In Service of the Earth
By Paul Barton
In Service of the EarthApr 04, 2019
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.
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.
Is "Find Your Passion" Good Advice?
Paul talks about some of his new thoughts on this old advice.
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.
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.
Making Things Meaningful, with Jon Barton
Paul talks to his brother Jon about music and photography.
Dealing With Too Much Free Time
We're all stuck at home because of this virus. What do we do now?
Hate
Paul's commentary on an art installation about hate.
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!
A Complicated World
Just trying to understand the world so I can decide on how to act in it.
Fiercely Ok with Stephanie Drouin
Paul talks with his partner Stephanie Drouin about her work leading Fiercely Ok Choirs.
What would I do if I was Prime Minister?
Paul has ideas that are simple but big.
Climate Change Denial and Misogyny?
Paul continues to try to bring the left and the right together on these important issues.
Polarization
My thoughts on how Polarization works and how to overcome it.
The Black Creek
Paul talks about what he wants to do for the black creek.
Freewill, and Lil Dicky
A bit of a ramble about freewill that turns into talking about a popular song about loving the Earth.
Protests
Are protests effective? If not, what is?
The Badlands
There is a tourist attraction in Caledon, Ontario, and Paul has some suggestions for it.
Talking to the Future
Talking to the future
Crisis, or Bravery?
If we want to avoid crisis, I think it will take bravery.
Changing Our Course
A bit of a ramble about what it would be like to change our goals as a species.
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.
What is the Purpose of Popular Music?
What does our popular music say about us? Paul shares his thoughts on music and social change.
Lessons from Frodo
What is Paul learning from reading The Lord of the Rings?
Imagining the Black Hole
Paul tries to wrap his head around the size, weight, and nature of the black hole recently photographed by scientists
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.
The Black Creek
Paul talks about the current path he is on, and how it led him to the Black Creek.
Equality and Equity
Paul talks about different definitions for these words and how this might cause separation between people.
My Musical Journey
Paul talks about growing up in a musical family, and how his music has dramatically changed over the years.
Climate Change Ramble
Paul talks about a climate change symposium he went to.
I used to be an Atheist
Paul describes his journey from growing up christian, to becoming an atheist, to finding spirituality.
The Song That Comes From The Land
Paul demonstrates what honesty means to him.
Getting Along
Paul expands on what he means when he says he wants people to get along.
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!