Episode #580

Lewis, from Unbox Therapy

· 1 book mentioned

Books mentioned

  1. Fifty Shades of Grey

    E. L. James

    Mentioned by Joe Rogan (host) · at 00:28:41

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Lewis, a technology reviewer from Unbox Therapy, joins the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation. He discusses policing, social unrest, inequality, conformity, education, and how poverty, childhood stress, and community may shape behavior. The episode also covers media imagery, technology dependence, animal behavior, sports, alleged misconduct, and the possible effects of smartphones and futuristic tools on human health and conduct.

What they talked about

  • HD equipment issues with Ustream
  • Police brutality and protest movements
  • Us vs. them mentality in security work
  • Parenting and internet-age learning
  • Fifty Shades of Grey and BDSM in pop culture
  • Rape allegations against Jian Ghomeshi and Bill Cosby
  • Human evolution, diet, and brain development
  • MMA fight promotion and fighter charisma

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