{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Oneself","title":"Oneself - Episode 26 - Bread & Circuses: Are We Being Played?","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/7c9ddae5\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3367,"description":"Summary:In this conversation, Stephen Maher and Adam Bartleman explore the multifaceted nature of sports, discussing both its beauty and the darker aspects such as addiction and societal distraction. They reflect on personal experiences with sports, the impact of fan culture, and the importance of community engagement. The discussion also touches on the economics of sports, the relationship between fans and teams, and the broader implications of consciousness and personal growth. Ultimately, they emphasize the need to reclaim energy from sports and direct it towards personal and community development.Takeaways:Sports can bring out both the best and worst in people.The competitive nature of sports can lead to addiction and abuse.Parents often live vicariously through their children's sports.The concept of 'bread and circuses' applies to modern sports.Fan culture can lead to negative behaviors and violence.Engaging in sports can foster community and personal connections.The economics of sports often exploit fans financially.Consciousness and personal growth are essential in understanding sports.Multiple truths can coexist in the realm of sports.The Savannah Bananas exemplify a positive approach to sports.Chapters:00:00The Complexity of Sports and Human Nature03:33The Duality of Sports: Beauty and Toxicity08:38The Nuances of Competition and Attachment13:58Addiction and the Sedentary Lifestyle22:42Redirecting Passion: From Sports to Community Engagement26:20The Cycle of Work and Escape28:43The Economics of Sports and Fan Loyalty31:16Sports as a Modern Religion33:42The Illusion of Separation and Collective Consciousness36:59Positive Examples in Sports40:17The Relationship Between Fans and Organizations41:39Greed and the Human Condition44:31The Intersection of Science and Spirituality49:49Embracing Oneness and Personal Journey","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/KOSs0TBE3BWQ4dIr9Jh2CiM7d-zDtUyRTLtQLsSMbdw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9kYzA4/OGFiNzc3ZGRjYmRk/YWY5YmI0OTQ1ZDUw/YjBlMS5QTkc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}