Telos Initiative

Unlock the secrets of self-mastery and elevate your personal growth journey with hosts Angelo Cole, Chris Vigil, and Matt Maes in this captivating episode of the Telos Initiative. Ever wondered why some people seem to seamlessly blend knowledge and practice to excel in their crafts? Discover how practical experience can outshine theoretical knowledge, with engaging examples like woodworking and blacksmithing. Our conversation promi...

Have you ever pondered the stark contrast between feeling shame in solitude and guilt among peers? Join us on the Telos Initiative podcast for a compelling exploration of these mysterious emotions. We unravel how cultural norms shape our perception of shame while guilt often aligns with universal moral principles. Imagining scenarios like feeling shame on a deserted island, we discuss how our upbringing and cultural environment cra...

What if humor isn't just a subjective experience but a universal tool that shapes our response to life’s challenges? Join us on a whimsical journey as we explore the nature of humor, comparing its elements to those of tragedy and questioning whether comedy is a unique answer to suffering. We’ll dig into the characteristics of humor, from slapstick to dark humor, and highlight personal tales and funny moments that show how humo...

Could the way we perceive "up" and "down" be subtly shaping our realities? Join hosts Angelo Cole, Chris Vigil, and Matt Maes as they promise to unravel the profound influence of verticality on our language, culture, and subconscious. From the symbolic heights of the axis mundi to the depths of spiritual narratives, this episode explores how these directional concepts have historically signified clarity, power, ...

Can you truly trust your senses, or are we all just players in a grand simulation? Join Angelo Cole, Chris Vigil, and Matt Maes on the Telos Initiative podcast as we challenge the boundaries of reality and uncover the layers that shape our world. From the tangible to the intangible, we dissect objective and subjective experiences, drawing parallels between the consistency of waking life and the unpredictability of dreams, which ech...

Have you ever considered that true abundance might not be about wealth at all? This episode of our podcast invites you to explore abundance as a concept that transcends material possessions, focusing instead on joy, friendships, and virtues. We kick off with a light-hearted story about a simple joke shared with a stranger, illustrating how abundance can manifest in unexpected ways. By contrasting this notion with greed, we uncover ...

What if collective consciousness is the key to unlocking a deeper understanding of reality? Join hosts Angelo Cole, Chris Vigil, and Matt Maes as we explore this profound concept, diving into interpretations that range from panpsychism to Jungian psychology. We dissect how collective consciousness emerges when individual minds intertwine, creating something profoundly more powerful. Our discussion takes us through familial attuneme...

Have you ever wondered if evil is simply the absence of good? On this episode of the Telos Initiative podcast,  Angelo , Chris , and Matt tackle this profound question. Together, we traverse the intricate landscape of morality, dissecting the role of intention in our actions. From natural disasters lacking malicious intent to the moral weight of historical deeds, we explore the fine line between being morally good and merely effect...

Can you imagine navigating life without the guiding light of consciousness? In our latest episode, we embark on an extraordinary journey to unpack the profound mystery of consciousness, beginning with its foundational definition and historical roots. We delve into the intricate dance between conscious and unconscious processes, using relatable examples like breathing and driving to illustrate the fluidity between awareness and auto...

Unlock the secrets to living a balanced and fulfilling life with Angelo, Chris and Matt, as we explore the compelling world of archetypes. Our latest episode walks you through the essential traits of the four primary archetypes—Warrior, Lover, Magician, and Sovereign—as defined in Moore and Gillette's groundbreaking book, "King, Warrior, Magician, Lover." Learn how the Warrior's discipline, the Lover's appr...