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In episode 4 of their chapter-by-chapter journey through UTOK: The Unified Theory of Knowledge book, Gregg and Marcia explore UTOK’s approach to understanding and addressing the global metacrisis (book’s chapter 2).They discuss how UTOK tackles the mental health crisis and the meaning crisis.
Bruce Alderman and Mark Edwards explore how integrative metatheory can illuminate and address the interconnected crises of our time. Through themes such as navigating hyperobjects, the role of storytelling in fostering collaboration, and the challenges posed by algorithmic fragmentation, they advocate for integrative thinking that balances big-picture reflection with grounded, actionable practice. Watch the full
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The Antikythera mechanism, sometimes called the “first computer,” was more than a calculator; it was also an astronomical device. Thus the birth of computation is in the orienting of intelligence to its planetary condition. From Climate Science to Synthetic Biology, this remains the case. As computation becomes planetary infrastructure, its myriad hybrid intelligences pose new
Neuroplasticity, as Dr. Austin Perlmutter explains, is a revolutionary concept in neuroscience, showing that our brains can change and adapt through intentional actions and experiences. This adaptability offers a powerful opportunity to reshape our mental health, boost decision-making, and improve biological wellness. In today’s world, dominated by digital distractions, actively engaging with our brain’s neuroplastic
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In Episode 3 of the UTOK book series, Gregg and Marcia dive into Chapter 1 of UTOK: The Unified Theory of Knowledge. This chapter introduces one of UTOK’s foundational frameworks: the three vectors of knowing. These vectors—objective, subjective, and intersubjective—serve as the foundation of UTOK’s onto-epistemology. Together, they set the stage for understanding and embodying
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The Yincubator – 2 month coliving experiment w/ Jocelyn Ames & Richard D. Bartlett Read More »
In the second episode of the UTOK Book video series, Gregg and Marcia discuss the architecture of UTOK and provide an outline of the new book, UTOK: The Unified Theory of Knowledge. They explore the overarching mission of UTOK as a consilient system of understanding that unifies the natural sciences, the human psyche, and cultural
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Question – “How does Jhana meditation simplify experience to facilitate insight and cognitive flexibility?” John Vervaeke is joined by Mark Miller, Rick Repetti, to explore the intersection of predictive processing, relevance realization, and embodied cognition in contemplative practices. They introduce PhD candidate Jonas Mago, who discusses his research on Jhana meditation and its impact on
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In this new video series, Gregg and his fiancée Márcia Gralha take you on a chapter-by-chapter journey through the new UTOK book, “UTOK: The Unified Theory of Knowledge.” In this first episode, they introduce the series, discuss the book’s relevance to UTOK, compare it with previous UTOK academic publications, and explore the symbolism on the
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Imagination as Knowing: re-imagine, re-inhabit, re-appreciate the imagination Across 8 weeks, explore the imaginal as a way of knowing aspects of reality that are otherwise inaccessible to us. You’ll learn how the imagination unlocks creativity, enhances meaning, unveils the depths of spirituality and bridges the realms of perception and reason. Transform your understanding of yourself,
