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The Panpsycast Philosophy Podcast

Jack Symes | Andrew Horton, Oliver Marley, and Rose de Castellane

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An 'informal and informative' philosophy podcast inspiring and supporting students, teachers, academics and free-thinkers worldwide. All episodes are available at www.thepanpsycast.com.

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The Propaganda Report

Brad Binkley

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The Propaganda Report with Brad Binkley offers amusing commentary on the news of the day as well as deep insights into the powers that be who reveal their agenda in their own words.

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Sed Contra: A Podcast of Catholic Theology

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A podcast featuring some of the founding members of The Sacra Doctrina Project discussing theological questions with other academic theologians and philosophers. The podcast takes place in a quaestiones disputatae style, encouraging lively and charitable debate. Listen to the most recent episode below.

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Philosophy Bites

Edmonds and Warburton

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David Edmonds (Uehiro Centre, Oxford University) and Nigel Warburton (freelance philosopher/writer) interview top philosophers on a wide range of topics. Two books based on the series have been published by Oxford University Press. We are currently self-funding - donations very welcome via our website http://www.philosophybites.com

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Aristotle's Cafe Podcast

Aristotle's Cafe

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At Aristotle's Cafe, we believe everyone should be respected. We create spaces where people respect each other and grow by discussing what really matters. "It's about having difficult conversations that actually matter, and that can have agreement and disagreement. Ideas are meant to be shared, people are meant to have conversations" - Founder, Hassan Ghiassi Join us in the Aristotle's Cafe Podcast as we explore a range of interesting topics.

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The Art of Manliness

The Art of Manliness

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The Art of Manliness Podcast aims to deepen and improve every area of a man's life, from fitness and philosophy, to relationships and productivity. Engaging and edifying interviews with some of the world's most interesting doers and thinkers drop the fluff and filler to glean guests' very best, potentially life-changing, insights.

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Introductory Lecture on Aristotle’s Ethics

Roopen Majithia

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Discussion of Book I of the NE in relation to the rest of the text and to Aristotle’s philosophy in general. Cover art photo provided by Tim Arterbury on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@tim_arterbury

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Philosophy Audiobooks

Geoffrey Edwards

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Unabridged philosophy audiobooks including writing by Plato (Parmenides), Aristotle (Economics), Cicero (On Moral Duties) and Plotinus (Enneads). Topics discussed include ethics, justice, law, logic, metaphysics, God, happiness, love and beauty. Each book has been streamlined by merging separate LibriVox recordings into a single seamless whole with no interruptions. Painting: La Perle et la vague by Paul-Jacques-Aimé Baudry.

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The New Thinkery

The New Thinkery

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The New Thinkery is a podcast devoted to political philosophy and its history, along with its many guises in literature, film, and human experience generally. Named after Socrates' infamous "Thinkery" in Aristophanes' Clouds, The New Thinkery strikes a balance between the seriousness of academia and the playfulness of casual conversation among friends.

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Amateur Philosophers' Club

Fr Richard Stonier and Fr Deneys Williamson

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"What is the meaning of life?" said one priest to another ... and yet another philosophy podcast was born.

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This American Laugh with Aristotle Athari and Andy Harris

Big Money Players Network and iHeartPodcasts

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Join improv comedians Aristotle Athari and Andy Harris on This American Laugh, an improvised comedy podcast in the style of your favorite storytelling show from a certain public radio station. Each week, host Ari, producer Andy and a special guest contributor use prompts from a random sentence generator to improvise fake real stories filled with fake real people, in three acts.

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The Philosophy Podcast

LearnOutLoud.com

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With The Philosophy Podcast, LearnOutLoud.com will showcase audio renditions of classic philosophy from such greats as Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Descartes, Nietzsche and much more. For more audio and video material tailored to the lifelong learner, please feel free to visit www.learnoutloud.com

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The Nicomachean Ethics by Aristotle

Loyal Books

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The work consists of ten books, originally separate scrolls, and is understood to be based on notes said to be from his lectures at the Lyceum which were either edited by or dedicated to Aristotle's son, Nicomachus. In many ways this work parallels the similar Eudemian Ethics, which has only eight books, and the two works can be fruitfully compared. Books V, VI, and VII of the Nicomachean Ethics are identical to Books IV, V, and VI of the Eudemian Ethics. Opinions about the relationship betw ...

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Open Door Philosophy

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Andrew has a degree in philosophy, Taylor is working on a degree in philosophy, and Mr. Parsons taught philosophy to them both. Together they explore philosophy and its application to life, so come along! The door is always open. Open Door Philosophy on Open Door Philosophy on Instagram @opendoorphilosophyOpen Door Philosophy website at opendoorphilosophy.comContact us via email at [email protected]

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In Our Time: Science

BBC Radio 4

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Scientific principles, theory, and the role of key figures in the advancement of science.

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Dream The Impossible and Rise

Amb (Dr) Chude, Arinze Timothy (Aristotle)

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Welcome to "Dream the Impossible and Rise" Podcasts. Be prepared to receive great ideas that will detach you from the claws of old status, old technique and set you on a journey of self discovery. Here, I'll effectively share insightful contents that will make you Dream the Impossible and Rise to the top where you belong. This podcast channel is concern to see you discover who you are, dream big, break limits, actualize your destiny and potentials. Believe me, you are the next in line to be ...

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Aristotle in the Vernacular (AIV) Podcast

Dr. Bryan Brazeau (University of Warwick)

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This podcast explores the vernacular reception of Aristotle and his works in Renaissance Italy as part of the ERC-Funded Vernacular Aristotelianism project (PI: Marco Sgarbi) at the University of Warwick (UK), and at the University of Ca' Foscari in Venice (Italy). The podcast is produced, recorded, edited, and hosted by Dr. Bryan Brazeau, a member of the project at the University of Warwick. For more on the project and the podcast: http://www.tiny.cc/ercaristotle

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In Our Time: Philosophy

BBC Radio 4

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From Altruism to Wittgenstein, philosophers, theories and key themes.

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Good in Theory: A Political Philosophy Podcast

Clif Mark

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Good in Theory is a podcast about political philosophy and how it can help us understand the world today. Want to know what's in Plato's Republic or Hobbes's Leviathan but don't want to read them? This is your pod. I explain my favourite books in political theory in enough detail that you’ll feel like you read them yourself. Deep but not heavy. No experience needed.

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ClassicalU Podcast

Jesse Hake

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This podcast features the Director of ClassicalU.com, Jesse Hake, interviewing ClassicalU presenters and Live Learning Event hosts as well as occasional episodes featuring material directly from one of our ClassicalU presenters or guests.

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The Ancient Philosophy Podcast

Doug Campbell

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The Ancient Philosophy Podcast explores important topics in ancient Greek philosophy, whether that's in India, China, Greece, Rome, the Near East, or beyond. Hosted by Doug Campbell, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Alma College in Michigan.

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Classic Books in 30 Minutes: Western and World Literature for Busy People

Adam Diament

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Love the idea of reading the classics but never seem to have the time? This podcast makes it easy. In about 30 minutes, each episode gives you a clear and engaging summary of a major work of Western or world literature—along with the background and historical significance that make it timeless. From Homer to Shakespeare to global masterpieces, you'll hear not just great fiction but also influential works of non-fiction, religion, philosophy, politics, and more. You'll get the stories, the bi ...

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Sound Philosophy

Chadwick Jenkins

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A podcast exploring philosophical and interpretive approaches to the history of popular music.

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Catching Foxes

Luke and Gomer

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Luke and Gomer became friends Freshman year at the Franciscan University of Steubenville and 14 years later they started a podcast. The show oscillates between a conversation between just the two of us and interviews that we do together of other, fancier people. Sometimes we get explicit either by being too honest or by being too stupid. Either way, it's fun!

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John Vespasian

John Vespasian

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JOHN VESPASIAN is the author of eighteen books, including “When everything fails, try this” (2009), “Rationality is the way to happiness” (2009), “The philosophy of builders” (2010), “The 10 principles of rational living” (2012), “Rational living, rational working” (2013), “Consistency: The key to permanent stress relief” (2014), “On becoming unbreakable” (2015), “Thriving in difficult times” (2016), “Causality: Aristotle’s life and ideas” (2024), “Foresight: Schopenhauer’s life and ideas” ( ...

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Irish Music Stories Podcast

Shannon Heaton

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The show about traditional music, and the bigger stories behind it. Host Shannon Heaton talks to musicians, dancers, and scholars about where Irish music has been, where it's going, and what it means to so many people around the globe. Whether you already play fiddle or know dance steps, or you don't know anything about traditional music, the emphasis of this show is creativity, community, and heritage.

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Curiosity Never Retires

OLLI at American University

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By celebrating the diverse experiences and interests of the Study Group Leaders and members who make up OLLI at American University, this podcast’s goal is to provide information about the wonderful courses and people at the heart of our OLLI at AU, while sparking curiosity and maybe a conversation or two.

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Postmodern Realities Podcast

The Christian Research Institute

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Hosted by Melanie Cogdill the Managing Editor at the Christian Research Institute, Postmodern Realities is a podcast from the Christian Research Institute and the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL. Each podcast features in-depth conversations with our JOURNAL authors.

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The Neighborhood Listen

The Neighborhood Listen

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Join Burnt Millipede (Paul F. Tompkins), Joan Pedestrian (Nicole Parker) and Doug (Brett Morris) as they explore their hometown of Dignity Falls via posts from a certain neighborhood social networking app and interview the town's most intriguing residents! Want more TNL? Go to cbbworld.com and sign up for the Maximus plan to unlock access to all seasons ad-free, as well as brand new exclusive BONUS ROOM episodes adventuring deeper into Dignity Falls!

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Machines & Meaning

Angel Evan

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Machines & Meaning examines artificial intelligence through the lens of different philosophers to understand how AI technology shapes human experience. Created for curious, thoughtful people who want to move beyond simplistic "AI is good" or "AI is bad" narratives, each episode takes a key concept from a philosopher and uses it to examine a specific aspect of AI technology and its impact on human life. While the show assumes listeners are familiar with current AI developments, it doesn't req ...

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You're Dead to Me

BBC Radio 4

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The comedy podcast that takes history seriously. In each episode of You’re Dead to Me from BBC Radio 4, Greg Jenner is joined by a comedian and an expert historian to learn and laugh about the past. History isn’t just about dates and textbooks – it’s about extraordinary characters, amazing stories, and some very questionable fashion choices. How long did it take to build an Egyptian pyramid? What does the Bayeux Tapestry reveal about medieval life? Why did it take nearly half a millennium fo ...

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Cost of Glory

Alex Petkas

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The most influential biographies ever written, admired by leaders, creators, soldiers, and thinkers for nearly 2,000 years: Plutarch’s Parallel lives. Essential listening for anyone striving after greatness. Alex Petkas, former professor of ancient philosophy and history, revives and dramatically retells these unforgettable stories for modern audiences. The subjects are statesmen, generals, orators, and founders; pious and profane, stoics and hedonists. The stakes bear on the future of Weste ...

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Travel Talks

Daniel Skinner

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Discussing deep questions on the road

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Realcovery

Dylan Nation

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A podcast talking about progress to get farther away from a life of abusing alcohol and drugs.

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We’ve All Heard It Before

Michael Fragomeni

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Michael Fragomeni and Peter Woods are two linguists trying to make sense of the current political situation.

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Interior Integration for Catholics

Peter T. Malinoski, Ph.D.

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The mission of this podcast is the formation of your heart in love and for love, Together, we shore up the natural, human foundation for your spiritual formation as a Catholic. St. Thomas Aquinas asserts that without this inner unity, without this interior integration, without ordered self-love, you cannot enter loving union with God, your Blessed Mother, or your neighbor. Informed by Internal Family Systems approaches and grounded firmly in a Catholic understanding of the human person, this ...

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Cabronas y Chingonas

Cabronas y Chingonas

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Two queer Latinas on the search for the best representation in the media.

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Orion's The Weighing Machine

Orion Portfolio Solutions

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Orion’s The Weighing Machine How does Orion help financial advisors guide investors toward their financial goals? We provide the services and solutions advisors need to help clients stay invested in balanced portfolios. On Orion’s “The Weighing Machine,” featuring Ben Vaske, BFA, we cut through the market clamor and focus on time-tested principles that help financial advisors and investors reach their long-term financial goals. Each podcast reviews weekly commentary by Orion’s investment tea ...

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TL;DR Philosophy

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Short summaries of big ideas from Western philosophy. A project (started during Covid-19 lockdown) by a high school senior.

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The Scruple

Reagan and Philip

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Often joyful, less often insightful, two Catholic men talk living their faith and vocation in a crazy time.

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Critique of Aristotle’s thoughts on human nature 7:25

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Many philosophers have attacked Aristotle’s conception of human beings as rational and self-directed, capable of setting goals and making plans to achieve them, and driven to achieve happiness. Aristotle (384-322 BC) presented his thoughts on human nature in his works “Eudemian Ethics,” “Nicomachean Ethics” and “Politics.” All of them were written …

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Nichomachean Ethics by Aristotle (4th Century BCE) 30:40

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In this episode, we explore Nicomachean Ethics, Aristotle's deeply influential 4th-century BCE treatise on how to live a good life. We'll unpack his ideas about virtue, habit, friendship, and the "golden mean," along with his claim that true happiness comes not from luck or pleasure alone but from living with purpose and character. Blending practic…

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2. How Galileo Used the Telescope to Refute Aristotle and Ptolemy 19:11

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This episode is about how Galileo used the then-recent invention of the telescope to refute ancient and long-standing views about the cosmos. In the process, he got in trouble with the Vatican. Host: Doug Campbell, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Alma College. You can subscribe to The Ancient Philosophy Podcast wherever yo…

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Postmodern Realities Podcast Episode 477: Aristotle And C.S. Lewis on Virtue 44:58

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This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Louis Markos about his article, “Aristotle And C.S. Lewis on Virtue “. https://www.equip.org/articles/aristotle-and-c-s-lewis-on-virtue/ One way you can support our online articles and podcasts is by leaving us a tip. A tip is just a small amount, like $3, $5, or $10, which is …

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Episode 151, 'Afro-Brazilian Religions' with José Eduardo Porcher (Part I - Candomblé) 35:33

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In the beginning, there was nothing but air. The supreme being breathed upon it, and the air became water. Air and water moved together, forming mud. Seeing its shape, the supreme being breathed again – and life began. Today, we'll be exploring this creation story – born of Afro-Brazilian philosophy – forged under conditions of extreme violence, di…

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The Travels of Marco Polo by Marco Polo (1298) 31:20

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In this episode, we journey through The Travels of Marco Polo, the 1298 account traditionally attributed to Marco Polo and written down by Rustichello da Pisa, capturing the Venetian explorer's astonishing adventures across Asia. We'll explore his vivid descriptions of the Silk Road, the court of Kublai Khan, and the wonders—real, embellished, or s…

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Alexandria (Radio Edit) 28:06

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Greg Jenner is joined in Egypt by historian Professor Islam Issa and comedian Athena Kugblenu to learn all about the history of science and philosophy in the city of Alexandria. Founded by ancient conqueror Alexander the Great, Alexandria from its earliest days was a city at the forefront of scientific discoveries, philosophical enquiry and religio…

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Cultural impact of Aristotle’s philosophy of logic 5:00

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The cultural impact of Aristotle’s philosophy of logic begins with Thomas Aquinas (1225–1274), who undertook to couple Christian theology to Aristotelian philosophy. The combination is far from self-evident and Aquinas did it only by twisting the ideas of Aristotle almost beyond recognition. In his “Summa Theologiae,” Aquinas provides a systematic …

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Critique of Aristotle’s theory of the prime mover 5:14

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In life, it is wise to correct errors swiftly because otherwise they will grow and grow. The longer you wait, the worse it will get. The more lies you tell yourself, the higher the barriers to recovery. Eventually, you’ll reach the point where recovery is no longer possible. Despite his enormous wisdom, Aristotle (384-322 BC) put forward the theory…

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Opponents to Aristotle’s theory of virtue and character development 8:43

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The sound principles established by Aristotle (384-322 BC) in the field of ethics were quickly abandoned. His philosophy of virtue and character development gathered a vast number of enemies precisely because it is fair and realistic. Too many people don’t want to hear the truths enunciated by Aristotle, namely, that human beings are rational, that…

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Putting Aristotle’s theory of virtue and character development into practice 6:47

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Various thinkers have tried to put rational systems of virtues and character development into practice. Their attempts have attained success to the extent that they are aligned with the ideas presented by Aristotle (384-322 BC) in his “Eudemian Ethics” and “Nicomachean Ethics.” In those works, Aristotle outlines his five key ideas about virtue and …

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Memetic Warfare, Maduro & Minnesota 1:39:52

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Memetic Warfare, Maduro & Minnesota Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Brad Binkley

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Meditations by Marcus Aurelius, Part 10 1:00:13

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Join me for part 10, the final chapters, of a reading and discussion of Meditations, one of the most influential works of Stoic philosophy, by Marcus Aurelius – Roman Emperor and philosopher. In this series we'll explore the core tenants of Stoicism, examining its emphasis on virtue, reason, and acceptance. Exclusive Content and Ways to Support: Su…

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King Lear by William Shakespeare (1606) 28:23

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In this episode, we tumble into King Lear, William Shakespeare's devastating 1606 tragedy about pride, loyalty, madness, and the high price of misplaced trust. We'll follow the aging king who divides his kingdom based on flattery, the daughters who love or betray him, and the storm—both literal and emotional—that strips everything down to the raw t…

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Postmodern Realities Podcast Episode 479: The God Who Looks Back: A Review of ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ 56:29

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This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Cole Burgett about his article, “The God Who Looks Back: A Review of ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash'”. This also part of Cole’s ongoing column, Cultural Apologetics.[Editor’s Note: This review contains spoilers for Avatar: Fire and Ash .] https://www.equip.org/articles/the-god-who-looks…

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Seneca: effectiveness leads to happiness 6:30

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I have never been impressed by individuals who preach effectiveness, productivity and efficiency for the sake of it. They devote their efforts to finding faster ways of getting from A to B, without explaining why we should want to get to B in the first place. Seneca took the opposite approach. His ideas about effectiveness are linked to the pursuit…

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Seneca’s ideas on the nature of fate 6:57

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The concept of determinism was unknown to ancient Greek and Roman philosophers because they regarded the universe as a combination of forces. Gods could influence our lives, but we can request the succour of other divinities. Our future is not written in stone. Seneca lived in a polytheistic environment in which Roman deities embodied concepts take…

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Seneca on how to stop worrying 5:59

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Worry is the quintessential wasteful emotion. It doesn’t help improve our life, but consumes large amounts of energy. The more we worry, the less time we have available for productive, constructive action. Seneca had endured worry and anxiety in his mid-twenties, due to a severe respiratory illness. He thought he was going to die, when he had barel…

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Putting Seneca’s anti-worry recipe into practice 6:29

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I can understand those who doubt the applicability of Stoic philosophy to today’s problems. Seneca lived a long time ago. How could he possibly foresee the problems we are facing today? Indeed, Seneca’s preoccupations did not resemble ours, but we shouldn’t assume that people in Ancient Rome faced fewer problems than people in our century. Nor that…

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Libertarianism Is Contractual. Discuss. w/ Courtenay Turner (Part 1) 1:24:55

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Part I: The great Courtenay Turner returns to discuss the philosophical roots of libertarianism and how it may be seeding our technocratic future! Follow & Connect with Courtenay:⁠https://linktr.ee/courtenayturner⁠(Secure your copy of her book “The Final Betrayal: How Technocracy Destroys America”, a #1 Amazon Best Seller, at ⁠https://www.technocra…

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Strong, Conditioned, and Ready for Anything — How to Become a Hybrid Athlete 59:16

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For decades, fitness culture has tended to break people into two categories: you’re either a strength guy or an endurance guy. You lift heavy or run far — but not both. But my guest today says you don't have to choose; you can excel at both modalities and be ready for anything. Alex Viada is a coach, a physiologist, and the author of The Hybrid Ath…

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Episode 88-Dark Mysteries Bright Melodies 12:31

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Early 20th century musician George White painted the New York scene with dance tunes on his piccolo; and the tune bearing his name has gone on to enchant generations of Irish musicians. Well before that, a piper lured 130 children with his sweet playing (and his colorful clothes). There's no bankruptcy of mystery or chirpy melodies in this first ep…

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Episode 36: Seeing with the Quadrivium: How Medieval Stories Reflect a Living Cosmos 1:04:25

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In this episode of the ClassicalU Podcast, Jesse Hake speaks with Dr. Shannon Valenzuela about her new course releasing this spring on medieval literature and the harmonics of story. Beginning with Boethius’s Consolation of Philosophy and culminating in Dante’s Divine Comedy, Dr. Valenzuela shows how medieval authors understood stories as reflectio…

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178 Q&A on Ordered Self-Love, your Body, Parts Work and Catholicism 1:28:25

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You need to love yourself properly to love others in an ordered way. How can we understand St. Thomas Aquinas' insistence on us governing our passions from an IFS perspective in a way that loves our passionate parts? How can we be detached from worldly goods? Do saints get blended with their parts? Are there benefits to some kinds of blending with …

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3. Rachel O'Keefe: Plotinus' Metaphysics 1:31:17

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In this episode, I speak with Rachel O'Keefe about Plotinus' metaphysical system, especially the view of the hypostases that he develops in Enneads V.1. We begin the episode by discussing who Plotinus was. Host: Doug Campbell, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Alma College. Interviewee: Rachel O'Keefe, who teaches and works …

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1. The Stoic Conception of Philosophy 14:25

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This episode is about what the Stoics thought philosophy was. Host: Doug Campbell, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Alma College. You can subscribe to The Ancient Philosophy Podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast. There is a YouTube channel available with video episodes. I have a Substack: platosfishtrap.substack.com. You can…

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Curiosity Never Retires: Leonard King on Non-violence 13:58

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In this episode of "Curiosity Never Retires," Leonard King talks about a course he will be presenting in the Spring of 2026 on non-violence along with his wife, Betty. Leonard has taught a range of courses at OLLI at American including very popular studies of film.By OLLI at American University

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Seneca’s formula for achieving tranquillity 7:40

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The solution to worry must begin by understanding its cause and how it builds over time. Seneca grasped the nature of preoccupations better than most philosophers in history, but his recommendations need to be adapted to our century. Seneca attributed mental strain to the human tendency to go too far, run too quickly, and expect too much. He viewed…

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Seneca’s advice on setbacks 10:08

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In history, few philosophers have come with workable, solid advice about dealing with setbacks. Socrates (470-399 BC), Plato (427-347 BC) and Aristotle (384-322 BC) had given little thought to this matter, concentrating their efforts on logic and epistemology rather than on human psychology. Seneca was the first philosopher in history to come up wi…

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Seneca’s advice on dealing with uncertainty 8:09

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Most philosophical doctrines are worthless for dealing with uncertainty. They fail to recognise emerging threats and, when people wake up, it’s too late to do anything. If we want to have a successful, happy life, we need to know what to do exactly in order to deal effectively with uncertainty. Seneca came up with the answer, although he failed to …

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Seneca’s mistake in the pursuit of wisdom 7:24

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Seneca laboured intensively in the pursuit of wisdom. He devoted four decades of his life to reflecting and writing about philosophy. I would not question his dedication, but I cannot ignore the rather poor results he achieved. The fact that he ended up killing himself does not speak in his favour. Despite Seneca’s large efforts to acquire wisdom, …

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Seneca’s advice on making good decisions 8:40

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The best advice provided by Seneca concerns the method for making decisions. His recommendations are condensing decades of philosophical reflection, and a profound knowledge of Ancient Greek and Roman history. Seneca’s advice is straightforward: Keep going in the right direction and do not dwell on difficulties and setbacks. He had seen too many of…

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Nature by Ralph Waldo Emerson (1836) 33:27

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In this episode, we step into Nature, Ralph Waldo Emerson's 1836 essay that launched American Transcendentalism with a call to reconnect with the world beyond our walls. We'll explore Emerson's vision of the woods as a spiritual classroom, his belief that nature reflects the human soul, and the radical idea that true understanding comes from direct…

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The Brontës 14:06

7d ago14:06

14:06

Dead Funny History: The Brontës. Join historian Greg Jenner for a fast-paced, funny and fascinating journey through the lives of the Brontë sisters, Charlotte, Emily and Anne, three literary legends whose tragic family story inspired some of the greatest novels of the 19th century. This episode of Dead Funny History is packed with jokes, sketches a…

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Chike Jeffers on Africana Philosophy 15:33

4d ago15:33

15:33

David Edmonds talks to Chike Jeffers of Dalhousie University about Africana Philosophy. This episode was supported by the Ideas Workshop, part of the Open Society Foundations.

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Justinian and Theodora 13:48

8d ago13:48

13:48

Dead Funny History: Justinian and Theodora. Join historian Greg Jenner for a fast-paced, funny and fascinating journey through the lives of Justinian and Theodora; the ultimate Byzantine power couple who ruled an empire, survived riots, and reformed the law. This episode of Dead Funny History is packed with jokes, sketches and sound effects that br…

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Meditations by Marcus Aurelius, Part 9 1:00:15

6d ago1:00:15

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Join me for part 9 of a reading and discussion of Meditations, one of the most influential works of Stoic philosophy, by Marcus Aurelius – Roman Emperor and philosopher. In this series we'll explore the core tenants of Stoicism, examining its emphasis on virtue, reason, and acceptance. Exclusive Content and Ways to Support: Support me on Substack f…

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Summa Theologica by Thomas Aquinas (1265-1274) 23:07

6d ago23:07

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In this episode, we explore the Summa Theologica, Thomas Aquinas's monumental 1265–1274 masterwork that set out to explain… well, everything—from the nature of God to ethics, law, virtue, and the meaning of a good life. We'll unpack how Aquinas blended faith and reason, Aristotle and Christianity, and a whole lot of meticulous logic into one of the…

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Emma of Normandy 14:09

11d ago14:09

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Dead Funny History: Emma of Normandy. Join historian Greg Jenner for a fast-paced, funny and fascinating journey through the life of Emma of Normandy - twice Queen of England, mother of kings, and the medieval Kris Jenner of royal politics. This episode of Dead Funny History is packed with jokes, sketches and sound effects that bring the past to li…

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Postmodern Realities Podcast Episode 478: The Church with No Foundation: Evaluating the Teachings of Pastor Andy Stanley 55:21

7d ago55:21

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This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Matthew M. Kennedy about his article, “The Church with No Foundation: Evaluating the Teachings of Pastor Andy Stanley“. https://www.equip.org/articles/the-church-with-no-foundation-evaluating-the-teachings-of-pastor-andy-stanley/ One way you can support our online articles and …

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