Episode 50 – Open Pod Ruminations about Common Sense with Danielson

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-iza2n-e957f7

In this open pod (open mic) episode, part 2 of a possible 3 in a series on Common Sense, I hand over the discussion, without introduction, to Danielson to share his ruminations about common sense and politics or maybe more aptly the politics of common sense.  Danielson brings to the conversation some “hmm” thoughts that seem really relevant especially as the time arrives for our neighbours down south to prepare for an upcoming election.  For instance, what is the relationship between common sense and voting in a Democracy?  What is the relationship between common sense and social activism especially when a government in power does not even acknowledge at its national convention racial inequalities?  As an example to be applauded, creatively, the collective (common) sense of some concerned souls in the NBA has grown and expanded from raising consciousness by wearing team jerseys about a critical cause (BLACK LIVES MATTER) to boycotting play-off games and culminated into a partnership to make Dodger Stadium a polling station for the November 3 election in the USA.  Having raised the above questions, I want to take a moment to again state the obvious: ¨I do not have a monopoly on the truth.  I am just some guy hoping to encourage others to think critically.” 

Here are some additional resources that could be helpful in terms of figuring out how to move forward with respect to making sense of common sense.

Resources:

1) ¨Common sense is neither common nor sense,¨ by Jim Taylor.  This article appeared in Psychology Today and provides 4 things to do to engage in thinking that is more ¨sensical.¨ Click here to check out the article … https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-power-prime/201107/common-sense-is-neither-common-nor-sense

2) ¨Black athletes expected to stand against racism alone – and they shouldn´t.¨ This is an opinion piece by Morgan Campbell an provides a demonstration of the expanding spirit of common sense among NBA players into the ¨commons¨ of all people.  Click here to form your own conclusions … https://www.cbc.ca/sports/opinion-nba-playoff-walkout-morgan-campbell-1.5702839

Peace, be well, take care and share

Episode 49 – Trying to make sense of common sense

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-eqkyg-e705ec

In this episode, I wrestle with the relative and universal qualities of common sense.  While I do not have anything definitive to offer, I still believe there is value in having conversations that generate questions, even in the absence of answers.  It is a “seed” conversation about an “idea in flow.”  Additionally, I introduce some preliminary thoughts about something I call, “The Tendencies of Truth.”  The episode is comprised of several dialogue snippets I threaded together first between myself and Captain Jack and then myself and Danielson, two of my spiritual brothers.  I hope you do not get lost in the final synthesis.     

T-shirt idea: “So, what do you think?”

The 5 Tendencies of Truth (Hopeful Humanist Formulation of Truth):

1) One tends to believe that which feels to be true.

2) One tends to believe that which validates one’s personal experience.

3) One tends to believe that which has practical utility.

4) One tends to believe that which has convergence.

5) One tends to believe that which opens itself up to scrutiny

Showcase Resources:

1) Check out this Ted Talk from Duncan Watts to see his take on Common Sense at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9XF0QOzWM0

2) In the following video the narrator takes a strong stance on what a lack of common sense looks like.  Click on this link to see where you stand on the position presented – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5IyMSlvvTcc

The Parting Question — “So, what do you think?”

 

Episode 48 – The New Covid-19 “Bubble World” of Professional Sports and Virtual Spectators

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-hp5rc-e55dc7

In this episode, I talk about an idea worth writing about.  I have attached the article that sparked for me a number of interesting questions about the impact of covid-19 on professional sports.  I leave my meandering thoughts with this question: So what do you think?  Is it in fact an idea worth writing about?  If so, maybe it is time for you to “Blog it or Vlog it!”  

 

News Article: 

1) Raptors restart NBA season with win over Lakers: https://www.cbc.ca/sports/basketball/nba/toronto-raptors-la-lakers-nba-restart-aug-1-1.5671738

 

Thanks for allowing me stumble along with this idea in flow.