Finding Peace in Not Knowing with Paul Cram

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The Purple Pawedcast

Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.

83 episodes

1 week ago

Welcome to The Purple Pawedcast, where we unpack the complexities of gender, identity, and what it truly means to be human—without the academic jargon (okay, maybe just a little, but only the fun kind). Curated by Amethysta Herrick. Ph.D., this pod is where science, philosophy, and lived experience collide to challenge assumptions and spark new perspectives. Whether you’re here to explore your own identity, stay informed on the latest research, or just enjoy a deep dive into the human experience, we deliver thoughtful, engaging, and refreshingly honest discussions. No fluff. No gatekeeping. Just real conversations about who we are and how we navigate the world. Dive in, stay curious, and let’s rethink identity together.

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Finding Peace in Not Knowing with Paul Cram

The Purple Pawedcast

1 hour 10 minutes

5 months ago

Finding Peace in Not Knowing with Paul Cram

Today's episode features some funny (and poignant) stories from Paul Cram. Paul is an actor, book lover, and multimedia designer who catalogs and celebrates Queer experiences everywhere. Paul and I consider topics as far afield as growing up knowing we don't matter, how acting can be identity therapy, and how we should discover who our children are, not dictate who they are.

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(00:00) - Opening credits
(00:37) - Show opening
(01:30) - Introducing Paul Cram
(05:00) - My story did not matter
(10:36) - How dare you...?
(15:27) - Accepting we can't understand the Bible
(18:47) - Peace in not knowing everything
(24:50) - In the name of love...
(28:18) - When we discovered who we are
(31:40) - Acting can be therapy...
(37:20) - ...but acting should not be therapy
(40:01) - Femininity and masculinity in romance
(46:41) - Toxic social scripts
(52:38) - Feeling good by smelling good
(58:12) - Dissonance in fragrance can be sexy
(01:04:38) - How to find Paul Cram on the internet
(01:06:58) - Paul is hilarious - for real
(01:08:58) - Show closing
(01:09:52) - Closing credits

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