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The Great Cosmic Debate: Jesus, Stan, and the Devil Walk into a Talk Show... An Absurdist Comedy
Jesus, Buddha, the Devil, and thirty of history's greatest minds gather for a YouTube philosophy show to answer life's biggest questions.
Also in attendance is Stan Laicus, insurance adjuster from Kansas, who just wants to know if he can leave early for his kid's baseball game.
(Ding)
That's Kevin. Stan's boss. He needs those quarterly reports.
On Philosophical Musings Plus, Carl Jung hosts the debate of the
Why is there suffering? The philosophers have twelve different answers.
Do we have free will? It depends on who you ask.
What's the meaning of life? Don't forget to like and subscribe.
While ancient wisdom traditions offer competing truths, Stan processes flood claims. While they debate cosmic destiny, Kevin sends another email. While they search for ultimate meaning, the subscriber count keeps climbing.
Six dialogues. Thirty philosophers. And one very confused insurance adjuster.
For fans of Kurt Vonnegut and The Good Place. For anyone who has ever looked for answers. For readers who suspect the universe might not be taking questions.
If this resonates with you, please consider leaving an honest review. Stan would appreciate it.
Also in attendance is Stan Laicus, insurance adjuster from Kansas, who just wants to know if he can leave early for his kid's baseball game.
(Ding)
That's Kevin. Stan's boss. He needs those quarterly reports.
On Philosophical Musings Plus, Carl Jung hosts the debate of the
Why is there suffering? The philosophers have twelve different answers.
Do we have free will? It depends on who you ask.
What's the meaning of life? Don't forget to like and subscribe.
While ancient wisdom traditions offer competing truths, Stan processes flood claims. While they debate cosmic destiny, Kevin sends another email. While they search for ultimate meaning, the subscriber count keeps climbing.
Six dialogues. Thirty philosophers. And one very confused insurance adjuster.
For fans of Kurt Vonnegut and The Good Place. For anyone who has ever looked for answers. For readers who suspect the universe might not be taking questions.
If this resonates with you, please consider leaving an honest review. Stan would appreciate it.
73 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 2, 2025
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About the author
Thomas Emerson
2 booksThomas Emerson writes fiction that blends philosophy, speculative ideas, and ordinary people caught in extraordinary systems. His work ranges from cosmic satire to near-future SF, unified by themes of identity, ethics, and the search for meaning in a world that rarely makes sense.
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November 13, 2025
So much truth
The 15 y.o. was the best question and was given the best answers. The older I get and with the current climate in this country, I was thinking, reflecting, and at times dying. When I pass I hope there are some who can recall that with word or deed I made a difference in their life
The 15 y.o. was the best question and was given the best answers. The older I get and with the current climate in this country, I was thinking, reflecting, and at times dying. When I pass I hope there are some who can recall that with word or deed I made a difference in their life
February 3, 2026
Philosophy 101
This book provides an introduction to philosophy disguised as a series in which many of the great thinkers in history discuss core questions of philosophy. The format is a fantastic way to present numerous perspectives on each question in a humorous and enlightening manner. Well done!
This book provides an introduction to philosophy disguised as a series in which many of the great thinkers in history discuss core questions of philosophy. The format is a fantastic way to present numerous perspectives on each question in a humorous and enlightening manner. Well done!
Displaying 1 - 2 of 2 reviews