In this episode, we present Part 2/2, the Philosophy Survey, an alAndar first, which aims at asking and exploring basic yet fundamental questions in philosophy, and, therefore, vital in the understanding and appreciation of the human condition. Jim and Marcos, after exploring meaning, epistemology,and ethics in Part 1, now contemplate God. Who is God? What is God? Does He exist? Why so? Why not? And why does it matter? Listen to the full episode to learn more. Andamos!

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(0:44) Beginning theme

(1:14) Episode intro, context

(3:36) Q1: Do you believe in God? And what does that mean to you?

(22:10) Q2: What's the strongest argument against the existence of God?

(42:27) Q3: Bonus: Would you take the blue or red pill in The Matrix?

(45:05) Q4: What's the strongest argument in favor of the existence of God?

(1:07:41) Conclusion

(1:09:05) Ending theme

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Marcos and Jim, as independent artists, need and greatly appreciate your support. Consider adding the podcast to your favorite podcatcher, leaving a comment, and/or sharing it with people you think would like it! We thank you, the Andarians and the Andariane! And let's make meaning on the way!

#alAndar #Philosophy #Survey #PhilosophySurvey #Socrates

MARCOS' LINKS

- Bandcamp: https://marcosdelaguagua.bandcamp.com/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcos_de_la_guagua/

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marcosdelaguagua

- Website: www.MarcosdelaGuagua.com

- X: https://twitter.com/delaguagua

JIM'S LINKS

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimnog/

- Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimnog

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jimnog27

- Website: www.JamesNoguera.com

- X: https://twitter.com/jimnog

CREDITS:

- Art: James Noguera

- Music: Marcos de la Guagua & Jim Nog

- Episode edit: James Noguera

- Show notes: James Noguera

DISCLAIMER:

While Marcos and Jim may discuss political or religious topics, the main focus of the podcast is to talk about and share art. Silence or absence of opinion from one doesn't imply agreement or endorsement of the other's stance.

In this episode, Part 1 of a philosophical survey, Jim and Marcos answer some of the most difficult and fundamental questions in philosophy. The purpose is to give a general overview of Jim and Marcos' opinions on important questions, not so much because they're experts, they're not; but because these questions are important; and by exploring them together, we may better learn about life, what it's about, and why it's important. Listen to the full episode to learn more. Andamos!

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(0:39) Beginning theme

(1:10) Episode intro, context, outline

(12:26) Q1: What is meaningful?

(30:55) Q2: What is knowledge? It is possible?

(52:13) Q3: What is morality?

(1:14:29) Q4: What is morally good?

(1:25:55) Ending Theme

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Marcos and Jim, as independent artists, need and greatly appreciate your support. Consider adding the podcast to your favorite podcatcher, leaving a comment, and/or sharing it with people you think would like it! We thank you, the Andarians and the Andariane! And let's make meaning on the way!

#alAndar #Philosophy #Survey #PhilosophySurvey #Socrates

MARCOS' LINKS

- Bandcamp: https://marcosdelaguagua.bandcamp.com/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcos_de_la_guagua/

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marcosdelaguagua

- Website: www.MarcosdelaGuagua.com

- X: https://twitter.com/delaguagua

JIM'S LINKS

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimnog/

- Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimnog

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jimnog27

- Website: www.JamesNoguera.com

- X: https://twitter.com/jimnog

CREDITS:

- Art: James Noguera

- Music: Marcos de la Guagua & Jim Nog

- Episode edit: James Noguera

- Show notes: James Noguera

DISCLAIMER:

While Marcos and Jim may discuss political or religious topics, the main focus of the podcast is to talk about and share art. Silence or absence of opinion from one doesn't imply agreement or endorsement of the other's stance.

Marcos shares personal details about his struggle for creative control amid neurodivergent dissonance. As an ADHD-er, Marcos struggles for focus amid a storm of creative effusion. Can Jim relate? What is there to learn through these personal experessions of vulnerability and struggle? Find out on alAndar! Andamos!

Correction: The Poet's Cafe featuring your hosts Marcos de la Guaua and James Noguera will take place on May 8, 2025 at the Bronx Community College Writing Center (Sage Hall, Room 100) from 12pm-2pm. All are welcome.

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(0:53) Episode intro & context

(6:24) Artist as CEO, vs. as farmer, vs. as forager

(16:12) PIC 1

(29:44) PIC 2 & 3

(53:12) Efforts at organization

(1:16:07) Findings & implications

(1:21:31) Ending Theme

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Marcos and Jim, as independent artists, need and greatly appreciate your support. Consider adding the podcast to your favorite podcatcher, leaving a comment, and/or sharing it with people you think would like it! We thank you, the Andarians and the Andariane! And let's make meaning on the way!

#alAndar #CreativeControl #Neurodiversity #ADHD #Productivity

MARCOS' LINKS

- Bandcamp: https://marcosdelaguagua.bandcamp.com/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcos_de_la_guagua/

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marcosdelaguagua

- Website: www.MarcosdelaGuagua.com

- X: https://twitter.com/delaguagua

JIM'S LINKS

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimnog/

- Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimnog

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jimnog27

- Website: www.JamesNoguera.com

- X: https://twitter.com/jimnog

CREDITS:

- Art: James Noguera

- Music: Marcos de la Guagua & Jim Nog

- Episode edit: James Noguera

- Show notes: James Noguera

DISCLAIMER:

While Marcos and Jim may discuss political or religious topics, the main focus of the podcast is to talk about and share art. Silence or absence of opinion from one doesn't imply agreement or endorsement of the other's stance.