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This is an ethical culture/humanism podcast by Ethical Society of St. Louis social media intern, Adrien Gojko (pronous: they/them). Here, they explore themes in humanism and their relevance in our world.
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What's your intention? Engaging conversations that explore future-focused topics, technology, history, cultural and political trends -- and how they intersect with personal and family life. What are the core aims, drives, goals. We've been known to take a deep dive to get to the heart of the matter so be prepared to trade-in your snorkel-depth attention deficit for some conversational scuba gear. Of course, this is why we love podcasts, right? Film and music, clean energy, American history, ...
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Politicians focus on what divides us, not what unites us. Here’s how we can change that.; Benjamin D. Singer; 6-Oct-2024
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Politicians fight endlessly. Why? A flaw in our voting system discourages leaders from working together. But there is an easy fix, which families, nonprofits, and businesses use all the time to find common ground. Reformer Benjamin Singer helped pass the innovation into law in the City of St. Louis. Benjamin will share how Show Me Integrity discove…
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What Counts as Doing Something?; Kathryn Stinson; 29-Sep-2024
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Am I doing enough? How do I justify self-care when others are suffering? How do I balance personal well-being with the moral imperative to take meaningful action? In this talk, we’ll look at how American individualism and superhero narratives shape our understanding of what counts as “doing something,” and we’ll re-anchor ourselves in collective st…
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Lay Leadership at the Society: Lessons and Inspiration from the Trenches to the Board; Krystal White, Cathy Pickard, Alan Easton, and Blake Marduk; 22-Sep-2024
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Come learn from our diverse and exceptional panel of both long-time and new lay leaders. They will discuss the impact of volunteering and leadership in their own life and in our community.
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Organizing Congregations to Positively Affect Change; DeMarco K. Davidson; 15-Sep-2024
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In a polarizing world of politics, how can congregations be supportive in eliminating misinformation and disenfranchisement to clear the way for positive community changes?
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What is the Meaning of Life? Playful Absurdity!; Brian Vandenberg, PhD; 25-Aug-2024
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Rev. Brian, an ordained clergyperson in the Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster, will explore the Pastafarian Path to enlightenment. This spiritual journey does NOT require that you earnestly confess your transgressions and restrict your sex life to the “missionary” position; retreat into silence, meditating on your breath with a silly smile; en…
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Authentic Joy: Barriers, Boundaries and Beyond Yourself; Blake Marduk; 18-Aug-2024
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I took some time to interview several members of our organization about what brings joy to their lives. In doing so, I have been able to identify various commonalities that they’ve spoken about. After doing so I’ve divided these themes into Barriers, Boundaries, concepts that are beyond just yourself. In a time of political strife that many of our …
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Another Spectrum?? – What Asexuality Can Teach Us About Being Human Together; Rebecca Mackelprang; 11-Aug-2024
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After a short reflection on my own journey to embracing my aspec identity, this presentation will introduce the definition of Asexuality and several key terms. Asexuality will be discussed in the context of human diversity, amatonormativity, queer platonic and other “non-traditional” relationships, and various types of attraction. Emphasis will be …
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Abortion in Missouri: What’s Next and Why; Allison Hile, MA; 4-Aug-2024
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What if the ballot initiative reinstating Roe doesn’t pass? What if it does? What will be different for people seeking abortion care in Missouri? What has changed in the past two years since Roe fell? Get an inside view of what’s going on and what you can do.
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History of Antisemitism; Rabbi Scott Shafrin; 28-Jul-2024
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Hatred and bias against Jews as a people or ethnic group has existed for thousands of years. The Holocaust, in which the Nazis and their collaborators murdered six million Jews in Europe, was one of the worst examples. But antisemitism didn’t start or end with the Holocaust, and antisemitism in the modern world is both a prelude to, and inextricabl…
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Why Are We Here?; Amy Miller, MSW, Interim Director; 21-Jul-2024
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This is not “why are we here” in a “what is the meaning of life” kind of way, but -literally- why are we here together, on a Sunday, in this room? Why do we come here each week? What draws people to the Ethical Society and places like it? How can we maximize the potential for community-building and friendship here? What are the current needs of peo…
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Why We Believe Weird Things; Seth Andrews; 14-Jul-24
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Seth Andrews is a broadcaster, storyteller, author, activist, and public speaker best known as host of the popular website, podcast, and online community, The Thinking Atheist.
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Revolutionary Queer Joy; Ky Miller; 30-Jun-24
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Members of the LGBTQ+ community are frequently socialized in the context of “hard.” A copious amount of time is spent discussing how we face disproportionate levels of discrimination, higher rates of mental health challenges, and other hardships. However, we are more than the hurdles we face. Ky Miller will lead us through an exploratory celebratio…
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The Forgotten Trunk in the Attic; Galen Gritts; 23-Jun-24
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Missouri, like most states in the center of the U.S., has no extant tribes like some other states have. Therefore, the knowledge of either the history of Natives or the experience of contemporary Native Americans is one step further removed from people’s consciousness. Using startling facts as stepping stones to fascinating and forgotten stories, t…
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Father’s Day Platform; Amy Miller, MSW; 16-Jun-24
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As an analogue to our special Mother’s Day Platform last month, please join us for a special Father’s Day Platform. We will engage with reflections on themes of “fatherhood,” both what it is and what it could be: protection, wisdom, tenderness, strength. Interim Director Amy L. Miller will present a short talk while our musical guest will reflect m…
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Is Diet CULTure a cult?; Katie Thompson; 2-Jun-24
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Is Diet Culture actually a cult? And are most Americans signing on for an accidental membership in the cult? Is it possible that the majority of us have been indoctrinated with the powerful propaganda of this 90 billion dollar a year industry and we have little awareness that the same tactics used by high-control religious organizations and cults a…
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We Are the Leaders We Have Been Waiting For; Marvin Steele; 19-May-2024
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This presentation is driven by the necessity to seize the moment. The formula for flight is speed + thrust + lift – drag = Flight! Our region will never reach its full capacity unless we can mitigate the economic drag that plagues our Black and brown communities. That economic drag was caused by generations of (conscious and unconscious) disinvestm…
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Special “Mothering Day” Platform; Amy Miller, MSW, Interium Director, 12-May-2024
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Interim Director Amy L. Miller presents a special Platform honoring the values of unconditional positive regard, nurturing, love, and protection that are associated with the “mother,” (while leaving space for those who have complicated feelings about Mother’s Day).
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Climate Change – Culture Change; Jean Ponzi; 21-Apr-2024
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Facts, myths, and opportunities related to Earth’s climate and our species include key concepts of weather and climate, greenhouse gases, carbon footprints and policy options. St. Louis enviro-educator Green Jean Ponzi weaves these threads with perspective on human patterns and impacts toward finding paths to just, responsible action. Local example…
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In the Shadow of Empire: 100 Years of Settler Colonialism in Palestine; Sami Tayeb; 14-Apr-2024
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Contrary to common belief, the conflict in Palestine is not ancient nor is it religious. Rather, it’s the result of Western empires intervening to facilitate a settler colonial project in the Holy Land over the last 100 years. This talk will discuss the history of settler colonialism, what it looks like, and why it’s relevant when discussing Palest…
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Psychedelics - Hope or hype?; Joshua Siegel, MD; 7-Apr-2024
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An overview of psychedelic pharmacology and then a look into the clinical and neuroscientific data that have led to growing interest in psychedelics and psychedelic-assisted therapy.” Dr. Siegel will present the risks and challenges of psychedelics for treatment in mood and addiction disorders, and consider what impacts these treatments may have on…
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Missourians for Constitutional Freedom; Kennedy Moore; 24-Mar-2024
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This presentation will give a brief overview of the Missourians for Constitutional Freedom campaign. This campaign is to push a constitutional amendment that will end the cruel Missouri ban on abortion. Presentation attendees will hear more about the campaign, have an opportunity to sign the petition, and learn ways that they are able to plug in an…
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Pain, Power, Purpose: The Story of Us; Briana Morales; 17-Mar-2024
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Sixteen years ago, she was just a kid that didn’t want to live. Six years ago, she wasn’t sure if teaching was for her. 2023 Illinois Teacher of the Year Briana Morales shares candid moments from both personal life and a career dedicated to working with youth furthest from justice in an alternative setting to illustrate how the love and compassion …
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Rev. Blackmon v. Missouri; Denise Lieberman; 10-Mar-2024
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The legal battle over abortion rights in Missouri underscores a fundamental clash between religious beliefs and constitutional principles. Laws such as H.B. 126, passed in 2019, impose severe restrictions on abortion access under the guise of religious conviction, disregarding the diverse religious perspectives within the state. This legislation, t…
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Redefining ex-felons, and why you should go to prison…to see a play; Julie Antonic; 3-Mar-2024
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Arts organizations such as St. Louis’ Prison Performing Arts have nearly eliminated recidivism for participants that continue after confinement in their Prison Performing Arts Alumni Theater Company. Through personal experience of going from nursing professor to drug addict, our speaker Julie Antonic will share how this arts organization transforme…
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The Light In Me Sees The Light In You; Amy Miller, MSW; 25-Feb-2024
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In a time of global strife, staying in touch with one’s own humanity and the humanity of others becomes ever more important. Join Interim Director Amy L. Miller to discuss healthy ways to communicate with each other, celebrate our differences, and be in community.
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