Welcome to alAndar w/ Marcos & Jim, a podcast where two friends, united in their love of art, share and discuss their work, their struggles, and their thoughts on all things creative.
Marcos de Jesús “de la Guagua” is a singer, rapper, and song-writer. James Noguera, aka "Jim Nog," is a fiction writer, poet, and university instructor.
Let's make the way - al andar!
Marcos de la Guagua and Jim Noguera explore fundamental philosophical questions about God, existence, and their significance in understanding the human condition during this episode.
11 May 2025
029. Philosophy Survey - Part 1
In this episode, Part 1 of a philosophical survey, Jim and Marcos answer some of the most difficult and fundamental questions in philosophy. The purpose is to give a general overview of Jim and Marcos' opinions on important questions, not so much because they're experts, they're not; but because these questions are important; and by exploring them together, we may better learn about life, what it's about, and why it's important. Listen to the full episode to learn more. Andamos!
TIMESTAMPS
(0:00) Preview
(0:39) Beginning theme
(1:10) Episode intro, context, outline
(12:26) Q1: What is meaningful?
(30:55) Q2: What is knowledge? It is possible?
(52:13) Q3: What is morality?
(1:14:29) Q4: What is morally good?
(1:25:55) Ending Theme
(1:27:01) Button
Marcos and Jim, as independent artists, need and greatly appreciate your support. Consider adding the podcast to your favorite podcatcher, leaving a comment, and/or sharing it with people you think would like it! We thank you, the Andarians and the Andariane! And let's make meaning on the way!
#alAndar #Philosophy #Survey #PhilosophySurvey #Socrates
MARCOS' LINKS
- Bandcamp: https://marcosdelaguagua.bandcamp.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcos_de_la_guagua/
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marcosdelaguagua
- Website: www.MarcosdelaGuagua.com
- X: https://twitter.com/delaguagua
JIM'S LINKS
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimnog/
- Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimnog
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jimnog27
- Website: www.JamesNoguera.com
- X: https://twitter.com/jimnog
CREDITS:
- Art: James Noguera
- Music: Marcos de la Guagua & Jim Nog
- Episode edit: James Noguera
- Show notes: James Noguera
DISCLAIMER:
While Marcos and Jim may discuss political or religious topics, the main focus of the podcast is to talk about and share art. Silence or absence of opinion from one doesn't imply agreement or endorsement of the other's stance.
20 Apr 2025
028. Creative Control & Neurodivergence
Marcos shares personal details about his struggle for creative control amid neurodivergent dissonance. As an ADHD-er, Marcos struggles for focus amid a storm of creative effusion. Can Jim relate? What is there to learn through these personal experessions of vulnerability and struggle? Find out on alAndar! Andamos!
Correction: The Poet's Cafe featuring your hosts Marcos de la Guaua and James Noguera will take place on May 8, 2025 at the Bronx Community College Writing Center (Sage Hall, Room 100) from 12pm-2pm. All are welcome.
TIMESTAMPS
(0:00) Preview
(0:24) Beginning theme
(0:53) Episode intro & context
(6:24) Artist as CEO, vs. as farmer, vs. as forager
(16:12) PIC 1
(29:44) PIC 2 & 3
(53:12) Efforts at organization
(1:16:07) Findings & implications
(1:21:31) Ending Theme
(1:22:38) Button
Marcos and Jim, as independent artists, need and greatly appreciate your support. Consider adding the podcast to your favorite podcatcher, leaving a comment, and/or sharing it with people you think would like it! We thank you, the Andarians and the Andariane! And let's make meaning on the way!
#alAndar #CreativeControl #Neurodiversity #ADHD #Productivity
MARCOS' LINKS
- Bandcamp: https://marcosdelaguagua.bandcamp.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcos_de_la_guagua/
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marcosdelaguagua
- Website: www.MarcosdelaGuagua.com
- X: https://twitter.com/delaguagua
JIM'S LINKS
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimnog/
- Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimnog
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jimnog27
- Website: www.JamesNoguera.com
- X: https://twitter.com/jimnog
CREDITS:
- Art: James Noguera
- Music: Marcos de la Guagua & Jim Nog
- Episode edit: James Noguera
- Show notes: James Noguera
DISCLAIMER:
While Marcos and Jim may discuss political or religious topics, the main focus of the podcast is to talk about and share art. Silence or absence of opinion from one doesn't imply agreement or endorsement of the other's stance.
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