Conversations with Strangers

About Conversations with Strangers

Conversations with Strangers is a deep-dive interview podcast that explores the human condition through the lens of individual stories and niche subcultures. Hosted by Micah Loughman, the show rejects surface-level small talk in favor of "weighty" and often unconventional topics. The podcast covers a vast spectrum of the human experience, ranging from: • Subcultures & Creativity: In-depth interviews with musicians, artists, and creators (such as Ryan Daniels of Inland Years) about their craft and the evolution of underground scenes. • The Unexplained: Deep dives into paranormal and anomalous experiences, including UFOs, Near-Death Experiences (NDEs), and "high strangeness." • Society & Technology: Discussions on the ethics of AI, the future of work, and the intersection of technology and human consciousness. The show is built on the philosophy that everyone has a story worth telling and that digging beneath the surface reveals a stronger sense of connection. Whether debating the nature of reality or tracing the history of a DIY music scene, Conversations with Strangers seeks to uncover the "why" behind the people we pass every day. About the Host Micah acts as an inquisitive guide, often bringing a perspective of "skeptical curiosity" to his interviews. He is known for a conversational style that allows guests to open up about their personal history, philosophical beliefs, and the defining moments of their lives.

Publisher

Micah Loughman

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

28 Jun 2021

Latest episode

25 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

252 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Oct 2026

   What’s REALLY Going on with Paris?

   Welcome back to Conversations with Strangers! In this episode, we dive into the massive social and economic turmoil unfolding globally, starting with the recent protests in Paris and expanding into a broader conversation about the cost of living crisis, AI-driven market valuations, economic bubbles, and the illusion of control over our own destinies. Are we staring down the barrel of a massive financial correction, or is "AI psychosis" pushing tech valuations past the point of no return? Join us as we break down the economics, politics, and philosophy behind today's headlines. 🔗 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/YmbvIWkq-cE?is=kpxLzZcMCC_E7WwV (https://youtu.be/YmbvIWkq-cE?is=kpxLzZcMCC_E7WwV) ⏱️ Timestamps: [00:02 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmbvIWkq-cE&t=2)] – Introduction: What's going on in Paris and across the globe [01:06 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmbvIWkq-cE&t=66)] – From student protests to a worldwide cost of living movement [01:54 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmbvIWkq-cE&t=114)] – Dissecting GDP: Why pretty charts don't match everyday wallet pain [03:45 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmbvIWkq-cE&t=225)] – The AI Bubble: Are tech valuations completely out of whack? [05:05 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmbvIWkq-cE&t=305)] – The automation paradox: What happens when tech replaces human labor? [07:40 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmbvIWkq-cE&t=460)] – Defining "AI psychosis" and why corporations ignore the breaking point [01:54:05 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmbvIWkq-cE&t=6845)] – Free will, stardust, and determinism: Are we really in control of our lives? [01:56:30 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmbvIWkq-cE&t=6990)] – Can you choose to be a good person, or are we just products of our environment? 💬 What are your thoughts on the economy and AI? Let us know in the comments below! 👍 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more Conversations with Strangers!

2. 

   21 Oct 2026

   AI Worms, Why Trump Sucks and Why do Ads Work on People?

   On this episode of Conversations with Strangers, we get into three topics that have no business sharing an episode: AI worms and how self-replicating malware could spread between AI systems, why we think Trump sucks, and why ads work on people even when we swear they don't. Expect honest, unfiltered takes, a few tangents, and probably some disagreement. If you enjoyed it, like the video, subscribe for new conversations, and tell us in the comments which topic you want us to dig into next. #ConversationsWithStrangers #AIWorms #Podcast

3. 

   9 Oct 2026

   Free Speech Debate and Is Truth Objective

   **Is Truth Objective? A Free Speech Debate | Conversations with Strangers** If truth is objective, why can't anyone agree on it? And if it's not — what does free speech even protect? In this 80-minute debate we go back and forth on one of the oldest questions there is: is truth something we discover, or something we invent? No talking points, no safe answers — just an honest conversation. Drop your take in the comments. Is truth objective? 🎙️ Conversations with Strangers — new episodes every week. Subscribe so you don't miss the next one. #FreeSpeech #Debate #Philosophy #ConversationsWithStrangers #Podcast

Who has been a guest on Conversations with Strangers

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Dr Karen Boyd
• Richard Fair
• Mike Cormack
• Jeremie Andre
• Jon Chan

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.6 / 5

18 ratings

Spotify

4.2 / 5

15 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 59 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

88

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

77

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