<![CDATA[Talking To Horses the Podcast]]>Talking to Horses is an exploration of consciousness, meaning, and the architecture of becoming. We venture into the liminal spaces between philosophy and spirituality, physics and the human soul, asking the questions that refuse easy answers: What is the nature of reality? How do we construct meaning from suffering? What does it mean to be awake in a world designed to keep us asleep? Hosted by someone who has walked through darkness and emerged not unscathed, but transformed, each episode is an invitation into authentic inquiry. Through intimate monologues and conversations with seekers, philosophers, and wisdom-keepers, we examine the aphorisms that guide us—those hard-won truths carved from lived experience and philosophical rigor. This is not a show about answers. It's about the courage required to ask better questions. We explore consciousness as both personal reckoning and cosmic mystery. We discuss how gratitude and forgiveness become tools for liberation. We interrogate the stories we tell ourselves about suffering, agency, and grace. Talking to Horses is for those who sense there's more to understand—about themselves, about reality, about what it means to become fully human. It's for the spiritually curious, the philosophically restless, and those who've learned that the deepest wisdom often comes wrapped in pain.

Join us as we talk to the horses—that is, as we speak truth to the parts of ourselves and our world that have been broken, silenced, or forgotten.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sat, 30 May 2026 21:41:35 GMTThu, 12 Feb 2026 01:35:58 GMT60Jason Sobkowicz<p>Talking to Horses is an exploration of consciousness, meaning, and the architecture of becoming. We venture into the liminal spaces between philosophy and spirituality, physics and the human soul, asking the questions that refuse easy answers: What is the nature of reality? How do we construct meaning from suffering? What does it mean to be awake in a world designed to keep us asleep? Hosted by someone who has walked through darkness and emerged not unscathed, but transformed, each episode is an invitation into authentic inquiry. Through intimate monologues and conversations with seekers, philosophers, and wisdom-keepers, we examine the aphorisms that guide us—those hard-won truths carved from lived experience and philosophical rigor. This is not a show about answers. It's about the courage required to ask better questions. We explore consciousness as both personal reckoning and cosmic mystery. We discuss how gratitude and forgiveness become tools for liberation. We interrogate the stories we tell ourselves about suffering, agency, and grace. Talking to Horses is for those who sense there's more to understand—about themselves, about reality, about what it means to become fully human. It's for the spiritually curious, the philosophically restless, and those who've learned that the deepest wisdom often comes wrapped in pain.</p><p>Join us as we talk to the horses—that is, as we speak truth to the parts of ourselves and our world that have been broken, silenced, or forgotten.</p>episodicJason Sobkowiczjason.sobkowicz@gmail.comyes<![CDATA[The cosmic fisherman/black hole fishing]]>The conversation delves into the concept of dynamic foam packets, the quantum scale, and the effects of black holes on objects. It explores a thought experiment involving a cosmic fisherman casting a lure into a black hole and discusses the observations and implications of this scenario.

Takeaways

  • Dynamic foam packets and their behavior in relation to black holes
  • The impact of black holes on objects and the concept of information packets within black holes.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Dynamic Foam Packets
  • 06:12 Effects of Black Holes on Objects
]]>0725a1e1-312d-4c70-b59e-29bc32dcfd3bWed, 06 May 2026 14:07:17 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the concept of dynamic foam packets, the quantum scale, and the effects of black holes on objects. It explores a thought experiment involving a cosmic fisherman casting a lure into a black hole and discusses the observations and implications of this scenario.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Dynamic foam packets and their behavior in relation to black holes</li><li>The impact of black holes on objects and the concept of information packets within black holes.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Dynamic Foam Packets</li><li>06:12 Effects of Black Holes on Objects</li></ul>no00:09:59112The cosmic fisherman/black hole fishingfull<![CDATA[Farm Geek, Farming, Alberta, Canada, Politics!]]>The conversation covers a range of topics including Alberta's independence movement, generational farming, mental wellness in farming, and the impact of government policies on farmers. The discussion also delves into the challenges faced by farmers, the role of social media in advocacy, and the global perspective on independence movements. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including Alberta's potential separation from Canada, the political landscape, immigration policies, and the impact on the farming community. The discussion also delves into the importance of civil discourse and the need for open dialogue on complex issues.

Takeaways

  • Alberta's independence movement is driven by economic and cultural concerns.
  • Generational farming involves a deep connection to the land and a sense of heritage.
  • Mental wellness in farming is a critical issue that requires support and understanding.
  • The impact of government policies on farmers and the need for advocacy and awareness.
  • The global perspective on independence movements and the role of social media in advocacy. Alberta's potential separation from Canada
  • The importance of civil discourse and open dialogue

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Alberta Independence Movement
  • 11:12 Challenges of Generational Farming
  • 16:24 Mental Wellness in Farming
  • 22:13 Challenges with Federal Legislation and Sovereignty
  • 28:21 Threat to Canadian Democracy and Political Alignment
  • 33:26 Pathway to Independence and Referendum
  • 39:01 Path to Independence and Sovereignty
  • 44:25 Impact of Cancel Culture and Social Media
]]>5ab0788e-3e5d-4f37-990f-7ed846f29086Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:32:14 GMT<p>The conversation covers a range of topics including Alberta's independence movement, generational farming, mental wellness in farming, and the impact of government policies on farmers. The discussion also delves into the challenges faced by farmers, the role of social media in advocacy, and the global perspective on independence movements. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including Alberta's potential separation from Canada, the political landscape, immigration policies, and the impact on the farming community. The discussion also delves into the importance of civil discourse and the need for open dialogue on complex issues.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Alberta's independence movement is driven by economic and cultural concerns.</li><li>Generational farming involves a deep connection to the land and a sense of heritage.</li><li>Mental wellness in farming is a critical issue that requires support and understanding.</li><li>The impact of government policies on farmers and the need for advocacy and awareness.</li><li>The global perspective on independence movements and the role of social media in advocacy. Alberta's potential separation from Canada</li><li>The importance of civil discourse and open dialogue</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Alberta Independence Movement</li><li>11:12 Challenges of Generational Farming</li><li>16:24 Mental Wellness in Farming</li><li>22:13 Challenges with Federal Legislation and Sovereignty</li><li>28:21 Threat to Canadian Democracy and Political Alignment</li><li>33:26 Pathway to Independence and Referendum</li><li>39:01 Path to Independence and Sovereignty</li><li>44:25 Impact of Cancel Culture and Social Media</li></ul>yes01:18:47111Farm Geek, Farming, Alberta, Canada, Politics!full<![CDATA[Contemplative Controversy]]>The conversation delves into the act of questioning beliefs and the consequences of religious fervor. It explores the need to challenge one's own thoughts and the impact of religious dogma on society.

Takeaways

  • Questioning beliefs
  • Religious fervor and its consequences

Chapters

  • 00:00 Questioning Beliefs
]]>414c1943-af37-4e8b-a29a-33c9b5b14487Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:34:38 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the act of questioning beliefs and the consequences of religious fervor. It explores the need to challenge one's own thoughts and the impact of religious dogma on society.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Questioning beliefs</li><li>Religious fervor and its consequences</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Questioning Beliefs</li></ul>no00:03:40111Contemplative Controversyfull<![CDATA[We have gotten God all wrong]]>The conversation explores the concept of God as the universe and the impact of religion on human understanding. It challenges traditional beliefs and offers a new perspective on the nature of God and our place within the cosmos.

Takeaways

  • God as the universe
  • Religion and human understanding

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Nature of God and the Universe
]]>8a6647b5-6485-4d4f-83e0-e904c0a69ebeSun, 19 Apr 2026 19:03:43 GMT<p>The conversation explores the concept of God as the universe and the impact of religion on human understanding. It challenges traditional beliefs and offers a new perspective on the nature of God and our place within the cosmos.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>God as the universe</li><li>Religion and human understanding</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Nature of God and the Universe</li></ul>yes00:10:39110We have gotten God all wrongfull<![CDATA[Free Will vs Predestination. Can they co-exist?]]>The conversation explores the coexistence of free will and determinism, delving into philosophical, scientific, and existential perspectives. It addresses the nature of choice, consciousness, and the implications of a deterministic universe. The discussion culminates in a thought experiment that reconciles free will and determinism within the context of a 'choose your own adventure' story.

Takeaways

  • Free will and determinism can coexist
  • The nature of choice and consciousness is fundamental to the debate

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Paradox of Free Will and Determinism
  • 08:27 Religious and Philosophical Perspectives on Free Will
  • 13:45 The Role of Quantum Mechanics in Free Will
  • 21:22 The Multiverse and the Bifurcation of Choice
  • 28:30 The Laws of Physics and Free Will
]]>1e37186c-c578-495d-9278-d1e5d35a39c5Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:35:33 GMT<p>The conversation explores the coexistence of free will and determinism, delving into philosophical, scientific, and existential perspectives. It addresses the nature of choice, consciousness, and the implications of a deterministic universe. The discussion culminates in a thought experiment that reconciles free will and determinism within the context of a 'choose your own adventure' story.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Free will and determinism can coexist</li><li>The nature of choice and consciousness is fundamental to the debate</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Paradox of Free Will and Determinism</li><li>08:27 Religious and Philosophical Perspectives on Free Will</li><li>13:45 The Role of Quantum Mechanics in Free Will</li><li>21:22 The Multiverse and the Bifurcation of Choice</li><li>28:30 The Laws of Physics and Free Will</li></ul>yes00:43:0619Free Will vs Predestination. Can they co-exist?full<![CDATA[AI, machine learning and Disease. How a Polymath is pioneering the future of medicine.]]>Dr. Joseph Geraci shares his early fascination with numbers and mathematics, childhood experiences, mathematical synesthesia, dream revelations, and the development of Netramark and machine learning in cancer research. The conversation delves into the intricacies of language models and machine learning, the challenges of heterogeneity in patient populations, the potential of precision medicine and drug repurposing, advancements in cancer research, and the mechanisms of drug resistance in cancer cells. It provides insights into the role of AI in addressing individuality in medical treatment and the future of oncology. The conversation delves into the interconnectedness of cells in the body and the initiation and progression of cancer, shedding light on the complex molecular machinery involved in these processes.

Takeaways

  • Mathematical synesthesia
  • Machine learning in cancer research Language models and machine learning
  • Data sets for patient input
  • Clinical trials and Netramark
  • Precision medicine and drug repurposing
  • Heterogeneity in patient populations
  • AI and self-learning
  • Cancer research and drug resistance Cellular interconnectedness
  • Cancer initiation and progression

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Background
  • 05:55 Childhood and Early Experiments
  • 13:02 Synesthesia and Dream Revelations
  • 42:51 Understanding Language Models and Machine Learning
  • 51:18 Precision Medicine and Drug Repurposing
  • 59:41 Heterogeneity in Patient Populations
  • 01:07:18 Advancements in Cancer Research
  • 01:18:36 Cancer Initiation and Progression
]]>4a3b10a3-d5bc-40d9-912c-7fdac14f5434Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMT<p>Dr. Joseph Geraci shares his early fascination with numbers and mathematics, childhood experiences, mathematical synesthesia, dream revelations, and the development of Netramark and machine learning in cancer research. The conversation delves into the intricacies of language models and machine learning, the challenges of heterogeneity in patient populations, the potential of precision medicine and drug repurposing, advancements in cancer research, and the mechanisms of drug resistance in cancer cells. It provides insights into the role of AI in addressing individuality in medical treatment and the future of oncology. The conversation delves into the interconnectedness of cells in the body and the initiation and progression of cancer, shedding light on the complex molecular machinery involved in these processes.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Mathematical synesthesia</li><li>Machine learning in cancer research Language models and machine learning</li><li>Data sets for patient input</li><li>Clinical trials and Netramark</li><li>Precision medicine and drug repurposing</li><li>Heterogeneity in patient populations</li><li>AI and self-learning</li><li>Cancer research and drug resistance Cellular interconnectedness</li><li>Cancer initiation and progression</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Background</li><li>05:55 Childhood and Early Experiments</li><li>13:02 Synesthesia and Dream Revelations</li><li>42:51 Understanding Language Models and Machine Learning</li><li>51:18 Precision Medicine and Drug Repurposing</li><li>59:41 Heterogeneity in Patient Populations</li><li>01:07:18 Advancements in Cancer Research</li><li>01:18:36 Cancer Initiation and Progression</li></ul>yes01:46:4317AI, machine learning and Disease. How a Polymath is pioneering the future of medicine.full<![CDATA[The Trichotomy of Life]]>The conversation delves into the trichotomy of human existence, exploring the psychological trauma of existential questions and the tension between scientific and transcendent perspectives. It examines the duality of consciousness, the evolution of consciousness, and the internal sickness of existential confusion. The quest for understanding human existence and the importance of looking inside for answers are also highlighted.

Takeaways

  • Trichotomy of human existence
  • Psychological trauma of existential questions

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Trichotomy of Human Existence
  • 06:07 The Duality of Consciousness
]]>9f476f18-bf7f-4a36-8f20-9c15afb34f19Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:53:23 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the trichotomy of human existence, exploring the psychological trauma of existential questions and the tension between scientific and transcendent perspectives. It examines the duality of consciousness, the evolution of consciousness, and the internal sickness of existential confusion. The quest for understanding human existence and the importance of looking inside for answers are also highlighted.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Trichotomy of human existence</li><li>Psychological trauma of existential questions</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Trichotomy of Human Existence</li><li>06:07 The Duality of Consciousness</li></ul>no00:11:2416The Trichotomy of Lifefull<![CDATA[The Psychopathy of Love]]>The conversation delves into the true nature of love, exploring its romantic illusion, torturous agony, unyielding power, tender and gentle nature, and eternal torment and glory. It presents a profound perspective on the psychopathy of love and the transformative impact it has on individuals.

Takeaways

  • The Psychopathy of Love
  • The True Nature of Love

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Romantic Illusion of Love
]]>80c1ab3e-9988-402a-a240-7d478f0cf489Sat, 28 Mar 2026 17:23:57 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the true nature of love, exploring its romantic illusion, torturous agony, unyielding power, tender and gentle nature, and eternal torment and glory. It presents a profound perspective on the psychopathy of love and the transformative impact it has on individuals.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>The Psychopathy of Love</li><li>The True Nature of Love</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Romantic Illusion of Love</li></ul>no00:03:4014The Psychopathy of Lovefull<![CDATA[What are we? Questions on Consciousness.]]>The conversation delves into the fundamental question of consciousness and the nature of human experience. It explores the source of energy and existence, as well as the paradox of knowledge and wisdom. The speaker shares personal insights and reflections on these profound topics, encouraging listeners to embrace the mystery and beauty of the human experience.

Takeaways

  • Consciousness as a fundamental question
  • Exploring the nature of human experience

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Nature of Consciousness
  • 09:30 The Source of Energy and Existence
  • 42:03 The Paradox of Knowledge and Wisdom
]]>d90cdf62-473d-459b-9cc3-6c51d3ee7778Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the fundamental question of consciousness and the nature of human experience. It explores the source of energy and existence, as well as the paradox of knowledge and wisdom. The speaker shares personal insights and reflections on these profound topics, encouraging listeners to embrace the mystery and beauty of the human experience.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Consciousness as a fundamental question</li><li>Exploring the nature of human experience</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Nature of Consciousness</li><li>09:30 The Source of Energy and Existence</li><li>42:03 The Paradox of Knowledge and Wisdom</li></ul>no00:47:4613What are we? Questions on Consciousness.full<![CDATA[Confessions and Redemptions]]>The conversation delves into the personal journeys of faith and redemption, exploring the struggle between the material and the spiritual. It highlights the transformative power of faith and the internal conflict between the desires of the flesh and the longing for communion with God. The conversation delves into the internal struggle of faith and spirituality, exploring the challenges and conflicts faced by individuals on their spiritual journey. It also emphasizes the transformative power of love and forgiveness in personal growth and relationships.

Takeaways

  • Journey of faith
  • The struggle between flesh and spirit The internal struggle of faith and spirituality
  • The power of love and forgiveness

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Struggle Between Flesh and Spirit
  • 49:10 The Internal Struggle of Faith and Spirituality
]]>e4bb8638-e0a1-4d1c-b13e-b321c7e0cc6eSat, 07 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the personal journeys of faith and redemption, exploring the struggle between the material and the spiritual. It highlights the transformative power of faith and the internal conflict between the desires of the flesh and the longing for communion with God. The conversation delves into the internal struggle of faith and spirituality, exploring the challenges and conflicts faced by individuals on their spiritual journey. It also emphasizes the transformative power of love and forgiveness in personal growth and relationships.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Journey of faith</li><li>The struggle between flesh and spirit The internal struggle of faith and spirituality</li><li>The power of love and forgiveness</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Struggle Between Flesh and Spirit</li><li>49:10 The Internal Struggle of Faith and Spirituality</li></ul>yes01:33:5512Confessions and Redemptionsfull<![CDATA[The Power of Light]]>The conversation delves into the beauty found in darkness, the power of resilience, and the transcendent nature of hope. It emphasizes the value of inner strength and the ability to find light in the darkest moments, challenging the conventional perspective on material wealth and urging a shift in focus towards true beauty and resilience.

Takeaways

  • Beauty in darkness
  • Resilience and hope

Chapters

  • 00:00 Embracing Darkness
  • 06:04 The Power of Resilience
  • 13:04 Transcending Pain with Beauty
]]>3db1a23b-a6cd-49c3-9b70-fb792f86f36eTue, 24 Feb 2026 16:09:43 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the beauty found in darkness, the power of resilience, and the transcendent nature of hope. It emphasizes the value of inner strength and the ability to find light in the darkest moments, challenging the conventional perspective on material wealth and urging a shift in focus towards true beauty and resilience.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Beauty in darkness</li><li>Resilience and hope</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Embracing Darkness</li><li>06:04 The Power of Resilience</li><li>13:04 Transcending Pain with Beauty</li></ul>no00:15:0211The Power of Lightfull<![CDATA[The Podcaster's Paradox]]>The conversation explores the paradox of humility in podcasting, highlighting the tension between humility and ego. It delves into the challenges of maintaining humility while offering insights and wisdom, and the need to balance belief in oneself with the willingness to learn and grow. The podcast aims to explore the courage to ask better questions and the humility to let these questions change us.

Takeaways

  • Podcaster's paradox of humility
  • Tension between humility and ego
]]>9434ad39-7a30-48be-974a-8b20dc81e93fThu, 19 Feb 2026 05:10:36 GMT<p>The conversation explores the paradox of humility in podcasting, highlighting the tension between humility and ego. It delves into the challenges of maintaining humility while offering insights and wisdom, and the need to balance belief in oneself with the willingness to learn and grow. The podcast aims to explore the courage to ask better questions and the humility to let these questions change us.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Podcaster's paradox of humility</li><li>Tension between humility and ego</li></ul>no00:13:281The Podcaster's Paradoxfull