The Abscondo Podcast: Conversations In Search of an Authentic Life
The Abscondo Podcast explores our collective search for meaning and personal truth. Abscondo is the alias of Mark Manney, an American musician, writer, and entrepreneur who has been living in Eastern Europe since 2005. The show features original music and intense conversation.
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Erase Your Debt in 3 Years
Some truths are so fundamental that they affect our lives ...
Some truths are so fundamental that they affect our lives whether we accept it or not. Money and debt are topics that cannot be avoided. David Weliver (www.moneyunder30.com) tells us about how he unburied himself from $80,000 of debt in 3 years.
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Changing the World is Simple (2011 Season Opener)
What is that basic human trait that makes us want ...
What is that basic human trait that makes us want to change the world? We all want to do something to give our lives meaning in our own unique ways. Today we talk to Julia Bailey, a PhD. and UCLA Professor who changes lives each day.
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Tradition (back on February 4th, 2011)
On this final podcast of the 2010 season, we discuss ...
On this final podcast of the 2010 season, we discuss the value of tradition in our lives. What role does tradition have in the life of a free-thinking, open-minded person? Is tradition a part of an authentic life? Comment on this show or download Abscondo's music: www.abscondo.com.
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Government is the Problem
This week we introduce the idea behind my upcoming book. ...
This week we introduce the idea behind my upcoming book. Inspired by the recent Republican victories in Congress, I am unveiling the idea that ends government as the problem. This podcast is for you only if you care about American politics. Comment on this show or download Abscondo's music: www.abscondo.com.
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Music In Our Lives
Sofia and I discuss the place music has in our ...
Sofia and I discuss the place music has in our modern lives. What makes us love a certain kind of music? How do we listen to it and when? How do we discover it and share it? If you love music or ever have, listen to this podcast and let us know what you think at www.abscondo.com
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Conflict
On this week's podcast, Sofia and Mark discuss the nature ...
On this week's podcast, Sofia and Mark discuss the nature of coflict. Does it exist in reality? What circumstances lead to conflict? How is it possible to avoid or resolve conflict? Comment on this show or download Abscondo's music: www.abscondo.com.
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Expectations
On this week's podcast, Sofia and I debate topics related ...
On this week's podcast, Sofia and I debate topics related to expectations. What do expectations mean in terms of our happiness? When (if ever) does it make sense to have expectations in life? This week's conversation doesn't offer any neat conclusions. Visit Abscondo.com to let us know your opinions.
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Mental Models
Each of us has our own, unique thought process which ...
Each of us has our own, unique thought process which is at least partially the result of our life experiences. So why do some of us constantly seek new experiences while others attempt to protect themselves from the unfamiliar or uncomfortable? Which of these approaches actually lead to a happier, easier, more fulfilling life? This week's podcast was indirectly inspired by the excellent documentary film Jesus Camp.
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Future Self
To have dreams and to have a vision for your ...
To have dreams and to have a vision for your life is a completely healthy part of seeking an authentic life. But to do so entirely at the expense of your present reality can be harmful. Today we discuss that delicate balance between working toward your dreams and fully living within your current reality. Comment on this podcast at http://www.abscondo.com
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An Inauthentic Life
This week we turn things around and discuss what we ...
This week we turn things around and discuss what we think it means to live in a way that is "less than authentic". Comment on this podcast or download the music you hear in the podcast for free at http://www.abscondo.com
