The OD (Observe Dangerously) Podcast

Is the concept of ”edutainment” a fallacy?

A popular idea in how to improve the Education system in America is the concept of "edutainment", content that is simultaneously educational and entertaining. Is this even possible? What are the components of making content that can serve both purposes at the same time? JC and B-Mic Roc OD on this subject

Was Will Smith’s apology sincere? (Moral Righteousness vs. Moral Resilience)

After the infamous slap of Chris Rock by Will Smith, Smith has apologized publicly to both the Academy and to Rock himself. It seems to contradict his Oscar acceptance speech where he mentions his, and Richard Williams' need to "protect his family". Is it more virtuous to be morally righteous, adjusting your moral code as situations arise, or to be morally resilient, standing by your moral code even in the face of what other people may deem "wrong"? JC and B-Mic Roc OD on the Oscar's slap.

Stride Velocity Part 2 (Blackout Clip #7)

After understanding that striding is more efficient and sustainable than grinding, how do we effectively stride? In this Blackout Clip, the concept of Stride Velocity is further examined.

What is the allure of ”Hookup Culture”?

Hookup culture is very prevalent in modern society in multiple ways, yet it seems to consistently cause more harm than good. Why do we hold "Hookup Culture" in such high esteem? JC and B-Mic Roc discuss the downsides, as possible benefits, of hookup culture.

Is collaboration better than competition?

If you can't beat them, should you really join them? Competition has its tremendous pros along with dangerous cons, which has many people leaning towards collaborating instead of competing. JC and B-Mic Roc discuss if collaboration is better overall than competition.

Stride Velocity (Blackout Clip #6)

In a society that applauds "hustle culture", it seems that the most successful people make it look easy and the metaphorical rich get richer. In this Blackout clip, the concept of Stride Velocity, the idea that you don't have to grind to the point of burnout as long as you have a defined direction, is discussed. 

Is Passion for Losers

We've always been told to pursue our passions. What if having passion alone isn't enough to fully go after one's goals? JC and B-Mic Roc OD on whether or not passion is for losers.

Are there benefits to being solely comparative?

We currently inhabit a world that is more focused on comparison than competition. It has been a long standing belief that competition brings the best out of people, but it can also unleash the dark side of humanity. JC and B-Mic Roc OD on if being comparative instead of competitive can bring out the best of humanity while shielding us from the dark side.

Do the Free Stuff (Blackout Clip #5)

How do we properly steward and what is the "signal" for the Universe to provide us with more resources? In the third Blackout Clip on Stewardship, doing the "free" stuff, things that do not cost us any resources and are available to everyone, is examined as the aforementioned "signal" of Stewardship. Recorded 10-6-2021

Should we pursue happiness or perfection?

At first glance, asking whether we should pursue happiness or perfection sounds moronic; only one of these pursuits has a chance of success. JC and B-Mic Roc OD on not just which one we should pursue, but also whether or not these dual pursuits are actually related.