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What happens to consciousness when we fall asleep?
And why does the mind keep creating stories when the body is at rest?

In this episode, we explore dreaming as one of the most mysterious expressions of consciousness. From vivid narratives to fragmented images, dreams reveal a version of the mind that feels both familiar and completely foreign..

We talk about what dreams might tell us about awareness, identity, memory, and the unconscious; and whether dreaming is a different state of consciousness or simply consciousness without external limits ?

Rather than searching for definitive answers, this episode invites curiosity. Because maybe dreams aren’t meant to be solved.

Only experienced.

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In this second episode of our mind series, we explore one of the most debated questions in human thought: How much of our “free will” is actually ours?

From the shaping force of our upbringing to the subtle expectations of society, we reflect on how environments sculpt our choices long before we’re aware of them. We discuss Robert Sapolsky’s provocative challenge to free will; drawing from his book Determined, and contrast it with Daniel Dennett’s more hopeful, compatibilist view...

Together, these perspectives open a deeper conversation about agency, responsibility, and the invisible threads that guide our decisions. Rather than offering a final answer, this episode invites you to rethink what it truly means to choose 🙌

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In this first episode of our three-part series on consciousness, we open the door to one of the oldest and most mysterious questions humans have ever asked: What does it really mean to be aware?

Together, we explore the layers of the conscious and unconscious mind, how our perceptions are shaped, and why understanding our inner world matters more than we think. This isn’t a lecture; it’s a gentle, reflective conversation, grounded in philosophy, psychology, and some neuroscience.

Whether you’re here to question everything or simply to understand yourself a little better, this episode sets the foundation for a deeper journey. The next two episodes will take us further beneath the surface 🙌

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In this episode, we dive into a question almost everyone quietly asks themselves: why is reading becoming so hard? We explore it from every angle ; from the history of how humans first started reading, to how our brains evolved with storytelling, to the modern distractions that pull our attention in a hundred different directions...

We talk about how technology reshaped our reading habits, how the paradox of choice leaves us overwhelmed before we even pick up a book, and why deep reading feels almost impossible in an age of endless notifications. We even look at the cultural shifts, the psychology behind attention, and how reading used to be a slow, communal act rather than a productivity goal.

This episode isn’t a preachy READ MORE lecture; it’s a journey. A colorful one. A mix of history, a bit of science, personal reflection, and honest conversation about the state of our minds today. If you’ve ever wondered why you can binge a 3 hour podcast but struggle to read 3 pages, this one will make you feel seen 😊

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Language is one of the most human things about us; but we rarely stop to think about how it actually works. In this episode, we explore language from every angle: how writing changed the way we think, how our biology shaped the way we tell stories, and how culture, identity, and even power are woven into the words we use every day.

We touch on the big ideas from linguistics in simple, human language; how children learn to speak, why every language has its own rhythm, and why multilingual people sometimes feel like different versions of themselves. We also talk about storytelling, memory, and the invisible rules our brains follow whenever we speak.

If you’ve ever wondered why language feels so natural yet so complicated, or how it shapes the person you’ve become, this episode is for you 🫶🏿

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In this episode of Beyond The Surface, we explore one of the oldest and most intimate questions: What does it actually mean to be human?
Not in a philosophical textbook sense; but in a real, lived, everyday way...

We talk about self-awareness, deep emotions, the messiness of being alive, and that quiet inner tension W.E.B. Du Bois once called double consciousness 'The feeling of seeing yourself through your own eyes and the world’s eyes at the same time.'

From the beauty of vulnerability to the weight of insecurity, from identity to connection, this episode is an invitation to reflect on the parts of ourselves we often ignore. It’s honest, grounded, and rooted in real human experience.

If you’ve ever paused for a second and wondered who you are beneath all the roles, expectations, and noise; This conversation is for you 🫶🏿

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In this episode of Beyond The Surface, we dive into how social media is quietly reshaping the way we talk, listen, and connect. From the illusion of “being connected” to the rise of shallow conversations, we unpack the subtle shifts happening in our communication today.

Drawing on Sherry Turkle’s powerful insights and Paul Grice’s conversational maxims, we explore why our interactions feel more fragmented, why attention has become a rare currency, and how digital habits influence the quality of our relationships.

Together, we break down the psychology, the philosophy, and the real-life consequences of living in a world where online presence often replaces genuine presence.

Whether you’re a creator, a thinker, or just someone trying to communicate better, this episode will make you rethink the way you talk to the people you care about...

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Despite all our progress, inequality keeps rising; not just economically, but socially and politically too. It’s almost as if the gap between the powerful and the powerless has become an accepted part of modern democracy. But should it be?

This episode dives into the hidden connection between wealth and democracy & how money doesn’t just buy comfort, but influence. We’ll explore how the concentration of wealth shapes political power, how economic frustration weakens trust in democratic systems, and why some voices in society grow louder while others fade into silence...

Through the lenses of sociology, economics, and psychology, we’ll try to uncover how inequality subtly shapes our sense of justice, belonging, and participation. Does democracy still serve the people, or has it become a system that protects privilege??? And if democracy was meant to be the great equalizer, what happens when the scales tip too far?!

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