absurd wisdom

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Jan 2025

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What lies beyond understanding? Beyond certainty? Listen in to conversations between a.m. bhatt and colleagues, confidants, and important thinkers as they tackle questions both timely and timeless, and chat about maintaining your humanity in an ever-evolving world. You can find a.m. on Instagram and Substack at @absurdwisdom. We are produced and distributed by DAE Presents, the production arm of DAE (@dae.community on Instagram and online at mydae.org).

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January 3, 2025Episode 4353 min

Identity is Created, Not Inherited, Naming in Cultural Traditions and Going Beyond Ownership

Send us Fan MailThis 2025 BONUS Episode from the early days of absurd wisdom explores the significance of naming and identity through personal anecdotes and cultural insights. The host shares a story about being named Alpesh through cultural traditions and explains how various identities like Al and A.M. emerged over time. The discussion includes friends sharing their own naming experiences, the cultural practices of naming in Hindu and Ghanaian traditions, and the impact of names on personal and professional identities. The conversation emphasizes the importance of claiming one's own name and identity.You can find a.m. on Instagram and TikTok at @absurdwisdom. We are produced and distributed by DAE Presents, the production arm of DAE (@dae.community on Instagram and online at mydae.org).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. While we make every effort to ensure that the information shared is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. You can contact us at daepresents@mydae.org.

June 6, 20248 min

Spring Azures, The Soot and Sill, and A New Narrative.

Send us Fan MailIn spring the blue azures bow downat the edges of shallow puddlesto drink the black rain water.Then they rise and float away into the fields.Sometimes the great bones of my life feel so heavy,and all the tricks my body knows―the opposable thumbs, the kneecaps,and the mind clicking and clicking—don’t seem enough to carry me through this worldand I think: how I would liketo have wings—blue ones—ribbons of flame.How I would like to open them, and risefrom the black rain water.And then I think of Blake, in the dirt and sweat of London—a boystaring through the window, when God camefluttering up.Of course, he screamed,and seeing the bobbin of God’s blue bodyleaning on the sill,and the thousand-faceted eyes.Well, who knows.Who knows what hung, fluttering, at the windowbetween him and the darkness.Anyway, Blake the hosier’s son stood upand turned away from the sooty sill and the dark city—turned away foreverfrom the factories, the personal strivings,to a life of the the imagination. - Mary OliverYou can find a.m. on Instagram and TikTok at @absurdwisdom. We are produced and distributed by DAE Presents, the production arm of DAE (@dae.community on Instagram and online at mydae.org).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. While we make every effort to ensure that the information shared is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. You can contact us at daepresents@mydae.org.

May 30, 202448 min

Don Quixote-ing, Reverence for the Flaws, the Spark of Lifelong Learning, and Innovation

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we delve into a thought-provoking conversation, embracing the concept of 'Don Quixote-ing' against conventional currents, finding the sacred in the mundane, and the importance of nurturing 'time release capsules' of inspiration. They challenge the notion of success, urging us to consider the 'claustrophobia of standardized paths' and to recognize the beauty of our 'crooked lines' and 'eccentricities.' You are invited to confront the societal 'dusty corners' that often go unnoticed, encouraging a shift towards a culture that values genuine curiosity and the persistence to explore what truly moves us. This episode is not just a call to action but a reminder to cherish the quirks that make us unique, to 'surrender to what wants to use us,' and to foster environments where asking, 'What are you interested in?' ignites the spark of lifelong learning and innovation.You can find a.m. on Instagram and TikTok at @absurdwisdom. We are produced and distributed by DAE Presents, the production arm of DAE (@dae.community on Instagram and online at mydae.org).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. While we make every effort to ensure that the information shared is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. You can contact us at daepresents@mydae.org.

May 23, 202441 min

Grimoire, Fuzzy Dust, Out of The Ooze, And The Okay-ness Deficit

Send us Fan MailThis episode wanders through the intriguing world of innovation's 'fuzzy dust' and the our age's 'okay-ness deficit.' It delves into the compelling tale of Master Wilburn Burchette, whose transition from a musician to a psychic unfolds amidst his homemade guitars. As we reflect on "the internet" and it's contentious role in society, discussions pivot to 'out of the ooze' moments of digital withdrawal and the profound 'digital abyss,' prompting a reevaluation of our online habits and their effects on genuine human connections.You can find a.m. on Instagram and TikTok at @absurdwisdom. We are produced and distributed by DAE Presents, the production arm of DAE (@dae.community on Instagram and online at mydae.org).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. While we make every effort to ensure that the information shared is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. You can contact us at daepresents@mydae.org.

May 16, 202457 min

Thought Nuggets, Banana Bread Next Tuesday, People Aren’t People, and Stu-Stu.

Send us Fan MailDelve into a discussion navigating history from Catalina de Erauso's life to cutting-edge generative documentaries. Explore journaling and personal archiving, AI's impact on creativity, and the evolving nature of identity through philosophical musings. Engage in reflections on identity, human interactions, and the essence of authenticity in relationships. Explore contemporary art, sound art, personal experiences in art creation, digital legacies, identity, systems thinking, engagement, teaching approaches, and disrupting patterns for meaningful interactions.You can find a.m. on Instagram and TikTok at @absurdwisdom. We are produced and distributed by DAE Presents, the production arm of DAE (@dae.community on Instagram and online at mydae.org).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. While we make every effort to ensure that the information shared is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. You can contact us at daepresents@mydae.org.

May 9, 202455 min

Sit on the Couch and Stare, Sisyphus & Omelas, and "As I Ebb’d with the Ocean of Life"

Send us Fan MailAs I Ebb’d with the Ocean of Life BY WALT WHITMAN4 Ebb, ocean of life, (the flow will return,) Cease not your moaning you fierce old mother, Endlessly cry for your castaways, but fear not, deny not me, Rustle not up so hoarse and angry against my feet as I touch you or gather from you.I mean tenderly by you and all,I gather for myself and for this phantom looking down where we lead, and following me and mine.Me and mine, loose windrows, little corpses, Froth, snowy white, and bubbles, (See, from my dead lips the ooze exuding at last, See, the prismatic colors glistening and rolling,) Tufts of straw, sands, fragments, Buoy’d hither from many moods, one contradicting another, From the storm, the long calm, the darkness, the swell, Musing, pondering, a breath, a briny tear, a dab of liquid or soil, Up just as much out of fathomless workings fermented and thrown, A limp blossom or two, torn, just as much over waves floating, drifted at random, Just as much for us that sobbing dirge of Nature, Just as much whence we come that blare of the cloud-trumpets, We, capricious, brought hither we know not whence, spread out before you, You up there walking or sitting, Whoever you are, we too lie in drifts at your feet.-----------------------------------------------------This episode navigates through themes of questioning certainty, embracing simplicity, activism, suffering, privilege, and societal dynamics in a digital age. They discuss the importance of internal validation, mindfulness, deep listening, and balancing engagement with solitude. The group explores the paradoxes within societal structures and individual impact in fostering innovation and maintaining humanity amidst digital distractions and societal pressures.You can find a.m. on Instagram and TikTok at @absurdwisdom. We are produced and distributed by DAE Presents, the production arm of DAE (@dae.community on Instagram and online at mydae.org).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. While we make every effort to ensure that the information shared is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. You can contact us at daepresents@mydae.org.

May 2, 20241 hr 7 min

The Art of Being Unique, From The Cave to Community, Redefining Achievement, and The Unseen Gold.

Send us Fan MailThis episode delves into the complex dynamics of communication, identity, and personal growth in community development and education settings. It discusses barriers to community development, the influence of digital narratives, the challenges of miscommunication, and the importance of empathy in fostering genuine connections. Furthermore, it highlights the limitations of language, the emotional labor involved in expanding awareness, and the journey towards self-discovery and mentorship in education. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, it advocates for embracing personal growth, self-directed learning, and finding authenticity and fulfillment in one's pursuits.You can find a.m. on Instagram and TikTok at @absurdwisdom. We are produced and distributed by DAE Presents, the production arm of DAE (@dae.community on Instagram and online at mydae.org).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. While we make every effort to ensure that the information shared is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. You can contact us at daepresents@mydae.org.

April 25, 202449 min

Plastic in Plastic, The Ethical Implications of Everyday Actions, and Contractual and Covenental

Send us Fan MailThis episode of the podcast revolves around a deep and nuanced conversation among the speakers about the environmental, social, and ethical implications of everyday actions, particularly focusing on the theme of "plastic on plastic" as a metaphor for broader issues of waste and consumption. The dialogue opens reflecting on the absurdity of excessive plastic use, which segues into a broader discussion on the impact of choices and the way society navigates the balance between convenience and sustainability.You can find a.m. on Instagram and TikTok at @absurdwisdom. We are produced and distributed by DAE Presents, the production arm of DAE (@dae.community on Instagram and online at mydae.org).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. While we make every effort to ensure that the information shared is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. You can contact us at daepresents@mydae.org.

April 18, 202449 min

Being a Lover, Just Effing Play Louder, and The Unyielding Pursuit of Innovation and Humanity

Send us Fan MailThis episode dives into philosophical discussions on love vs. like and innovation, threading through the complex web of human relationships and the essence of pursuing the unknown. It challenges conventional views, drawing insights from various life experiences and parallels, emphasizing an open pursuit of future possibilities.You can find a.m. on Instagram and TikTok at @absurdwisdom. We are produced and distributed by DAE Presents, the production arm of DAE (@dae.community on Instagram and online at mydae.org).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. While we make every effort to ensure that the information shared is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. You can contact us at daepresents@mydae.org.

April 11, 202447 min

Engagement Needs a New Domain, Steel Hammers with Velvet Gloves, and "Gifted" Means That You Have a Gift to Give

Send us Fan Mail Delve into profound discussions led by a.m. bhatt on humanity, intrinsic motivation, systemic change, and societal values. Explore the importance of engaging with inner passion, individual giftedness, and aligning personal growth with societal needs. The episode highlights the challenges of initiating meaningful conversations, measuring productivity, and the quest for meaningful engagement beyond compliance.You can find a.m. on Instagram and TikTok at @absurdwisdom. We are produced and distributed by DAE Presents, the production arm of DAE (@dae.community on Instagram and online at mydae.org).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent. While we make every effort to ensure that the information shared is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. You can contact us at daepresents@mydae.org.

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