
The Absurd World is a podcast that dives headfirst into the chaos of existence, exploring life’s biggest (and weirdest) questions through the lens of existentialism, absurdity, and a healthy dose of humor. Hosted by existential psychotherapist Jesse Gill, LCSW, this show unpacks the meaning(lessness) of life, authenticity, and human nature—while also embracing the ridiculousness of it all. Whether... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 71 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PhilosophySociety & Culture | |||

There are many things we question on this podcast. We challenge assumptions, call out ideas we take for granted, and examine the concepts we think we understand. But surely there are some things so fundamental to our existence that they are beyond qu... more
You hear about it all the time. People claim to have it, joke about it, and reduce it to a collection of quirky habits. But for those who actually live with OCD, there is nothing funny about it.
So let us explore what it really is.
In this weeks ep... more
Are you tired of being a square? Tired of always doing what you are told? Tired of following the rules and seeing reality the same way everyone else seems to? Well... have you ever considered psychedelics?
In this weeks episode, we swan dive into th... more
We hear so much about change. About finding ourselves, becoming authentic, and creating meaning in our lives. But would it not be nice if someone handed us a map?
In this weeks episode, and the final installment in our three part series on Jungian p... more
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A great overview of existential philosophy and so much more.
I look forward to seeing new episodes each week!
This podcast goes into topics of our absurd modern society and the host gives an interesting perspective of how we function despite all of its flaws. There are no annoying ads and there is no annoying sales pitch! Each week I look forward to each episode.
I love this podcast so much. It's entertaining while being educational. It challenges me to think differently about each topic. I keep recommending it to friends and family. Keep up the great work!!
Not surprised by the quality of the podcast and host which is exceptional, but surprised by how quickly it got me thinking and exploring my own life and authenticity. Nicely done—will be a regular listener going forth and forever.
Finally a podcast from an amazing clinician! Literally one of the best clinicians I know. So glad you’re spreading all that positivity and knowledge out to the world! Go Jesse!!
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Apple Podcasts | #92 |
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A thoughtful, philosophy-forward show that examines meaning, authenticity, and human behavior through existential thought, psychology, and a dose of humor. Recent episodes tackle boundaries, burnout, the nature of reality in an AI age, the ethics of evil, belonging, and therapy, all woven with references to thinkers like Nietzsche, Arendt, Fromm, Jung, and Sartre. The host's approach balances rigorous ideas with practical takeaways for everyday life, relationships, and work, often pairing personal anecdotes with accessible theory. A standout thread across episodes is a commitment to living authentically amid modern chaos, while questioning conventional wisdom about freedom, belonging, and selfhood. This blend of deep philosophy and relatabl... more
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The Absurd World Podcast launched a year ago and published 71 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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