Episode 97

Control

In this episode of THE THREE-HEADED MAN, the group delves into the theme of "control" through various topics and stories. The conversation takes an intriguing turn as the group discusses controlling a small herd of alpacas, recounting a shearing story that serves as a backdrop for exploring the dynamics of control.

The guys examine the human desire to feel in control and the ways in which it affects our behaviors and decision-making processes. They talk about the concept of planning and how our need for control often leads us to create intricate plans, even when the future remains uncertain and unpredictable.

The discussion takes a personal turn as Jim shares his experience with diabetes and the aspect of manipulation associated with managing his condition. The group explores the distinction between control and influence, and the importance of adaptability and flexibility in navigating situations where control may be limited.

Dominance and the role of catechism are also explored, shedding light on the ways in which belief systems can be used as a means of control. The conversation examines the influence of societal norms, traditions, and ideologies on individuals and the potential for both empowerment and restriction.

As the episode comes to a close, the group wraps up the discussion by reflecting on belief systems and how they can serve as tools of control, ultimately prompting listeners to critically evaluate their own belief systems and the extent to which they contribute to personal agency and fulfillment.

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Fred M Schill

I like to do. I like to make things. And, I like telling stories. I tell stories to myself and to others.

First, a short biography, which is, of course, is a story. I was born in Cleveland, played sports, and attended university. Later, after a few years in the radio business, I returned to university to study education and literature.

With a teaching certificate in my file folder, I began working in high schools, first as a strike-breaking scab substitute teacher in Cleveland's far suburbs, and then in Chicago, mostly in private high schools.

Cleveland and Chicago. My two main towns, and I escaped them both. Presently, I live in a tiny, isolated, mountain village in Spain. I am reluctant to write the name of the town because I don't like tourists. When the tourists arrive, they look at me as if I am an animal in a zoo.