Key Thinking (Aloud)
Key Thinking is a culture philosophy podcast that embraces nuance, controversy and contrarian thinking. Guided by self-examination and critical thought, Keith thinks aloud his impressions of various cultural topics, making vulnerable his own biases and experiences. At heart, Key Thinking aims for honesty and sincerity, even if difficult.
I took this online quiz to determine which Berlin party I should vote for. It’s nice to think locally.
I used to be "pro-Palestine". Now I'm "pro-Israel". But I'm mostly just annoyed by how society talks about this topic.
I took a test about moral foundations. I care most about liberty, then fairness. Take the test with me.
Regarding many issues these days, many of us act on one moral principle alone, to our own peril somehow. Homelessness is a good example of this.
Sometimes I want to rant about something in this stupid world, but then I feel ashamed to, fearful of how it’ll be interpreted. It’s hard to communicate when people so often just hear what they want.
I want the caution to accept things I cannot change, the daring to change the things I possibly can, and the wherewithal to know the difference.
Is there a generation gap between milennials (1980-1996) and zoomers (1996-) in regard to understanding the pandemic? As an aging milennial, am I out of touch?
Sure, it’s kind of a housing issue, but barely. 90% of the chronically homeless suffer from mental health issues and/or drug abuse. We need provide more comprehensive drug rehabilitation clinics, and reinstate mental institutions.
I think I know what’s best for myself. And I think I can conscientiously figure out how to fit into a health-obsessed society.
Feminism is used by different people to mean different things. Let’s get some clarity, and celebrate femininity.
How much of our beliefs are based on actual knowledge? And how much is ideology? Is it also ok to not know certain things?
Analysis of the excellent HBO miniseries Chernobyl (2019), and its parallels with Covid-19.
What are LGBT issues? Is this concept actually helpful today when discussing socio-political issues?
Is there any political debate more fraught than that of abortion? How does such a personal health issue become so mired in controversy?
Cancel culture is real. I have proof..