Show Notes: Welcome back to the Knowing You Know Nothing podcast! This is Episode 53. I was incredibly excited and honored to have a meaningful conversation with my former student and a current midshipman at the Navy Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. This conversation will open your eyes to what it was like for him to set his sights on future goals, attend the Academy, and persevere through challenges. He shares several literary sources that have inspired him along his journey and I have shared his notes/recommendations below. Riley's Show Notes to Share with Guests: Book Recommendations Man’s Search for Meaning - Viktor Frankl Gates of Fire - Steven Pressfield The Virtues of War - Steven Pressfield Starship Troopers - Robert Heinlein Tribe - Sebastian Junger The Warriors: Reflections on Men in Battle - J. Glenn Gray Message to Garcia - Elbert Hubbard Aristotle The virtue of character comes from habituation (ethos) Confucius “Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” Viktor Frankl “What man actually needs is not a tensionless state but rather the striving and struggling for some goal worthy of him. What he needs is not the discharge of tension at any cost, but the call of a potential meaning waiting to be fulfilled by him.” “Life ultimately means taking the responsibility to find the right answer to its problems and to fulfill the tasks which it consistently sets for each individual.” “The more one forgets himself… by giving himself to a cause to serve or another person to love… the more human he is and the more he actualizes himself.” J. Glenn Gray “unless human beings are pushed to the extreme, we are not so likely to confront simple and primal realities, or to reflect about them.” Lord Moran Anatomy of Courage “Their numbers were replaceable, their spiritual worth never could be.” Joseph Heinlein “Citizenship is an attitude, a state of mind, an emotional conviction that the whole is greater than the part… and that the part should be humbly proud to sacrifice itself that the whole may live.” “Liberty is never unalienable; it must be redeemed regularly with the blood of patriots or it always vanishes.” Steven Pressfield “We must excel the foe, not only as warriors but as men and as knights. They must say of us that we deserve their empire, for we surpass them in virtue and in self-command!” “Let us conduct ourselves in such a fashion that all nations wish to be our friends and all fear to be our enemies.” “An officer must lead from the front. How can we ask our soldiers to risk death if we ourselves shrink from hazard?” “Life is a battle, is it not? And how better to train for it than to be a soldier? For have you not noticed of these sages, my friends, that they are the consummate soldiers? Inured to pain, oblivious to hardship. Each takes up his post at dawn and does not relinquish it for thirst, hunger, heat, cold, fatigue. He is cheerful in all weathers, self-motivated, self-governed, self-commended.” Audio clips used from this source: Goalcast YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sK3wJAxGfs Recommended Podcasts: Reel Talk: A Movie Podcast Twitter: @reel_cast Chapter Podcast Host: Ben Malcomson Thoughtful-Three Questions Section Inspired by the book, “Consider This…Questions That Make You Think.” By Barbara Ann Kipfer. Thingstobehappyabout.com Twitter: @kyknownothing Music is from www.bensound.com Facebook Group: Knowing You Know Nothing (Join us!)

Show Notes: Welcome back to the Knowing You Know Nothing podcast! This is Episode 52. I was humbled and excited to have this conversation with YouTuber Jeff Sherrill from the War is Hell channel. He predominantly has content for Arma 3, but he will discuss multiple experiences that truly opened my mind to what it is like to create and maintain a successful channel along with balancing a family and career. Please support Jeff at the following links below. I am personally a supporter of his channel. I highly recommend the video and social media links below for War is Hell gaming. Arma 3 Multiplayer Gameplay - This is the MOST WHOLESOME Arma Session I've Played https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QBhaWtLTSF4 Iran PMC Convoy is Attacked | Arma 3 Alternate History | War with Iran | Ep 21 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRJhl0hpjuA&t=764s Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Buy or Play Arma 3 In 2021 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAvdV2lPcNQ&t=18s War is Hell Social Media Links and Patreon Support Patreon → https://www.patreon.com/warishell Discord → https://discord.gg/Brg4zTN Twitter → @_warishell TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@_warishell Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/_warishell/ Recommended Podcasts: Reel Talk: A Movie Podcast Twitter: @reel_cast Thoughtful-Three Questions Section Inspired by the book, “Consider This…Questions That Make You Think.” By Barbara Ann Kipfer. Thingstobehappyabout.com Twitter: @kyknownothing Music is from www.bensound.com Facebook Group: Knowing You Know Nothing (Join us!)

Show Notes: Welcome back to the Knowing You Know Nothing podcast! This is Episode 51. I was honored to have my first character analysis and discussion with fellow educators, Ryan Bailey and Justin Adams. We discussed a foundational understanding of what makes the character of Michael Scott who he is. I enjoyed this conversation and it resulted in many laughs. I hope all of you laugh as much as we did. We each find this a meaningful character that represents something within us all. Listen to the podcast to find our what that is! Thank you for your support! Supplemental Material for this episode: The Office and Philosophy : Scenes from the Unexamined Life - Can Michael ever learn? empathy and the self-other gap (US) by Andrew Terjesen. - Authenticity or happiness? Michael Scott and the ethics of self-deception (US) by Jonathan Evans and Peter Murphy. - Humiliation in The office (and at home) (US) by John Elia Bridging the gap between self-concept (have) and ideal self-concept (want) - PDF link Self-Knowledge - https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/self-knowledge/ YouTube Source for Audio Clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WY77rVR_jdQ Recommended Podcasts: Reel Talk: A Movie Podcast Twitter: @reel_cast Thoughtful-Three Questions Section Inspired by the book, “Consider This…Questions That Make You Think.” By Barbara Ann Kipfer. Thingstobehappyabout.com Twitter: @kyknownothing Music is from www.bensound.com Facebook Group: Knowing You Know Nothing (Join us!)

Show Notes: Welcome back to the Knowing You Know Nothing podcast! This is Episode 50. I was extremely excited to have my third conversation/podcast with philosopher John Altmann. We discussed discussed his new projects, ideas on equality, fairness, and the state of academic philosophy, attitudes of academic philosophy towards trans-gendered and other philosophers of minority, disability, etc. This was an enlightening and very candid conversation. John helped me build upon my knowledge as an early independent learner on philosophy. I was honored to have him and Angel L.G. as guests. We discussed multiple philosophical works that were recommended by John as well as philosophers that have impacted him along the way. Additionally, Angel L.G. had some incredible questions that he posed to John. John highly recommended Angel L.G.'s work of Beyond Paradise (his second book.) These books, individuals, and writings that were relevant or recommended from the podcast are listed below. Thank you for your support. John Altmann's Recommendations John's Twitter @Iron_Intellect John Altmann Acadamia https://independent.academia.edu/JohnAltmann Bodies in Revolt https://revoltingbodies.com/?fbclid=IwAR0Jc6iO-e7j39v1bnPKN9nfzORlXP22Wz1NS-E060KXyjD9hWjGSepfg-Y A Brief History of Trans Philosophy By Amy Marvin | September 21, 2019 https://contingentmagazine.org/2019/09/21/trans-philosophy/?fbclid=IwAR2uWq2E2tNtdzminaukZjjhniK4fkqVIsuwppL479iVI317ggTZK1CiKqQ Open Letter Concerning Transphobia in Philosophy January 2021 https://sites.google.com/view/trans-phil-letter/?fbclid=IwAR3_S4z9bas0PAeCfms2Tmn19f4aH8kytNl2e2a3yQSZXkAP1ltYicCPaTA#h.6tydlkwl2lg Puberty blockers can be 'life-saving' drugs for trans teens, study shows. Jen Christensen, CNN https://www.cnn.com/2020/01/23/health/transgender-puberty-blockers-suicide-study/index.html?fbclid=IwAR21NVwF7-h2fmMlX2zy_bcuCH2eo0hgfTpEGNW0gA810aKOXT0_3gYs1TA Angel L.G.'s Texts and Links: Despite Wisdom (Second Edition) www.amazon.com/Despite-Wisdom-Ap…68PAc4R5miixWkjnk Other Recommended Texts: Despite Paradise www.amazon.com/Despite-Paradise-…5ULb9NcFHCilomsQU Fredrich Nietzsche - Thus Spoke Zarathustra - Human, All Too Human Masahiro Morioka (Philosopher/Author) - Confessions of a Frigid Man: A Philosopher’s Journey into the Hidden Layers of Men’s Sexuality www.amazon.com/Confessions-Frigi…8bGPK2zds7RinUA2I Recommended Podcasts: Reel Talk: A Movie Podcast Twitter: @reel_cast Thoughtful-Three Questions Section Inspired by the book, “Consider This…Questions That Make You Think.” By Barbara Ann Kipfer. Thingstobehappyabout.com Twitter: @kyknownothing Music is from www.bensound.com Facebook Group: Knowing You Know Nothing (Join us!)

Show Notes: Welcome back to the Knowing You Know Nothing podcast! This is Episode 49. I was fortunate enough to have a purposeful, meaningful conversation with existentialist philosopher, Angel L.G. We discussed his background, life challenges, inspiration from martial arts as well as the philosophy of Bruce Lee (as well as Eastern philosophers such as Japanese philosopher Masahiro Morioka. Additionally, we discussed the influences of Fredrich Nietzsche, Immanuel Kant, and others of the development of his philosophy interest. Lastly, we had a conversation (soon more to be continued) about his first book, Despite Wisdom (Second Edition) and Despite Paradise. Listen to the podcast to hear what his newest project will be. Angel L.G.'s Texts and Links: Despite Wisdom (Second Edition) https://www.amazon.com/Despite-Wisdom-Aphorisms-Angel-L-G-ebook/dp/B00EO8EDBG?fbclid=IwAR377zRZsVqr07LppiTJe8zpXaSMV-zEvB0EuajM9G68PAc4R5miixWkjnk Other Recommended Texts: Despite Paradise https://www.amazon.com/Despite-Paradise-Existentialist-Angel-L-G-ebook/dp/B08LQMP1L1?fbclid=IwAR0qWxmB790ejKHMN6hSX_5O_QeG5FYeMe5qOro7Cr5ULb9NcFHCilomsQU Fredrich Nietzsche - Thus Spoke Zarathustra - Human, All Too Human Masahiro Morioka (Philosopher/Author) - Confessions of a Frigid Man: A Philosopher’s Journey into the Hidden Layers of Men’s Sexuality https://www.amazon.com/Confessions-Frigid-Man-Philosophers-Sexuality-ebook/dp/B06XFWMCTF?fbclid=IwAR2FnQjQ-Gg6-A6InBaVMTR4i_3PIekD_VJMymbaf-8bGPK2zds7RinUA2I Recommended Podcasts: Reel Talk: A Movie Podcast Twitter: @reel_cast Thoughtful-Three Questions Section Inspired by the book, “Consider This…Questions That Make You Think.” By Barbara Ann Kipfer. Thingstobehappyabout.com Twitter: @kyknownothing Music is from www.bensound.com Facebook Group: Knowing You Know Nothing (Join us!)

Show Notes: Welcome back to the Knowing You Know Nothing podcast! This is Episode 48. I took a few months off for teaching World History online, dealing with a family loss, and just taking a break from podcasting while balancing a sports podcast with my brother and Kathie Chong. I am extremely happy to be back and to continue my journey through philosophy. I have some exciting episodes lined up and I greatly appreciate your support! This episode is with my brother, Ben Malcomson, and it is on his Chapters podcast. I think it would work as a dual episode for KYKN as well. I will be interviewing another individual on December 30th and that will be our next official episode. Thank you all again! Recommended Podcasts: Reel Talk: A Movie Podcast Twitter: @reel_cast Thoughtful-Three Questions Section Inspired by the book, “Consider This…Questions That Make You Think.” By Barbara Ann Kipfer. Thingstobehappyabout.com Twitter: @kyknownothing Music is from www.bensound.com Facebook Group: Knowing You Know Nothing (Join us!)

Show Notes: Welcome to Episode 47 of the Knowing You Know Nothing Podcast. Roundtable Discussion Main Question: How should we define work in the 21st century? Other Questions to consider: - What are past lessons you’ve learned about the value of work that you can share with us and our listeners? - Are there aspects of work that we philosophically and pragmatically overlook in our contemporary society? - How does the outlook of work change as technology, globalization, and automation continues to increase? - How do we prevent cynicism or nihilism in the workplace? - What makes work meaningful? - What is education’s role in the future of work? - What is value? What should be valued? - What is the role, if any, of equity and equality? Guests: Ben Malcomson, Kathie Chong, Brian Tonsoni, Bill Murphy, and Litha Paige. Recommended Podcasts: Reel Talk: A Movie Podcast Twitter: @reel_cast Thoughtful-Three Questions Section Inspired by the book, “Consider This…Questions That Make You Think.” By Barbara Ann Kipfer. Thingstobehappyabout.com Twitter: @kyknownothing Music is from www.bensound.com Facebook Group: Knowing You Know Nothing (Join us!)

Show Notes: Welcome to Episode 46 of the Knowing You Know Nothing Podcast. Guests: Jaclyn Batchelor - Musician and Songwriter - Senior at Belmont University. Social Media: Instagram - jaclyn_batchelor and Maria Wells - Musician and Songwriter - attends Western Kentucky University. Social media - Instagram - mjean.wells Recommended Podcasts: Reel Talk: A Movie Podcast Twitter: @reel_cast Thoughtful-Three Questions Section Inspired by the book, “Consider This…Questions That Make You Think.” By Barbara Ann Kipfer. Thingstobehappyabout.com Twitter: @kyknownothing Music is from www.bensound.com Facebook Group: Knowing You Know Nothing (Join us!)

Show Notes: Welcome to Episode 45 of the Knowing You Know Nothing Podcast. Guests: Nathan Davis (Coach and Educator - Math), Zach Simpson (Coach and Educator - Elementary), Maegann Basham (Coach and Educator - Social Studies), Cody Watkins (College student at Murray St. University and a major in Mathematics) Recommended Podcasts: Reel Talk: A Movie Podcast Twitter: @reel_cast Thoughtful-Three Questions Section Inspired by the book, “Consider This…Questions That Make You Think.” By Barbara Ann Kipfer. Thingstobehappyabout.com Twitter: @kyknownothing Music is from www.bensound.com Facebook Group: Knowing You Know Nothing (Join us!)

Show Notes: Welcome to Episode 44 of the Knowing You Know Nothing Podcast. Guests: Eric Harris - Cannelton, IN, United States - Member of the Indiana Film Journalists Association - Author of the website, “Why Do I Own This?: Analysis of the good, bad, and embarrassing movies from my personal collection.” - Link: https://whydiot.blogspot.com/?m=0 - He was a guest on the Philosophy of Unforgiven (Ep. 27) and the Philosophy of the Truman Show (Ep. 33) Cody Watkins - Logan County, KY - Goes to Murray State University - Major in Mathematics - Has appeared on numerals episodes of KYKN. Within this episode we discuss the meaning, themes, and philosophy within the movie No Country for Old Men. This movie forces me to revisit some of our past topics and questions such as: - What is the value of the human life? - Stories - Unforgiven - Order and Chaos I was inspired and gained valuable insight from the following YouTube video (The Silence of God – No Country for Old Men) from a creator named, Logos Made Flesh. Within the video he references another classic film, The Seventh Seal (1957) in relation to the themes in No Country for Old Men. I have provided the link below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKyp9rGzZ20 Recommended Podcasts: Reel Talk: A Movie Podcast Twitter: @reel_cast Philosophy topics: - Consequentialism - Fatalism - Tragedy - Order and Chaos - Justice - Morality/Ethics Thoughtful-Three Questions Section Inspired by the book, “Consider This…Questions That Make You Think.” By Barbara Ann Kipfer. Thingstobehappyabout.com Twitter: @kyknownothing Music is from www.bensound.com Facebook Group: Knowing You Know Nothing (Join us!)