Philosophize This!

Philosophize This!

Stephen West

Beginner friendly if listened to in order! For anyone interested in an educational podcast about philosophy where you don't need to be a graduate-level philosopher to understand it. In chronological order, the thinkers and ideas that forged the world we live in are broken down and explained.

Episode #222 ... Dostoevsky - Love in The Brothers Karamazov

Episode #222 ... Dostoevsky - Love in The Brothers Karamazov

Today we talk about the philosophical themes around love in The Brothers Karamazov. We talk about Dostoevsky's existential, tragic form of Christianity. Family as a microcosm of society. Active love as an experiential framing. The Grand Inquisitor. Hope you love it! :)Sponsors:ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/PHILORocket Money: http://www.RocketMoney.com/PTBetter Help: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHISThank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: http

Feb 16, • 40:44

Episode #221 ... Dostoevsky - The Idiot

Episode #221 ... Dostoevsky - The Idiot

Today we talk about the book The Idiot by Fyodor Dostoevsky. We talk about the curse of sainthood. The connection between beauty and morality via his moral-aesthetic spectrum. Realism vs. Idealism. And how beauty can save the world. Hope you love it! :)Sponsors:ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/PHILOBetter Help: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHISNord VPN: https://nordvpn.com/philothis Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophize

Feb 1, • 38:14

Episode #220 ... Dostoevsky - Demons

Episode #220 ... Dostoevsky - Demons

Today we discuss the philosophical themes of the book Demons by Fyodor Dostoevsky. We talk about western liberalism, the lack of moral leadership, the promises of Nihilism, the Madman and the Saint, and Dostoevsky's complicated relationship to faith. Hope you love it! :)Sponsors:Better Help: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHISQuince: https://www.QUINCE.com/ptThank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https:/

Jan 13, • 39:43

Episode #219 ... Dostoevsky - Crime and Punishment

Episode #219 ... Dostoevsky - Crime and Punishment

Today we talk about the philosophical themes that Dostoevsky had in mind when writing Crime and Punishment. We talk about Russian Nihilism and its consequences. Rational Utilitarianism and Egoism. A common misunderstanding of Raskolnikov as an embodiment of Nietzsche's work. Confession. Guilt. Affirming life through consent. And much more. Hope you love it! :)Sponsors:Nord VPN: https://nordvpn.com/philothis Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website:

Dec 23, 2024 • 32:19

Episode #218 ... Dostoevsky - Notes From Underground

Episode #218 ... Dostoevsky - Notes From Underground

Today we talk about the philosophical themes of one of Dostoevsky's most famous books: Notes From Underground. We talk about contemplative inertia, the "stone wall" of rationality, utopian socialism, the tension between love and freedom in the modern world, self-loathing as a defense mechanism, and much more. Hope you enjoy it. :)Sponsors:Nord VPN: https://nordvpn.com/philothis Aura Frames: https://www.AuraFrames.com use promo code: PTBetter Help: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHISTha

Dec 17, 2024 • 35:42

Episode #217 ... Religion and Nothingness - Kyoto School pt. 2 - Nishitani

Episode #217 ... Religion and Nothingness - Kyoto School pt. 2 - Nishitani

Today we talk about expanding our view of what a religious quest includes. The limits of dualistic thinking. Technological enframing and obsession with utility. Self-emptying. Consciousness, Nihility and Sunyata. Sunyata as immanence. Hope you love it! :)Sponsors:Aura Frames: https://www.AuraFrames.com use promo code: PTBetter Help: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHISZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/PHILOThank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: htt

Dec 6, 2024 • 47:08

Episode #216 ... The Self-Overcoming of Nihilism - Kyoto School pt. 1 - Nishitani

Episode #216 ... The Self-Overcoming of Nihilism - Kyoto School pt. 1 - Nishitani

Today we look at the work of Keiji Nishitani. We examine Nihilism in a deeper way than we've ever covered on the podcast before. We talk about The Great Doubt. Zen Buddhism. Sunyata. The self as similar to structural linguistics. Hope you enjoy it! :)Sponsors: Lumen: https://www.lumen.me/PTBetter Help: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHISThank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philo

Nov 18, 2024 • 35:33

Episode #215 ... How Mysticism is missing in our modern lives. (Critchley, Heidegger)

Episode #215 ... How Mysticism is missing in our modern lives. (Critchley, Heidegger)

Today we talk about whether it's possible to achieve not just freedom of the will, but freedom from the will. The technological enframing of reality from the perspective of Heidegger. Misconceptions about Mysticism. The ways that modern life prevents us from having more of a connection with Being. Some ways to start practicing mystical types of experiences using the resources that we have available to us. We do all of this via some points made by Simon Critchley in his new book On Mysti

Oct 30, 2024 • 31:16

Episode #214 ... Framing our Being in a completely different way. (Heidegger)

Episode #214 ... Framing our Being in a completely different way. (Heidegger)

Today we look at Heidegger's critique of metaphysics and the traditional subject-object framing in philosophy. How multiple framings are necessary for a fuller picture of our being. His challenge to thinkers like Nietzsche and Descartes. Dasein, the limitations of objectivity. Phenomenology as an alternative focusing on the importance of lived experience. And his ideas on temporality and death as a horizon of our being. Hope you love it! :)Sponsors:Nord VPN: https://nordvpn.com/philothi

Oct 21, 2024 • 37:54

Episode #213 ... Deleuze Interprets Nietzsche (Difference, Joy, Affirmation)

Episode #213 ... Deleuze Interprets Nietzsche (Difference, Joy, Affirmation)

Today we talk about Deleuze's interpretation of Nietzsche's work. We talk about difference taken to radical new levels. The image of thought from the history of philosophy. Nietzsche framed as the enemy to the dialectic. Active vs Reactive forces. Deleuze's thoughts on art as a vehicle for the creation of the new instead of our typical approach via acquiring more information. Hope you love it! Be well. :)Sponsors:Better Help: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHISAG1: https://www.DrinkAg1.

Oct 13, 2024 • 37:03

Episode #212 ... Nietzsche and Critchley on the tragic perspective. (Amor Fati pt. 2)

Episode #212 ... Nietzsche and Critchley on the tragic perspective. (Amor Fati pt. 2)

Today we begin by talking about Nietzsche's concept of life-affirmation. Contrasting it with the renunciative, rational traditions of Western thought. The episode then delves into Greek tragedy through the lens of Simon Critchley's work; making a case for how these ancient plays offer a life-affirming perspective by embracing the ambiguity of human existence. Sponsors:MUD/WTR: https://www.mudwtr.com/PTSBetter Help: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHISNord VPN: https://nordvpn.com/philoth

Sep 30, 2024 • 38:29

Episode #211 ... Nietzsche returns with a hammer!

Episode #211 ... Nietzsche returns with a hammer!

Today we talk about Nietzsche's views on the decay of western society. We talk about his problems with Socrates. The genealogy of Egalitarianism that has led to our modern societies, and how to contextualize his concept of the Ubermensch within modern culture. Hope you enjoy it! :)Sponsors:Lumen: https://www.lumen.me/PTAG1: https://www.DrinkAg1.com/philoBetter Help: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHISThank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https:

Sep 22, 2024 • 40:32

Episode #210 ... The Pedagogy of the Oppressed (Paulo Freire, Education)

Episode #210 ... The Pedagogy of the Oppressed (Paulo Freire, Education)

We talk about Paulo Freire's Pedagogy of the Oppressed. His critique of the banking model of education. The importance of critical consciousness. His Existentialist influence. The dialectic between oppression and liberation. The problem-posing model of education. The role of dialogue in learning and the co-creation of knowledge. Marx's influence on Freire. The flexibility of Freire’s pedagogy. And some response to critics of Freire. Sponsors:Nord VPN: https://nordvpn.com/philothis Bette

Sep 12, 2024 • 38:42

Episode #209 ... Improving our world through applied ethics. (Peter Singer, Katarzyna de Lazari-Radek)

Episode #209 ... Improving our world through applied ethics. (Peter Singer, Katarzyna de Lazari-Radek)

Today we talk about Peter Singer's response to an anticapitalist critique of his work. Katarzyna de Lazari-Radek's thoughts on the wrong ways to be thinking about ethical terminology. Philosophy in schools. Creative activism. The ongoing impact of the Effective Altruist movement. Hope you enjoy it! :)Sponsors:Nord VPN: https://nordvpn.com/philothis Better Help: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHISChubbies: https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/ptThank you so much for listening! Could never do

Aug 26, 2024 • 36:03

Episode #208 ... The moral evolution of a philosopher. (Peter Singer)

Episode #208 ... The moral evolution of a philosopher. (Peter Singer)

On this episode, we track the changes in Peter Singer's ethical views throughout his career. We talk about Emotivism. R.M. Hare's Prescriptivism. Nozick's Experience Machine. Some thought experiments from Derek Parfit. Henry Sidgwick and Objectivist Hedonistic Utilitarianism. Hope you enjoy it!Sponsors: ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/PHILOLMNT: https://www.DrinkLMNT.com/philoBetter Help: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHISThank you so much for listening! Could never do this without you

Aug 18, 2024 • 44:18

Episode #207 ... Fear is toxic to a democracy. (Martha Nussbaum)

Episode #207 ... Fear is toxic to a democracy. (Martha Nussbaum)

Today we talk more about the work of Martha Nussbaum and her book The Monarchy of Fear. We discuss emotions as important appraisals of reality. The comparison of shame and guilt and their social implications. The prevalence of fear and its toxic impact on democracy. The importance of practical hope in fostering democratic participation. Hope you enjoy it! :)Sponsors: Rocket Money: http://www.RocketMoney.com/PTBetter Help: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHISNord VPN: https://www.NordVPN.

Aug 1, 2024 • 35:54

Episode #206 ... Capitalism is dead. This is Technofeudalism. (Yanis Varoufakis)

Episode #206 ... Capitalism is dead. This is Technofeudalism. (Yanis Varoufakis)

Today we talk about the concept of Technofeudalism as described by Yanis Varoufakis. We talk about the comparisons of our world to the feudal system, the origins in the economic policy of 2008, and a few potential paths forward centered around important questions to be revisiting. Hope you enjoy it! :)Sponsors:LMNT: https://www.DrinkLMNT.com/philoBetter Help: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHISRocket Money: http://www.RocketMoney.com/PTThank you so much for listening! Could never do th

Jul 21, 2024 • 37:28

Episode #205 ... Why a meritocracy is corrosive to society. (Michael Sandel)

Episode #205 ... Why a meritocracy is corrosive to society. (Michael Sandel)

Today we talk about the dark side of meritocracy, the effects it has on the way people see each other, the dialectic of pride and humility, education reform, and a rethinking of the way we see government officials. Hope you enjoy it. :)Sponsors:Nord VPN: https://www.NordVPN.com/philothisBetter Help: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHISThank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosop

Jul 1, 2024 • 32:02

Episode #204 ... The importance of philosophy, justice and the common good. (Michael Sandel)

Episode #204 ... The importance of philosophy, justice and the common good. (Michael Sandel)

Today we talk about some of the benefits of being a practitioner of philosophy. Michael Sandel's view of the three main approaches to justice throughout the history of philosophy. The strengths and weaknesses of all three. The consequences of replacing social norms with market norms. And the importance of the common good as a piece of a just society that is able to endure. Hope you enjoy it! :)Sponsors: Rocket Money: http://www.RocketMoney.com/PTNord VPN: https://www.NordVPN.com/philot

Jun 24, 2024 • 37:53

Episode #203 ... Why the future is being slowly cancelled. - Postmodernism (Mark Fisher, Capitalist Realism)

Episode #203 ... Why the future is being slowly cancelled. - Postmodernism (Mark Fisher, Capitalist Realism)

Today we continue developing our understanding of the ideas that have led to what Mark Fisher calls Capitalist Realism. We talk about tolerant relativism, postmodern artwork, the slow cancellation of the future, Hauntology and Acid Communism. Hope you enjoy it! :)Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispod

Jun 17, 2024 • 39:46

Episode #202 ... Why we can't think beyond capitalism. - Neoliberalism (Mark Fisher, Capitalist Realism)

Episode #202 ... Why we can't think beyond capitalism. - Neoliberalism (Mark Fisher, Capitalist Realism)

Today we begin our discussion on the work of Mark Fisher surrounding his concept of Capitalism Realism. We talk about the origins of Neoliberalism, it's core strategies, some critiques of Neoliberalism, and the hyperfocus on individualism and competition that has come to define a piece of our thinking in the western world. Hope you enjoy it and have a great rest of your week. :)Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.

Jun 3, 2024 • 35:16

Episode #201 ... Resistance, Love, and the importance of Failure. (Zizek, Byung Chul Han)

Episode #201 ... Resistance, Love, and the importance of Failure. (Zizek, Byung Chul Han)

Today we talk about a potential way to find meaning for someone prone to postmodern subjectivity. We talk about surplus enjoyment. Zizek's alcohol use, or lack thereof. Resisting surface level consumption. Love. And failure.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwes

May 6, 2024 • 36:58

Episode #200 ... The Postmodern subject and "ideology without ideology" (Zizek, Byung Chul Han, Marx)

Episode #200 ... The Postmodern subject and "ideology without ideology" (Zizek, Byung Chul Han, Marx)

Today we talk about several different common versions of the postmodern subject in contemporary culture. Hope you enjoy it! :)Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Apr 27, 2024 • 34:00

Episode #199 ... A conservative communist's take on global capitalism and desire. (Zizek, Marx, Lacan)

Episode #199 ... A conservative communist's take on global capitalism and desire. (Zizek, Marx, Lacan)

Today we talk about the distinction between left and right. Lacan's thoughts on desire. How Capitalism captures desire and identity. I would prefer not to. Moderately conservative communism. Hope you enjoy it! :)Get more: Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethisFind the podcast:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/philosophize-this/id659155419Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Shpxw7dPoxRJCdfFXTWLERSS: http://www.philosophi

Apr 15, 2024 • 44:33

Episode #198 ... The truth is in the process. - Zizek pt. 3 (ideology, dialectics)

Episode #198 ... The truth is in the process. - Zizek pt. 3 (ideology, dialectics)

Today we go into a deeper explanation of ideology and dialectics. Liberal democratic capitalism is featured as a special guest. Hope you enjoy it! :)Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Mar 24, 2024 • 37:10

Episode #197 ... New Atheists and cosmic purpose without God - (Zizek, Goff, Nagel)

Episode #197 ... New Atheists and cosmic purpose without God - (Zizek, Goff, Nagel)

As we regularly do on this program-- we steelman different philosophical positions. Hopefully the process brings people some joy. Today we go from ideology, to New Atheism vs Creationism, to Aristotle, to Thomas Nagel, to Phillip Goff's new book called Why? The Purpose of the Universe.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.c

Mar 10, 2024 • 38:45

Episode #196 ... The improbable Slavoj Zizek - Part 1

Episode #196 ... The improbable Slavoj Zizek - Part 1

Today we give an introduction to the thinking of Slavoj Zizek-- at least as much as is possible in ~35 mins. The goal is for this to be a primer for the rest of the series. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help.  Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis  Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcast X: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethi

Feb 24, 2024 • 33:42

Episode #195 ... Could Anarcho-Capitalism be the solution to our problems? - Anarchism pt. 4 (Rothbard, Friedman, Malice)

Episode #195 ... Could Anarcho-Capitalism be the solution to our problems? - Anarchism pt. 4 (Rothbard, Friedman, Malice)

Today we talk more about anarchism. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 10, 2024 • 31:21

Episode #194 ... Do we really need the police? - Anarchism pt. 3 - (Gelderloos, Security)

Episode #194 ... Do we really need the police? - Anarchism pt. 3 - (Gelderloos, Security)

Today we answer some questions about the potential security risks of an anarchist society.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 27, 2024 • 31:52

Episode #193 ...The chief export of the western world is trash. - Anarchism pt. 2 (Bookchin, Social Ecology)

Episode #193 ...The chief export of the western world is trash. - Anarchism pt. 2 (Bookchin, Social Ecology)

Today we talk about some of the work of Murray Bookchin. We talk about anarchism as a historical trend in human thought that keeps recurring. Then we talk about the superficiality of typical approaches to being environmentally conscious. We talk about Futurism and the hope of colonizing other planets. We talk about Artificial Intelligence and why people sometimes don't feel like celebrating its arrival.Get more:Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/p

Jan 9, 2024 • 32:18

Episode #192 ... Should we overthrow the government tomorrow? - Anarchism pt. 1 (Chomsky, Malatesta)

Episode #192 ... Should we overthrow the government tomorrow? - Anarchism pt. 1 (Chomsky, Malatesta)

Today we talk about some common misconceptions about Anarchism, the weaknesses of traditional government structures, a possible alternative way of cooperating and whether or not the government is the hierarchy we should be focusing on.Get more:Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethisPhilosophize This! Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@philosophizethisclips Be social:Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestInstagram: https://www.instagr

Dec 25, 2023 • 28:24

Episode #191 ... The modern day concentration camp and the failure of human rights. (Giorgio Agamben)

Episode #191 ... The modern day concentration camp and the failure of human rights. (Giorgio Agamben)

Today we talk about the philosophy of Giorgio Agamben. Human rights, a political tactic to dehumanize groups that has been growing in popularity, governments declaring states of emergency and how the concept of potential may in fact be a unifying force. https://www.philosophizethis.org

Dec 5, 2023 • 32:37

Episode #190 ... Are emotions a waste of time? - Neo-Stoicism (Martha Nussbaum)

Episode #190 ... Are emotions a waste of time? - Neo-Stoicism (Martha Nussbaum)

Today we talk about the lessons found in the ancient Greek play titled Hecuba. We talk about the great Stoic ethicists Epictetus, Seneca and Marcus Aurelius. We talk about Martha Nussbaum and her work looking to infuse classical Stoic ideas with all that we've learned in the sciences over thousands of years. We talk about compassion. Shame and guilt. Her capabilities approach. It's a whole lot of fun for the whole family. :)

Nov 27, 2023 • 31:33

Episode #189 ... Everything that connects us is slowly disappearing. - Byung Chul Han pt. 2

Episode #189 ... Everything that connects us is slowly disappearing. - Byung Chul Han pt. 2

Today we talk about the disappearance of rituals, truth, community, communication, public spaces and talk about the importance sometimes of being an idiot. Hope you love it! :)   Get more: Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Philosophize This! Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@philosophizethisclips   Be social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.

Oct 3, 2023 • 30:43

Episode #188 ... Achievement Society and the rise of narcissism, depression and anxiety - Byung-Chul Han

Episode #188 ... Achievement Society and the rise of narcissism, depression and anxiety - Byung-Chul Han

Today we talk about positive power, neoliberalism, narcissism as a reaction to modern life, how technology makes isolation easier, and some tactics to find peace in the digital panopticon.  Get more:Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Be social:Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philosophizethispodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.c

Sep 7, 2023 • 32:32

Episode #187 ... How much freedom would you trade for security? (Foucault, Hobbes, Mill, Agamben)

Episode #187 ... How much freedom would you trade for security? (Foucault, Hobbes, Mill, Agamben)

On today's episode we talk about the upsides of a surveillance state. The ongoing social dilemma of freedom vs security. The value of privacy. States of exception. And Deleuze's Postscript on Societies of Control.  Get more: Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Philosophize This! Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@philosophizethisclips   Be social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizeth

Aug 31, 2023 • 39:08

Episode #186 ... Are we heading for a digital prison? - Panopticon (Foucault, Bentham, Cave)

Episode #186 ... Are we heading for a digital prison? - Panopticon (Foucault, Bentham, Cave)

Today we talk about Jeremy Bentham's concept of the Panopticon. Michel Foucault's comparison to society in 1975. The historical role of intelligence as a justification for dominance. The anatomy of free will, and how a digital world may systematically limit our free will without us knowing it. Get more:Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethisPhilosophize This! Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@philosophizethisclips Be social:Twitter: http

Aug 24, 2023 • 36:51

Episode #185 ... Should we prepare for an AI revolution?

Episode #185 ... Should we prepare for an AI revolution?

Today we talk about the revolutionary potential of generative AI. For better or worse.    Support the podcast by checking out our sponsors: Better Help - https://www.betterhelp.com/PHILTHIS LMNT - https://www.drinkLMNT.com/PHILO    Get more: Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Philosophize This! Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@philosophizethisclips   Be social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwest Instagram: https://www

Aug 10, 2023 • 38:31

Episode #184 ... Is Artificial Intelligence really an existential risk?

Episode #184 ... Is Artificial Intelligence really an existential risk?

Get more: Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Philosophize This! Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@philosophizethisclips   Be social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philosophizethispodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow   Thank you for making the show possible. 🙂

Aug 2, 2023 • 35:20

Episode #183 ... Is ChatGPT really intelligent?

Episode #183 ... Is ChatGPT really intelligent?

Today we discuss ideas from John Searle and Noam Chomsky and consider several questions surrounding machine intelligence.  Get more: Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Philosophize This! Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@philosophizethisclips   Be social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philosophizethispodcast

Jul 22, 2023 • 29:33

Episode #182 ... What if free will is an illusion?

Episode #182 ... What if free will is an illusion?

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Jul 2, 2023 • 28:11

Episode #181 ... What if consciousness is an illusion?

Episode #181 ... What if consciousness is an illusion?

Get more:   Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Philosophize This! Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@philosophizethisclips   Be social:   Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philosophizethispodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow   Thank you for making the show possible. 🙂   Learn more about your ad choices.

Jun 23, 2023 • 25:26

Episode #180 ... What if everything is consciousness? - Phillip Goff on Panpsychism

Episode #180 ... What if everything is consciousness? - Phillip Goff on Panpsychism

Today we talk about one theory of consciousness known as Panpsychism.   www.philosophizethis.org www.patreon.com/philosophizethis     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 24, 2023 • 35:15

Episode #179 ... Why is consciousness something worth talking about?

Episode #179 ... Why is consciousness something worth talking about?

Get more: Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Philosophize This! Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@philosophizethisclips   Be social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philosophizethispodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow   Thank you for making the show possible. 🙂   Learn more about your ad choices. Visi

Apr 24, 2023 • 35:41

Episode #178 ... Susan Sontag - How Much Is Your View Of Everything Affected By Metaphors?

Episode #178 ... Susan Sontag - How Much Is Your View Of Everything Affected By Metaphors?

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Apr 5, 2023 • 36:50

Episode #177 ... Susan Sontag - Do you speak the language of pictures and videos?

Episode #177 ... Susan Sontag - Do you speak the language of pictures and videos?

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Mar 22, 2023 • 33:05

Episode #176 ... Susan Sontag - Do you criticize yourself the way you criticize a movie?

Episode #176 ... Susan Sontag - Do you criticize yourself the way you criticize a movie?

Today we talk about the essay titled Against Interpretation by Susan Sontag. :) www.philosophizethis.org www.patreon.com/philosophizethis www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcast www.twitter.com/iamstephenwest     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 1, 2023 • 33:20

Episode #175 ... Simone Weil - Vessels of God

Episode #175 ... Simone Weil - Vessels of God

Today we continue talking about the work of Simone Weil.   www.philosophizethis.org www.patreon.com/philosophizethis www.instagram.com/philosophizethisshow www.twitter.com/iamstephenwest   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 2, 2023 • 28:00

Episode #174 ... Simone Weil - The Mathematician

Episode #174 ... Simone Weil - The Mathematician

Today we continue talking about the work of the brilliant Simone Weil. Hope you love it.   www.philosophizethis.org www.patreon.com/philosophizethis www.instagram.com/philosophizethisshow www.twitter.com/iamstephenwest

Feb 2, 2023 • 30:50

Episode #173 ... Simone Weil - The Need for Roots

Episode #173 ... Simone Weil - The Need for Roots

Today we continue talking about Simone Weil. Hope you love it.   www.philosophizethis.org www.patreon.com/philosophizethis   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 10, 2023 • 31:12

Episode #172 ... Simone Weil - Attention

Episode #172 ... Simone Weil - Attention

Today we begin some general discussions in the direction of the thought of Simone Weil and tell some stories from her life.

Nov 21, 2022 • 37:54

Episode #171 ... Guy Debord - The Society of the Spectacle

Episode #171 ... Guy Debord - The Society of the Spectacle

Today we talk about a famous call to action by the philosopher Guy Debord.

Nov 1, 2022 • 40:32

Episode #170 ... Albert Camus - The Fall

Episode #170 ... Albert Camus - The Fall

Today we explore some of the themes discussed in The Fall by Albert Camus.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Sep 23, 2022 • 38:56

Episode #169 ... Bruno Latour - We Have Never Been Modern

Episode #169 ... Bruno Latour - We Have Never Been Modern

Today we cover thought provoking pieces of an early work by a great philosopher named Bruno Latour. Hope you love it. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Aug 20, 2022 • 28:40

Episode #168 ... Introduction to an Ethics of Care

Episode #168 ... Introduction to an Ethics of Care

Today we begin discussing an Ethics of Care. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jul 13, 2022 • 42:11

Episode #167 ... Jose Ortega - Revolt of the Masses

Episode #167 ... Jose Ortega - Revolt of the Masses

Today we continue talking about the work of Ortega. This time about his book Revolt of the Masses. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jun 25, 2022 • 26:18

Episode #166 ... Jose Ortega - Circumstance

Episode #166 ... Jose Ortega - Circumstance

Today we begin talking about the work of Jose Ortega Y Gasset. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jun 1, 2022 • 29:51

Episode #165 ... Ralph Waldo Emerson - Nature and Other Things

Episode #165 ... Ralph Waldo Emerson - Nature and Other Things

Today we continue our discussion of Emerson. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 30, 2022 • 27:50

Episode #164 ... Ralph Waldo Emerson - Self Reliance

Episode #164 ... Ralph Waldo Emerson - Self Reliance

Today we talk about Emerson and his essay about self reliance. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 22, 2022 • 33:29

Episode #163 ... The Creation of Meaning - Escape From Evil

Episode #163 ... The Creation of Meaning - Escape From Evil

Today we continue talking about the work of Ernest Becker.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 2, 2022 • 29:42

Episode #162 ... The Creation of Meaning - The Denial of Death

Episode #162 ... The Creation of Meaning - The Denial of Death

Today we begin talking about the work of Ernest Becker. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 25, 2022 • 26:16

Episode #161 ... Karl Popper - The Open Society and Its Enemies

Episode #161 ... Karl Popper - The Open Society and Its Enemies

Today we talk about a famous book from the work of Karl Popper.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 15, 2022 • 32:08

Episode #160 ... The Creation of Meaning - Kierkegaard - Silence, Obedience and Joy

Episode #160 ... The Creation of Meaning - Kierkegaard - Silence, Obedience and Joy

Today we discuss the work of Soren Kierkegaard. His famous work The Lily of the Field and The Bird of The Air. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c

Jan 5, 2022 • 36:16

Episode #159 ... The Creation of Meaning - Nietzsche - Amor Fati

Episode #159 ... The Creation of Meaning - Nietzsche - Amor Fati

Today we continue our discussion on the creation of meaning.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Nov 10, 2021 • 29:10

Episode #158 ... The Creation of Meaning - Nietzsche - The Ascetic Ideal

Episode #158 ... The Creation of Meaning - Nietzsche - The Ascetic Ideal

Today we look at the creation of meaning through the work of Nietzsche. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 5, 2021 • 30:46

Episode #157 ... The Creation of Meaning - Beauvoir

Episode #157 ... The Creation of Meaning - Beauvoir

Today we talk about the creation of meaning. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Sep 1, 2021 • 24:35

Episode #156 ... Emil Cioran part 2 - Failure and Suicide

Episode #156 ... Emil Cioran part 2 - Failure and Suicide

Today we continue talking about Cioran. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Aug 10, 2021 • 28:43

Episode #155 ... Emil Cioran - Absurdity and Nothingness

Episode #155 ... Emil Cioran - Absurdity and Nothingness

Today we begin our discussion on Emil Cioran. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 8, 2021 • 23:06

Episode #154 ... Pragmatism and Truth

Episode #154 ... Pragmatism and Truth

Today we discuss Pragmatism.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 22, 2021 • 20:43

Episode #153 ... The Frankfurt School - Walter Benjamin pt. 2 - Distraction

Episode #153 ... The Frankfurt School - Walter Benjamin pt. 2 - Distraction

Today we continue talking about Walter Benjamin. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Apr 1, 2021 • 24:26

Episode #152 ... The Frankfurt School - Walter Benjamin pt. 1

Episode #152 ... The Frankfurt School - Walter Benjamin pt. 1

Today we begin discussing the work of Walter Benjamin. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 19, 2021 • 23:38

Episode #151 ... The Frankfurt School - Erich Fromm on Freedom

Episode #151 ... The Frankfurt School - Erich Fromm on Freedom

Today we continue our discussion of the work of Erich Fromm. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Feb 6, 2021 • 25:36

Episode #150 ... The Frankfurt School - Erich Fromm on Love

Episode #150 ... The Frankfurt School - Erich Fromm on Love

Today we discuss Erich Fromm and his work The Art of Loving. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 31, 2021 • 22:12

Episode #149 ... On Media pt. 2 - Marshall McLuhan

Episode #149 ... On Media pt. 2 - Marshall McLuhan

Today we discuss the work of Marshall McLuhan. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jan 5, 2021 • 26:18

Episode #148 ... On Media pt. 1 - Manufacturing Consent

Episode #148 ... On Media pt. 1 - Manufacturing Consent

Today we discuss the 1988 work of Chomsky and Herman entitled Manufacturing Consent. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 14, 2020 • 24:43

Episode #147 ... Being and Becoming

Episode #147 ... Being and Becoming

Today we discuss the ancient philosophical debate of being and becoming. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Nov 10, 2020 • 22:49

Episode #146 ... Bergson on Laughter pt. 2 - Vitalism

Episode #146 ... Bergson on Laughter pt. 2 - Vitalism

Today we continue our discussion on the work of Henri Bergson. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 20, 2020 • 25:22

Episode #145 ... Bergson on Laughter pt. 1 - History

Episode #145 ... Bergson on Laughter pt. 1 - History

Today we begin our discussion on the work of Bergson. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Sep 19, 2020 • 23:31

Episode #144 ... Max Weber - Iron Cage

Episode #144 ... Max Weber - Iron Cage

Today we discuss some of the work of Max Weber in preparation for an upcoming series. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 29, 2020 • 23:58

Episode #143 ... Jürgen Habermas pt. 1 - The Public Sphere

Episode #143 ... Jürgen Habermas pt. 1 - The Public Sphere

Today we begin our discussion of the work of Jürgen Habermas. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Apr 30, 2020 • 25:15

Episode #142 ... Richard Rorty

Episode #142 ... Richard Rorty

Today we begin our discussion of the work of Richard Rorty. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Apr 15, 2020 • 28:59

Episode #141 ... Isaiah Berlin pt. 2 - Pluralism and Culture

Episode #141 ... Isaiah Berlin pt. 2 - Pluralism and Culture

Today we continue talking about the work of Isaiah Berlin. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Mar 28, 2020 • 23:14

Episode #140 ... Isaiah Berlin pt. 1 - Pluralism

Episode #140 ... Isaiah Berlin pt. 1 - Pluralism

Today we begin discussing the work of Isaiah Berlin. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 11, 2020 • 22:33

Episode #139 ... Friedrich Von Hayek - The Road to Serfdom

Episode #139 ... Friedrich Von Hayek - The Road to Serfdom

Today we begin our discussion of the work of Friedrich Hayek. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Feb 12, 2020 • 23:12

Episode #138 ... Robert Nozick - The Minimal State

Episode #138 ... Robert Nozick - The Minimal State

Today we begin our discussion of the work of Robert Nozick. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jan 21, 2020 • 23:02

Episode #137 ... John Rawls - A Theory of Justice

Episode #137 ... John Rawls - A Theory of Justice

Today we discuss the work of John Rawls. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Dec 30, 2019 • 27:25

Episode #136 ... Hannah Arendt - The Banality of Evil

Episode #136 ... Hannah Arendt - The Banality of Evil

Today we discuss the work of Hannah Arendt. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 31, 2019 • 29:10

Episode 135 ... Leo Strauss - Ancients vs. Moderns

Episode 135 ... Leo Strauss - Ancients vs. Moderns

Today we talk about the work of Leo Strauss. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Oct 8, 2019 • 25:54

Episode #134 ... Consequences of Reason

Episode #134 ... Consequences of Reason

Today we talk about the growing dissatisfaction with Enlightenment Reason during the early 20th century. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Aug 7, 2019 • 25:49

Episode #133 ... Carl Schmitt on Liberalism pt. 2

Episode #133 ... Carl Schmitt on Liberalism pt. 2

Today we continue our discussion of the work of Carl Schmitt. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jul 1, 2019 • 22:20

Episode #132 ... Carl Schmitt on Liberalism pt. 1

Episode #132 ... Carl Schmitt on Liberalism pt. 1

Today we begin our discussion on the work of Carl Schmitt. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 1, 2019 • 22:55

Episode #131 ... Gramsci - Cultural Hegemony

Episode #131 ... Gramsci - Cultural Hegemony

Today we discuss the work of Antonio Gramsci. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

May 22, 2019 • 24:45

Episode #130 ... Dewey and Lippman on Democracy

Episode #130 ... Dewey and Lippman on Democracy

Today we talk about a famous debate from the early 20th century. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 30, 2019 • 21:38

Episode #129 ... Gilles Deleuze pt. 5 - Difference

Episode #129 ... Gilles Deleuze pt. 5 - Difference

Today we continue our discussion on the work of Deleuze. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 16, 2019 • 22:07

Episode #128 ... Gilles Deleuze pt. 4 - Flows

Episode #128 ... Gilles Deleuze pt. 4 - Flows

Today we continue our discussion on the work of Deleuze. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Mar 16, 2019 • 22:17

Episode #127 ... Gilles Deleuze pt. 3 - Anti-Oedipus

Episode #127 ... Gilles Deleuze pt. 3 - Anti-Oedipus

Today we continue our discussion on the work of Gilles Deleuze. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Feb 7, 2019 • 29:24

Episode #126 ... Gilles Deleuze pt. 2 - Immanence

Episode #126 ... Gilles Deleuze pt. 2 - Immanence

Today we continue our discussion on the work of Deleuze. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Dec 22, 2018 • 22:33

Episode #125 ... Gilles Deleuze pt. 1 - What is Philosophy?

Episode #125 ... Gilles Deleuze pt. 1 - What is Philosophy?

Today we begin our discussion on Gilles Deleuze with a special thanks to Felix Guatarri. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Dec 8, 2018 • 22:29

Episode #124 ... Simulacra and Simulation

Episode #124 ... Simulacra and Simulation

Today we begin our discussion of Jean Baudrillard's book Simulacra and Simulation.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Oct 25, 2018 • 30:24

Episode #123 ... Michel Foucault pt. 3 - Power

Episode #123 ... Michel Foucault pt. 3 - Power

Today we talk about the work of Michel Foucault. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 24, 2018 • 21:09

Episode #122 ... Michel Foucault pt. 2 - The Order of Things

Episode #122 ... Michel Foucault pt. 2 - The Order of Things

Today we talk about the work of Michel Foucault. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Sep 24, 2018 • 21:46

Episode #121 ... Michel Foucault pt. 1

Episode #121 ... Michel Foucault pt. 1

Today we begin talking about the work of Michel Foucault. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Aug 15, 2018 • 34:19

Episode #120 ... Logical Positivism

Episode #120 ... Logical Positivism

Today we talk about Logical Positivism. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jul 27, 2018 • 26:11

Episode #119 ... Derrida and Words

Episode #119 ... Derrida and Words

Today we begin our discussion on the work of Jacques Derrida. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jun 25, 2018 • 20:29

Episode #118 ... A Basic Look At Postmodernism

Episode #118 ... A Basic Look At Postmodernism

Today we begin a lengthy conversation on the critiques of Postmodernism. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 21, 2018 • 22:44

Episode #117 ... Structuralism and Mythology pt. 2

Episode #117 ... Structuralism and Mythology pt. 2

Today we continue to talk about the projects of Structuralism. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 18, 2018 • 26:30

Episode #116 ... Structuralism and Mythology pt. 1

Episode #116 ... Structuralism and Mythology pt. 1

Today we begin talking about the initial projects of Structuralism. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Mar 18, 2018 • 27:33

Episode #115 ... Structuralism and Context

Episode #115 ... Structuralism and Context

Today we talk about the origins of Structuralism.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 28, 2018 • 32:05

Episode #114 ... The Frankfurt School pt. 7 - The Great Refusal

Episode #114 ... The Frankfurt School pt. 7 - The Great Refusal

Today we talk about Herbert Marcuse's concepts of The Great Refusal and The New Sensibility. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 23, 2017 • 37:52

Episode #113 ... The Frankfurt School pt. 6 - Art As A Tool For Liberation

Episode #113 ... The Frankfurt School pt. 6 - Art As A Tool For Liberation

Today we talk about the revolutionary potential of Art through the eyes of Herbert Marcuse.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 2, 2017 • 22:58

Episode #112 ... The Frankfurt School pt. 5 - Civilization

Episode #112 ... The Frankfurt School pt. 5 - Civilization

Today we continue our discussion of Marcuse's work Eros and Civilization. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Nov 6, 2017 • 29:31

Episode #111 ... The Frankfurt School pt. 4 - Eros

Episode #111 ... The Frankfurt School pt. 4 - Eros

Today we talk about Freud's views on civilization and the first half of Marcuse's response to them. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Oct 20, 2017 • 25:00

Episode #110 ... The Frankfurt School pt. 3 - The Culture Industry

Episode #110 ... The Frankfurt School pt. 3 - The Culture Industry

Today we talk about an important chapter from The Dialectic of Enlightenment entitled The Culture Industry. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Sep 7, 2017 • 27:49

Episode #109 ... The Frankfurt School pt. 2 - The Enlightenment

Episode #109 ... The Frankfurt School pt. 2 - The Enlightenment

Today we talk about the Frankfurt School critique of enlightenment style thinking and Herbert Marcuse's book One Dimensional Man. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Vis

Aug 26, 2017 • 25:35

Episode #108 ... The Frankfurt School pt. 1 - Introduction

Episode #108 ... The Frankfurt School pt. 1 - Introduction

Today we talk about The Frankfurt School. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 17, 2017 • 29:36

Episode #107 ... Simone De Beauvoir pt .3 - Responsibility

Episode #107 ... Simone De Beauvoir pt .3 - Responsibility

Today we talk about part three of Simone De Beauvoir's work The Ethics of Ambiguity. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jul 29, 2017 • 25:43

Episode #106 ... Simone De Beauvoir pt. 2 - The Ethics of Ambiguity

Episode #106 ... Simone De Beauvoir pt. 2 - The Ethics of Ambiguity

Today we talk about the first half of The Ethics of Ambiguity by Simone De Beauvoir. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 19, 2017 • 24:08

Episode #105 ... Sartre and Camus pt. 6 - The Self

Episode #105 ... Sartre and Camus pt. 6 - The Self

Today a cloudy, muddled brain weary from fighting off sickness talks about Sartre's view on the self. Thank you for your patience.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jul 9, 2017 • 26:29

Episode #104 ... Sartre and Camus pt. 5 - Consciousness is Freedom

Episode #104 ... Sartre and Camus pt. 5 - Consciousness is Freedom

Today we talk about Sartre's view of consciousness and the notion of radical freedom. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jun 1, 2017 • 29:16

Episode #103 ... Sartre and Camus pt. 4 - The Quest For Certainty

Episode #103 ... Sartre and Camus pt. 4 - The Quest For Certainty

Today we tell a story from the history of philosophy in an attempt to prepare us for understanding the Phenomenology of Sartre. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

May 24, 2017 • 31:07

Episode #102 ... Heidegger pt. 3 - Authenticity

Episode #102 ... Heidegger pt. 3 - Authenticity

Today we talk about Martin Heidegger and his concept of Authenticity. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

May 12, 2017 • 31:14

Episode #101 ... Heidegger pt. 2 - Science and Technology

Episode #101 ... Heidegger pt. 2 - Science and Technology

Today we discuss Martin Heidegger and his views on Modern Technology. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Apr 30, 2017 • 25:46

Episode #100 ... Heidegger pt. 1 - Phenomenology and Dasein

Episode #100 ... Heidegger pt. 1 - Phenomenology and Dasein

Today we begin our discussion of the philosophy of Martin Heidegger by looking at his roots in Phenomenology and his revolutionary concept of Dasein. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Apr 14, 2017 • 30:42

Episode #099 ... Schopenhauer pt. 2 - Ethics

Episode #099 ... Schopenhauer pt. 2 - Ethics

Today we talk about the ethics of Arthur Schopenhauer.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Mar 29, 2017 • 22:14

Episode #098 ... Schopenhauer pt. 1 - Metaphysics and Love

Episode #098 ... Schopenhauer pt. 1 - Metaphysics and Love

Today we begin our discussion on Arthur Schopenhauer.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 14, 2017 • 22:34

Episode #097 ... Wittgenstein ep. 1

Episode #097 ... Wittgenstein ep. 1

Today we talk about Ludwig Wittgenstein. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Mar 1, 2017 • 25:42

Episode #096 ... Is Ayn Rand A Philosopher?

Episode #096 ... Is Ayn Rand A Philosopher?

Today we talk about Ayn Rand. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jan 20, 2017 • 24:10

Episode #095 ... Are you living in a simulation?

Episode #095 ... Are you living in a simulation?

Today we discuss the famous paper by Nick Bostrom about the probability that we are living in a simulation. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Dec 30, 2016 • 26:21

Episode #094 ... A Look at Suffering

Episode #094 ... A Look at Suffering

Today we look at the concept of suffering from multiple different angles including the philosopher Fyodor Dostoyevsky and the movement in Transhumanism known as The Hedonistic Imperative. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/

Nov 24, 2016 • 29:08

Episode #093 ... Nietzsche pt. 4 - Love

Episode #093 ... Nietzsche pt. 4 - Love

Today we look at the concept of love from several different angles in an attempt to better understand our own thoughts on love. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

Nov 6, 2016 • 26:43

Episode #092 ... Nietzsche pt. 3 - Thus Spoke Zarathustra

Episode #092 ... Nietzsche pt. 3 - Thus Spoke Zarathustra

Today we talk about Nietzsche's famous work Thus Spoke Zarathustra. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Oct 4, 2016 • 29:24

Episode #091 ... Nietzsche pt. 2 - The Will to Power

Episode #091 ... Nietzsche pt. 2 - The Will to Power

Today we talk about Nietzsche, the concept of the Will to Power and the dangers of predatory buffalos. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho

Sep 21, 2016 • 27:41

Episode #090 ... Nietzsche pt. 1 - God is dead and so is Captain Morgan

Episode #090 ... Nietzsche pt. 1 - God is dead and so is Captain Morgan

Today we begin our discussion on the work of Friedrich Nietzsche. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Aug 26, 2016 • 27:14

Episode #089 ... Simone De Beauvoir - The Second Sex

Episode #089 ... Simone De Beauvoir - The Second Sex

Today we discuss the revolutionary work of Simone De Beauvoir entitled: The Second SexThank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 17, 2016 • 30:15

Episode #088 ... Sartre and Camus pt. 3 - The Great Debate

Episode #088 ... Sartre and Camus pt. 3 - The Great Debate

Today we talk about the great post WW2 debate between Sartre and Camus. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 27, 2016 • 26:01

Episode #087 ... Sartre and Camus pt. 2

Episode #087 ... Sartre and Camus pt. 2

Today we talk about the philosopher Albert Camus.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jul 14, 2016 • 23:09

Episode #086 ... Sartre and Camus pt. 1 - Freedom

Episode #086 ... Sartre and Camus pt. 1 - Freedom

Today's episode is the first installment of a series on the great Cold War era thinkers Sartre and Camus. Today we lay the foundations for the line of thinking known as existentialism and focus on Sartre's view of freedom. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwest

Jun 29, 2016 • 22:57

Episode #085 ... Peter Singer on Effective Altruism

Episode #085 ... Peter Singer on Effective Altruism

Today we talk about the great Peter Singer, his views on the unique moral obligations that we face as members of modern society and how we might fulfill the obligations in the most effective manner. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.fa

Jun 21, 2016 • 23:49

Episode #084 ... William James on Truth

Episode #084 ... William James on Truth

Today we take a look at William James and his work on the concept of Truth.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jun 14, 2016 • 26:28

Episode #083 ... Henry David Thoreau

Episode #083 ... Henry David Thoreau

Today we take a look at Henry David Thoreau's views on the individual, society and civil disobedience. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jun 4, 2016 • 25:20

Episode #082 ... Austrians and Marx

Episode #082 ... Austrians and Marx

Today we talk about various classic critiques of Marx's economics made by the Austrian School of Economics.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

May 26, 2016 • 25:25

Episode #081 ... Capitalism vs. Communism

Episode #081 ... Capitalism vs. Communism

Today we talk about Karl Marx and his famous critiques of Capitalism.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

May 11, 2016 • 24:03

Episode #80 ... Feuerbach on Religion

Episode #80 ... Feuerbach on Religion

On this episode we talk about Ludwig Feuerbach and his (occasionally) controversial views on the origins of religion.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho

May 3, 2016 • 28:02

Episode #079 ... Kierkegaard on Anxiety

Episode #079 ... Kierkegaard on Anxiety

On this episode of the podcast we talk about Kierkegaard's views on anxiety. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 23, 2016 • 21:27

Episode #078 ... Marx and Kierkegaard on Religion pt. 2

Episode #078 ... Marx and Kierkegaard on Religion pt. 2

Today we talk about Soren Kierkegaard and his views on the function and value of religion. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 27, 2016 • 23:03

Episode #077 ... Marx and Kierkegaard on Religion pt. 1

Episode #077 ... Marx and Kierkegaard on Religion pt. 1

Today we discuss Marx, his views on religion as a means of oppression, and his connection to Hegel's Dialectic. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jan 17, 2016 • 24:13

Episode #076 ... Hegel's God

Episode #076 ... Hegel's God

Today we talk about Hegel and a unique possibility of what God could be. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 31, 2015 • 24:10

Episode #075 ... How To Win An Argument Pt. 2

Episode #075 ... How To Win An Argument Pt. 2

Today we answer listener questions clarifying How To Win An Argument Pt. 1 and discuss several other common logical fallacies, how to spot them and how to deal with them. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethiss

Dec 21, 2015 • 23:53

Episode #074 ... Hegel Returns

Episode #074 ... Hegel Returns

Today we talk about an overview of Hegel and what is truly important about his work. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 17, 2015 • 26:53

Episode #073 ... How To Win An Argument Pt. 1

Episode #073 ... How To Win An Argument Pt. 1

Today we take a look at several common logical fallacies and how to spot them.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Dec 1, 2015 • 28:42

Episode #072 ... Insecurity

Episode #072 ... Insecurity

On this episode of the podcast we talk about insecurity.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Nov 18, 2015 • 32:56

Episode #071 ... Is Killing Animals For Food Morally Justifiable?

Episode #071 ... Is Killing Animals For Food Morally Justifiable?

Today we talk about whether killing animals for food is morally justifiable.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Nov 1, 2015 • 28:37

Episode #070 ... Off Moodiness

Episode #070 ... Off Moodiness

On this episode we talk about several outlooks on negative emotions. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Oct 20, 2015 • 22:26

Episode #069 ... An Appeal To Reason

Episode #069 ... An Appeal To Reason

Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 12, 2015 • 29:47

Episode #068 ... On Moodiness

Episode #068 ... On Moodiness

On this episode we talk about one angle of the complex subject known to us all as: moodiness.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Oct 6, 2015 • 21:43

Episode #067 ... What Hegel Was Saying!

Episode #067 ... What Hegel Was Saying!

We continue our unfortunately abridged discussion on Hegel from last episode. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Sep 21, 2015 • 21:43

Episode #066 ... Hegel pt. 1 - Introduction

Episode #066 ... Hegel pt. 1 - Introduction

Today we begin our discussion on the work of Hegel.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Sep 14, 2015 • 18:47

Episode #065 ... Mary Wollstonecraft

Episode #065 ... Mary Wollstonecraft

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss the feminist philosopher Mary Wollstonecraft. First, we learn about the unexpected origin of The Royal Humane Society and how they assisted Mary Wollstonecraft. Next, we learn about the many ways Wollstonecraft challenged societal conventions and why she believed that women were essentially slaves to their husbands during her time. Finally, we consider the behavioral conditioning that is perpetuated by society even today and think about how we

Sep 7, 2015 • 22:28

Episode #064 ... Interpreting Interpretations

Episode #064 ... Interpreting Interpretations

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss Hermeneutics, or “the art of avoiding misunderstanding.” First, we meet Johnny--a disgruntled Philosophize This! listener who is bored and frustrated by episodes about philosophers who make unverifiable speculations about metaphysics. Next, we discuss the effects our individual biases have on the way we interpret the world around us, and how this changes the reality we experience. Finally, we examine why Hermeneutics is so important, how this r

Aug 19, 2015 • 20:29

Episode #063 ... Kant pt. 8 - Limits of Knowledge

Episode #063 ... Kant pt. 8 - Limits of Knowledge

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss Kant’s views on the limits of human knowledge. First, we ask ourselves why we seek knowledge at all and whether there will ever be an endpoint to our search for it. Next, we discuss our human experience of the world in contrast to the world as it actually exists and what limits this imposes on our ability to know. Finally, we learn why Kant believed in god, human souls, and free will, and the important distinction he made between two types of f

Jul 1, 2015 • 28:20

Episode #062 ... Kant pt. 7 - Suicide

Episode #062 ... Kant pt. 7 - Suicide

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss the morality of suicide. We begin by questioning our own biases and assumptions about suicide and where they come from. Next, we examine suicide from a Christian perspective by considering the arguments posed by St. Augustine and Thomas Aquinas. Finally, we discuss the perspectives of enlightenment thinkers Hume, Voltaire, and Kant and ultimately discover that suicide may not be as easy to categorize as many people think. All this and more on t

Jun 23, 2015 • 32:52

Episode #061 ... Kant pt. 6 - What is Enlightenment?

Episode #061 ... Kant pt. 6 - What is Enlightenment?

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss Kant’s answer to the question “What is enlightenment?” We begin by recounting the story of how Kant came to answer this question in the first place and why this was an important question to consider at the time. Next, we examine why Kant believed that we impose immaturity on ourselves by outsourcing our thinking to others. Finally, we discuss why it takes courage to think for yourself and the importance of “daring to be wise." All this and more

Jun 14, 2015 • 26:35

Episode #060 ... Kant pt. 5 - The Sublime

Episode #060 ... Kant pt. 5 - The Sublime

On this episode of the podcast, we attempt to tackle the elusive concept of the sublime. We begin by clarifying everything the sublime is NOT, and then attempt to pin it down by considering a common motif that is has been associated with the sublime throughout history. Next, we discuss several anecdotes from people who have experienced the sublime and why one described it as “an agreeable kind of horror.” Finally, we discuss how the sublime relates to beauty and question some commonly m

Jun 1, 2015 • 30:28

Episode #059 ... Kant pt. 4 - Categorical Trolley Cars

Episode #059 ... Kant pt. 4 - Categorical Trolley Cars

On this episode of the podcast, we analyze the infamous Trolley Car Problem and think about it in relation to Kant’s categorical imperative. First, we discuss the value of thought experiments and call into question the concept of “common sense”. Next, we look at the Trolley Car Problem from various perspectives and try to understand why we react to it in the ways we do. Finally, we discuss Kant’s categorical imperative and four other prerequisites he felt were necessary for arriving at

May 28, 2015 • 27:22

Episode #058 ... Kant pt. 3 - Deontology vs Consequentialism

Episode #058 ... Kant pt. 3 - Deontology vs Consequentialism

On this episode of the podcast, we continue our discussion of Kant, this time focusing on ethics. We begin with a thought experiment that calls into question whether or not lying is morally justifiable if it results in preserving human life. Next, we discuss the nature of morality and question the validity of the sources from which we typically derive these concepts. Finally, we explore the strengths and weaknesses of Deontology and Consequentialism and find out that there isn’t an easy

May 20, 2015 • 26:59

Episode #057 ... Kant pt. 2 - The Actual Introduction

Episode #057 ... Kant pt. 2 - The Actual Introduction

On this episode of the podcast we continue our discussion of Kant, this time focusing on his contributions to the debate between rationalism and empiricism . We begin by reviewing the major points of contention between the rationalists and empiricists regarding how we arrive at knowledge. Next, we learn about Kant’s “eureka!” moment, which arose from his discovery of a major assumption made by empiricist David Hume. Finally, we find out why Kant believed that we can never truly know the

May 11, 2015 • 23:06

Episode #056 ... Kant pt. 1 - An Introduction to the Introduction

Episode #056 ... Kant pt. 1 - An Introduction to the Introduction

On this episode of the podcast, we begin our discussion of Immanuel Kant. We first examine the historical context Kant was born into and consider the challenges philosophy was faced with, thanks to David Hume. We also discuss the change in the way humans were beginning to look at the universe during Kant’s time. Finally, we hear what Kant has to say about whether or not we can know anything beyond “I think, therefore I am.” All this and more on the latest episode of Philosophize This!Th

Apr 22, 2015 • 25:56

Episode #055 ... Interview on Hume with Massimo Pigliucci

Episode #055 ... Interview on Hume with Massimo Pigliucci

On this episode of the podcast, Massimo Pigliucci calls in to help tie together some loose ends in our overview of David Hume. Massimo is a professor of philosophy at City University of New York. He is the author of the best sellers Philosophy of Pseudoscience and Answers For Aristotle, and is currently working on a book called How To Be A Stoic. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon

Apr 1, 2015 • 30:14

Episode #054 ... Hume pt. 4 - Art

Episode #054 ... Hume pt. 4 - Art

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss Hume’s views on taste and find out whether or not all of our opinions about art are equally valid. First, we compare the poetry of Shakespeare and Shel Silverstein, the music of Beethoven and Skrillex, and throw in the profound prose of Spongebob Squarepants just for good measure. Next, we examine some of the biases that influence our ability to judge art, and Stephen correctly guesses your favorite song of all time by throwing a dart at the To

Mar 27, 2015 • 29:57

Episode #053 ... David Hume pt. 3 - Custom

Episode #053 ... David Hume pt. 3 - Custom

On this episode of the podcast we talk about David Hume's thoughts on the soul, the self and how "custom is the great guide of human life." All this and more on the latest episode of Philosophize This!Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.

Mar 16, 2015 • 23:58

Episode #052 ... David Hume pt. 2 - Design

Episode #052 ... David Hume pt. 2 - Design

On this episode of the podcast, we continue our discussion of David Hume. This time, we focus on Hume's response to the Teleological Argument, which goes a little something like this: “Look at how perfectly everything works! All of this must have been designed by God.” We also learn about Hume’s view on miracles, and find out how unimpressed he is that Bruce Willis was the sole survivor of that train accident. All this and more on the latest episode of Philosophize This!Thank you so muc

Mar 5, 2015 • 29:28

Episode #051 ... David Hume pt. 1

Episode #051 ... David Hume pt. 1

On this episode of the podcast, we talk about David Hume! First, we learn about Hume’s ‘is’ versus ‘ought’ distinction and how not being mindful of this pitfall can lead us down a dangerous path. Next, we discuss the limitations of science and learn what Hume thought should fill in the gaps it leaves (spoiler alert: it’s not religion). Finally, we discuss Hume’s thoughts on causality and ensure that you’ll never think about playing pool the same way again. All this and more on the lates

Feb 25, 2015 • 29:58

Episode #050 ... Are You Left Or Right?

Episode #050 ... Are You Left Or Right?

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss the contrasting political philosophies of Edmund Burke and Thomas Paine. First, we find out the origin of the terms “left” and “right” in relation to politics, and find out that the meanings of these terms are not as simple as they may first seem. Next, we discuss the opposing viewpoints of Edmund Burke and Thomas Paine on how society should progress and implement change. Finally, we think about how their ideas relate to modern issues and consi

Feb 7, 2015 • 26:08

Episode #049 ... Adam Smith pt. 2 - The Tip of the Iceberg of Wealth

Episode #049 ... Adam Smith pt. 2 - The Tip of the Iceberg of Wealth

On this episode of the podcast, we continue our discussion of Adam Smith. First, we look at two towns with the same name on opposite sides of the US-Mexico border, and consider why their residents have such markedly different standards of living. Next, we ask ourselves what determines a nation’s wealth, which leads us to a discussion of Mercantilism and its various pitfalls. Finally, we learn about Adam Smith’s response to Mercantilism and how his ideas relate back to the two cities fro

Jan 27, 2015 • 29:07

Episode #048 ... Adam Smith pt. 1 - Specialization

Episode #048 ... Adam Smith pt. 1 - Specialization

On this episode of the podcast we begin our discussion of Adam Smith.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jan 18, 2015 • 23:13

Episode #047 ... Rousseau pt. 3 - The General Will

Episode #047 ... Rousseau pt. 3 - The General Will

On this episode of the podcast, we continue our desert island thought experiment, this time focusing on the general will of the people. First, we examine several interpretations of what "the general will of the people" actually means. Next, we take an in-depth look at Rousseau's interpretation, and discuss the difference between democratic and transcendental will. Finally, we explore the multitude of complications that arise when a government tries to enact the general will after it's (

Jan 10, 2015 • 24:53

Episode #046 ... Rousseau pt. 2 - Democracy, Aristocracy or Monarchy?

Episode #046 ... Rousseau pt. 2 - Democracy, Aristocracy or Monarchy?

On this episode of the podcast, we continue last week's thought experiment about creating a society from scratch on a deserted island. First, we find out how building a society is similar to making cupcakes, in the sense that every ingredient contributes something important and interacts with the other ingredients in a unique way. Next, we discuss “human nature” and consider how our perception of it may be unfairly influenced by a small handful of people. Finally, we compare the three c

Jan 2, 2015 • 29:26

Episode #045 ... Rousseau Government pt. 1

Episode #045 ... Rousseau Government pt. 1

On this episode of the podcast, we examine the origins of government and discuss several opinions on how to construct the best system. First, we imagine that we’re stranded on an island and are forced to devise a system to organize ourselves into a functional “society.” Next, we discuss Hobbes' and Rousseau’s viewpoints on the state of nature and how it relates to the formation of governments. Finally, we talk about the adverse affects civilization and government have on our happiness a

Dec 15, 2014 • 26:52

Episode #044 ... Slavery

Episode #044 ... Slavery

On this episode of the podcast, we revisit the topic of belief, this time focusing on the ramifications of the beliefs we hold. First, we ask ourselves why we should even attempt to arrive at truth if certainty is impossible, and examine this question in the context of how our beliefs affect others. Next, we introduce slavery as an example of the consequences that can come from false beliefs and learn why Aristotle, St. Augustine, and St. Thomas Aquinas argued in favor of it. Finally, w

Dec 2, 2014 • 36:26

Episode #043 ... Tolerance

Episode #043 ... Tolerance

On this episode of the podcast, we examine the true implications of tolerance and intolerance. First, we ask ourselves the inception-esque question of how tolerant we should be of intolerance, and find out that the answer may not be as simple as it seems. Next, we learn why intolerance was seen as a virtue during Voltaire’s time and discuss the paradox of tolerance. Finally, we consider the age-old question of the relative superiority of hot pockets and lean pockets, and think about the

Nov 21, 2014 • 27:42

Episode #042 ... Optimism

Episode #042 ... Optimism

On this episode, we explore the benefits and drawbacks of optimism. First, we examine the various motivations for pessimism, and hear what Winston Churchill, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Marcus Aurelius have to say about optimism. Next, we think about the vastly different implications of optimism in our personal lives and optimism on a societal level. Finally, we find out why Voltaire thought it was preposterous to think that we’re living in the best of all possible worlds and why he said,

Nov 12, 2014 • 28:23

Episode #041 ... Belief

Episode #041 ... Belief

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss the many facets of belief. We start out by discussing two major complications that belief brings to the table. First, absolute certainty is impossible--even certainty about the fact that "certainty is impossible”. Second, we can convince ourselves to believe in literally anything we want (such as the belief that demonic possession is achieved through rustling curtains and slamming doors). Next, we talk about justified, true belief and the multi

Nov 4, 2014 • 36:23

Episode #040 ... Superstition

Episode #040 ... Superstition

On this episode of the podcast, we explore superstition in its various forms and examine the ways Berkeley and Voltaire tried to eliminate it in their work. First, we think about the superstitions we subscribe to in our everyday lives, whether it’s “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” or “the key to happiness is buying lots and lots of stuff.” Next, we learn why Berkeley wanted to throw out the notion that true reality lies behind the veil of perception and find out his answer to that

Oct 16, 2014 • 49:15

Episode #039 ... The Limits of Empiricism

Episode #039 ... The Limits of Empiricism

On this episode of the podcast, we explore the idea of reality and how our senses prevent us from perceiving its true nature. First, we launch a smear campaign against human eyes and their limitations. Next, we discuss the difference between deductive reasoning (the kind you see on CSI) and inductive reasoning (the kind you see on Bill Nye the Science Guy). Finally, we touch on Locke’s theory of primary and secondary qualities and end with Berkeley's teaser for next week’s episode: “To

Oct 8, 2014 • 26:57

Episode #038 ... Leibniz pt. 2 - The Best of All Possible Worlds

Episode #038 ... Leibniz pt. 2 - The Best of All Possible Worlds

On this episode of the podcast, we continue our discussion of Gottfried Leibniz. First, we delve more into the feud between Leibniz and Isaac Newton, which we briefly mentioned last week. Next, we ask ourselves why God sometimes allows Steve Buschemi to murder innocent hitchhikers and why this question is so crucial to Leibniz. Finally, we return to the issue of free will vs. determinism and wonder whether we’re ever actually free to decide what kind of cheese to buy. All this and more

Oct 2, 2014 • 26:18

Episode #037 ... Leibniz pt. 1 - A Million Points of Light

Episode #037 ... Leibniz pt. 1 - A Million Points of Light

On this episode of the podcast, we begin our discussion of Gottfried Leibniz. First, we find out what important invention created a riff between Leibniz and Isaac Newton. Next, we learn about Leibniz’s theory of Monads (which are basically the atoms of the spirit world), and how they are programmed to ensure that we are living in the best of all possible worlds. Finally, we learn about Leibniz’s distinction between “necessary truths” and “truths of fact,” and how knowing the difference

Sep 23, 2014 • 32:00

Episode #036 ... John Locke pt. 2 - The Blank Slate

Episode #036 ... John Locke pt. 2 - The Blank Slate

On this episode of the podcast, we continue our discussion of John Locke. We first admire how brave Locke was to share his ideas during a time when dissent earned you the privilege of being drawn and quartered (literally… quartered). Next, we discuss Locke’s views on the Nature vs. Nurture debate and how they differed from those of the Continental Rationalists. Finally, we find out what kind of changes Locke would make if he were the Secretary of Education (e.g., more dancing and less r

Sep 15, 2014 • 28:38

Episode #035 ... John Locke pt. 1

Episode #035 ... John Locke pt. 1

On this episode of the podcast, we begin learning about John Locke. First, we ask ourselves whether or not we own our bodies and what other things we are entitled to simply by virtue of being born. Next, we consider whether its possible to develop a system of ethics by studying the world around us, just as we develop systems of science and mathematics. Finally, we discuss the three unalienable rights Locke believes humans have (they’ll sound a bit familiar!), and why he thinks its the g

Sep 9, 2014 • 30:28

Episode #034 ... Spinoza pt. 2 - Force of Nature

Episode #034 ... Spinoza pt. 2 - Force of Nature

On this episode of the podcast, we continue learning about Spinoza, this time focusing on his concept of God. We begin by asking ourselves whether or not Stephen’s English bulldog Charlie is part of God, and analyzing the implications of our answer. Next, we discuss the concept of “substance” and what Spinoza thought the only one true substance was (hint: it’s not water). Finally, we consider how Spinoza’s concept of God/Nature impacts his thoughts on free will and why he would say Step

Sep 2, 2014 • 27:24

Episode #033 ... Spinoza pt. 1 - From Baruch to Benedicto

Episode #033 ... Spinoza pt. 1 - From Baruch to Benedicto

On this episode of the podcast, we learn about Baruch De Spinoza. We find out why it was not only life-threatening to have an unpopular opinion during the time Spinoza lived, but also potentially very profitable. We also question whether religion is really to blame for the violent acts that are committed on its behalf, and find out why Spinoza was exiled from his community and forced to live a life of solitude. Finally, we read excerpts from Spinoza’s correspondence with his ex-friend A

Aug 26, 2014 • 26:53

Episode #032 ... Blaise Pascal pt. 2 - +EV your way to success!!

Episode #032 ... Blaise Pascal pt. 2 - +EV your way to success!!

On this episode of the podcast we continue our discussion of Blaise Pascal, this time focusing on his assertion that man is “the supreme paradox of creation.” First, we learn about Pascal’s early life and feel completely inadequate when we learn that he invented the calculator (yes, the calculator) at age 18. Next, we learn why Pascal believed it was impossible to arrive at scientific truth, and how this led him to develop the foundations of probability theory. Finally, we discuss "expe

Aug 19, 2014 • 28:34

Episode #031 ... Pascal's Wager

Episode #031 ... Pascal's Wager

On this episode of the podcast, we begin our discussion of Blaise Pascal by examining Pascal's Wager. We begin by hearkening back to last week's episode and imagine Pascal as Descartes' wingman in a door-to-door campaign to convince us to believe in God. Whereas Descartes tries to prove that God exists, Pascal simply argues that believing in God is the most logical choice (assuming you want to avoid eternal damnation). We then examine various arguments for and against Pascal's wager, in

Aug 12, 2014 • 27:20

Episode #030 ... Descartes pt. 3 - God Exists

Episode #030 ... Descartes pt. 3 - God Exists

On this episode of the podcast we conclude our three-part installment on Rene Descartes. First we discuss what the concept of God meant to Descartes. Then we discuss why the concept of God was crucial for his system to be received well. Finally we imagine how it would feel to be lambasted by the most annoying/brilliant Jehovah's Witness in the history of the world. All this and more on this episode of Philosophize This!Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your he

Aug 5, 2014 • 24:19

Episode #029 ... Descartes pt. 2 - See episode description

Episode #029 ... Descartes pt. 2 - See episode description

The audio file for this episode was lost years ago. There is a transcript available on the website: www.philosophizethis.orgThank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jul 16, 2014 • 26:51

Episode #028 ... Rene Descartes pt. 1 - Context

Episode #028 ... Rene Descartes pt. 1 - Context

On this episode of the podcast, we begin learning about Rene Descartes. First, we find out why the entire human race can be compared to the loud, obnoxious guy at a party who thinks he’s smarter than everyone else. Next, we examine Descartes’ rigorous method of doubt and how it involves Morpheus from the Matrix and Sully from Monsters Inc. Finally, we think about how doubt can help us live better lives and why, when it comes to our beliefs, one bad apple really does spoil the barrel. Al

Jul 9, 2014 • 26:51

Episode #027 ... Thomas Hobbes pt. 2

Episode #027 ... Thomas Hobbes pt. 2

On this episode of the podcast, we continue our discussion of Thomas Hobbes. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Jul 1, 2014 • 28:18

Episode #026 ... Thomas Hobbes pt. 1 - The Social Contract

Episode #026 ... Thomas Hobbes pt. 1 - The Social Contract

On this episode of the podcast, we learn about Thomas Hobbes. We first ask ourselves what it would be like to live in a society with no laws or government, much like the scenario depicted in The Purge. Next, we question whether or not humans are inherently selfish and how this affects the way we relate to each other. Finally, we find out why society needs a quarterback, so to speak, and why it’s important that we follow his playbook even when we don’t understand the plays. All this and

Jun 17, 2014 • 29:12

Episode #025 ... A Scientific Method For Your Life!

Episode #025 ... A Scientific Method For Your Life!

On this episode of the podcast, we learn about Francis Bacon, a 16th century English philosopher. We first discuss what it meant to pursue knowledge during the time Francis Bacon lived and why he thought that scientific advancement should be society’s chief priority. Next, we examine Bacon’s “Four Idols of the Mind,” which were the biases he believed prevented humans from thinking scientifically. We touch on everything from germ theory to diet fads to healthcare reform to gender inequal

Jun 10, 2014 • 28:26

Episode #024 ... Montaigne

Episode #024 ... Montaigne

On this episode of the podcast, we learn about Michel de Montaigne. We first discuss how a case of 16th century road rage led to a near-death experience which ironically helped Montaigne overcome his fear of dying. Next, we learn why Montaigne valued personal experience above all other evidence, and how his philosophy drew from the four dominant schools of thought of the Hellenistic age. Finally, we find out why Montaigne thought that “to philosophize is to learn how to die,” and how he

Jun 4, 2014 • 26:50

Episode #023 ... Machiavelli

Episode #023 ... Machiavelli

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss The Protestant Reformation and Machiavellianism. We begin by examining what it was like to live during the Renaissance under the rule of The Church and why the people of that time could have really benefited from Google Translate. Next, we dispel a common misconception about Machiavellianism by discussing the subjective nature of virtue. Finally, we find out why Machiavelli thought that rulers needed to act immorally at times in order to be suc

May 20, 2014 • 25:06

Episode #022 ... Blast off to the Renaissance!

Episode #022 ... Blast off to the Renaissance!

On this episode of the podcast, we begin learning about the Renaissance. We first discuss the Black Death, a bacterial plague that wiped out 30-60% of the population of Europe. We examine how the population crisis caused by the Black Death led to an economic and political crisis that was ultimately the catalyst for a paradigm shift in philosophical thought. We also learn about the Humanist philosopher Erasmus, who, unlike the philosophers we’ve discussed on recent episodes, did not thin

May 13, 2014 • 26:25

Episode #021 ... One God - St. Thomas Aquinas

Episode #021 ... One God - St. Thomas Aquinas

On this episode of the podcast, we learn about the Christian Aristotelean philosopher St. Thomas Aquinas. We begin by examining a song by The Postal Service which sets the stage for a discussion about how often humans mistake correlation with causation. Next, we learn about Aristotle’s conception of God as “The Unmoved Mover” and his thoughts on the nature of infinity. All of these ideas lead us to St. Thomas Aquinas’ quest to reconcile Aristotelianism and Christianity, which he approac

May 5, 2014 • 25:54

Episode #020 ... Two Medieval Approaches To God

Episode #020 ... Two Medieval Approaches To God

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss the concept of God from a philosophical perspective. We first broaden our definition of God by recalling the multitude of ways that the philosophers we’ve already studied have approached the subject. Next, we examine St. Anselm’s famous “Ontological Argument” in proof of God’s existence, which is strangely reminiscent of a tongue twister Ron Burgundy might use to prepare for his evening newscast. Finally, we learn why Moses Maimonides would say

Apr 24, 2014 • 34:24

Episode #019 ... Three Islamic Truths

Episode #019 ... Three Islamic Truths

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss the nature of truth and examine it through the lenses of three Islamic philosophers who each had a different approach to truth seeking. We first discuss Al Kindi and what he would have to say about modern day news organizations and their approach to reporting the “truth.” Then, we learn about Al Ghazali, who at one point became so skeptical about our ability to discover the truth, he actually made himself physically ill. Lastly, we take a look

Apr 14, 2014 • 31:11

Episode #018 ... Avicenna

Episode #018 ... Avicenna

On this episode of the podcast we learn about Avicenna, an Arabic philosopher who is most known for his “Flying Man” thought experiment. We discuss the mind-body connection (or lack thereof) and ask ourselves what becomes of an iPhone if you pulverize it in a blender. We also work in two Breaking Bad references, and apply Avicenna’s Flying Man argument to modern day ethical dilemmas relating to life support. All this and more on the latest episode of Philosophize This!Thank you so much

Apr 4, 2014 • 25:40

Episode #017 ... Boethius

Episode #017 ... Boethius

On this episode of the podcast, we learn about the medieval neoplatonist philosopher Boethius. We find out how he came to be wrongly convicted of treason and subsequently sentenced to death, and how this led him to write a philosophical text that solved one of the oldest problems in philosophy. We manage to compare the main characters of Boethius’ book to Lady Liberty and Eeyore selling a rice cooker on QVC, and explain why Boethius believed that we’re all just contestants on a never-en

Mar 26, 2014 • 23:34

Episode #016 ... Saint Augustine

Episode #016 ... Saint Augustine

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss St. Augustine, a philosopher who is known for merging the ideas of Neoplatonism and Christianity. We learn how an unsuspecting child led St. Augustine to devote his life to Christianity through divine intervention, and find out why he thinks crying babies are sinners. We also discuss St. Augustine’s explanation of the concept of time and why he claims that the past and future don’t really exist. All this and more on the latest episode of Philos

Feb 28, 2014 • 29:18

Episode #015 ... A Period of Transition - Plotinus

Episode #015 ... A Period of Transition - Plotinus

On this episode of the podcast, we learn about Plotinus, a Neo-Platonist philosopher who lived in Rome during "the crisis of the third century.” We discuss the difference between religion and philosophy and question whether or not JK Rowling stole parts of Harry Potter’s backstory from Plotinus’ life. We also learn about Plotinus’ Hierarchy of Being and use the phrase “Polaroid picture” more times than Outkast does in their hit song “Hey Ya!”. All this and more on the latest episode of

Feb 13, 2014 • 37:15

Episode #014 ... The Hellenistic Age Pt. 5 - A Race To The Dark Ages

Episode #014 ... The Hellenistic Age Pt. 5 - A Race To The Dark Ages

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss Middle Platonism and the Race to the Dark Ages. We learn how Philo of Alexandria reconciled Judaism with Plato's vision of God as a master craftsman, and find out how this relates to building an IKEA bookcase. We also discuss the important distinction Plutarch made between a flatterer and a friend, and why he would have absolutely hated Facebook. All this and more on the latest episode of Philosophize This!Thank you so much for listening! Could

Jan 18, 2014 • 43:42

Episode #013 ... The Hellenistic Age Pt. 4 - Skepticism

Episode #013 ... The Hellenistic Age Pt. 4 - Skepticism

On this episode of the podcast, we continue our study of the Hellenistic Age, this time focusing on Skepticism. We find out how Pyrrho used Skepticism to endure surgery without anesthesia, and learn why you can never really know if a pomegranate is a pomegranate. We also discover how winning the lottery could be the worst thing that ever happens to you, and compare Skepticism's key philosophers to their Smurf counterparts.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your

Jan 5, 2014 • 46:16

Episode #012 ... The Hellenistic Age Pt. 3 - Hallmarks of Stoic Ethics

Episode #012 ... The Hellenistic Age Pt. 3 - Hallmarks of Stoic Ethics

On this episode of the podcast, we continue our discussion of Stoicism, this time focusing on ethics. We learn about the three most noteworthy contributors to Stoic ethics--a crippled slave, a statesman, and the emperor of Rome--and find out how much they actually had in common. We discuss what angry sports fans and Stephen's English bulldog could learn from Stoic ethics, as well as why you should start each day expecting the worst. All this and more on the latest episode of Philosophiz

Dec 20, 2013 • 48:50

Episode #011 ... The Hellenistic Age Pt. 2 - The Early Stoa and the Cynics

Episode #011 ... The Hellenistic Age Pt. 2 - The Early Stoa and the Cynics

This is the first of two episodes on Stoicism; in this episode, we learn about stoic physics and logic. We learn how the Stoics would likely react if faced with a zombie apocalypse and how a shipwreck caused a guy named Zeno to start dabbling in philosophy. We also learn about Diogenes, a man who lived in a tub, urinated in public, barked at passersby, and somehow managed to be envied by Alexander the Great. Finally, we find out what John Locke, Charlie Pace and a wild boar from LOST ha

Dec 7, 2013 • 41:00

Episode #010 ... The Hellenistic Age Pt. 1 - Epicurus

Episode #010 ... The Hellenistic Age Pt. 1 - Epicurus

This week on the podcast, we shift our focus back to Western philosophy. On this episode, we learn about Epicureanism—one of four schools of thought that were prevalent during the Hellenistic Age, which will be our focus for the next few episodes. We find out why Diogenes liked Epicurus’ ideas so much that he permanently graffitied them onto the walls of an ancient greek community center. We also learn why Epicurus thought that the most satisfying part of eating a half gallon of ice cre

Nov 24, 2013 • 47:00

Episode #009 ... The Buddha

Episode #009 ... The Buddha

On this episode of the podcast, we learn about the life of Siddhartha Gautama and his Heisenberg-esque transformation into Buddha. We learn how Buddha left a lifestyle of being fed grapes and being fanned with palm leaves to pursue a life of celibacy, starvation, and sleep deprivation. We also learn about how Buddha reached enlightenment while sitting beneath a fruit tree à la Isaac Newton, and about the four noble truths which he believed were the key to ending human suffering once and

Nov 11, 2013 • 43:56

Episode #008 ... Confucianism

Episode #008 ... Confucianism

On this episode of the podcast, we learn about Confucius, a man whose ideas impacted China and eastern philosophy for thousands of years after his death. We find out how Confucius went from being the poor, friendless son of an ancient Chinese 'Teen Mom' to becoming one of the most quoted people in history, as well as how he was reduced to selling his philosophy door-to-door after a brief career as a politician which ended in conspiracy and bribery. All this and more on the latest episod

Oct 29, 2013 • 40:24

Episode #007 ... Daoism

Episode #007 ... Daoism

Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow

Aug 10, 2013 • 39:38

Episode #006 ... Aristotle Pt. 2

Episode #006 ... Aristotle Pt. 2

On this episode of the podcast, we continue learning about Aristotle, a man who created the first system of biological classification, the first system of logic, and the first formal scientific method. We find out why Aristotle was anti-women and pro-slavery, and learn how Plato and Aristotle differed when it came to their definitions of "tree-e-ness." We also learn why Aristotle would have been the world champion of Guess Who? and how to determine whether or not a carnivorous reptile w

Jul 26, 2013 • 37:45

Episode #005 ... Aristotle Pt. 1

Episode #005 ... Aristotle Pt. 1

This week we talk about various different applications of Aristotle's ethics in modern life. We discuss making a "plan" for your life, the underlying similarities between all human desires and the best way to live life. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFac

Jul 14, 2013 • 38:13

Episode #004 ... Plato

Episode #004 ... Plato

In this week's episode, we learn about Plato's "Symposium", which you might think of as philosophy's version of fan fiction. We also learn about Plato's "Theory of Forms" and ask ourselves what makes a tree, well, a tree. This leads to discussion of Plato's famous "Allegory of the Cave" and calls into question whether or not everything we see is merely a shadow of its true self. Finally, we learn about Plato's views on society and government and why he thought democracy was one of the w

Jul 1, 2013 • 45:01

Episode #003 ... Socrates and the Sophists

Episode #003 ... Socrates and the Sophists

This week we talk about the prosperity of athens and how it led to the rise and ideas of a group of philosopher teachers called the Sophists, we tied up some loose ends and helped put all that we've learned in the last two episodes into context with a graph of the presocratics, and we ended by talking about a man named Socrates. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizet

Jun 23, 2013 • 39:32

Episode #002 ... Presocratic Philosophy - Italian

Episode #002 ... Presocratic Philosophy - Italian

Today we talk about why philosophy is taken for granted, the crazed cult leader of ancient Greek philosophy, Pythagoras, the annoying dark cloud of deductive reasoning, Parmenides and the super hero Empedocles.Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwestFacebook: htt

Jun 15, 2013 • 36:34

Episode #001 ... Presocratic Philosophy - Ionian

Episode #001 ... Presocratic Philosophy - Ionian

Today we discussed the "Out of Africa" theory, the adversity of early humans, the term "Pre-Socratic", the first philosopher Thales, the meanest philosopher Heraclitus and Democritus, the godfather of the theory of atomism. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcastX: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwes

Jun 6, 2013 • 49:20

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