arthur Smith, CEO of A. Smith & Co. Productions and author of "Reach: Hard Lessons and Learned Truths from a Lifetime in Television."Aaron Solomon, television producer. RESOURCES:"‘The Price Is Right’ Celebrates 10,000 Episodes With Extra Big Wins for Contestants That Top Off at $100,000!" by Rosemary Rossi (Variety, 2025)."Why haven’t more game show prizes been adjusted...2025-03-1019 min
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Bloom in CrisisDOs & DON'Ts in job interviews + WAYS to get the job // Fordham University x Zip Nguyen & Alex Reyes❓ “Since you were still trying to figure out a lot about yourself, especially when you were a student, how did you market yourself to companies during interviews?”💡 If you want to know how to “sell yourself” effectively in job interviews, don’t skip this episode in which our CQO Zip Nguyen shares her own experiences and provides specific real-life examples of good vs. bad interviews. She is also joined by some of her past and present team members, whom she has hired at both BBC Studios and Bloom in Crisis. Watch to learn more about the diverse backgrounds of...2024-07-2927 min
Bloom in CrisisHow to find out what job you want to have // Fordham University x Zip Nguyen & Zachary Adelmann❓ "At what point in your academic or post-academic career did you figure out the specific field you wanted to pursue or the job you wanted to have?"💡 If you're unsure about what job to apply for, which direction to take in your career, or even what major to study in school, make sure to watch our new YouTube video!This June marks the one-year anniversary since my dear partner-in-crime at work, Zachary Adelmann, joined my team 🎉 Soo... I wanted to make him blush a little by shining a spotlight on this rare, wonderful young man 😎 From st...2024-07-0108 min
LARVOL Onco Data PodcastLARVOL Onco Data Podcast | Cadence Communications & Research | Pre-ASCO | E.13🎙️ LARVOL ONCO DATA Podcast: Pre-ASCO Insights with Mark Gramling, Linh Nguyen, Sugata Biswas, and Zachary Moore Get ready for another episode of LARVOL ONCO DATA Podcast as we dive into pre-American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) insights. Join our hosts, Mark Gramling and Linh Nguyen, along with guests Sugata Biswas, Founder at Cadence Communications & Research, and Zachary Moore, for a dynamic discussion. 🌐 Previewing ASCO: Explore the advancements, trends, and topics in oncology as we preview the upcoming ASCO conference, one of the largest gatherings of oncology professionals worldwide. 💡 Expert Perspectives: Gain insights from our panelists as they share their expertise...2024-06-0517 min
The K12 Tech PodcastEpisode 31: Professional Learning -Blending Tech and Teaching with Lana NguyenIn this engaging episode of The K12 Tech Podcast, host Zachary Marvel is joined by Lana Nguyen, Director of EdTech at Capistrano Unified in Orange County. Lana shares her inspiring journey and deep dive into professional learning, highlighting how it's revolutionizing teacher development and student engagement in today's tech-driven classrooms. From her experiences in integrating technology across diverse educational landscapes to embracing AI's emerging role, Lana offers invaluable insights. This episode is a must-listen for educators and tech enthusiasts eager to understand the transformative power of professional learning in education technology. Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on empowering...2024-01-1732 minThe K12 Tech PodcastEpisode 31: Professional Learning -Blending Tech and Teaching with Lana NguyenIn this engaging episode of The K12 Tech Podcast, host Zachary Marvel is joined by Lana Nguyen, Director of EdTech at Capistrano Unified in Orange County. Lana shares her inspiring journey and deep dive into professional learning, highlighting how it's revolutionizing teacher development and student engagement in today's tech-driven classrooms. From her experiences in integrating technology across diverse educational landscapes to embracing AI's emerging role, Lana offers invaluable insights. This episode is a must-listen for educators and tech enthusiasts eager to understand the transformative power of professional learning in education technology. Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on empowering...2024-01-1732 min
Bigger Than CapesLittle MonstersThis week we're discussing the first volume of Little Monsters by Jeff Lemire and Dustin Nguyen from Image Comics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-111h 03
Porch and Parish The PodcastBusiness, Branding and Marketing with Kenny Nguyen, CEO of ThreeSixtyEight MediaSend us a textThe Porch & Parish crew welcomes Kenny Nguyen, CEO and Co-Founder of ThreeSixtyEight Media, to the podcast booth. Kenny gives us advice on building a brand, putting together the right team and the role of marketing in creating an uncommon future for the city of Zachary. This episode is sure to get you thinking! Questions, comments or episode ideas? Email Bre@porchandparish.com. Learn more about the Community Partners in today's episode here:CrossFit Zachary Fun Time Pools Landmark BankThe Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and pro...2022-08-2932 min
ICEBAREP 26 Roe vs WadeListen to the strong opinions of what the Icebar podcasts has to say.2022-07-0645 min
ICEBAREP 25 Rated-RIf you are a family member... please don't listen to the first 10 mins.2022-06-2354 minICEBAREP 24 She's a ten but...The Scooby Gang discusses red flags and talks about past experiences. Carapia is still "gay". 2022-06-1645 minICEBAREP 23 Educated by a Robot manAfter a 2 week break there is a lot to learn.2022-06-0843 minICEBAREP 22 Mr. Steal Your GirlZachary Scott goes from "ill have her home by 9" to "She's going home with me"2022-05-2558 minICEBAREP 21 "It tastes like blue"Listen to the newest news from the ICEBAR podcast... Random shit...2022-05-181h 03ICEBAREP 20 Zachary Scott DM'S who?listen to the most recent stories with the ICEBAR podcast.
Icebar dives in on future trips, Scotts miracle, and Cruise ships.
If your also listen to this episode you must name your first child "icebar"2022-05-111h 00ICEBAREP 19 Is 5 seconds a long time?ICEBAR talks recent travels coming soon, and has a new segment.2022-05-0556 minICEBAREP 18 Don't be a Faecal MatterDive into some recent news, and things going on with the ICEBAR podcast.
ICEBAR stickers are selling for only 3$ make sure to buy a sticker to support one of the best podcasts.2022-04-2758 minICEBAREP 17 What are the odds?ICEBAR is trying out a new 30 minute episode let us know if you would rather have an hour or 30 minutes!2022-04-2032 minICEBAREP 16 The Salad GuysListen to hear about PET PEEVES our newest gym experience. 2022-04-1357 minICEBAREP 15 "Show us the Left"With the welcome back of Ivette she gives us a run down of her time back in the states, while fighting the urge to get cuffed.2022-04-051h 02ICEBAREP 14 Scotty gets finished offSpecial guest Kristian Walker come on and discusses the
- March madness of the Greatest Movies of All Time (Bracket Fights)
- Worst Date/Tinder Experiences. 2022-03-301h 15ICEBAREP 13 Michael Mckenna can't control himself?This is the first podcast with out Co-Host Ivette... Don't worry we bring on another special guest.2022-03-2252 minICEBAREP 12 Ivette gets PEPPEREDICEBAR is taking over. 2022-03-171h 04ICEBAREP 11 We take a trip to Bi-amiIcebar takes back old ground in the gym.2022-03-081h 07ICEBAREP 10 TC has EDTC special guest is a firefighter and get into his worst sex story.2022-03-011h 23ICEBAREP 9 Keyshawn's Happy EndingWhat a average weekend in Prague is like.2022-02-2258 minICEBAREP 8 Zaq Nguyen's a BULLYSuper Bowl Sunday and the latest Kanye drama.2022-02-1555 minICEBAREP 7 Ivette goes back into the closet...Ivette tells us some SHOCKING news.2022-02-091h 04ICEBAREP 6 RED FLAGSEveryone has red flags... 🚩 but what are the hosts of this podcasts 🚩 2022-02-0156 minICEBAREP 5 We got the covidAfter 2 years of dodging covid... we got it.2022-01-261h 11ICEBAREP 4 ELLIOTT ITS NOT CAUSE YOUR GAY...Listen to Elliott's brave story.2022-01-181h 00
The Support Automation ShowKnowledge Management, Graphs, and AI with Zachary R Wahl, Chief Executive Officer at Enterprise KnowledgeIn this episode of The Support Automation Show, a podcast by Capacity, Justin Schmidt is joined by Zachary R Wahl, Chief Executive Officer at Enterprise Knowledge. They uncover the role of knowledge management and knowledge graphs for organizations, the impact of AI on knowledge management transformation, and how companies can successfully apply these tools to leverage their business.Learn more about Zach and EK:Zach's LinkedInEnterprise Knowledge LinkedInEnterprise Knowledge WebsiteOther Resources:Making Knowledge Management ClickableIf you enjoyed this episode then please either:Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifyThe Support...2022-01-1338 minICEBAREP 3 Would you buy 1000$ glasses?We are going meta.2022-01-1158 min
ICEBAREP 2 She Tweeted 3 Days Before She DiedNew Year, New Us2022-01-041h 03
ICEBAREP 1 The RestartWith two new members this podcast is three times better and off to a great start.2021-12-281h 40
The Fire You Carry052: Viet Nguyen, From A Family Of Vietnamese Refugees to Deputy Attorney General Of CaliforniaIn this episode, we have Viet Nguyen. Viet is a Deputy Attorney General who has represented the People of the State of California in the United States Supreme Court, California Supreme Court, and Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. In 2020, he received the AG Award for Sustained Commitment to Diversity for his work with the law clerk program. He is married to Carie, a teacher. They have two children, Leah and Zachary Vu. In 1975, his family immigrated to the United States as refugees after the fall of Saigon. His father, Chuyen Van Nguyen, was a soldier with the South Vietnamese Army...2021-08-301h 34
Bigger Than CapesIssue #1 - An IntroductionFor the first episode of Bigger Than Capes all four hosts have come together for a roundtable discussion of some of our favourite comics, in the hopes that it might just tell you a little bit about us!This week we're discussing Descender by Jeff Lemire and Dustin Nguyen, Paper Girls by Brian K. Vaughan and Cliff Chiang, Orc Stain by James Stokoe and Chew by John Layman and Rob Guillory ...among other things, honestly it's like herding cats. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-01-021h 40ICEBAREP 6 ALAN COUMBSAlan Coumbs and I go deep into religion2020-06-031h 51ICEBAREP 5 JEREMY MCGEEFrom college drop out to running part of a franchise. Listen on how he does it.2020-05-2753 minICEBAREP 4 MICHAEL FERGUSONMichael almost dies in turkey?2020-05-192h 00ICEBAREP 3 DYLAN STRALEYDylan Straley is currently a high school wrestler that is going into his senior year my former team mate. We talk about wrestling the whole time.2020-05-1738 minICEBAREP 2 GARRETT PEDERSONGarret almost killed us?2020-05-1644 minICEBARGet a load of these guys...Get to know more about your host Zachary Nguyen, Bryon Whiting, and Kristian Walker.2020-04-291h 04
The Kasanova PodcastString Nguyen Interview | LinkedIn's “Top Voice” for 2017, 2018 and 2019For the last three years, String Nguyen has been pioneering videos on social media. Recently she was recognized as a LinkedIn's “Top Voice” for 2017, 2018 and 2019. Out of 500+ million LinkedIn users, she's a top 500 creator. String has also been nominated for 30 under 30 Forbes Asia in 2017. She produced the award-winning Snapchat channel “Women In Tech”, and amassed over 500 interviews with entrepreneurs and startup founders, like Gary Vaynerchuk, Holly Liu (Kabam) and Hugh Forrest (SXSW).
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Unbounded ConversationsUnbounded Conversations Episode 6 - Jimmy NguyenBitcoin Association President, Jimmy Nguyen joins Zach & Dave for the sixth installment of Unbounded Conversations to discuss how he transitioned from a career in law to the world of Bitcoin, & much more. The Unbounded Conversations video series features discussions between Unbounded Managing Partner Zach Resnick, Principals Dave Mullen-Muhr & Jack Laskey, & various guests building businesses on Bitcoin. In this series they discuss the possibilities of what Bitcoin can accomplish at scale, the metanet (the internet on Bitcoin), & how the businesses being built on top of Bitcoin will proliferate. https://www.unboundedcapital.com2020-02-0752 min
VAN FAM PODCAST#7 - Robert Downey Jr Makes a CameoZach continues his tour with Vincent Nguyen as they discuss Space Force, Buzzfeed, and Robert Downey Jr.
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Coffee SprudgecastThe One With Bailey ArnoldJordan Michelman and Zachary Carlsen talk to guest Bailey Arnold of Oatly and the Barista Guild. Also discussed in this episode: Sprudge NYC Party At Stumptown Coffee w/ Oatly! Meeting Sprudge contributor Tung Nguyen! Our favorite moments from the NY Coffee Festival, including delicious coffees and teas from Califia, Partners Coffee, Oatly, Equator Coffees, Rishi Tea, Spirit Tea, and more! Tea Week 2.0 coming in February 2020! Marcel Proust! And much much more! This episode of the Coffee Sprudgecast is sponsored by Odeko, Hario, Urnex, Sw...2019-10-1940 min
Indie 102.3 SessionsDefinitely, Maybe Plays Music From Debut EP At CPR’s OpenAirDefinitely, Maybe is a new Denver band from songwriting partners Carmine Gabbianelli and Zachary Antonio, formerly of indie rock group ScaTTer GaTHer. Last month Definitely, Maybe released its self-titled debut EP, recorded in Gabbianelli's home studio. We recently featured "Being" off that record on our latest Colorado Music Sampler. Definitely, Maybe stopped by the CPR Performance Studio before a show at Denver's Fort Greene Bar. The band members played four songs from the new EP and spoke with Bruce Trujillo about the benefits of recording in your own studio, filming a music video for "Sleep" and what they've learned about...2019-03-0925 min
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast34: Gotta RepresentNationalism. It is a commonly-held belief that humans in the 23rd and 24th century world of Star Trek have progressed beyond nationalism. The Federation, however, is only one of many intra-galactic nation states. The Federation, the Romulan Empire, the Klingon Empire, and the Cardassian Empire each has its own "national" symbols, colors, political structure, and cultural values. To what extent has the Federation helped humanity transcend the need for nationalism, and to what extent is it still bound by nationalism but on a larger, galactic scale? In this episode of Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast, h...2016-07-181h 28
The Ready Room: A Star Trek Podcast204: Galileo’s LizardDistant Origin. Dinosaurs may have been smarter than we think. Some of them may still be. That’s because they live in space and fly around in ships based on technology 65 million years more advanced than that of Starfleet. When that asteroid headed for Earth all those years ago, these hadrosaurs said sayonara to the planet’s mammals. In this episode of The Ready Room, we’re joined by Zachary Fruhling and Aaron Harvey to discuss one of Voyager’s most unusual stories, “Distant Origin.” Does the science work? Does it even matter? We follow Voth scienti...2016-07-061h 52
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast33: All Threes"Cause and Effect" and the Metaphysics of Time. In this 33rd episode of Meta Treks, "All Threes," hosts Zachary Fruhling and Mike Morrison use the TNG episode "Cause and Effect" as the starting point for a discussion on the physics and the metaphysics of time. Zachary and Mike consider the core philosophical questions about the nature of time, such as ontology (whether the past and the future really exist), duration (why time moves at the rate it does), movement (whether there is a flow of time or whether events are fixed in time), linear time versus branching t...2016-07-041h 42
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast32: The Ghost of Chakotay FutureVoyager Season 7 - Essential Trek Philosophy. In this episode of Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast, hosts Mike Morrison and Zachary Fruhling compare their selections for "Essential Trek Philosophy" from season 7 of Star Trek: Voyager. From Cartesian skepticism in "Unimatrix Zero" and "Workforce," to medical ethics and the ethics of bioengineering in "Critical Care" and "Lineage," season 7 of Voyager continues Star Trek's philosophical exploration of the human condition right up until the very end of the Voyager journey. Chapters Welcome to Episode 32 (00:01:06) Initial Thoughts about Voyager and Season 7 (00:01:43) New iTunes Review of...2016-06-271h 41
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast31: Performative BloodlettingSpeech Acts and Performative Utterances. In this episode of Meta Treks, hosts Zachary Fruhling and Mike Morrison discuss the philosophical and linguistic issues of speech acts and performative utterances. Many different kinds of speech acts can be found inside Star Trek, including taking oaths and granting promotions, saying wedding vows and pronouncing marriages, naming androids and christening starships, auto-destruct commands, replicator orders, and transfers of command, to name a few. Zachary and Mike discuss different examples of performative utterances in Star Trek and the role they play in a free society. In addition, Zachary and Mike consider ob...2016-06-201h 24
The Ready Room: A Star Trek Podcast201: Escape from Light BallReturn to Tomorrow. Having your body taken over by an alien is a risk every Starfleet officer takes. And, as Kirk has said, risk is our business. Being possessed of your own free will, however, isn’t usually how it works. But when the disembodied voice of Jimmy Doohan asks a favor, it’s hard to resist. That’s what happens to Captain Kirk when the crew of the USS Enterprise visit a long-dead planet being used to store giant lightbulbs. In this episode of The Ready Room, we’re joined by Brandon-Shea Mutala, Zachary Fruhling...2016-06-091h 59
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast30: Riker RejuvenatedThe Philosophy of Insurrection. Coming off the heels of the blockbuster success of Star Trek: First Contact, the next TNG-era feature film Star Trek: Insurrection returned to Star Trek's philosophical roots by focusing on a strong moral dilemma, social commentary, and character interaction. Although Insurrection is not usually cited as a fan-favorite among TNG-era Star Trek films, Insurrection is a classic Star Trek morality play containing an impressive number of philosophical layers, given its otherwise lighthearted tone. In this episode of Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast, hosts Mike Morrison and Zachary Fruhling explain the...2016-06-061h 23
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast29: Punishment Protocol 9-AlphaCrime and Punishment. Many different forms of punishment are depicted in Star Trek. From the Risa-like Federation penal colony in New Zealand to engramatic purges and twenty-year virtual prison sentences, Meta Treks hosts Zachary Fruhling and Mike Morrison discuss the ethics of the various forms of punishment seen in the Star Trek universe. Zachary and Mike debate the different possible justifications of punishment in general, such as punishment as a deterrent, punishment as getting what you deserve, punishment as maximizing social utility, punishment as repaying a debt to society, punishment as redemption, and punishment as education. Given t...2016-05-301h 37
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast28: Transporter Toenail ClippersEnterprise Season Four - Essential Trek Philosophy. In this episode of Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast, hosts Mike Morrison and Zachary Fruhling are joined by fellow Trek.fm hosts Jeffrey Harlan and Norman Lao to discuss their top picks for "Essential Trek Philosophy" from season four of Star Trek: Enterprise. From the ethics of genetic engineering and disease control to the metaphysics of transporters and telepresence-controlled starships, Enterprise season four is loaded with philosophical issues and themes in the highest Star Trek tradition. Chapters Welcome to Episode 28 (00:01:06) Welcome Norman Lao (00:02:23) Welco...2016-05-161h 42
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast27: Ample Conference TableThe Industrial Design Philosophy of Star Trek. The tools, manufactured objects, and environments in Star Trek have many influences: futurism, minimalism, mid-century modernism, ergonomics, and transhumanism, to name a few. In this episode of Meta Treks, hosts Zachary Fruhling and Mike Morrison examine the industrial design philosophy of Star Trek. From its technological and social progressivism to its roots in 1960s counterculture, Zachary and Mike explore the implicit values and assumptions behind the industrial design philosophy of Star Trek. Zachary and Mike also debate the transformative potential of technology and its influence on the relationship between leisure a...2016-05-091h 29
The Ready Room: A Star Trek Podcast199: The Search for PineappleSilent Enemy. Most aliens in Star Trek are presented in terms that the human mind can understand. The Klingons, the Romulans, even the Borg. We can make sense of their actions and motives. But in reality, new life that we meet out in space will have a lot less in common with us. Enterprise attempted to address this truth midway through its first season in “Silent Enemy,” which pitted our crew against beings that only CGI could create—and who never spoke a word. In this episode of The Ready Room, we’re joined by Zachary...2016-05-051h 50
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast25: Feed Me GaghRisa and Hedonism.
What role does the pleasure planet of Risa play in the ethics of
Star Trek? Is Risa the ultimate hedonistic escape from the
moralistic constraints of life in the Federation? Or is Risa the
ultimate embodiment of the Federation's ideals of tolerance and
acceptance? In this episode of Meta Treks, hosts Zachary
Fruhling and Mike Morrison discuss Risa, hedonism, and the clash of
Federation values seen in the Deep Space Nine episode "Let
He Who Is Without Sin." Zachary and Mike cover the different
traditions of hedonism as expressed by the ancient Greek
philosophers A...2016-04-181h 29
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast24: Making R'uustaiThe Bonding.
When Lieutenant Marla Aster is killed unexpectedly during an away
mission under Lieutenant Worf's command, Worf takes young Jeremy
Aster under his wing by participating in the Klingon ritual known
as "R'uustai" ("The Bonding"). In this episode of Meta
Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast, hosts Mike Morrison and
Zachary Fruhling explore the philosophical themes of death and
loss. Mike and Zachary discuss meaning and the existential
absurdity of life and death, the sociological and cultural role of
rituals, Jeremy Aster's escapism and the illusion of happiness, the
finality of death, and the sense of po...2016-04-111h 31
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast23: SpocknozaVulcan Philosophy and Spinoza.
Meta Treks hosts Zachary Fruhling and Mike Morrison
discuss aspects of Vulcan philosophy, such as logic and IDIC
(Infinite Diversity in Infinite Combinations). Zachary and Mike
examine the philosophical roots of Vulcan philosophy in the work of
the Western rationalist philosopher Baruch Spinoza. Spinoza's
greatest work, Ethics, contains many aspects of
Vulcan philosophy, such as logical deduction from first principles
and axioms, determinism (or faith that the universe will unfold as
it should), infinity and diversity within one infinite and unbound
substance, and the suppression of harmful emotions. Given the many
connections between Vul...2016-04-041h 25
The Ready Room: A Star Trek Podcast198: Procreation TED TalkSomeone to Watch Over Me.
When you live on a starship, you get to know your neighbors.
Sometimes you get to know them well. Especially if you’re Seven of
Nine and you’re taking an interest in interpersonal relations.
Armed with Borg implants and 24th-century Starfleet technology,
gathering data is easy. The only problem is that some of your
subjects may not want to be part of the study.
In this episode of The Ready Room, we’re joined by Charlynn
Schmiedt, Zachary Fruhling, and Phillip Gilfus to discuss “Someone
to Watch Over Me.” Join us fo...2016-03-301h 55
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast22: Down in Cetacean OpsStar Trek IV and Environmental Ethics.
In this episode of Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy
Podcast, hosts Mike Morrison and Zachary Fruhling explore the
issues of animal rights and environmental ethics in Star
Trek IV: The Voyage Home. In the wake of a recent announcement
that Sea World is ceasing its captive orca (killer whale) breeding
program, Mike and Zachary consider the possible justification for
considering whales (and fire ants!) as beings entitled to moral
consideration. From whale consciousness and intelligence, to
whales' ability to feel pain, to whale pods and the ethics of care,
Mike...2016-03-281h 23
The Ready Room: A Star Trek Podcast197: Life with the Safeties OnIt’s Only a Paper Moon.
Events in Star Trek—even tragic ones—rarely have lasting
consequences. Deep Space Nine changed that with arcs that took
place during the Dominion War. In particular, in the final season,
Nog’s injuries in battle led to a deep exploration of the lasting
impact of a single moment in time—and they did it with the usual
DS9 mix of serious commentary and humor.
In this episode of The Ready Room, we’re joined by Zachary
Fruhling and Matthew Rushing to discuss Nog’s retreat to the
holosuite, his struggle t...2016-03-162h 06
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast20: Bay of TargsPreemptive War and Star Trek Into Darkness.
Star Trek has a long tradition of dealing with ethical,
social, and political issues in the real world, and Star Trek Into
Darkness is no different. One of the most important issues in the
world today is how far a society should go to protect itself. What
freedoms should we be willing to give up for sake of safety and
security? Should a government be allowed to spy on its own
citizens? And is it morally and ethically permissible to start a
preemptive war with a real or perceived enemy? S...2016-03-141h 10
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast19: Suffer Horribly or Eat FruitHermeneutics in Star
Trek.
Hermeneutics is the art and science of meaning and textual
interpretation. In this episode of Meta Treks: A Star Trek
Philosophy Podcast, hosts Zachary Fruhling and Mike Morrison
discuss issues of meaning and interpretation in Star Trek.
From how to interpret Bajoran sacred texts and prophecies, to the
interpretation of Federation law and Starfleet regulations, to the
meaning of the Star Trek franchise itself for us today,
Zachary and Mike cover a range of philosophical issues related to
meaning in Star Trek, such as: original meaning vs. new
interpretations, literal meaning vs. metaphorical m...2016-03-071h 35
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast18: The Poker Game of Life (on the Enterprise)Poker, Virtue Ethics, and the Prisoner's Dilemma.
In Star Trek: The Next Generation, we see a lot of poker:
from Commander Riker cleaning house, to Data learning how to bluff,
to Geordi claiming not to cheat with his VISOR. But exactly why do
we see so much poker in Star Trek? What important
character traits or skills does the game of poker help instill in a
young Starfleet officer? Can any important lessons in ethics or
diplomacy be learned from playing poker? How are those character
traits or skills different from those learned from playing other
games, s...2016-02-291h 19
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast17: 23rd Century DashcamMedia Ecology with Dennis Castello.
In the 24th century, is the holodeck the primary mode of media
creation and consumption? And if so, what effect does the
holographic medium have on Federation society as a whole? In this
episode, Meta Treks editor and producer Dennis Castello
joins hosts Zachary Fruhling and Mike Morrison behind the
microphone to discuss the sociological sub-discipline of media
ecology.
Media ecology holds that the different types of media a society
consumes influence the behavior of society as a whole. This core
idea of media ecology is summed up with the ph...2016-02-221h 28
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast16: All the BubblesAlternate Realities vs. Alternate Timelines.
In this episode of Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy
Podcast, hosts Mike Morrison and Zachary Fruhling have a
followup discussion on the distinction between an "alternate
reality" and an "alternate timeline" in response to a challenge by
Norman Lao and Jeffrey Harlan on their recent episode of
Standard Orbit (Standard Orbit 115: "Wibby Wobbly Primey
Wimey").
Mike and Zachary provide a philosophical analysis of different
senses of the terms "alternate reality" and "alternate timeline,"
while also exploring and contrasting key examples of these senses
in Star Trek. Examples covered in th...2016-02-151h 09
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast15: The Philanthropist NagusThe Paradox of the Philosopher King.
In the third-season TOS episode "Plato's Stepchildren," the
Platonians claim to have modeled their society on the ideals of the
Greek philosopher Plato. Parmen, the leader of the Platonians, even
claims to be a philosopher king as described in Plato's dialog, the
Republic. In this episode of Meta Treks, find out what the
Plutonians got right and what they got wrong about Plato's
philosophy.
Hosts Zachary Fruhling and Mike Morrison discuss Plato's Paradox of
the Philosopher King in "Plato's Stepchildren" and other places in
the Star Trek universe, such a...2016-02-081h 17
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast14: Black is the New Purple"Living Witness" and Historical
Evidence.
Meta Treks hosts Mike Morrison and Zachary Fruhling discuss
historical evidence and the philosophy of history through the Star
Trek: Voyager episode "Living Witness." Topics in this episode
include weighing competing interpretations of historical evidence,
reinterpreting accepted historical accounts, the reliability or
unreliability of first-person accounts, uncovering lost or
suppressed historical perspectives, historical revisionism vs.
historical context, genealogy and reconstructing the past, and the
distinction between historical "facts" and historical
"meaning."
Chapters
Welcome to Episode 14 (00:01:07)
Synopsis of "Living Witness" (00:08:14)
Historical Evidence and Multiple Interpretations (00:17:33)
Re-interpreting the A...2016-02-011h 20
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast13: Spock's Pineal GlandThe Nature of Consciousness.
What is the nature of consciousness and what is its relation to the
physical world? In this episode of Meta Treks, hosts Zachary
Fruhling and Mike Morrison explore the many ways that the nature of
consciousness is portrayed in Star Trek. Focusing on the "hard
problem" of consciousness (how subjective experience arises out of
physical systems), Zachary and Mike explore different philosophical
theories of consciousness, such as: mind-body dualism, physicalist
theories of consciousness (identity theory, behaviorism,
functionalism, non-reductive physicalism, and emergentism), and the
problem of mental causation. Zachary and Mike also debate forms...2016-01-251h 47
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast12: Just a Simple QuestionThe Meaning of Life.
Perhaps the most fundamental philosophical question, the most
important question of the human condition, is the question, "What
is the meaning of life?" In this episode of Meta Treks, hosts Mike
Morrison and Zachary Fruhling explore competing philosophical
theories about the meaning of life within the Star Trek universe.
Topics covered include the distinction between universal meaning
and subjective meaning, meaning as progress and the Federation's
progress narrative, colonialism and criticism of the progress
narrative, nihilism and the lack of meaning, existentialism and
self-chosen individual or cultural meaning, theism and religious
meaning, finding m...2016-01-181h 23
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast11: Fair Pay for ExocompsExocomps and Artificial
Intelligence.
Is it possible for non-biological beings such as androids, robots,
or holograms to think? In this episode of Meta Treks, hosts Zachary
Fruhling and Mike Morrison explore the arguments for and against
the possibility of artificial intelligence. Using the TNG episode
"The Quality of Life" as a discussion springboard, Zachary and Mike
cover Alan Turing and the Turing Test for artificial intelligence,
the mind as a digital computer, Turing machines and emulation,
Frank Jackson on qualia and subjective experience, and a
Klingon-inspired retelling of John Searle's famous "Chinese Room"
thought experiment as an o...2016-01-041h 36
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast10: There's Always a GlitchThe Problem of the External World.
How can you know that the physical world you perceive around you is
real and not an illusion, a dream, or a holodeck simulation? In
this episode of Meta Treks, hosts Mike Morrison and Zachary
Fruhling debate the philosophical problem of the external world
through the lens of Star Trek. Mike and Zachary discuss whether it
is possible for characters in Star Trek to know for sure that they
are not stuck in a holodeck, in a telepathic projection, or in an
illusion created by a member of the Q Continuum. 2015-12-211h 23
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast9: Just Say NoThe Prime Directive and
"Symbiosis."
In the first-season TNG episode "Symbiosis," Captain Picard cites
the Prime Directive (Starfleet's noninterference policy, General
Order #1) as justification for his solution to the conflict between
the narcotics-peddling Brekkans and the drug-addict
Ornarans. Is the relationship between these two races a
naturally evolved symbiotic relationship protected by the Prime
Directive or a case of morally reprehensible exploitation calling
for active intervention? In this episode of Meta
Treks, hosts Zachary Fruhling and Mike Morrison analyze the
in-universe philosophy behind the Prime Directive, including its
justification and its applicability to the moral dilemma in
"Symb...2015-12-141h 25
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast8: It's Turtles All The Way DownThe Science/Religion Debate.
Star Trek is often interpreted to have a negative view of religion,
in favor of a humanistic and atheistic vision of the future. In
this episode of Meta Treks, hosts Mike Morrison and Zachary
Fruhling challenge the typical interpretation of science and
religion in Star Trek, considering both the rationality of
religious belief and also potential issues with the rationality of
scientific reasoning.
Topics in this episode include traditional philosophical arguments
attempting to prove God's existence, the correspondence theory of
truth vs. the coherence theory of truth, logical positivism and th...2015-12-071h 41
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast7: Klingon Emily PostKlingon Virtue Ethics.
For Klingons, the key ethical question is whether one's heart is
truly Klingon. In this episode of Meta Treks, hosts Zachary
Fruhling and Mike Morrison examine "Klingon Virtue Ethics," with
virtue ethics being a distinctive form of ethical theory
emphasizing desirable character traits over individual actions.
Zachary and Mike debate the nature of essential Klingon character
traits such as loyalty, duty, and honor. But unlike humans, who
tend to remain in the middle-ground on many aspects of human
nature, Klingons take their essential virtues and character traits
to extreme levels (not to mention those t...2015-11-301h 26
The Ready Room: A Star Trek Podcast192: Even the Devil BelievesIn the Hands of the Prophets.
At the end of its first season, Deep Space Nine really began to
take on the form that would define the series. The writers wanted
to follow up the powerful “Duet” with something even better, even
more layered. To do this, they brought together the Federation’s
scientific approach to the world and the Bajorans’ religious one.
The clash of philosophies tells us a lot about our own world as
well as Gene Roddenberry’s vision for Star Trek. And it introduced
us to one of Star Trek’s great villains.
In thi...2015-11-251h 51
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast6: Whacking VreenakConsequentialism vs. Deontological Ethics.
In the Deep Space Nine episode "In the Pale Moonlight," was
Captain Sisko justified in using less-then-honorable means to bring
the Romulans into the war with the Dominion in order to end the war
and save lives? Or were Sisko's actions unjustified because they
violated universally valid moral rules and principles?
In this episode of Meta Treks, hosts Mike Morrison and Zachary
Fruhling analyze "In the Pale Moonlight" from the contrasting
ethical theories of consequentalist ethics (or utilitarianism) and
deontological ethics (or rule-based ethics). Mike and Zachary
consider the applicability of d...2015-11-231h 35
The Ready Room: A Star Trek Podcast191: Robotic LoverboyIn Theory.
The last person you’d expect to be looking for love on the
Enterprise is Data. But that’s just what happens in “In Theory.”
Well, Data wasn’t actually looking for love, but once it presented
itself the prospect got its own subroutine … and the 1701-D became
The Love Boat, filled with advice from corners both expected and
not.
In this episode of The Ready Room, we’re joined by Charlynn
Schmiedt, Andi VanderKolk, and Zachary Fruhling to discuss our
robotic loverboy, the Riker book of moves, the future of
human-android relations, and, unexpecte...2015-11-191h 56
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast5: Rocking the GoateePersonal Identity.
As characters in Star Trek change over time (think TV Picard versus
Movie Picard), what accounts for the persistence of those
characters' personal identity?
In this episode of Meta Treks, the continuation of a
two-part discussion on the problem of identity in Star Trek, hosts
Zachary Fruhling and Mike Morrison consider various responses to
the problem of personal identity, including John Locke's views on
memory and the continuity of consciousness, David Hume's bundle
theory of the self, and Rene Descartes's views on mind-body dualism
and personal identity.
Zachary and Mike close out...2015-11-161h 23
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast4: Starship of TheseusThe Problem of Identity.
In this episode of Meta Treks, part one of a two-part
discussion on the problem of identity in Star Trek, hosts Mike
Morrison and Zachary Fruhling consider the metaphysical problem of
identity over time as it applies to inanimate objects. As objects
undergo changes over time, do they remain the same objects or do
they become different objects? Mike and Zachary reinterpret the
classic philosophical example of the Ship of Theseus, in which
components of a ship are replaced one at a time, in Star Trek terms
as the "Starship of Theseus," asking...2015-11-091h 15
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast3: I Don't Want a Thinker at the HelmPhilosopher Starship
Crews.
Zachary and Mike compare notes
on their ideal philosopher starship crews. Find out which
philosophers from the history of philosophy that Zachary and Mike
would choose to fill the various roles in a typical starship crew:
conn officer, communications officer, operations officer, science
officer, tactical officer, chief of security, chief engineer, first
officer, and captain. Zachary and Mike also consider some honorable
mentions for the roles of ship's counselor, transporter chief,
bartender or chef, the ever-present admiral or "badmiral," diplomat
or ambassador, and holodeck technician.
Philosophers covered in this
episode of Meta Treks include (in alphabetical order) Aris...2015-11-021h 29
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast2: Picard in BlueFree Will and Compatibilism.
In this episode of Meta Treks, part two of a two-part
discussion about free will vs. determinism in Star Trek, hosts Mike
Morrison and Zachary Fruhling weigh different possible meanings of
free will as responses to the threat of causal determinism in Star
Trek.
Are Captain Kirk and Captain Archer radically free as
existentialism holds? Is free will an indispensable concept as
pragmatism holds? As Captain Kirk, Captain Sisko, and Captain
Janeway learn to embrace their own unique destinies, do they become
genuine examples of the compatibility of free will and...2015-10-261h 19
The Ready Room: A Star Trek Podcast189: I Can’t Believe It’s Not Topaline!Friday’s Child.
When fans think of Klingon episodes on TOS, they think of
“Errand of Mercy,” “Day of the Dove,” and “The Trouble with
Tribbles.” The second appearance of the classic villains was made
in what is really a Bones story—they just happen to be there.
“Friday's Child” gets overlooked by fans, yet it builds upon the
Organian Peace Treaty and allows Dr. McCoy to step into the
spotlight all at the same time.
In this episode of The Ready Room, we’re joined by Larry
Nemecek, Charlynn Schmiedt, and Zachary Fruhling to discuss the
other Vasq...2015-10-261h 55
Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast1: Where No Philosophers Have Gone BeforeFree Will vs. Determinism.
Welcome to the premier episode of Trek.fm's new show about Star
Trek and philosophy, Meta Treks: A Star Trek Philosophy Podcast. In
this episode, part one of a two-part discussion, hosts Zachary
Fruhling and Mike Morrison tackle the free will vs. determinism
debate by examining different types of determinism within the Star
Trek universe: biological determinism, physical determinism, social
or cultural determinism, evolutionary determinism, historical
determinism, psychological determinism, and theological
determinism. After considering these different types of determinism
and causal factors, what room is left for free will or personal
agency in...2015-10-181h 27
The Ready Room: A Star Trek Podcast188: The Law Firm of T’Pol & T’PolE2. During Enterprise’s third season, the crew’s mission to find the Xindi superweapon took an unexpected turn when they encountered … themselves. Well, not exactly themselves, but their offspring. In a time travel story that had nothing to do with the Temporal Cold War, Archer stumbled upon a helping hand in the form of Trip and T’Pol’s son. And along the way, the crew caught a glimpse of what their personal lives would—or could—become. In this episode of The Ready Room, we’re joined by Norm Lao, Will Nguyen, and Mike Morrison to discuss how th...2015-10-092h 10
The Ready Room: A Star Trek Podcast186: Giant Life-Altering EnigmaThe Visitor. One of Deep Space Nine’s most loved episodes is an enigma in and of itself. Focusing on just one main character, played by someone other than the normal actor, “The Visitor” highlights the power of DS9’s concept to tell character-driven stories that transcend the usual Star Trek formula. This tale of Jake Sisko’s life after losing his father in a freak accident tugs at the heartstrings for so many viewers—and the intensity of this effect depends on your own life experiences. In this episode of The Ready Room, we’re joined by W...2015-09-111h 59
The Ready Room: A Star Trek Podcast185: Space Mystery Inc.Devil’s Due. We’ve all heard the expression “selling your soul to the Devil.” The people of Ventax II took this perhaps a bit too literally when nature started getting restless and a con-artist with a claim to the planet showed up. Who can save the day? Well, Kirk, of course. We mean Picard. This is a TNG episode, after all. Only it isn’t. In this episode of The Ready Room, we’re joined by Daniel Proulx, Jarrah Hodge, and Zachary Fruhling to discuss all things Ardra, how the script for “Devil’s Due” was repurpo...2015-09-051h 37
The Ready Room: A Star Trek Podcast184: The Tribble WhispererThe Trouble with Tribbles. They’re the cutest, most prolific aliens in the Star Trek universe—and also the furriest. They are, of course, Tribbles. And at six credits a head—or a body—they also make for good business. At least that’s what Cyrano Jones thought … until the critters got hankerin’ for some wheat. “The Trouble with Tribbles” remains one of the most beloved Star Trek episodes nearly 50 years after it aired, and in this episode of The Ready Room we’re joined by Matthew Rushing, Andi VanderKolk, and Zachary Fruhling to discuss why that is. In our ne...2015-08-271h 39
The Ready Room: A Star Trek Podcast183: Breaking Out with a Bad Case of HoovesBounty. Along with the Andorians, the Tellarites are one of the most memorable races from Star Trek that got almost no love after The Original Series went off the air. Even the TOS films merely gave them blink-of-an-eye-cameo attention (in The Voyage Home and The Undiscovered Country). But never fear! As with their fellow, antennae-donning Federation-founders, Enterprise came to the rescue. Sort of. The first Tellarite the 22nd-century gave us didn’t look—nor act—much like those we met in “Journey to Babel.” In this episode of The Ready Room, we’re joined by Larry Nemece...2015-07-291h 58
Star Trek Podcast | The Ready Room - News and Discussion | Trek.fmThe Ready Room 182: Getting It Done In a NightyEye of the Needle.
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When Voyager first started making its way home from the Delta Quadrant, the crew were full of hope that they would find a way home that was as quick as the one that stranded them. In “Eye of the Needle,” such a thing almost happened, and the helping hand came from a familiar foe: the Romulans.In this episode of The Ready Room, we’re joined by Charlynn Schmiedt, Will Nguyen, and Za...2015-07-161h 54Star Trek Podcast | The Ready Room - News and Discussion | Trek.fmThe Ready Room 182: Getting It Done In a NightyEye of the Needle.
Running Time: 1 hour 54 minutes 17 secondsDownload / RSS / Send us a message / Discuss the show / Support Trek.fm
When Voyager first started making its way home from the Delta Quadrant, the crew were full of hope that they would find a way home that was as quick as the one that stranded them. In “Eye of the Needle,” such a thing almost happened, and the helping hand came from a familiar foe: the Romulans.In this episode of The Ready Room, we’re joined by Charlynn Schmiedt, Will Nguyen, and Za...2015-07-161h 54Star Trek Podcast | The Ready Room - News and Discussion | Trek.fmThe Ready Room 182: Getting It Done In a NightyEye of the Needle.
Running Time: 1 hour 54 minutes 17 secondsDownload / RSS / Send us a message / Discuss the show / Support Trek.fm
When Voyager first started making its way home from the Delta Quadrant, the crew were full of hope that they would find a way home that was as quick as the one that stranded them. In “Eye of the Needle,” such a thing almost happened, and the helping hand came from a familiar foe: the Romulans.In this episode of The Ready Room, we’re joined by Charlynn Schmiedt, Will Nguyen, and Za...2015-07-161h 54
The Ready Room: A Star Trek Podcast182: Getting It Done In a NightyEye of the Needle. When Voyager first started making its way home from the Delta Quadrant, the crew were full of hope that they would find a way home that was as quick as the one that stranded them. In “Eye of the Needle,” such a thing almost happened, and the helping hand came from a familiar foe: the Romulans. In this episode of The Ready Room, we’re joined by Charlynn Schmiedt, Will Nguyen, and Zachary Fruhling to discuss this story from when Voyager was still fresh, the Doctor’s identity dilemma, the crew’s family c...2015-07-161h 54
The Ready Room: A Star Trek Podcast180: You’ve Got Mail!His Way. When you can start a show with a lengthy cold-open featuring a tuxedo-clad James Darren crooning a jazz standard—and do it on a Cardassian-built space station in the 24th century—you know you’ve got something special. And that’s just what the Deep Space Nine writers did near the end of the show’s sixth season with “His Way.” It was the culmination of a game a romantic cat-and-mouse between Odo and Kira, but also solidified a creative freedom that would ensure that DS9’s final season would not be hindered by a studio that woul...2015-07-011h 48