From78 is a podcast about people in time. The host is a dude who was born in 1978, who is literally From78. On the show, From78 talks to people who are older, young, or about the same age as he is about what the past and the future as they experience is. Topics discussed include: Hauntology, technology, politics, theory, art, culture, theology, and a wide range of other sundry things and stuff. Along with these discussions, there are occasional audio-essays about what it is like to be From78 in…
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In this episode of From78 , I reflect on how place and technology shape the way we experience time and connection. Recording from my office before a day of clinical work, I think about the privilege of listening, the importance of “regular” places where relationships once accumulated, and how those spaces seem increasingly rare. Rather than simply criticizing technology, I explore a more balanced…
Summary: In this episode of the From 78 podcast, recorded on Thursday, December 4th, I discuss the subjective experience of time and how it intertwines with social spaces and technology. After a hectic Thanksgiving with my family, I delve into the significance of physical places in making meaningful human connections, contrasting them with today's digital interactions. I highlight a particular…
In episode 025 of the 'From 78' podcast, the host reflects on the significance of maintaining routines and the therapeutic role of podcasting in organizing thoughts. The host discusses the challenges of a busy November travel schedule, which disrupted his usual podcast routine, leading him to deeper contemplation of how expressing his thoughts changes his relationship with them. Highlighting…
Reflections on Life, Growth, and Connection with Rob Bell In this episode, Neil interviews Rob Bell, delving into significant memories and experiences that shaped Rob's life. They explore Rob's childhood memories on a farm and a rustic cabin in Michigan, poignant historical events like the Challenger explosion, and discussions on the impact of environment and personal history on his outlook. Rob…
The Significance of Place in Shaping Our Lives In this episode of the 'From 78' podcast, I explore the subjective experience of time and the impact of physical places on shaping personal identity and relationships. I share personal anecdotes about the various places that significantly impacted my life, including a game store, a Borders bookstore, and a Denny's restaurant. I reflect on how these…
Reflections on Time and Longing In this impromptu episode of the 78 podcast, Neil Gorman delves into his subjective experience of time, sparked by a spontaneous observation while driving past a middle school. The episode explores themes of nostalgia and longing as Neil reflects on his own middle school experiences, juxtaposing them with his life as an adult, and wrestling with the emotions these…
Embracing Uncertainty and Desire: A Reflection on Open-Mindedness In episode 021 of the From78 podcast, Neil reflects on a personal anecdote about eating a bagel and connects it to his thoughts after reading a New Yorker article about Mahmud Mandani's 1964 bus trip across America. Neil then explores themes of open-mindedness, desire, and the subjective experience of time, questioning whether…
Episode Description: In this episode of his podcast, host Neil Gorman delves into the subjective experience of time and reflects on his own emotional and cognitive journey from youth to adulthood. He discusses the shift from anger and judgment in his younger years to a more compassionate and understanding outlook as he grew older. Neil revisits previous themes, references the poem 'The Prophet' by…
I talk about how it's been a while since I last produced an episode of this podcast. Between the release of my last episode (018) and this one (019), I went back and re-listened to all the episodes I made in season 2. This makes me reflect on two things. 1. How technology lets me kind of travel in time, by letting present me listen to past me. 2. My general liking for audio as a medium.…
Referenced in this episode: The Read Hand Files Nick Cave ( Wikipedia ) Faith, Hope, & Carnage ( Amazon) Freud Morning in Melancholia ( Wikipedia )
