Pros & Concepts
The podcast that introduces and explains concepts that are relevant to our world
We found 10 episodes of Pros & Concepts with the tag “sociology”.
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Episode 59: Adult Friendship (Pt.1) – Curing the Loneliness Epidemic through Tips & Tricks
April 22nd, 2024 | 48 mins 50 secs
belonging, community, friendship, making friends, networking, psychology, sociology, tips, tricks
In this episode, Phil leads the charge in discussing tips and tricks for making friends as adults.
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Episode 58: Limbic Capitalism - Make Everything Addictive!
March 7th, 2024 | 54 mins 10 secs
addiction, dependence, dependency, gambling, philosophy, politics, psychology, sociology
In this episode, Steve and Phil discuss how corporations make us addicted so they can extract as much as profit possible.
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Episode 57: Behavioral Addiction - When Behaviors Are Like Drugs
February 20th, 2024 | 1 hr 21 mins
addiction, dependence, dependency, gambling, philosophy, politics, psychology, sociology
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.
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Episode 56: Freedom - The Misled Right-Wing Rallying Cry w/That Dang Dad
December 6th, 2023 | 1 hr 8 mins
belonging, community, philosophy, policing, political science, politics, psychology, sociology
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.
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Episode 54: Boots Theory – Being Poor Costs More
June 1st, 2023 | 40 mins 29 secs
belonging, careers, community, philosophy, political science, politics, psychology, sociology, urban planning
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.
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Episode 53: Third Places – Where Everybody Knows Your Name
May 8th, 2023 | 52 mins 43 secs
belonging, careers, community, philosophy, political science, politics, psychology, sociology, urban planning
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.
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Episode 42: Decadence - Societal Depression and its Symptoms
July 5th, 2022 | 53 mins 35 secs
community, philosophy, polisci, political science, politics, psychology, sociology
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.
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Episode 41: Laziness - An Unmotivated Concept
June 21st, 2022 | 48 mins 35 secs
philosophy, politics, psychology, sociology
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.
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Episode 40: Propaganda Techniques: Manufacturing Consent
June 6th, 2022 | 48 mins 16 secs
logical fallacies, philosophy, political science, psychology, rhetoric, sociology
In this episode, Phil and Steve go down the list of Propaganda Techniques and discuss the ones they find most relevant. We define them as marketing for political ideas, seeking to change minds through as many paths as possible - aside from rational engagement with reason.
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Episode 39: Motivational Interviewing - Getting People to Change
May 16th, 2022 | 44 mins 36 secs
addiction, counseling, interpersonal skills, mental health, philosophy, psychology, self-improvement, sociology
Wish people would take your advice? Want more influence on those around you? Feel like your insight goes to waste? Then this episode is for you!
Steve walks us through what Motivational Interviewing is, and how it’s basically real-life magic. The various techniques that enable you to actively engage with those around you while more tactfully getting them to consider your advice.