The OD (Observe Dangerously) Podcast

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As the immortal Bruce Lee asserted, “the most dangerous person is the one who listens, thinks, and observes”. Join JC and B-Mic Roc, two practitioners of the Socratic paradox, as they Observe Dangerously, in an attempt to make sense, or nonsense, of society and the dogmas that drive it. Accept this invitation to a lifestyle of Observing the world with Dangerous intent and then you fill in the blank.

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Armor of God/ Shield of Faith (Blackout Clip #57)

From the archives of unreleased Blackout Clips, this week we head back into the Armor of God to talk about the practical applications of the Shield of Faith.

Jun 28, 2023

8 min

Does the strvie for equality lead to misery?

We all, in some way, want equality. Even if it means that t is only perceived equality. We tend to think of this aim as a noble one, but what if we were all equally miserable? Is this the logical conclusion of the modern day aim for equality? JC and B-Mic Roc OD.

Jun 26, 2023

12 min

Is gratitude the elixir of victimhood?

It seems that we occupy a society full of victims. Victimhood has become the new path to social status and power. What is the antidote for this disheartening trend? Is it a resurgence of gratitude? JC and B-Mic Roc OD.

Jun 24, 2023

6 min

Exploration vs. Exploitation

What is the optimal ratio between exploring what is new and exploiting what you already have? JC and B-Mic Roc OD.

Jun 21, 2023

14 min

What are the hidden dangers of AI advancement?

Artificial Intelligence is the latest exponential technology with the potential to drastically transform society. Are there any hidden dangers as AI becomes more integrated into the mainstream? JC and B-Mic Roc OD.

Jun 20, 2023

28 min

What is the criteria to be a victim?

We talk a lot in modern society about he prevalence of victims, whether it is the empathy of societal victims from the Left or the "victimhood Olympics" satirical narrative from the Right. But what makes a person a victim? JC and B-Mic Roc OD.

Jun 12, 2023

16 min

Armor of God/ Sword of the Spirit (Blackout Clip #56)

In the final Blackout Clip of the "Armor of God" series, we examine the final piece of the armor, the Sword of the Spirit.

Jun 8, 2023

10 min

Do Experts Exist?

What is the criteria that needs to be met before someone is considered an expert? Is this a titular distinction, one that sounds impressive but has no intrinsic meaning? If the latter is true, do experts even exist? JC and B-Mic Roc OD.

Jun 6, 2023

38 min

Should people desire a high quality of life or an excellent quality of life?

Quality of life is a measure that most people do not consider when they think of what it means to be successful. Are a high-quality life and an excellent quality of life the same thing? If not, what is the difference between the two, and more importantly, which one should people strive for? JC and B-Mic Roc OD.

Jun 3, 2023

19 min

Armor of GOD/ Helmet of Salvation (Blackout Clip #55)

In this week's Blackout Clip, we continue the "Armor of God" series. We examine the significance of the helmet of salvation.

Jun 1, 2023

11 min