The Down to Mars Podcast
By The Ledge Media
The Down to Mars PodcastDec 31, 2018
Introversion on Demand
Welcome to Season 2! In this episode, we discuss the distinction between being an introvert and being lonely. Introverts are celebrated and accepted more now than ever, but when is that just an excuse for antisocial tendencies?
We reflect on all of the technologies and services at our disposal that make isolation easier and more harmful. Why leave the house when you can have your food, clothes and entertainment delivered to you with minimal human interaction? Companies like Netflix and Amazon aim to offer us convenience, but are some of us abusing them and forgetting how to socialize and take part in society?
Let us know your thoughts by tweeting us @downtomarspod ! Plus, subscribe and give us some stars on Apple Podcasts. Happy New Year!
References:
https://www.usnews.com/news/health-care-news/articles/2018-05-01/study-many-americans-report-feeling-lonely-younger-generations-more-so
Intents & Purposes
2018 is a wrap! In our Season 1 Finale episode, we reflect on the ups and downs of the past year and some of the valuable lessons we learned. We list our intention words for the upcoming new year and how we plan on making 2019 the best year yet. Thanks to everyone who supported the launch of our podcast this year! See ya in 2019!!
What are your intentions for the New Year? Let us know by tweeting us @downtomarspod
'Preciate It
Tell us what you're grateful for this year by tweeting us @downtomarspod.
Labor of Love
Virtual Death Café
Death Cafés are real-life meetups for people who are interested and eager to discuss death with other curious minds, in a comfortable and non-morbid way. Join us in this "virtual death café" episode and share your thoughts with us on Twitter @downtomarspod
Links
ideas.ted.com/11-fascinating-funeral-traditions-from-around-the-globe/
deathcafe.com/
Artificial Relationships
Movies and TV shows like Her, Ex Machina, Westworld, and Black Mirror have all posed these questions and scenarios. Could you really feel authentic love with something artificial? This could become a reality as companies like Vinclu in Japan are already developing AI "companions".
Dive in with us and let us know your thoughts by tweeting us @downtomarspod
Links
www.businessinsider.com/gatebox-ai-the-japanese-amazon-echo-photos-2016-12
Freelance Work Shift
We also provide some insight into our own experiences as relatively new freelancers, and the struggles and triumphs we deal with on a daily basis. Tune in and share your thoughts, stories (and advice!) with us on Twitter @downtomarspod
I Create, Therefore I Am
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Dear Moon: Love, Artists
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Dive Deeper:
The #dearMoon Project:
dearmoon.earth/
Meet Yusaku Maezawa:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FwpRn-jaSo
Welcome to Mars
Play along with us and tweet your answers to @downtomarspod
Dive Deeper:
Zero Gravity Violin Concerto:
bit.ly/2oGZxWa
The Dark, Weird Web
Does the internet bring out the weirdness in people, or simply provide a platform for us to be our truest selves? As with anything, there's a fine line between using the internet as a tool for self-expression and engagement and inducting yourself into harmful communities.
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Dive Deeper:
"This is What the Life of an Incel Looks Like"
bit.ly/2wo1ZW0
State of Play
[BONUS!] Respect the Light
References:
www.theledgemedia.com
www.instagram.com/theledgemedia
Girls Will Be Boys
The Kanye Dilemma
Head in the Cloud
References:
waitbutwhy.com/2017/04/neuralink.html
www.amazon.com/Our-Final-Invention-Artificial-Intelligence/dp/0312622376