Divorce after 12 years. I tripped on cannabis. I became a mystic.Visual diary: @codyjensen on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can we overcome ignorance? (Multiple Intelligence Theory)

Oct 1st, 2020 49m 53s

Are toxic and unhealed relationships keeping us from growing? In this episode, Cody lays out his theory on why he believes the answer is yes. Drawing from Multiple Intelligence Theory, the brain's Default Mode Network, the evolutionary science

Margin, Limits, & Mental Capacity

Sep 10th, 2020 51m 8s

In this episode of Deeply Curious, we discuss how we all have limitations and capacities in our life and the benefits of creating margin. Learning how to be a better human is a never-ending process. This episode is the first of a series discuss

Women Who Run With The Wolves

Aug 6th, 2020 48m 23s

In this episode, we discuss a book Sarah is reading, women who run with the wolves. Clarissa Pinkola Estes, a Jungian psychologist and cantadora (keeper of stories) lays out what the wild woman archetype is through myths and legends. What would

Bonus

BONUS: Life Update - Where have we been?

Jul 15th, 2020 41m 21s

This is a bonus episode for those who are wondering where we’ve been and what we’re doing now! We talk about our move from Portland to Tulsa, getting stuck in our hometown during quarantine, and how we’re hoping to move forward. If you’re inter

You Become What You Hate

Jul 15th, 2020 56m 55s

In this episode of Deeply Curious, we present the idea of becoming what you hate, and discuss what that means, what it looks like, and how to not let it happen. With the year we’re having, we thought it would be wise for all of us to stop and a

Digital Minimalism

Mar 24th, 2020 1h 4m

In this episode of Deeply Curious, we discuss the principles of Cal Newport’s newest book, Digital Minimalism, while also discussing some of the best ways to use your free time since we’ve all suddenly got a lot of it. Hosted on Acast. See acas

The Dangers of Dualism

Feb 11th, 2020 1h 1m

Have you noticed how dualistic our culture has become? In this episode we discuss what dualistic thinking is, how dangerous it can be, and how to change it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Crisis Averted

Feb 4th, 2020 53m 42s

Cody's existential crisis has been averted and, in this episode, he shares what caused the crisis, what led him out of it, and a vision for the future. We discuss the importance of finding silence and solitude, the mystery of the universe that

Vulnerability at Play

Jan 23rd, 2020 1h 3m

Is enthusiasm the most vulnerable emotion? Can we truly enjoy life if we care what others think? What are the things that are keeping us from engaging in play? Is irony a symptom of vulnerability? We discus these questions and a couple things w

The Art of Becoming

Jan 14th, 2020 1h 6m

We are all, whether we're aware of it or not, becoming someone. The question is, are you going to be proud of who that is? Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Club for exclusive content and to support the art you love.AmazonSupport the show by u

Are People Evil?

Nov 12th, 2019 59m 1s

In this episode, Cody and Sarah discuss whether people can be inherently evil. Do we do things out of malicious intent? Or are most of us just seeking to find happiness and security that sometimes comes at a cost to others?Jensen AV Club -Join

Redefining Greatness

Oct 29th, 2019 1h 10m

In this episode, Cody talks about his continued journey through an existential crisis. He recently read a book that is challenging his thoughts on pursuing greatness and even work itself.Garden City by John Mark Comer - https://geni.us/YtfBb7Je

A Case for Reading

Oct 22nd, 2019 1h 7m

In this episode, Sarah attempts to make her case as to why you should be reading. And not just business, self-help, informational books, but stories. Essays, memoirs, novels, and poetry. Stories are the key.Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Cl

Things Learned on the Road

Oct 15th, 2019 59m 23s

This summer we have driven over 9000 miles, crossing the country almost 3 times. That's a lot of time looking out the widow wondering why certain things look the way they do or why we did the road just make an S curve in the middle of an open f

We're Shameful Animals

Oct 1st, 2019 1h 12m

Are we all just animals? Did Epicurus have it right? Where does shame fit in to the narrative? We talk about all of this and more with our guest, Amber Day!Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Club for exclusive content and to support the art you

Feeling Feelings

Sep 17th, 2019 1h

In this episode we talk about a column written by Oliver Burkeman on avoiding pain, whether by being too sensitive or having too thick of skin, and our experiences of being opposites - Cody a thinker and Sarah a feeler.Jensen AV Club -Join the

The Pursuit of Freedom

Aug 27th, 2019 1h 6m

We're talking freedom. Is it truly freedom if you have act within the bounds of social criticism? Are you free if you're a slave to your own desires? Have we been truly liberated or just merely liberalized?Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Clu

The Pursuit of Cool

Aug 13th, 2019 1h 1m

The pursuit of cool. We all know it. Irony, sarcasm, only drinking 3rd wave coffee. In this episode we talk about the pursuit of cool and what it costs us. Is it really worth it?Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Club for exclusive content and

The Myth of Risk

Aug 6th, 2019 1h 17m

In this episode, we talk a little about what we think risk is, how important it is to take risks, and the "risk" we took in moving to New York City, and then to Portland.Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Club for exclusive content and to suppo

26 Day Road Trip

Jul 23rd, 2019 1h 7m

In this episode we recap our experience of taking a 26 day road trip across America. Starting in NYC and ending in Portland.Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Club for exclusive content and to support the art you love.AmazonSupport the show by

The Beauty of the In-Between

Jun 25th, 2019 1h 3m

In this episode we talk with our mentor and friend, Matt Nelson, about his new book, The Beauty of the In-Between. We do our best to avoid obscurity, but it's often in obscurity that we learn who we truly are. How can we learn to embrace the in

Avoiding Burnout - Life Update

Jun 11th, 2019 51m 36s

The last episode in NYC! We talk about what we've been up to, future plans, and why we haven't published a video in over a month.Jensen AV Club -Join the Jensen AV Club for exclusive content and to support the art you love.AmazonSupport the sho

Emotions & Anxiety with Dr. Soph

May 28th, 2019 1h 20m

We talk to clinical psychologist, Dr. Soph, about understanding our emotions, anxiety, social media, getting enough sleep, and how the fight or flight response is linked to all of these things.Dr. Soph: Website – InstagramJensen AV Club -Join t

Growing Up Female in America

May 21st, 2019 1h 20m

Sarah just read Fear of Flying by Erica Jong and had a lot to say about it. The book is all about what it means to be a female in America. Set in the 1950s, published in the 1970s, and still true today. So we ask the questions and discuss the n