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  • From Acting to Nirvana: Shruti Seth, the Changemaker

    From Acting to Nirvana: Shruti Seth, the Changemaker
    2025/10/14
    In this heartfelt episode, Shruti Seth joins longtime friends to reflect on childhood fame, public perception, and her shift toward psychology and mental wellness. They discuss parenting, social media, loneliness, and the power of mindfulness offering candid insights, laughter, and wisdom on navigating modern life, identity, and the quest for happiness. 01:51 The Reality of Aging and Public Perception 06:31 Pursuing Psychology and Mental Health 11:52 Parenting and Cultural Differences 29:47 Consumer Culture and Self-Worth 37:12 Questioning Life's Paradigms 37:44 Finding Solitude and Silence 39:59 Mindfulness and Meditation 45:54 The Role of Technology and AI 46:53 The Impact of Social Media 50:30 The Importance of Self-Reflection 01:06:12 Navigating Relationships and Suffering
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    1 時間 11 分
  • From Acting to Nirvana: Shruti Seth, the Changemaker

    From Acting to Nirvana: Shruti Seth, the Changemaker
    2025/10/14
    In this heartfelt episode, Shruti Seth joins longtime friends to reflect on childhood fame, public perception, and her shift toward psychology and mental wellness. They discuss parenting, social media, loneliness, and the power of mindfulness offering candid insights, laughter, and wisdom on navigating modern life, identity, and the quest for happiness. 01:51 The Reality of Aging and Public Perception 06:31 Pursuing Psychology and Mental Health 11:52 Parenting and Cultural Differences 29:47 Consumer Culture and Self-Worth 37:12 Questioning Life's Paradigms 37:44 Finding Solitude and Silence 39:59 Mindfulness and Meditation 45:54 The Role of Technology and AI 46:53 The Impact of Social Media 50:30 The Importance of Self-Reflection 01:06:12 Navigating Relationships and Suffering
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    1 時間 11 分
  • Scroll, Post, Destroy: The Digital Recklessness of 'Careless People'

    Scroll, Post, Destroy: The Digital Recklessness of 'Careless People'
    2025/10/03
    In this episode, the hosts unpack Careless People by Sarah Van Willem, a searing critique of social media giants like Facebook and Meta. They discuss corporate hypocrisy, manipulation tactics, and real-world consequences including the Rohingya crisis, while reflecting on their own digital habits in a thought-provoking look at power, ethics, and technology. 00:00 Introduction 01:20 Facebook Friends and Privacy Concerns 02:07 Critique of the Author and Meta's Policies 02:54 Meta's Global Influence and Ethical Issues 07:15 Cheryl Sandberg's Controversial Leadership 13:44 The Dark Side of Social Media Algorithms 20:23 Personal Reflections and Social Media Detox
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    24 分
  • Romance.exe Has Crashed

    Romance.exe Has Crashed
    2025/09/26
    This episode delves into the dark side of emotional AI, revealing real cases where chatbots led to tragic outcomes such as suicide, misdirection, and emotional manipulation. It explores how AI blurs the line between real and artificial connection, raising urgent questions about the dehumanizing impact on relationships and society. 00:00 Tragic Consequences of AI Encouragement 00:26 Understanding Modern Dating Terms 00:52 Exploring Grok and AI Companions 01:41 The Dangers of Falling for AI 03:02 AI Companions vs. Human Interaction 04:57 The Comfort of AI Companions 06:33 The Dark Side of AI Relationships 08:07 The Future of AI and Human Relationships 10:18 Artificial Happiness and AI 16:11 Polyamorous AI Relationships
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    17 分
  • The Growing Strain: Why Younger Generations Struggle to Care for the Elderly

    The Growing Strain: Why Younger Generations Struggle to Care for the Elderly
    2025/09/18
    Are we getting more stubborn or are the elders getting more stubborn? Are we in the middle of an elderly care crisis? Why does the younger generation not want to associate with their parents anymore?
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    24 分
  • What Started as Retail Therapy Turned Into a Full-Blown Obsession

    What Started as Retail Therapy Turned Into a Full-Blown Obsession
    2025/09/05
    In this episode, we dive into the wild world of online shopping obsessions and the rise of Compulsive Buying Disorder (CBD). From midnight scrolls to surprise packages you forgot you ordered, we break down how Amazon, Instagram, and influencers are messing with your brain and share fun, practical tips to break the “Add to Cart” habit. 01:29 Impact of Social Media on Shopping Habits 02:07 COVID-19 and the Surge in Online Shopping 03:18 The Dopamine Hit from Shopping 04:36 Designer Labels and Shopping Fatigue 05:50 The Temptation of Online Sales 06:36 Compulsive Buying Disorder Symptoms 11:45 The Influence of Beauty and Fashion Influencers 17:03 Overcoming the Urge to Shop
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    23 分
  • Ghosting, Flaking, Zero Accountability: The Pet Peeves Rant

    Ghosting, Flaking, Zero Accountability: The Pet Peeves Rant
    2025/08/29
    Everyone's got their pet peeves. What is the solution for this other than wanting to call people out on it. How do you deal with it?
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    36 分
  • Future Foretold? Baba Vanga and the World Ahead

    Future Foretold? Baba Vanga and the World Ahead
    2025/08/21
    We dive into the mysterious life and predictions of Baba Vanga, the blind Bulgarian mystic. From Brexit and ISIS to alien invasions and synthetic organs, we explore how her eerie forecasts connect to today’s world. With curiosity and humor, we blend mysticism, modernity, and a glimpse into our possible future in this Not Your Aunty episode. We discuss her major forecasts, including the rise of ISIS, Brexit, Fukushima disaster, and even potential future events like alien invasions and interstellar travel. We also contemplate the implications of Baba Vanga's prophecies on modern life and global events, while adding light-hearted commentary on topics like robotic integration, synthetic organs, and the evolution of human society. 00:00 Introduction to Not Your Aunty 00:16 Baba Vanga's Predictions: Past and Present 02:08 Alien Invasions and Space Travel 04:07 Future Predictions: Climate Change and Society 06:28 Synthetic Organs and Technological Advances 08:12 Nature's Revival and Artificial Sun 08:51 Human-Robotic Integration and Coffee Raves 10:06 Extraterrestrial Sea Society and Octopus Intelligence 10:48 Paul the Octopus and Predictions 11:31 Future Autonomous Underwater Communities 11:50 Climate Change and the Cooling Sun 12:33 Digital Avatars and Future Human Evolution 13:12 Global Conflicts and Natural Disasters 15:11 Astrological Predictions for 2025-2028 18:21 Positive Predictions for 2026 20:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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    22 分