Independence as control Cosmic lack of control Controlling the weather Do humans ultimately desire to conquer and control? Civilization as control over environment Do we ever desire to lose control? The spiritual side: acknowledging a lack of control The power of the brain Drugs and loss of control Modern life: too much control? Who has more control? Uncertainty and letting go Commercial: The Vacuum Cleaner for your soul Self-control Controlling our dreams (shout out to Episode 14) Control and anxiety Pursuit of control as an irritant Is there a balance between control and lack of control? The relationship between control and power Has the Internet given people more control? Internet activism How do our choices affect others? Bonus: Getting the commercial right