In this festive holiday episode of So Listen: A Positing of Hideas, Kief and Sage dive deep into the duality of Christmas with “The Naughty and Nice List.” Alternating between figures of lore who embody the season's spirit of generosity and goodwill and those who represent its darker, mischievous side, they explore the stories behind icons like Saint Nicholas, Charles Dickens, and the Scandinavian Yule Goat, alongside fearsome beings like Krampus, Père Fouettard, and the chaotic Yule Lads. With each figure, they unravel the historical origins, cultural impact, and philosophical questions they inspire—like whether fear or generosity is a better motivator for morality, or if chaos is essential for holiday joy. As always, Kief and Sage sprinkle in their signature “highdeas” to keep things light, fun, and a little mind-bending.

In Episode 6 of So Listen: A Positing of Hideas, Kief Ericson and Sage Haze delve into the spine-chilling yet fascinating world of the philosophy of fear. They explore fear as a primal emotion, essential for survival yet capable of paralyzing reason. Through deep, hazy discussions, they consider fear's evolutionary roots, its role in shaping human behavior, and the ways it influences societal norms. From pondering why fear of the dark persists into adulthood to reflecting on how modern media weaponizes fear, Kief and Sage bring their unique blend of curiosity and stoner humor to the topic.

As the smoke swirls and ideas flow, the duo navigates the relationship between fear and power, unpacking how fear is often wielded as a tool for control. They ask the big questions: Can fear ever be empowering? How does confronting fear change us? With a mix of light-hearted banter and thought-provoking insights, this episode promises to leave listeners both entertained and introspective, ready to face their own fears—or at least laugh about them.

In this episode, Kief Ericson and Sage Haze dive into the many facets of love, from romance and friendship to self-love and compassion. They explore timeless questions like, “What is love?” and discuss whether it’s a universal truth, a social construct, or just brain chemistry. With a mix of ancient philosophies, personal stories, and modern takes, they uncover how love shapes our lives and the world around us.

What is fun, and why do we crave it? In this episode of So Listen: A Positing of Hideas, we explore what fun means, its role in our lives, and whether it’s the true purpose of life. From Aristotle’s ideas of flourishing to the science of dopamine and novelty, we unpack why fun feels so essential.

We’ll also dive into the darker side of fun—escapism, “fun guilt,” and inequality in access to joy. So grab a snack, spark up, and join us as we ask: Is life meant to be enjoyed?

In this episode of So Listen: A Positing of Hideas, Kief Ericson and Sage Haze explore the "Big Five Cryptids": Bigfoot, Nessie, Mothman, Chupacabra, and the Jersey Devil. Are they myths, anomalies, or something more? Spark up and join us as we ponder why these creatures capture our imagination.

Time travelers: Are they visitors from the future, messengers from the past, or just figments of our imagination? In this episode of So Listen, we explore the wild theories, mind-bending paradoxes, and trippy possibilities of moving through time. From biblical visions to modern conspiracies, we’re asking: What if time travel is already happening? Grab your favorite snack and join us for a cosmic journey through time!

In this debut episode of So Listen: A Positing of Hideas, we dive headfirst into one of the biggest questions out there—what if our reality isn’t real? Join us as we spark up and explore the Simulation Hypothesis, Plato’s Allegory of the Cave, and what it means to really “know” something. Are we living in a virtual construct, or is reality as solid as we think? From glitches in the Matrix to mind-bending theories, we’re breaking down reality, one hidea at a time. Buckle up and get ready to question everything.