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The Sill

Peter Noce & Harry Posnerwww.thesillpodcast.com
From Canada, with Peter Noce, a media producer and technology trainer/tutor and Harry Posner, a writer, author and former Poet Laureate; sharing our interests and passions with you, on 'The Sill'. The original concept of our podcast was to explore areas relating to Art and Technology, evolving into a virtually ‘no limits’ conversation. Neither of us are experts, nor profess to be. We are on the same level as the listener, offering up ideas and thoughts that come from our life experiences, inviting listeners to eavesdrop on what we hope is an enjoyable and interesting dialogue. We discuss artificial intelligence, the power of poetry in the digital age, explore the worlds of tea and coffee, aging, death and dying, and interview a range of fascinating people. The whole point is to both educate and entertain, and to re-enliven the art of conversation.
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Episodes

TSP018 - Facsimile: Finding authenticity in a simulated world.

Is it live or is it Memorex? Sifting through a world of facsimile in a quest for authenticity. Duration - 18:53 Music Credit: Ella Fitzgerald singing behind, 'Is it live or is it Memorex?' Highlights: Lack of authenticity in food and the rise of simulated products Disconnect between people and the source of their food Decline of authenticity in music and art Personal authenticity and the different personas people adopt Self-perception and living an authentic life Financial costs of maintaining a...

Nov 13, 201719 min

TSP016 - Paranoia: Into your life it will creep.

Harry and Peter conspire to enter the world of ‘what if’ and ‘could it be that...?’ From Big Brother to Big Google, they ask the question: should we be looking over our shoulders? Duration - 21:15 Music Credit: Buffalo Springfield - For What It’s Worth

Oct 30, 201721 min

TSP015 - Accepting The Other: Does race matter?

What shapes our varied perceptions of ‘Races’ who are different from ours? Should we be focusing on individuals, rather than their ’Race’. Duration - 23:29 Music Credit: Bob Marley - Buffalo Soldier

Oct 23, 201724 min

TSP013 - Temporary Vs. Permanent: It's now or ever.

The influence your life experiences, religious and cultural background and philosophical views have on how you choose to live, or the life you end up living. Do you live your life as if every day were your last? Duration - 19:54

Oct 09, 201720 min

TSP012 - Opinion: The U.S. economy will never have another Golden Age.

Changing technologies impact societal and economic development. This podcast gives voice (almost verbatim) to an article written by MarketWatch columnist, Howard R. Gold, posted on MarketWatch, September 1, 2017. Duration - 14:49 Credits: Includes segments of YouTube documentary snippets Date: October 2, 2017

Oct 02, 201715 min

TSP011 - Mentors: Your mother is your first.

Who, or what, can influence your creation or vital spirit? Recalling those special people who help shape or completely change the path of your life. Duration - 16:06 Music Credit: Artist? - Thank You For The Things That You Do For Me

Sep 25, 201716 min

TSP010 - Act Your Age: Where’s the manual?

Ageism is the new social prejudice, at a time when people over 65 are beginning to outnumber those under 15. Coping with the disadvantages of aging, while cherishing the advantages a long life can bring. Duration - 22:16 Highlights: Aging and its perception in different cultures Prevalence of ageism in society Bridging the generation gap and learning from each other Impact of traumatic experiences on internal age Correlation between music preference and youth Increasing number of seniors in the ...

Sep 18, 201722 min

TSP009 - Fade To Black: Dealing with death.

Dealing with the inevitable conclusion of life, as we know it. Is there a case to be made for living too long? Duration - 22:01 Music Credit: Paul McCartney & Wings - Live and Let Die

Sep 11, 201722 min
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