David Boles: Human Meme

David Boles

This Human Meme podcast is the inflection point for what it means to live a life of knowing. We are in the critical moment of human induction. David Boles is a writer, publisher, teacher, lyricist and author living and working in New York City. He has dedicated his life to founding the irrevocable aesthetic. Be a Human Meme!

  • 19 minutes 1 second
    Over 1,000 Years of Philosophy: Unveiling the Hidden Thread Connecting Logic, Emotion, and Existential Dread
    A hitherto unacknowledged connection that threads through the entirety of philosophical writing—across centuries, cultures, and varying schools of thought—is humanity’s unending effort to sublimate existential terror into a coherent narrative that makes mortal life intelligible, permissible, and meaningful. From the careful syllogisms of medieval Scholastics to the bold manifestos of twentieth-century existentialists, philosophers have not merely flirted with the interplay of reason, emotion, and metaphysical longing; they have continually sought to transfigure our instinctive dread of finitude and futility into something purposeful and noble. The binding force here is not merely the quest for truth or the application of logic, but a more primal task: to shelter the trembling human psyche from the chaos of existence through the scaffolding of a grand conceptual edifice. In other words, all philosophical writing can be seen, at its core, as an evolving strategy for constructing spiritual and intellectual refuges against the terror of nonbeing. 
    18 December 2024, 3:58 pm
  • 14 minutes 49 seconds
    Revolutionizing Healthcare: How Medical AI is Shaping the Future of Medicine
    Medical AI is not just a technological leap; it’s a cultural shift. When machines analyze our health, we enter a world where the expertise of algorithms supplements—and sometimes challenges—the wisdom of clinicians. This isn’t about replacing the human touch but redefining it. The real story of Medical AI is how it pushes us to rethink the relationship between technology, health, and humanity.
    11 December 2024, 3:58 pm
  • 15 minutes 37 seconds
    Unraveling the Amanda Knox Case: Guilt, Innocence, and the Search for Justice
    The case of Amanda Knox is a modern legal and cultural Rorschach test—sprawling, messy, and deeply personal for anyone who dares to examine it. At its core, it is a story of a young woman, a brutal murder, and an Italian justice system unprepared for the scrutiny and chaos that would follow. Knox's story is not just about guilt or innocence; it’s about how we, as humans, construct narratives in the absence of clear facts, how media amplifies those narratives, and how justice can falter under pressure. To unpack it fully, we must walk through the tragedy, the trials, and the aftermath.
    4 December 2024, 11:32 pm
  • 12 minutes 23 seconds
    Lotty and Percy: The Mystery of the Disappearing Sock
    In a quaint little home nestled among the cobbled streets of an English village, two British Shorthair kittens, Lotty and Percy, spent their days exploring every nook and cranny. Lotty, a plump and cheerful blue kitten, followed his sister Percy wherever she went, his little paws thumping softly on the floorboards. Percy, a lilac-colored marvel, was the clever one—quick as a flash, with a mind as sharp as her tiny claws.
    19 November 2024, 10:16 pm
  • 21 minutes 17 seconds
    The Fallout of Abolishing the Department of Education: What’s at Stake for America’s Future?
    Imagine, for a moment, the United States without its Department of Education—a federal entity established in 1979 to oversee and coordinate national education policies. This department, though often a target in political debates, plays a pivotal role in shaping the educational landscape of the nation. Its elimination would not merely be a bureaucratic adjustment; it would trigger scary and far-reaching consequences across the educational spectrum. 
    13 November 2024, 10:41 pm
  • 17 minutes 25 seconds
    From Disappointment to Resilience: Finding Strength in Life's Setbacks
    Disappointment is the uninvited guest at the table of life. It sits heavy in our hearts, clutches our dreams, and whispers doubts that gnaw at the edges of hope. Yet, disappointment is not a dead end; it’s a waypoint, a necessary stop on the task of human growth. To be disappointed is to be alive, to care deeply about outcomes, to have risked enough to feel the sting of falling short. And while the pangs of disappointment may seem like the final word, they are often just the prelude to resilience.
    6 November 2024, 11:21 pm
  • 19 minutes 40 seconds
    Living in the Future Now: Embracing Tomorrow’s Vision Today
    Living in the future now—it’s a fascinating idea, isn’t it? We’re talking about those people who seem to exist just a step ahead of us, those who already walk roads we haven’t even built yet. While we’re here, comfortably or uncomfortably immersed in today, they’re already finding ways through tomorrow. These people aren’t necessarily the kind of visionaries we always hear about: CEOs, inventors, or creative masterminds, though many of them do fall into those categories. No, these are people who fundamentally live a little differently, whose minds work in a slightly faster rhythm, who seem to perceive what’s around the corner before the rest of us even realize there is a corner.  
    30 October 2024, 5:01 pm
  • 17 minutes 56 seconds
    How to Spot and Protect Yourself from Street Psychics and False Prophets
    False prophets. Charlatans. Snake oil salesmen. These are the people who promise you truth, enlightenment, and a future of clarity—if only you'd let them hold your palm for a moment, if only you'd hand over your money to hear the secret of your life laid bare before you.
    22 October 2024, 9:42 pm
  • 14 minutes 15 seconds
    Understanding the Doorknob Confession: Timing, Vulnerability, and Human Truths
    The concept of the "Doorknob Confession" in therapy is a fascinating phenomenon, one that captures the delicate dance between time, vulnerability, and truth. It is a moment often recognized by both therapists and clients alike—when the session is coming to an end, when the clock is mercilessly ticking down, and then, just as the client is about to walk out the door, they drop a bombshell. This final revelation, this last-minute unveiling of something deeply important, often takes the form of a confession, a fear, or a truth so significant it threatens to undermine the entire session that came before it.
    16 October 2024, 5:43 pm
  • 17 minutes 31 seconds
    Bold Persistent Experimentation: History, Meaning, and the Future of Innovation
    Now, that phrase: "Bold, Persistent Experimentation." It strikes you right in the heart, doesn’t it? There’s something stirring about it. It’s a challenge, a rallying cry, a promise that our greatest work isn’t behind us, but ahead, waiting to be discovered if only we dare enough. If we try enough.
    9 October 2024, 10:00 am
  • 14 minutes 31 seconds
    From Omens to Godwinks: Tracing 1,000 Years of Divine Signs Across Cultures and History
    hYou know, the concept of a "Godwink" is really quite fascinating when you delve into it. At its core, a "Godwink" is one of those moments that feels like more than just a coincidence. It's as if the universe — or a higher power — is giving you a little nudge or a wink to let you know you're on the right path or to provide guidance when you need it most.
    2 October 2024, 10:00 am
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