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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit mikeyopp.substack.comFriend of the show and friend IRL Russell McOrmond joins me to talk about casual, off-the-cuff water cooler topics like: social cohesion, how to leave the soul-we-don’t-own better off, and the notion that perhaps society has its own pathology. If you’re tired of podcasts within the Overton Window, look no further. This one definitely goes way beyond the…

This is Coffin Talk episode number 300! It features the three founding members: Mike, Elana, and Sam Oppenheim. And we’re celebrating, because it’s been five years since we started it, and we never missed a week! Also, this episode has a HUGE announcement…Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mikeyopp.substack.com/subscribe

Matt Ruby is a comedian and writer from New York City. His smart and dark brand of standup is “button-pushing” and “funny” according to the NY Times. He’s also one of Mike’s favorite entertainers, so this was a big deal for him (But don’t tell Matt, it might weird him out.). Check out his substack!Please rate us on Apple and/or Spotify and subscribe to our YouTube channel This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mikeyopp.substack.com/subscribe

Liz Scott is a psychologist, writer, dog lover and blessed mama and grandma. Her newest book, You’re Going to Die But Not Me is an up-close examination of her mortality journey from near-terror to near-acceptance. Originally from New York City, she lives and works in Portland, Oregon. For more, please visit: lizscottwriter.com & please join her substack, it’s free!Please rate us on Apple and/or Spotify and subscribe to our YouTube channel This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mikeyopp.substack.com/subscribe

Jamey Hecht, PhD, PsyD is a psychoanalyst and scholar of literature, with a new book called Into Theism: Overcoming Obstacles to Belief in God. He has dedicated his life to helping others in the pursuit of an intellectual understanding of metaphysics, and his work is undeniably intelligent and compassionate, crafted with deft humility. Click this link to visit his website, intotheism.com for a free chapter from his book!Please rate us on Apple and/or Spotify and subscribe to our YouTube channel This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mikeyopp.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit mikeyopp.substack.comJoin Mike Oppenheim as he asks serious questions about nonsense with radio vet Matt Kolsky, a proverbial open-door. This episode is about sacrifice. Thank you for being a premium subscriber! Enjoy!

Paul Burgmayer is a spiritual director, researcher, and author with over sixteen years of experience accompanying others on their spiritual journeys. His book, The Making of Modern Spiritual Direction, is the fruit of a decade of research, chronicling how this ancient practice took its modern shape in the 20th century. Please visit his site historyofsd.com for more information and a link to his wonderful book.Please rate us on Apple and/or Spotify and subscribe to our YouTube channel This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mikeyopp.substack.com/subscribe

Born on the small island of Schiermonnikoog (about 1000 people) in the Netherlands, Richard Bouman is an all-Dutch guy who moved to the US in 2011—for a love that was unfortunately not supposed to last. He became an American citizen in 2020, and is an IT System Engineer for a large automotive company. In his free time, he likes to DJ, sight-see, eat good food, and philosophize with friends.Please rate us on Apple and/or Spotify and subscribe to our YouTube channel This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mikeyopp.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit mikeyopp.substack.comThis is a really personal one. I talk about…well, you’ll see.

Serious Nonsense is a Subcast of the Podcast Coffin Talk. Join Mike Oppenheim as he conducts serious Q&As about nonsense with radio veteran Matt Kolsky, a proverbial open-door. This episode is about wisdom, intelligence, and intuition. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mikeyopp.substack.com/subscribe