PvI#115: Mary and Mark Astro-Logically

PvI#115: Mary and Mark Astro-Logically

From Philosophy vs. Improv by Mark Linsenmayer

April 8, 2026 · 49 min · Season 5 · Episode 115

About this episode

In this episode, hosts discuss astrological biases and the dynamics of changing one's mind through humor and improv.

In this pitched, high-stakes battle, your hosts have it out about astrological biases, doing offensive accents, letting go of control in an improv scene, and group-based restrictions on who you feel you date. OK, actually, it’s not a battle, but an illustration of how the dynamics of changing one’s mind works: Despite what you might be reading or who might be lecturing at you or demonstrating something for you, you invariably have to do the work yourself. Does Jesus have time to appear on your toast? Are all TV characters robots in a shared robot universe? Are zodiac signs based on serial killer characteristics? How does Pluto FEEL about not being a planet any more? So many vital questions definitively addressed in one meditation together… You can choose to watch this on unedited video : Image note: we’re taking a break from AI art this week, as planets are a slam dunk for actual kid art, and this one is by Amulya Altagi , shortlisted in an actual painting competition. Hear more PvI . Support the podcast to get all the post-game chatter and an ad-free experience.

People in this episode

Host: Mark Linsenmayer

Guest: Mary

Topics covered

  • astrology
  • improv
  • biases
  • dating
  • mind change
  • comedy

Keywords

  • astrology
  • improv
  • biases
  • dating
  • mind change
  • comedy
  • Pluto
  • Jesus
  • TV characters

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Image note: we’re taking a break from AI art this week, actual kid art

Places: Pluto

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