The Makers Rage Podcast
A podcast exploring the history of ideas and creativity with topics chosen from the Arts, Sciences, and "everything in between." Upcoming episodes will include the following titles: What Is Enlightenment, Western Canons, Accidental Genius and a series on Muses. Please feel free to suggest topics on IG, Twitter, or Facebook.
Episodes
15 episodes
Western Canons
In this episode of The Makers Rage Podcast, Darren tackles the concept of the Western Canon—a collection of literature, music, philosophy, and art considered essential to Western culture. What makes a work canonical? Who decides...
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Episode 14
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36:22
The Muses: Urania or Astronomy
In this episode of The Makers Rage Podcast, I explore Urania, the Muse of Astronomy, and her influence on the intersection of art, science, and creativity. From ancient beliefs about the music of ...
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Episode 13
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20:15
Great Things Series: The Olympics
Welcome to the new series on the Makers Rage podcast, where we explore "Five and a Half Great Things" that have defined the Olympic Games across history. We’ll journey back to 776 BCE, when the Olympic flame was first lit, and the stadion...
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Episode 12
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22:21
The Hero's Journey
In this episode, we delve into the Hero's Journey, focusing on Joseph Campbell's famous excursus. As an addendum to our previous discussion on epics, we'll explore Campbell's three main stages of storytelling: 'departure or separation,' 'initia...
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Episode 11
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49:36
The Muses: Calliope or Epic
In this episode of The Makers Rage Podcast, I'll be continuing my series on the Muses by discussing the chief of the nine sister, Calliope, who presides over the Epic. I'll therefore exploring this vast and enduring genre in lite...
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Episode 10
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1:28:46
What Is Enlightenment?
Today, let's explore Immanuel Kant's "What is Enlightenment?" This 1784 essay questioned our perception of enlightenment itself. Kant suggested that enlightenment emerges from self-imposed immaturity, urging us to "Dare to Know." He criticized ...
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Episode 9
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38:02
The Muses: Series Introduction
In this Introductory episode on a new series, I delve into the intricate evolution of our perception of muses, focusing particularly on the ancient Greek Nine Muses. I challenge traditional notions, questioning the gendered and divine character...
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Episode 8
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36:26
The Body in Art
Discussing examples of how the human body has been depicted in the visual arts throughout history, from the ancient world through the middle ages and Renaissance to the present.Introduction:In this episode, we delve into the captiva...
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Episode 7
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58:19
The Limitations of Human Achievement
A reading of Samuel Johnson's brief essay on the limitations of human achievement with commentary and discussion of his life and times. Introduction: Talent Alone Doesn’t Guarantee SuccessHost: DarrenWel...
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Episode 6
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20:38
A.I. Creativity
Discussing the role of A.I. in human creativity and its future implications. Also, will a computer ever become conscious, be able to create original art, literature, music, etc.?I. The Luddites and Historical Resistance to Technology...
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Episode 5
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41:51
Thought Experiments
When Einstein was 16, he appears to have conducted his first thought experiment, imagining what things would look like if he travelled on a beam of light. This was an approach he'd continue to use throughout his career of using thought experime...
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Episode 4
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49:19
Pacts With The Devil
The pros and cons of making a deal with the devil, particularly for musical talent. Introduction:Host: DarrenTopic: Pacts with the DevilFocus: Examining the folklore and cultural significance of...
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Episode 3
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38:10
Inspiration
What is it? Where does it come from?1. What is Inspiration?Dreams:Our journey begins with the surreal landscapes of dreams. How do these nocturnal adventures contribute to the wellspring of inspiration? We exp...
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Episode 2
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21:20
