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The Curious Introvert

Meredith Hackwith Edwards
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A weekly podcast covering societal taboos & cultural blind spots. Join host Meredith Hackwith Edwards as she deep dives with curiosity & nuance into philosophy, society & culture with expert guests.

Episodes frequently feature philosophers, researchers, historians & journalists.

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Could your mouthwash be causing high blood pressure? Can your spit predict cancer?

Nikki Eisenhauer is a licensed professional counselor, chemical dependency counselor, and professional psychotherapist. She is also an incest & abuse survivor.

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What is it like to change your mind on something you wrote a best seller on?

Joshua Harris is the author of I Kissed Dating Goodbye, a best-selling book in the late ’90s touting courtship as the superior way to find God’s perfect match for you & avo... more

Do dreams happen in our minds? What can lucid dreaming tell us about the nature of consciousness?

Dave Green is a London-based artist who creates drawings not FROM his dreams, but IN his dreams, which he re-creates upon waking. He’s the author of Do... more

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Nikki Eisenhauer
Licensed professional counselor, chemical dependency counselor, psychotherapist; incest and abuse survivor
Independent clinician/trainer
Episode: Ep. 347: Trigger Warnings: Making us Fragile or Helping us Heal? [REMASTERED]
Joshua Harris
Author of I Kissed Dating Goodbye; former evangelical pastor
Author, Speaker
Episode: Ep. 345: Is Premarital Sex Bad? [REMASTERED]
Dave Green
Artist and author of Doodles in the Dark; lucid dreaming practitioner
Independent artist
Episode: Ep. 344: Lucid Dreams & OBEs: One Researches. The Other Explores it First Hand.
Damon Abraham
Parapsychologist and principal research scientist for Entangled
Entangled app
Episode: Ep. 344: Lucid Dreams & OBEs: One Researches. The Other Explores it First Hand.
Hakeem Isler
Founder of Psi Games, former PsyOps specialist, expert in psi modalities
Psi Games
Episode: Ep. 343: Developing Psychic Abilities in a World on Fire (is this really that important?)
Ellen Huet
Award-winning journalist for Bloomberg News and Bloomberg Businessweek; author of Empire Of Orgasm
Bloomberg
Episode: Ep. 342: The Cult That Sold Orgasms
Douglas Robertson
Reflective adventurer, mindful mariner, and author of The Last Voyage of the Lucette
Author
Episode: Ep. 341: Lost at Sea at 16: Killer Whales & Courage [REMASTERED]
Gary Laderman
White Professor of American Religious History and Cultures at Emory University
Emory University
Episode: Ep. 340: Funerals in America: Status FOR SALE?
Bill Schutt
Ph.D. zoologist, emeritus professor of biology at Long Island University, research associate at the American Museum of Natural History
Long Island University; American Museum of Natural History
Episode: Ep. 339: Cannibalism – Communion to Placenta – Where Do We Draw the Line? [REMASTERED]

Host

Meredith Hackwith Edwards
Host of The Curious Introvert; guides conversations and questions

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 272 ratings
  • AWESOME SHOW

    Great show! Always full of new information!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carla Hollman
    United States2 months ago
  • Fantastic way to cure my curiosity!

    One of the best podcasts to cure my curiosity when I browse the titles and read what each episode is about. I will admit I don’t listen to every episode, but that’s what this podcast is about! It’s about listening and learning things that intrigue me the most!

    Meredith does a wonderful job, deep diving into these super intriguing subjects. She even asks all the right questions to get the best response from the guest to make it the most informational!

    100/10!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rawrblaah
    United States2 months ago
  • Stay away from episode 297,,,psychic sick marine has an eye ("I") problem 🤪

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Boo2009
    a year ago
  • Always different

    I love the unique variety that Meredith brings to her pod… You never know what you’re going to get. But it’s always going to be thoughtful and insightful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Niua2003
    United Statesa year ago
  • Where curiosity, education, and a dose of fun meet

    I love the variety and randomness of the topics she explores in every episode. There really is something for everyone. She has done her research on each guest and yet leaves room for an open dialogue without judgement. It’s a safe place to explore and build those brain muscles!! Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jamphillips
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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High-quality guests and deep dives that stay engaging.
Curiosity-forward host with thoughtful guests and clear questions.
Shows range from provocative to practical; always interesting.
Hosts push boundaries while staying respectful and rigorous.

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Ep. 343: Developing Psychic Abilities in a World on Fire (is this really that important?)
Q: I've also heard you talk about that it has a positive effect on fear mitigation. Can you explain that?
As people become more aware of their potentials and deepen their practice, they fear less because they realize they have the capability to engage with challenges, which reduces fear of the unknown and of potential danger.
Ep. 342: The Cult That Sold Orgasms
Q: What about Nicole Daedone's background and childhood—how did that shape OneTaste?
Her upbringing in the Bay Area, a difficult family history including allegations about her father, and her later experiences with extreme personal experimentation framed her as someone who pursued radical paths to personal growth and who preached a victim-free worldview that could be leveraged within the group.
Ep. 342: The Cult That Sold Orgasms
Q: How were they recruiting people?
Recruitment relied on free or low-cost meetups, online advertising, and experiential events like communication games to create a sense of community, followed by targeted sales pitches for workshops and courses that could escalate in price and commitment.
Ep. 341: Lost at Sea at 16: Killer Whales & Courage [REMASTERED]
Q: What sparked your family's decision to embark on such a dangerous voyage at a young age?
The father wanted to broaden horizons and educate the children through a world voyage, despite the lack of formal sailing training, trusting on-the-job learning and the family's resolve.
Ep. 337: Can a Sexless Marriage Survive? [REMASTERED]
Q: How should couples handle external medical issues that impact sexual function?
Consult medical professionals to understand the medical implications, explore alternatives for pleasure beyond penetrative sex, and consider involving pelvic floor therapies or other treatments to reduce pain and improve comfort.

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A thought-provoking interview series that dives into taboo topics and cultural blind spots with a curious, nuanced lens. Episodes frequently feature philosophers, researchers, journalists, and historians who unpack complex ideas—from religion and aging to trauma, consciousness, and social norms—through accessible conversations guided by a thoughtful host. The show stands out for its willingness to tackle controversial or fringe subjects with rigor and empathy, often linking historical context to contemporary culture and personal stories that illuminate larger societal patterns.

Listeners are drawn to deeply researched discussions that mix academic perspective with real-world implications. Expect thoughtful skepticism, practical takeaways, a... more

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