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The Folklore of the Stars: Constellations, Navigation, and Destiny – Explore The Ancient Myths And Stories Associated With Stars And Constellations In Folklore, Used For Navigation (Identifying Directions), Telling Stories About Gods, Heroes, And Animals (Constellation Myths), And Believing In The Influence Of Stars On Human Destiny And Fate (Astrology in Folklore).

The Folklore of the Stars: Constellations, Navigation, and Destiny – A Celestial Lecture (Welcome to Astronomy 101: Mythology Edition! Grab your star charts, your skepticism (leave some at the door!),…
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The Folklore of the Sun: Deities, Power, and Life-Giving Force – Explore The Myths And Beliefs About The Sun In Folklore Around The World, Often Personified As A Powerful Deity (Ra, Apollo, Amaterasu), Seen As A Source Of Life, Energy, And Light, And Playing A Central Role In Creation Stories And Calendar Customs (Solstices), Reflecting Human Dependence On The Sun For Survival.

The Folklore of the Sun: Deities, Power, and Life-Giving Force (Lecture begins with a spotlight illuminating a giant, smiling sun emoji on the screen) Alright, settle down, sun-worshippers (and those…
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Eastern Philosophy: Ancient Wisdom from Asia – Explore Key Concepts and Schools of Thought from Eastern Philosophical Traditions, Such As Buddhism (Suffering, Enlightenment, Emptiness), Taoism (The Tao, Wu Wei), Confucianism (Ethics, Social Harmony), And Hinduism (Karma, Dharma, Moksha), Offering Different Perspectives on Existence, Consciousness, and the Good Life.

Eastern Philosophy: Ancient Wisdom from Asia - A Crash Course for the Bewildered (Lecture Begins - Imagine a slightly disheveled professor, sporting a mismatched robe and a twinkle in their…
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The Folklore of the Moon: Myths, Beliefs, and Influence on Human Affairs – Explore The Diverse Myths And Beliefs About The Moon In Folklore Around The World, Its Phases, And Its Perceived Influence On Human Behavior (Madness – Lunacy), Agriculture, Tides, And The Natural World, Often Personified As A Deity And Playing A Role In Creation Stories And Rituals.

The Folklore of the Moon: Myths, Beliefs, and Influence on Human Affairs (Lecture Begins - Lights dim, a spotlight shines on the podium. A slide with the moon phases cycles…
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Derrida and Deconstruction: Unpacking the Meaning Within Language – Explore Jacques Derrida’s Philosophical Approach of Deconstruction, Which Involves Analyzing Texts To Reveal Their Internal Contradictions and Multiple Meanings, Challenging The Idea Of Fixed Or Ultimate Meaning Within Language and Discourse.

Derrida and Deconstruction: Unpacking the Meaning Within Language – Or, Why Your Words Might Be Lying to You 🤥 (A Lecture in Deconstruction, or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying…
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The Folklore of Mountains: Sacred Peaks and Homes of Gods – Explore The Beliefs And Stories Associated With Mountains In Folklore, Often Seen As Sacred Places, Closely Connected To The Divine Or The Sky, Home To Gods, Spirits, Giants, Or Other Mythical Beings, Representing Challenges, Aspirations, And The Boundaries Between The Human And Supernatural Realms.

The Folklore of Mountains: Sacred Peaks and Homes of Gods (Lecture Begins) Alright, settle down, settle down! Welcome, intrepid explorers of the mind, to "The Folklore of Mountains: Sacred Peaks…
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Foucault and Power/Knowledge: How Power Shapes What We Consider True – Explore Michel Foucault’s Philosophical Ideas About The Intricate Relationship Between Power And Knowledge, Arguing That Power Structures Determine What Is Considered Knowledge Or Truth In A Given Society, Examining Institutions, Discourse, And Control.

Foucault and Power/Knowledge: How Power Shapes What We Consider True (Lecture begins with upbeat music fading slightly as the speaker, Dr. K, approaches the podium. Dr. K is wearing a…
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The Folklore of Trees: Sacred Trees and Tree Spirits – Explore The Beliefs And Stories Associated With Specific Trees In Folklore Around The World, Often Seen As Sacred (World Trees, Bodhi Tree), Possessing Healing Properties (Willow Bark), Providing Protection Against Evil, Or Being Home To Spirits Or Deities (Dryads), Reflecting A Deep Connection Between Humans And The Natural World And The Reverence For Ancient Trees.

The Folklore of Trees: Sacred Trees and Tree Spirits - A Lecture (Welcome music fades, a leafy green background appears. A slightly disheveled, but enthusiastic professor figure strides to the…
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The Frankfurt School and Critical Theory: Critiquing Modern Society and Culture – Explore the Ideas of Philosophers Associated with the Frankfurt School (Adorno, Horkheimer, Marcuse) Who Developed Critical Theory To Analyze And Critique Modern Society, Culture, And Capitalism, Examining Issues Of Power, Alienation, And Ideology.

The Frankfurt School and Critical Theory: Critiquing Modern Society and Culture (Professor Flibbertigibbet clears his throat, adjusts his oversized spectacles, and beams at the class. He gestures dramatically with a…
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The Folklore of Stones and Rocks: Sacred Objects and Places of Power – Explore The Beliefs And Stories Associated With Specific Stones, Rocks, And Geological Formations In Folklore, Often Seen As Sacred Sites (Standing Stones, Dolmens), Homes Of Spirits Or Deities, Possessing Special Powers (Healing Stones, Wishing Stones), Or Marking Important Locations And Events, Reflecting A Connection To The Earth And Its Ancient Forces.

The Folklore of Stones and Rocks: Sacred Objects and Places of Power - A Lecture in Lithic Lore (Professor Stoneheart adjusts his spectacles, clears his throat, and surveys the room…