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In Service of the Earth

In Service of the Earth

By Paul Barton

Paul Barton talks about his journey in discovering how to best be of service to the Earth. How do we live in balance with nature and increase everyone's wellbeing? How can individuals work towards this in their everyday lives?
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Freewill, and Lil Dicky

In Service of the EarthMay 12, 2019

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Interview with Politician Wilfried Danzinger

Interview with Politician Wilfried Danzinger

Paul talks with Wilfried Danzinger, who is the People's Party of Canada candidate in the riding of Parkdale-High Park in Toronto. They speak about Covid, free speech, polarization, climate change, and what it's like to be a politician.

Sep 15, 202101:06:01
A Liberal and a Conservative Record a Podcast - With Josh Mahler

A Liberal and a Conservative Record a Podcast - With Josh Mahler

Josh is the host of a podcast called Politically Insane. He is a Christian conservative living in the United States. Paul talks to him about polarization, election fraud, covid 19, and abortion. Listen to see how two people who disagree can have a productive conversation.

Dec 18, 202056:46
Is "Find Your Passion" Good Advice?

Is "Find Your Passion" Good Advice?

Paul talks about some of his new thoughts on this old advice.

Dec 06, 202022:38
How To Solve Climate Change? with Chris Keefer

How To Solve Climate Change? with Chris Keefer

Since he had a son, Chris has done a lot of reading about the climate crisis because he's concerned about the world his son is going to inherit. In this episode, Chris shares things he has learned about how to solve climate change, including many facts that undermine aspects of the mainstream climate solution narrative.

May 25, 202053:19
Teaching Music with Devon Runions

Teaching Music with Devon Runions

Paul and Devon talk about teaching music online, music theory, the school system, and probably other things. WARNING: Some prior knowledge of music theory will greatly increase your enjoyment of this podcast.

May 18, 202043:33
Making Things Meaningful, with Jon Barton

Making Things Meaningful, with Jon Barton

Paul talks to his brother Jon about music and photography.

Apr 28, 202035:52
Dealing With Too Much Free Time

Dealing With Too Much Free Time

We're all stuck at home because of this virus. What do we do now?

Apr 13, 202017:59
Hate

Hate

Paul's commentary on an art installation about hate.

Jan 26, 202019:55
De-polarizing the Trans Rights Conversation

De-polarizing the Trans Rights Conversation

I'm afraid that this podcast is too controversial, but I want to be able to speak about these things in public, so here we go!

Dec 20, 201920:47
A Complicated World

A Complicated World

Just trying to understand the world so I can decide on how to act in it.

Dec 02, 201921:48
Fiercely Ok with Stephanie Drouin

Fiercely Ok with Stephanie Drouin

Paul talks with his partner Stephanie Drouin about her work leading Fiercely Ok Choirs. 

Nov 06, 201945:14
What would I do if I was Prime Minister?

What would I do if I was Prime Minister?

Paul has ideas that are simple but big.

Oct 20, 201920:03
Climate Change Denial and Misogyny?

Climate Change Denial and Misogyny?

Paul continues to try to bring the left and the right together on these important issues.

Sep 01, 201921:05
Polarization

Polarization

My thoughts on how Polarization works and how to overcome it.

Jun 23, 201921:11
The Black Creek

The Black Creek

Paul talks about what he wants to do for the black creek.

May 19, 201920:06
Freewill, and Lil Dicky

Freewill, and Lil Dicky

A bit of a ramble about freewill that turns into talking about a popular song about loving the Earth.

May 12, 201921:07
Protests

Protests

Are protests effective? If not, what is?

May 03, 201925:10
The Badlands

The Badlands

There is a tourist attraction in Caledon, Ontario, and Paul has some suggestions for it.

Apr 25, 201922:36
Talking to the Future

Talking to the Future

Talking to the future

Apr 23, 201921:54
Crisis, or Bravery?

Crisis, or Bravery?

If we want to avoid crisis, I think it will take bravery.

Apr 21, 201923:16
Changing Our Course

Changing Our Course

A bit of a ramble about what it would be like to change our goals as a species.

Apr 18, 201920:47
What It's Like To Be A "Quiet Person"

What It's Like To Be A "Quiet Person"

Paul is known for not saying much. He used to be sad about that, but now he's not. 

Apr 16, 201920:12
What is the Purpose of Popular Music?

What is the Purpose of Popular Music?

What does our popular music say about us? Paul shares his thoughts on music and social change.

Apr 15, 201920:11
Lessons from Frodo

Lessons from Frodo

What is Paul learning from reading The Lord of the Rings?

Apr 12, 201920:10
Imagining the Black Hole

Imagining the Black Hole

Paul tries to wrap his head around the size, weight, and nature of the black hole recently photographed by scientists

Apr 11, 201921:40
Money, Boredom, and Cleaning My Room

Money, Boredom, and Cleaning My Room

With no clear plan of what to talk about, Paul rambles along about struggling with money, boredom, and how he decided to clean his room.

Apr 09, 201921:07
The Black Creek

The Black Creek

Paul talks about the current path he is on, and how it led him to the Black Creek.

Apr 08, 201920:44
Equality and Equity

Equality and Equity

Paul talks about different definitions for these words and how this might cause separation between people.

Apr 07, 201919:17
My Musical Journey

My Musical Journey

Paul talks about growing up in a musical family, and how his music has dramatically changed over the years.

Apr 06, 201921:59
Climate Change Ramble

Climate Change Ramble

Paul talks about a climate change symposium he went to.

Apr 05, 201923:43
I used to be an Atheist

I used to be an Atheist

Paul describes his journey from growing up christian, to becoming an atheist, to finding spirituality.

Apr 04, 201928:21
The Song That Comes From The Land

The Song That Comes From The Land

Paul demonstrates what honesty means to him.

Apr 02, 201922:00
Getting Along

Getting Along

Paul expands on what he means when he says he wants people to get along.

Apr 02, 201919:17
What Do I Want To Do?

What Do I Want To Do?

Paul talks about deciding what to do with his life. Listen to him stumble his way to the conclusion that he wants to help people get along, and to help that be sustainable. Figuring out how to work towards those goals is the next step!

Apr 02, 201928:41