Play Saves the World

著者： Daniel Hilty & Kevin Taylor
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  • Daniel and Kevin explore the meaning of play for human flourishing – what it is, what it means, and how people create and maintain playful lives. We explore books, people, places, and ideas committed to engendering play in the midst of busy, working lives.
    © 2024 Kevin Taylor
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  • Episode 105: The Joy of Homing Pigeons

    Episode 105: The Joy of Homing Pigeons
    2024/08/25
    In this episode of Play Saves the World, the hosts Daniel and Kevin are joined by Thomas Jones, also known as the Birdman, to discuss the love of homing pigeons. They talk about the different types of pigeons, the special abilities of homing pigeons, and the bond between humans and these birds. Thomas shares his personal journey with pigeons and how they saved his life by keeping him away from negative influences. The conversation also touches on the intelligence of crows and the role of nature in providing a sense of freedom and calm. Thomas shares how he got into raising and racing pigeons, including a story about hatching a pigeon from an egg found by his son. He talks about different types of pigeons and their abilities, as well as the process of racing pigeons. Thomas also discusses his ministry of releasing pigeons at funerals and weddings, explaining the symbolism behind it. He shares some fun facts about pigeons and surprises the hosts with a live pigeon named Wolf. The conversation ends with Thomas sharing his YouTube channel and the impact his videos have had on viewers. Takeaways Homing pigeons have a special ability to find their way back home no matter where they are released. Pigeons can form a strong bond with their owners and provide a sense of companionship and dependability. Nature and animals, like pigeons, can bring a sense of calm, joy, and connection to something greater. Hobbies and playful activities, such as keeping pigeons, can have a profound impact on one's life and provide a sense of purpose and meaning. Pigeon racing involves training and racing homing pigeons over long distances. Releasing pigeons at funerals and weddings symbolizes the release of the spirit and brings comfort to grieving families. Keeping pigeons requires regular cleaning and protection from predators. Pigeons can live up to 20 years in captivity. Pigeons have a heart rate of 600 beats per minute while flying. Different breeds of pigeons have different abilities and characteristics. Sound Bites "The birds actually were good for me and kept me away from a lot of things that I could have gotten involved in as a youth." "We can find calm and love in things that aren't actually affectionate." "Hello, Slater. Thank you. I think Slater is the first non-human guest we've had on this podcast." "I got one more surprise here thought I'd share before we go and this is Wolf" "Say hello to Wolf" "I'm embarrassed that I, I showed my ignorance in front of the bird man" Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 02:40 The Special Abilities of Homing Pigeons 07:58 The Bond Between Humans and Pigeons 13:23 The Calming and Freeing Power of Nature 20:52 Rediscovering Childhood Hobbies 24:49 Thomas's Journey into Raising and Racing Pigeons 32:40 The Symbolism of Releasing Pigeons at Funerals and Weddings 35:41 Fun Facts About Pigeons: Heart Rates and Training 41:01 The Challenges of Raising Pigeons: Cleaning and Care 43:37 The Longevity of Pigeons: Up to 20 Years in Captivity 45:51 Thomas's YouTube Channel: Sharing the Love for Pigeons CALL TO ACTION: Subscribe to our newsletter (https://buttondown.email/BoardGameFaith) Support us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/boardgamefaith/) Interact with us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/boardgamefaith/) Discord us Discord (https://discord.gg/MRqDXEJZ)
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    52 分
  • Episode 104: To Play Is Human

    Episode 104: To Play Is Human
    2024/08/04
    In this episode, Daniel and Kevin discuss the necessary and unnecessary aspects of play. They explore how play helps us focus on the present moment and be more present to the realities in front of us. They also discuss how play reflects the values of God and is a core element of our humanity. Playfulness allows us to be fully engaged in the present and brings joy and fulfillment to our lives. Play allows us to be present and free from the burden of seriousness. It is a way to engage in lightness and self-forgetfulness. Playfulness is a mark of divinity, as angels can fly because they take themselves lightly. Play is unnecessary and purposeless, which brings joy and freedom. It helps us reject the oppressive narratives of the world and embrace our core identity. Play is a revolutionary act that rejects the compulsory nature of work and allows us to be truly human. Takeaways Play is both necessary and unnecessary. It is unnecessary in the sense that it involves unnecessary obstacles and is an end unto itself. However, it is necessary for human flourishing and brings joy and fulfillment to our lives. Play helps us focus on the present moment and be more present to the realities in front of us. - It allows us to let go of worries about the future or regrets about the past. Playfulness reflects the values of God and is a core element of our humanity. It is a gift that allows us to fully engage in the present and experience the joy of being. Engaging in play can be a form of meditation or worship, where we focus on the present moment and let go of future-oriented or goal-oriented thinking. Play is a reminder that life is not just about achieving goals or being productive, but also about experiencing joy, connection, and the beauty of the present moment. Play allows us to be present and free from the burden of seriousness. Playfulness is a mark of divinity, as angels can fly because they take themselves lightly. Play is unnecessary and purposeless, which brings joy and freedom. Play helps us reject the oppressive narratives of the world and embrace our core identity. Play is a revolutionary act that rejects the compulsory nature of work and allows us to be truly human. Sound Bites "Play really helps us to focus on the gift of being over doing." "Play gives us the ability to be more present to the things right in front of us." "Play is the necessary unnecessary." "Creating points of focus and goals that are so unnecessary that we don't get tricked into thinking they are serious and important." "Creating a mandala that gets destroyed or moving a piece across a board that doesn't matter." "Play is a powerful tool for freedom and gracefulness." Chapters 00:00 Introduction 14:40 Recap of Previous Episodes 19:50 The Necessary Unnecessary: Play and Our Humanity 23:53 Play as a Reflection of God's Values 25:54 The Gifts of Playfulness: Joy and Fulfillment 29:16 Play: A Necessary and Defining Element of Our Humanity 32:10 The Power of Presence and the Freedom of Play 37:22 The Theology of Play: Connecting Play and Grace 46:48 Embracing Lightness and Laughter: The Oppression of Seriousness 50:23 Playfulness as a Revolutionary Act 57:15 The Joy of Being Light: Laughter and Freedom 01:00:51 Exploring Tabletop Games and the Joy of Raising Homing Pigeons CALL TO ACTION: - Subscribe to our newsletter (https://buttondown.email/BoardGameFaith) - Support us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/boardgamefaith/) - Interact with us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/boardgamefaith/) - Discord us Discord (https://discord.gg/MRqDXEJZ)
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  • Episode 103: Wired for Play

    Episode 103: Wired for Play
    2024/07/14
    Previously, We Discussed How Play is Non-Instrumental, Voluntary, and Unnecessary. And yet, as will discover this episode, it is a necessity for human flourishing. It is the "necessary unnecessity." Playfulness is ubiquitous for animal life Playfulness in Ubiquitous to Human Experience Since the Beginning - For Adults Too * Royal Game of Ur (2500 BC) * Barbara Ehrenreich - Dancing in the Streets - A History of Collective Joy * Herodotus - Games invented in Lydia (450 BC) * Chess, Go, Backgammon, Mancala - Africa, Asia, Middle East * Alfonso's Book of Games (1283) Playfulness is Behind Creativity and Cultural Advancement * Steven Johnson - Wonderland: How Play Made the Modern World * Banu Musa Brothers (9th century Baghdad) * Merlin's Magical Museum (Thomas Denton, 18-19th century England) * Punchcards lead to looms lead to computer programming Play is Essential for Human Development * Dr. Stuart Brown has written and taught extensively on this topic, discovering that play is essential for emotional, physical, and mental development and health--and that the absence of play can lead to social and emotional challenges later on in life. * Jonothan Haidt has recently also argued for the importance of free play for human development Play is Therefore a Basic Human Right * J. Drew Lanham - People have fought and died for the right of others to play * It is not a luxury; it is an essential part of being human * Dave Bindewald - In the face of suffering, our task is not to marginalize play, but to double-down on its importance. Jane McGonigal - Given that We are Wired for Play, How Can We Gamify Life? * Would probably still define work and play a little differently than she does (she says play is work we enjoy), but she is great at exploring ways to bring elements of play (voluntary, unnecessary obstacles) to work * What are some examples? * Quests to do chores * Tombstone Hold-Em * Crowdsourcing Research - Three Body Problem * However, they are still a means to an end. So What's Going On Here? If Play is Unnecessary, Why is it Such a Necessity? * On our next episode, the spiritual necessity of play Takeaways Play is a universal and essential part of the human experience, not just for children but also for adults. Playfulness and play have been present throughout history and across cultures, from ancient games to modern-day fashion and coding. Animals also engage in play, demonstrating the innate nature of playfulness. Play is a catalyst for human creativity and cultural achievements, shaping our society and civilization. Play allows for experimentation, exploration, and the development of new ideas and concepts. Play is a universal and essential part of the human experience. Bringing elements of play into other areas of life can lead to increased creativity, team building, and enjoyment. Games can be used to crowdsource solutions to complex problems. Sound Bites "Play is a universal and essential part of the human experience" "Animals play on various levels, demonstrating the innate nature of playfulness" "Playfulness is a major part of human culture and has shaped our creative and cultural achievements" "Energy and capitalism and growth, you know, these new areas and fields inventions come about really through play" "You know, can bypass our normal systems" "Play is not a luxury. It's an essential part of what it means to be human. It's a human right." CALL TO ACTION Subscribe to our newsletter (https://buttondown.email/BoardGameFaith) Support us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/boardgamefaith/) Interact with us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/boardgamefaith/) Discord us Discord (https://discord.gg/MRqDXEJZ)
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    59 分

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Daniel and Kevin explore the meaning of play for human flourishing – what it is, what it means, and how people create and maintain playful lives. We explore books, people, places, and ideas committed to engendering play in the midst of busy, working lives.
© 2024 Kevin Taylor
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