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A warm, philosophical conversation about staying human in a world of creativity, technology, and change. In this condensed recap of This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von, host Theo Von sits down with Jeff Bridges to explore his 49-year marriage, the creative habits that kept him inspired, the making of Crazy Heart, and the Zen ideas that shaped his outlook on life. You’ll hear how Bridges thinks about listening in relationships, why hobbies matter, and what he learned from Bernie Glassman about “not knowing” and bearing witness. The discussion also touches on AI, digital companions, and the ethics of technology, including the tension between convenience and effort. If you’re interested in Jeff Bridges, Theo Von, marriage advice, Zen philosophy, mental health, creativity, and the future of AI, this short version gives you the key ideas from the full conversation in minutes. Listen now to get the key ideas in minutes.