Episode #1444

Duncan Trussell

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Duncan Trussell, a comedian and podcast host, discusses religion, spirituality, and psychedelics with Joe Rogan. They explore technology's isolating effects, AI anxiety, pandemic-era fragility, and the creative process behind Trussell's show The Midnight Gospel.

What they talked about

  • Sage smudging and polytheistic humor
  • Critique of religious literalism and translation issues
  • Andrew Yang's universal basic income and automation
  • Technology disconnecting humans from nature
  • Light pollution obscuring the night sky
  • Simulation theory and AI as dreamers
  • David Goggins' ultra-endurance mindset
  • COVID-19 pandemic anxiety and preparedness

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