3rd Paradigm Podcast

In this timely episode of 3rd Paradigm, hosts Clarity and Nuance bring together a panel to discuss the art of engaging in conversations with those who hold opposing views—a crucial skill as Election Day approaches on November 5, 2024. With political tensions high, the guests share insights on listening actively, finding common ground, and handling disagreements constructively. Clarity, Nuance, and the Guests emphasize the importance of empathy in political discourse and explore strategies for bridging ideological divides without compromising core beliefs. Together, they provide listeners with tools and perspectives to navigate tough conversations during this pivotal election season. #Election2024 #Vote #MichiganVote #BlackVotesMatter #Voting #fyp ------- REGISTER AND FIND YOUR PRECINCT TO VOTE michigan.gov/vote https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/ https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/Home/RegisterToVote/#how

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In Part 2 of a two-episode series, Clarity and Nuance, dive deep into the current state of America. This episode sets the stage for a candid, multifaceted conversation with a panel of experts, each offering a unique lens through which to view the country's complex socio-political landscape. Clarity begins by outlining key themes such as political polarization, economic disparity, and cultural identity. Nuance follows up with thought-provoking questions aimed at getting to the heart of how these issues shape modern American life. The guests in this episode include a historian specializing in American politics, a sociologist who studies systemic inequality, and a cultural commentator focused on media and public perception. The conversation touches on the historical roots of division, the influence of social media on public discourse, and the challenges of finding common ground in an increasingly fractured society. As the discussion unfolds, the guests explore both the optimism and uncertainty that define the American experience today. Clarity and Nuance skillfully guide the conversation, ensuring each perspective is heard while keeping the dialogue respectful yet challenging. By the end of the episode, listeners are left with a deeper understanding of the forces shaping America but are eager for the concluding Part 2, which promises to offer potential solutions and ways forward. The episode leaves off with a teaser of what's to come in the next part: an exploration of how communities and leaders can bridge divides and envision a more united future for the nation.

In Part 1 of a two-episode series, Clarity and Nuance, dive deep into the current state of America. This episode sets the stage for a candid, multifaceted conversation with a panel of experts, each offering a unique lens through which to view the country's complex socio-political landscape. Clarity begins by outlining key themes such as political polarization, economic disparity, and cultural identity. Nuance follows up with thought-provoking questions aimed at getting to the heart of how these issues shape modern American life. The guests in this episode include a historian specializing in American politics, a sociologist who studies systemic inequality, and a cultural commentator focused on media and public perception. The conversation touches on the historical roots of division, the influence of social media on public discourse, and the challenges of finding common ground in an increasingly fractured society. As the discussion unfolds, the guests explore both the optimism and uncertainty that define the American experience today. Clarity and Nuance skillfully guide the conversation, ensuring each perspective is heard while keeping the dialogue respectful yet challenging. By the end of the episode, listeners are left with a deeper understanding of the forces shaping America but are eager for the concluding Part 2, which promises to offer potential solutions and ways forward. The episode leaves off with a teaser of what's to come in the next part: an exploration of how communities and leaders can bridge divides and envision a more united future for the nation.

In this episode of *Clarity and Nuance*, hosts Clarity and Nuance dive into the importance of Filipino American History Month, discussing its significance and why it's recognized as "History" and not "Heritage" Month. They explore the lived experiences of Filipino Americans, shedding light on the struggles, triumphs, and contributions of the community throughout U.S. history. The hosts emphasize how the month honors historical events such as the arrival of Filipinos in America in 1587 and highlights underrepresented narratives. Through personal stories and interviews, the episode uncovers the deep cultural roots and ongoing impact of Filipino Americans on the nation's history.

In this special episode, hosts Clarity and Nuance celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a lineup of amazing guests who share their stories, culture, and insights. The discussion highlights the rich diversity, achievements, and contributions of the Hispanic community, offering listeners a deeper understanding and appreciation of this vibrant heritage. Join Clarity, Nuance, and their inspiring guests as they explore the traditions, challenges, and triumphs that make Hispanic culture so unique. #HispanicHeritageMonth #CelebrateCulture #ClarityAndNuance #PodcastSpecial #DiverseVoices https://www.history.com/news/hispanic-latino-latinx-chicano-background vicente fernandez The musician miguel hidalgo

Season 4 of the podcast is here! Hosts Clarity and Nuance are thrilled to kick off a brand-new season filled with insightful conversations, thoughtful debates, and plenty of laughs along the way. They want to take a moment to thank all their amazing listeners for the support throughout the past seasons—your enthusiasm and feedback have made this journey truly special. Get ready for more engaging discussions and exciting guests as they dive into fresh topics in this new chapter! #Season4Launch #PodcastCommunity #ClarityAndNuance #NewSeasonVibes #ThankYouListeners

Join hosts Clarity and Nuance as they share exciting future plans for the podcast, including the launch of Season 4 this fall. Discover how they are commissioning independent artists and illustrators to create unique avatars for guests, preserving privacy for their upcoming YouTube channel. Learn about the new Discord server designed for audience interaction and the steps towards monetization. Tune in for a sneak peek into the evolving journey of the podcast and how you can be part of this vibrant community. #Season4Launch #CreativeAvatars #YouTubeDebut #DiscordCommunity #PodcastGrowth

Join hosts Clarity and Nuance in this episode of the MIRROR mini-series on 3rd Paradigm, where they delve into the rich history, culture, and contributions of the Chaldean, Assyrian, and Syriac communities. Through engaging conversations and personal stories, we explore the resilience and heritage of these ancient peoples, highlighting their unique traditions and the challenges they face today. Guests: - Sham -Cal, -Tatian Further reading: https://www.chaldeannews.com/2023-content/2023/6/1/remembering-chaldean-town https://www.freep.com/story/news/columnists/john-carlisle/2015/08/01/detroit-chaldean-town-last-days/30993903/ https://www.chaldeanfoundation.org/chaldean-history/ #3rdParadigm #ChaldeanCulture #AssyrianHeritage #SyriacTraditions #CulturalResilience #AncientCommunities #HeritageStories #CommunitySpotlight #CulturalDiversity

Mother's Day Episode Part 2. Viewer Discretion is advised. Trigger Warning: Sexual Assault is mentioned.

Mother Day Episode: An Open Round Table Discussion about being a mother (Part 1). Origins of Mother's Day: https://www.codepink.org/the_radical_history_of_mother_s_day Notes from the 3rd Paradigm Podcast Team of Facts and Alternative Perspectives on the Topics Discussed: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTWt1wNqkLtduX1-jhoX3fC0VQ2XIHDBRcFAiY4ounEVX-IAYSVcE5Tka1AdsjFrLHI1WtZuOfxomzW/pub

Dive into the vibrant tapestry of Asian-Pacific Island American heritage with hosts Clarity and Nuance in this special MIRROR series episode. Celebrating stories of resilience, culture, and identity, we shine a spotlight on the rich diversity and contributions of Asian-Pacific Island communities. Join us as we explore the triumphs and challenges, share personal narratives, and honor the voices shaping the narrative of AAPI heritage. Tune in for a journey of reflection, understanding, and empowerment during this meaningful month of recognition and solidarity. Guests Poorna who is Bengali-American and passionate about promoting cultural awareness, diversity, and equality, she is currently a senior in high school. Luna, who is Hmong and a graduating nursing student and serves at Chair for Education in the non-profit organization, Council of Asian Pacific Americans (CAPA). Marcy who is a Chinese-American adoptee. Kurtis, who is Filipino-American and serves as the Field Director with the non-profit APIA VOTE-MI. EVENT Asian American and Native Hawai’ian/Pacific Islander Capital Day” event where you can meet our State Legislators and make our voice heard which will be held on Thursday, May 9, 2024. EPISODE EDITED BY LUNA! THANK YOU SO MUCH! Further reading Www.senate.gov Www2.census.gov AAPI-ff. carnegieendowment.org pewresearch.org aapicoalition.ucsf.edu/model-minorty https://news.berkeley.edu/2023/11/13/american-railroad#:~:text=And%20in%20California%2C%20the%20Chinese,the%20railroad%20workforce%20was%20Chinese. https://www.nps.gov/people/larry-itliong.htm #MIRRORseries #APAHMReflections #AAPIHeritageCelebration #CulturalDiversityShowcase #EmpoweringAAPIVoices #LetMeListenToYou

Poetry Month Episode We focus on the awesomeness and celebration of poetry and learn about the creative process and unique dynamics poets go through. Please follow our guest: Friz Allen: I.G. @ FrizAllen Hakeem: All Social Media@Hakeem the people’s poet; Follow Magnolia Stable Soulfull IG@Soulfull Nadia@Nadiathellamba.com Follow: Jewels of Battle Rap on Youtube

Join hosts Clarity and Nuance for a thought-provoking episode delving into the multifaceted cannabis world. From its history to the ongoing political discourse surrounding legalization, we explore the complex dynamics shaping this controversial plant. Tune in as we discuss the implications of legalization on individuals previously convicted for cannabis-related offenses, shedding light on the intersection of social justice and drug policy reform. Guest: Jamila @to-ki-kat co. #420 #4-20 #fyp #LegalizationImpacts #SocialJusticeReform #DrugPolicyDiscussion ----------- Further reading: https://americanaddictioncenters.org/the-real-gateway-drug https://www.forbes.com/sites/dariosabaghi/2021/12/07/a-brief-history-of-the-false-myth-about-cannabis-as-a-gateway-drug/?sh=53d9d2121dec https://www.brookings.edu/articles/marijuanas-racist-history-shows-the-need-for-comprehensive-drug-reform/ https://www.npr.org/sections/codeswitch/2013/07/14/201981025/the-mysterious-history-of-marijuana Additional links for ad hoc stuff mentioned by hosts: The former House Speaker that Clarity mentioned was John Boehner: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/06/03/us/politics/john-boehner-marijuana-cannabis.html Also: https://missouriindependent.com/2023/05/02/why-some-people-believe-marijuana-is-a-racist-word-and-why-it-doesnt-offend-me/ https://www.history.com/news/why-the-u-s-made-marijuana-illegal

Join hosts Clarity and Nuance in a heartfelt episode dedicated to "World Music Therapy Week," where they delve into the profound significance of music therapy and its transformative power in healing mental health. Through insightful discussions and touching anecdotes, Clarity and Nuance shed light on how music serves as a universal language of healing, offering solace, comfort, and hope to individuals facing mental health challenges. Tune in as they explore the diverse ways in which music therapy nurtures emotional well-being, fosters self-expression, and promotes resilience, inviting listeners to embrace the therapeutic harmony found in the rhythms of life. ------------ #MusicHealsMinds #TherapeuticHarmony #WorldMusicTherapy #HealingWithMelodies #HarmoniousHealing --------- Music Nomyn - Astral MARION - Night Drive Waking Dreams - Someone Else Fotiz Liberis - Away Aurora B. Polaris - I Believe ---------- Further reading Gean: Gean Vincent Almendras is an Ann Arbor-based musician, culture worker, and instructor of mandolin, violin, and various indigenous Philippine instruments. Gean graduated with degrees in Computer Information Systems and in Music, specializing in classical mandolin performance and a minor in violin; through the University of Michigan. Through the close tutelage of Mariachi Maestro Antonio González in Mexico City, and his attendance of various International Mariachi Conferences and workshops taught by various professional Mariachi clinicians from prestigious groups like Mariachi Cobre, Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán, and Mariachi Los Camperos, Gean is also trained in the playing style of Mariachi violin and performs professionally with a Mariachi ensemble under the Flint-based Mexican folks arts nonprofit, El Ballet Folklórico Estudiantil (EBFE). In 2014, Gean helped start —now Vice-President and Music Director of — the Philippine Arts & Culture Ensemble of Michigan (PACE-MI); a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing community-based instructional programs and resources through the promotion of Rondalla folk music, indigenous music, and traditional folk dance. An aspiring ethnomusicologist, he is also a course lecturer of Philippine Ensemble Music at the University of Michigan Center for Southeast Asian Studies. https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/national-day/world-music-therapy-day-april-10-15#:~:text=WORLD%20MUSIC%20THERAPY%20WEEK%20%7C%20APRIL%2010%2D15%20%2D%20National%20Day%20Calendar Instagram: @whoisgeanvincent @ebfe.michigan @pacemi.official Link Chap Hop artists Throat singing links “Run to the sun” Link what is an ethnomusicologist Adam Neely “Is music theory racist” Soundcloud Spotify

Earth Day/Month Episode and Its Importance Checking Statements, Alternative Perspectives, and Corrections Document https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSAF0hGaem-tOH_3Wi26L9ao9q2cPYO3Iz1LUsWhisT7wwHmhQvXT22-52-2Gci3DMiputuTm7YPoRb/pub Links to Stories and Resources: Proper disposal of batteries: https://www.epa.gov/recycle/used-household-batteries The woman in Kenya who is making bricks from plastic waste: https://au.finance.yahoo.com/news/29-old-woman-invents-machine-202404201.html 3D printed houses using clay/ceramic material: https://www.wired.com/story/tecla-3d-printed-house/

Earth Day/Month Episode and Its Importance Checking Statements, Alternative Perspectives, and Corrections Document https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSAF0hGaem-tOH_3Wi26L9ao9q2cPYO3Iz1LUsWhisT7wwHmhQvXT22-52-2Gci3DMiputuTm7YPoRb/pub Links to Stories and Resources: Proper disposal of batteries: https://www.epa.gov/recycle/used-household-batteries The woman in Kenya who is making bricks from plastic waste: https://au.finance.yahoo.com/news/29-old-woman-invents-machine-202404201.html 3D printed houses using clay/ceramic material: https://www.wired.com/story/tecla-3d-printed-house/

Join hosts Clarity and Nuance as they dive into the world of sports and esports, exploring the intricate relationship between athleticism, competition, and mental health. In this enlightening episode, we examine the pressures faced by athletes, both on the field and in the virtual arena, and how these challenges impact their well-being. Through insightful discussions and expert interviews, Clarity and Nuance shed light on the unique mental health struggles experienced by athletes and esports professionals. From performance anxiety to burnout, they uncover the psychological toll of high-stakes competition and the importance of prioritizing self-care and resilience. ------ Guests - Joe writer and journalist covering esports like Overwatch, VALORANT, Super Smash Bros. and Counter-Strike..myself covering competitive Overwatch called "Tactical Crouch". - Cal is a reporter for the Chaldean News and a former hockey goalie. ------ Links: Podcast: “HiddenHockey” - Youtube, IG, and Twitter: https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenhockey "Tactical Crouch" Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/TacticalCrouch @TacticalCrouch ------- Music Nomyn - Astral MARION - Night Drive Waking Dreams - Someone Else Fotiz Liberis - Away Aurora B. Polaris - I Believe ------ #AthleteWellness #EsportsMentalHealth #CompetitiveMindset #HealthyGamers #MindOverGame #SportsPsychology #MentalGamePlan #AthleticResilience #EsportsSupport #GameOnMindset

Join hosts Clarity and Nuance on a journey through the intricacies of shame, guilt, and mental health. From dissecting societal norms to exploring the roots of shame and guilt, each episode provides listeners with valuable insights and practical strategies for fostering self-compassion and resilience. Whether you're grappling with your own feelings of shame and guilt or seeking a deeper understanding of mental health, this podcast offers a safe space for reflection and growth. GUESTS: - Christina: Author and philanthropist for mental health. Her novel is, "This Girl I Met In the Bathroom" - https://rb.gy/xlt1d7 -Echo - Dr. Professor Happy #ShameAndGuiltUnpacked #MentalHealthMatters #EmbraceVulnerability #BreakTheStigma #SelfCompassionJourney #NuancedPerspectives #ExploreEmotions #InnerReflections #MindfulnessMoments #LetMeListenToYou ------------ Further Reading: "This Girl I Met in the Bathroom" novel: https://rb.gy/xlt1d7 Psychology Study: https://rb.gy/0tc5bf Psychology Today: https://rb.gy/habztv ------------ Music: Nomyn - Astral Autumn 'Chill Mix' (1h NO interruptions/ads) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kDijp6qOijI Songs: Westman - Serenity ( Westman - Serenity ) VonnBoyd - Underwater ( VonnBoyd - Underwater ) VonnBoyd - Tonic ( VonnBoyd - Tonic ) Andy Leech - The Journey ( Andy Leech - The Journey ) VANDAII - Autumn ( VANDAII - Autumn ) Oscuro - From The Unseen NEREUS - Pathways Fyze - Wanderer MOON - Ghost From The Past Nani Kha - Pendulum Ayon - Follow Me VNDII - Parallels Leonell Cassio - Help You Out (feat. Jonathon Robins) INOSSI - Wasted Years Sappheiros - Exhilaration feat. Lotis (Dimatis Remix) RealZona - Miss You

Clarity and Nuance lead a heartfelt conversation on the intersection of courage and mental health. With empathy and insight, they delve into the courageous acts individuals undertake in their journey towards mental wellness. Through personal anecdotes and expert perspectives, Clarity and Nuance explore the courage it takes to confront mental health challenges, break stigma, and seek support. They highlight the importance of vulnerability and self-compassion in navigating mental health struggles, fostering a safe space for listeners to reflect on their own experiences and find strength in their journey towards healing. To purchase and read Christina's Book: Visit Amazon.com and search for "This Girl I met in the Bathroom" Bit.Ly: https://rb.gy/xlt1d7 #CourageousConversations #MentalHealthJourney #BreakTheStigma #VulnerabilityMatters #StrengthInAdversity #EmpathyAndInsight #HealingThroughListening #SafeSpacePodcast #SelfCompassionTalk #SupportingMentalHealth