Grey Havens Philosophy

We’re publishing a bit out of order! Today’s podcast features the kids and teens of Grey Havens YA, our weekly young adult discussion group. Our first Harry Potter discussion isn’t quite ready yet, but we couldn’t wait to share this one with you: a discussion about magical creatures, the definition of being, and distinctions between … Continue reading "Special Episode: Harry Potter with Grey Havens YA"

Join Kelly and Robyn for the second part of their Doctor Who series as they discuss some of their favorite companions. What must it be like to be a companion? What impact do companions have on the Doctor  and vice-versa? How does this connect to our relationships with each other? Join our community of inquiry by sending your thoughts to geekphilsophy@greyhavensgroup.org. Remember, it's about #HowULoveIt Geek Philosophy is produced by Sawyer Macres. Music by Jeff the Smith: @jeffthesmith Consultant: Joe Ashworth www.greyhavensgroup.org GeekPhilosophy@greyhavensgroup.org

Join Kelly and Robyn as they begin their 3-part discussion series on Doctor Who by contemplating one central fact about the Doctor: He (or She!) Regenerates. What would it be like to regenerate? If regeneration were possible, how would it influence personal identity and purpose? Is the Doctor's fear of regeneration a fear of change or a fear of not existing? As always, listen in to find out more about the Geek Philosophy facilitation technique, including the use of florilegia to spark discussion and interaction with a text. Send us your #HowULoveIt messages to geekphilosophy@greyhavensgroup.org. Allons-y! Music by Jeff the Smith: @jeffthesmith Consultant: Joe Ashworth http://www.greyhavensgroup.org GeekPhilosophy@greyhavensgroup.org

In this week's episode, Robyn sits down with friend of Grey Havens, Devon Towry, to discuss nerdiness and nostalgia. Is nostalgia in movies and television shows good or bad? Does it matter? How does it influence nerd culture? Join the conversation by emailing geekphilosophy@greyhavensgroup.org Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are personal and do not represent the views of Grey Havens Group, Inc as an organization. Geek Philosophy is produced by Sawyer Macres. Music by Jeff the Smith: @jeffthesmith Consultant: Joe Ashworth www.greyhavensgroup.org GeekPhilosophy@greyhavensgroup.org

In this final episode of the three-part Lord of the Rings series, Kelly and Robyn discuss the Scouring of The Shire. What can we learn from the final conversation between Froto and Saruman? How is Froto Great? Is Wormtongue’s death tragic? Tune in to this week’s episode to hear more! Geek Philosophy is produced by Sawyer Macres. Music by Jeff the Smith: @jeffthesmith Consultant: Joe Ashworth www.greyhavensgroup.org GeekPhilosophy@greyhavensgroup.org

Personal stories and character arcs intertwine in this second installment of our 3-part Lord of the Rings series. Kelly and Robyn geek out about Faramir while discussing "The Houses of Healing and "The Steward and the King" from The Return of the King. Also in this episode: the principle of Geekiness, the foundation of Geek Philosophy. Producer: Sawyer Macres Music: (the info we sent you) Consultant: Joe Ashworth www.greyhavensgroup.org GeekPhilosophy@greyhavensgroup.org

In the premiere episode of Geek Philosophy, Kelly and Robyn talk about the principle of Recovery (a term coined by J.R .R. Tolkien) and how fantasy can help us. They also discuss the beauty and truth found in the respite chapter "Lothlorien" from The Fellowship of the Ring. Music: JefftheSmith https://soundcloud.com/jeffthesmith Producer: Sawyer Macres Consultant: Joe Ashworth www.greyhavensgroup.org GeekPhilosophy@greyhavensgroup.org