YAAAY! and we are live!
Here is our first Episode of the second season of the Free Range Thinkin Podcast! 😀
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It is about our new publishing rhythm, about experiments with ChatGPT and how to finish things with (adult) ADHD:
The secret of Secrets, Dan Brown, GABA, Neurodivergents and so much more 🙂 – Free Range Thinking – A Neurodiversity Podcast with Sharon Leigh and Alex Kahl
Greetings Friends! In this episode we explore the intersection of neurodivergence, airport thriller literature :), and the human experience. We start with Dan Brown's 'The Secret of Secrets', the evolution of language surrounding neurodivergence, and the importance of storytelling in society. And we wouldnt be FRT if we would not go down one or the other rabbit hole 🙂 So we delve into themes of consciousness, creativity, and the role of art in addressing complex topics such as death and personal growth. Through our discussion we highlight the significance of individual interpretation, the power of creative expression in shaping perspectives and how we add stuff to the things we read, watch and listen to.And we look into GABA – the aminoacid that makes us calm AND lets our life rush in front of our lifes in near death experiencesChapters00:00 Introduction to Neurodivergence and Literature01:46 Exploring Dan Brown's 'The Secret of Secrets'04:52 The Evolution of Language in Neurodivergence07:55 Consciousness and Connectivity in Modern Society10:46 Hope and Transformation in Literature14:04 The Role of Artists in Society17:01 Creating Spaces for Creativity19:53 The Power of Open-Mindedness22:01 The Skeptic's Perspective in Literature24:58 Concluding Thoughts on Dialogue and Understanding27:17 The Power of Storytelling30:42 The Role of the Reader in Interpretation33:22 Children's Understanding of Death37:52 Fear of Death and Its Implications43:12 The Science of GABA and Stress50:41 Exploring Altered States of Consciousness