web01.fireside.fm Sat, 16 May 2026 06:10:57 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Pros & Concepts - Episodes Tagged with “Politics” https://conceptspod.fireside.fm/tags/politics Thu, 07 Mar 2024 14:00:00 -0500 Phil and Steve introduce and discuss ideas that are relevant to the modern world, focusing on topics that primarily deal with society, psychology, philosophy, and technology. en-us episodic The podcast that introduces and explains concepts that are relevant to our world Phil Shea and Steve Rose Phil and Steve introduce and discuss ideas that are relevant to the modern world, focusing on topics that primarily deal with society, psychology, philosophy, and technology. no psychology, philosophy, sociology, science, social sciences, self-development, educational Phil Shea and Steve Rose conceptswithphilandsteve@gmail.com Episode 58: Limbic Capitalism - Make Everything Addictive! https://conceptspod.fireside.fm/58 b23e9211-26ab-42f8-9e30-855d8c44c147 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 14:00:00 -0500 Phil Shea and Steve Rose full Phil Shea and Steve Rose In this episode, Steve and Phil discuss how corporations make us addicted so they can extract as much as profit possible. 54:10 no <p><strong>Please leave us a review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/fm/podcast/concepts/id1555495791" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">apple podcasts!</a></strong></p> <p>For this episode's show notes, <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/?p=370" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">click here</a> or go to <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://conceptspodcast.com/</a></p> <p>Reach out to us at <a href="mailto:ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com</a>! </p> addiction, dependence, dependency, gambling, philosophy, politics, psychology, sociology Please leave us a review on apple podcasts!

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]]> Episode 57: Behavioral Addiction - When Behaviors Are Like Drugs https://conceptspod.fireside.fm/57 6516c36d-17f9-4e7c-af29-a7a880b05327 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0500 Phil Shea and Steve Rose full Phil Shea and Steve Rose In this episode, Steve explains the difference between Addiction and Dependency, and that it means to be addicted to something that isn't a psychoactive substance. We talk about the meteoric rise of online gambling, specifically sports gambling, in recent years. 1:21:56 no <p><strong>Please leave us a review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/fm/podcast/concepts/id1555495791" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">apple podcasts!</a></strong></p> <p>For this episode's show notes, <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/?p=362" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">click here</a> or go to <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://conceptspodcast.com/</a></p> <p>Reach out to us at <a href="mailto:ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com</a>! </p> philosophy, sociology, psychology, politics, gambling, addiction, dependency, dependence Please leave us a review on apple podcasts!

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]]> Episode 56: Freedom - The Misled Right-Wing Rallying Cry w/That Dang Dad https://conceptspod.fireside.fm/56 f4eb017d-92a6-421c-bdea-ce6281cc7adc Wed, 06 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0500 Phil Shea and Steve Rose full Phil Shea and Steve Rose In this episode, Phil and Steve welcome "That Dang Dad" (aka Phil) to join us in discussing Freedom. Phil is a former police officer who has since become a police abolitionist. We discuss the concepts of positive and negative freedom, among many other perspectives informed by his time as an office of the law. 1:08:05 no <p><strong>Please leave us a review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/fm/podcast/concepts/id1555495791" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">apple podcasts!</a></strong></p> <p>For this episode's show notes, <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/?p=357" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">click here</a> or go to <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://conceptspodcast.com/</a></p> <p>Reach out to us at <a href="mailto:ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com</a>! </p> philosophy, sociology, community, belonging, psychology, political science, politics, policing Please leave us a review on apple podcasts!

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]]> Episode 54: Boots Theory – Being Poor Costs More https://conceptspod.fireside.fm/54 778ef1bb-f385-468a-bb0c-617e2178e27c Thu, 01 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0400 Phil Shea and Steve Rose full Phil Shea and Steve Rose You're shivering, huddled under your thin, discount-store jacket as the winter wind slices through it. Meanwhile, a woman walks by, snug and warm in her expensive, high-quality coat that will last her for years. It dawns on you: she pays more upfront, yet less in the long run. Your bargain coat, replaced each year, costs you more over time. A vivid reminder of economic disparity, articulated through contrasting experiences of the same cold wind. This is the Boots Theory of Economics. 40:29 no <p><strong>Please leave us a review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/fm/podcast/concepts/id1555495791" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">apple podcasts!</a></strong></p> <p>For this episode's show notes, <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/?p=348" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">click here</a> or go to <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://conceptspodcast.com/</a></p> <p>Reach out to us at <a href="mailto:ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com</a>! </p> philosophy, sociology, community, belonging, psychology, careers, political science, politics, urban planning Please leave us a review on apple podcasts!

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]]> Episode 53: Third Places – Where Everybody Knows Your Name https://conceptspod.fireside.fm/53 1e34819c-cc65-4130-907a-cd3ca3a8c5ef Mon, 08 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400 Phil Shea and Steve Rose full Phil Shea and Steve Rose You step out of the daily grind, leaving behind the familiar walls of home and office. Eager for connection and a breath of fresh air, you wander into a local "third place" – those magical spaces where community thrives. From cozy cafes to bustling parks, these vibrant havens offer a sanctuary for your soul, a chance to ignite your curiosity, and an opportunity to forge unforgettable connections. 52:43 no <p><strong>Please leave us a review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/fm/podcast/concepts/id1555495791" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">apple podcasts!</a></strong></p> <p>For this episode's show notes, <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/?p=345" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">click here</a> or go to <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://conceptspodcast.com/</a></p> <p>Reach out to us at <a href="mailto:ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com</a>! </p> philosophy, sociology, community, belonging, psychology, careers, political science, politics, urban planning Please leave us a review on apple podcasts!

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]]> Episode 52: Quiet Quitting – Corpo Propaganda in the Remote Age https://conceptspod.fireside.fm/52 f18b183f-ccdc-460a-93b9-e95f336ca196 Sun, 16 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0400 Phil Shea and Steve Rose full Phil Shea and Steve Rose In this episode, we discuss Quiet Quitting, which can be defined as: "a specific, often spontaneous or grassroots application of work-to-rule tactics. Despite the name, the philosophy of quiet quitting is not connected to quitting a job outright, but rather, employees avoid going above and beyond at work by doing the bare minimum required and engage in work-related activities solely within defined work hours." 36:52 no <p><strong>Please leave us a review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/fm/podcast/concepts/id1555495791" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">apple podcasts!</a></strong></p> <p>For this episode's show notes, <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/?p=340" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">click here</a> or go to <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://conceptspodcast.com/</a></p> <p>Reach out to us at <a href="mailto:ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com</a>! </p> philosophy, psychology, careers, political science, politics Please leave us a review on apple podcasts!

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]]> Episode 51: Sanctuary Trauma – When Support Isn't Supportive https://conceptspod.fireside.fm/51 553b4e98-7a1d-401f-88f5-84f29e80ff84 Tue, 15 Nov 2022 15:00:00 -0500 Phil Shea and Steve Rose full Phil Shea and Steve Rose In this episode, Steve leads the charge to discuss the concept of Sanctuary Trauma which “occurs when an individual who suffered a severe stressor next encounters what was expected to be a supportive and protective environment’ and discovers only more trauma.” 44:20 no <p><strong>Please leave us a review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/fm/podcast/concepts/id1555495791" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">apple podcasts!</a></strong></p> <p>For this episode's show notes, <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/?p=334" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">click here</a> or go to <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://conceptspodcast.com/</a></p> <p>Reach out to us at <a href="mailto:ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com</a>! </p> philosophy, psychology, personal development, political science, politics Please leave us a review on apple podcasts!

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]]> Episode 50: Pain w/Zoe Bee — How Do Politics Paint our Perspective on Pain? https://conceptspod.fireside.fm/50 35c31f02-7c74-44b3-a1ee-4c5cc8a8cda3 Tue, 01 Nov 2022 18:00:00 -0400 Phil Shea and Steve Rose full Phil Shea and Steve Rose In this episode, we have the amazing Zoe Bee on to discuss the idea of Pain, focusing on how political stances view and address it. We concisely define pain as: Physical and mental suffering. 1:01:44 no <p><strong>Please leave us a review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/fm/podcast/concepts/id1555495791" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">apple podcasts!</a></strong></p> <p>For this episode's show notes, <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/?p=328" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">click here</a> or go to <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://conceptspodcast.com/</a></p> <p>Reach out to us at <a href="mailto:ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com</a>! </p> philosophy, psychology, personal development, political science, politics Please leave us a review on apple podcasts!

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]]> Episode 42: Decadence - Societal Depression and its Symptoms https://conceptspod.fireside.fm/42 60f7ef3c-f7a8-4920-ac20-2962d8f9f239 Tue, 05 Jul 2022 12:00:00 -0400 Phil Shea and Steve Rose full Phil Shea and Steve Rose In this episode, Phil goes through an existential crisis spurred by the research for this episode, discussing what decadence is, what the symptoms are, and what can be done about it. 53:35 no <p>For this episode's show notes, <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/?p=282" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">click here</a> or go to <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://conceptspodcast.com/</a></p> <p>Reach out to us at <a href="mailto:ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com</a>! </p> philosophy, psychology, sociology, politics, political science, polisci, community For this episode's show notes, click here or go to https://conceptspodcast.com/

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]]> Episode 41: Laziness - An Unmotivated Concept https://conceptspod.fireside.fm/41 f7c993be-3cf7-4b45-914e-36d278b177dd Tue, 21 Jun 2022 14:00:00 -0400 Phil Shea and Steve Rose full Phil Shea and Steve Rose In this episode, Steve leads the conversation to do with the idea of Laziness, whether it exists, what should be labeled as "lazy", and how to better approach these problems. 48:35 no <p>For this episode's show notes, <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/?p=277" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">click here</a> or go to <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://conceptspodcast.com/</a></p> <p>Reach out to us at <a href="mailto:ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ConceptsWithPhilAndSteve@gmail.com</a>! </p> philosophy, psychology, sociology, politics For this episode's show notes, click here or go to https://conceptspodcast.com/

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]]> Episode 28: Historiography ft. Matt Beat - The Ever-Changing Past https://conceptspod.fireside.fm/28 0a83c047-7361-423a-8929-25b790a554d3 Wed, 08 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0500 Phil Shea and Steve Rose full Phil Shea and Steve Rose In this episode, we welcome Mr. Beat, a Youtuber who focuses on American history and politics. We discuss Historiography - the study of how we understand history and how it's an ever-evolving process. 54:08 no <p>For this episode's show notes, <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/?p=194" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">click here</a> or go to <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://conceptspodcast.com/</a> </p> history, historiography, epistemology, philosophy, politics, science For this episode's show notes, click here or go to https://conceptspodcast.com/

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]]> Episode 27: Naive Realism - I'm Right; You're Misinformed, Evil, and Stupid https://conceptspod.fireside.fm/27 1b14f883-2696-4d8f-b2a5-9c9e3e2e8bb3 Mon, 22 Nov 2021 16:00:00 -0500 Phil Shea and Steve Rose full Phil Shea and Steve Rose Phil introduces the idea of Naive Realism, and comes dangerously close to "enlightened centrism" at some points. Steve and Phil discuss how to have better conversations about politics, and how to possibly sway some people's way of thinking. 45:31 no <p>For this episode's show notes, <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/?p=190" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">click here</a> or go to <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://conceptspodcast.com/</a> </p> Philosophy, Ideas, political science, Psychology, Sociology, polisci, politics For this episode's show notes, click here or go to https://conceptspodcast.com/

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]]> Episode 2: Poe's Law - Making Sense of the Internet https://conceptspod.fireside.fm/2 920a35cd-ef14-4528-ab67-743795d7a8f6 Fri, 05 Mar 2021 18:00:00 -0500 Phil Shea and Steve Rose full Phil Shea and Steve Rose Phil and Steve discuss the various "bad faith" ways that conversations can go in both politics and on the internet. They touch on various issues that were happening at the time of recording, such as the Capitol Riots and Trump. 53:16 no <p>For this episode's show notes, <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/?p=28" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">click here</a> or go to <a href="https://conceptspodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://conceptspodcast.com/</a> </p> Poess law, usenet, language tricks, propaganda, politics, psychology, language, nihilism, post-truth, Doublespeak, horseshoe theory For this episode's show notes, click here or go to https://conceptspodcast.com/

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