<p>In the wake of the Charlie Kirk tragedy, as I was reflecting on what unites us amidst intense political division, I thought who better to come on to discuss this than Aubrey Marcus - a visionary podcaster, writer, and poet. </p><p>Aubrey and I delve deep into what shared values we can focus on that transcend politics, religious dogma, and cultural conventions. We explore the desensitization caused by social media, the importance of recognizing shared humanity, and the dangers of labeling individuals based on their political beliefs. The discussion emphasizes the need for open dialogue, the spectrum of values, and the potential for redemption and transformation in individuals. Ultimately, we advocate for finding common ground and uniting against anti-value ideologies while acknowledging the good intentions behind differing beliefs.</p><p><p>The Illusion of Consensus is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.</p></p><p>Listen Now:</p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/1amf3QjgfA0jubYNgsPUVn?si=2ba38b494b3e4dc2">Spotify</a> / <a target="_blank" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-illusion-of-consensus/id1685718305?i=1000728119661">Apple</a> </p><p>Chapters:</p><p>00:00 Introduction and Context of the Conversation</p><p>07:13 The Charlie Kirk Assassination: Initial Reactions</p><p>13:18 Understanding Humanity Beyond Politics</p><p>18:16 The Dangers of Dehumanization</p><p>26:46 Awakening to Shared Humanity</p><p>32:59 Opportunities for Dialogue and Unity</p><p>36:03 Navigating Complex Ideologies and Values</p><p>44:15 The Struggle Between Good and Evil</p><p>45:42 Redefining Values and Responses</p><p>47:51 Unifying Against Anti-Values</p><p>50:42 The Spectrum of Values</p><p>55:02 Understanding Humanity and Morality</p><p>01:01:08 The Complexity of Beliefs</p><p>01:11:28 Universal Moral Truths and Shared Values</p><p>01:23:38 Exploring Universal Spiritual Themes</p><p>01:27:45 The Intersection of Eastern and Western Philosophies</p><p>01:31:41 The Nature of God and Personal Gnosis</p><p>01:35:41 The Role of Dogma in Spirituality</p><p>01:39:24 Humility and the Evolving Nature of Belief</p><p>01:51:00 Mental Health and Spiritual Practices</p><p>01:55:18 Introduction to Mental Health and Psychedelics</p><p>01:55:47 Exploring Future Episodes on Meditation and Therapy</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://www.illusionconsensus.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">www.illusionconsensus.com/subscribe</a>