Best Eliot Davis Podcasts (2024)

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Sabrina Little on Athletics and Virtue 52:16

4h ago52:16

52:16

This week, the guys are joined by Sabrina Little, assistant professor in the department of Leadership and American Studies at Christopher Newport University. The group discuss athletics, especially running, and how virtue can boost athletic performance. Little's new book, The Examined Run: Why Good People Make Better Runners, and her accomplishment…

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Leo Strauss' "On the Interpretation of Genesis" 57:30

6d ago57:30

57:30

This week, the guys return once again to the prophetic teachings of Leo Strauss. This time, the focus is on Strauss' understanding of Genesis, which the guys dissect in an effort to disentangle the Ancient Greek and biblical influences that went into Strauss' interpretation.By The New Thinkery

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Nick Sirianni is a Lame Duck 21:17

13d ago21:17

21:17

I didn't want to come on with a negative slant this week, and I think I still found some optimism for the defensive rookies, but there is no way Nick Sirianni is coming to back to this team next year. The press conference from Nick on Wednesday was astoundingly alarming to me. He described why he kicked a FG instead of going for it on 4th down vs t…

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Lincoln and the Founding 48:05

13d ago48:05

48:05

This week, in observance of Constitution Day, the guys wax poetic about the virtues of the Founding... is what you probably expected this to say. Instead, Greg wrote an entire academic paper about Lincoln's hushed critique of the Founding, so the guys sit down to unpack the paper's core arguments, as well as how Lincoln was, and wasn't, successful …

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Fangio is here to stay... Not sure if Bryce Huff is though 18:55

20d ago18:55

18:55

Vic Fangio is going to leave Philadelphia a legend, and there is still a ways to go personnel wise to make that happen with the front 7. John breaks down why this is going to be a special unit as long as Howie keeps letting Vic pick the groceries, since Roseman doesn't seem to be that great at finding what he needs. But Roseman certainly found what…

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Eric Adler on Livy's History of Rome, Book I Ch. 1-16 1:01:03

20d ago1:01:03

1:01:03

This week, the guys are joined once again by Dr. Eric Adler, Professor and Chair of Classics at the University of Maryland, to talk about the beginning of Livy's History of Rome. Given Rome's impressively long history, it's no surprise that it took Livy over 140 books to recount it just up to the beginning of the Roman Empire. The group tackle Livy…

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Give Saquon the Ball ... for now 21:50

23d ago21:50

21:50

EAGLES ARE 1-0 and I am little disappointed in you. You were about to bail on Jalen Hurts this year until you started watching the 1p games on Sunday, weren't you? I KNEW IT! Jalen played terrible and it should have cost them the game. I promise you it's okay to say that out loud! In this episode I get into why I am so confident in Jalen moving for…

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Week 1 Preview, Why Bell Stopped Last Season, What's Next? 33:42

27d ago33:42

33:42

In an offseason where everyone has tried to scare you about the Eagles, Jalen Hurts, and anything else they can find to show you why it's going to be a bad season. John Barchard is back this week to tell you to enjoy this ride because he thinks it's about to become petty as this Eagles team get back to Super Bowl form. AND we get personal about wha…

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Walter Sterling on T. S. Eliot's "The Waste Land" 1:07:00

28d ago1:07:00

1:07:00

This week, the guys are joined by Walter Sterling, the freshly minted president of St. John's College in Santa Fe to discuss one of the twentieth century's most important poems, T. S. Eliot's "The Waste Land." The group work their way through the work's oppressive density and prose to get at the crucial themes and messages underlying it all. Plus: …

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Pano Kanelos on Hamlet and the University of Austin 1:05:01

1M ago1:05:01

1:05:01

It's back to school season, and to mark the occasion, the full host complement is joined by Dr. Pano Kanelos, founding president of the University of Austin. Together, the ensemble dissect key moments in Hamlet. That includes a potential recontextualization of the best-known soliloquy in the world, Hamlet's “To be or not to be” speech. Plus: a look…

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Robert Wyllie on Understanding Byung-Chul Han 1:06:32

1M ago1:06:32

1:06:32

Joining Alex and Greg this week is Professor Robert Wyllie of Ashland University. He guides the group through the thought-provoking world of Byung-Chul Han, one of today's most interesting living philosophers, using his new ciritcal introduction to Han as a baseline. Professor Wyllie delves especially into Han's early work, exploring his weighty id…

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Interview of Gavilán Rayna Russom 1:56:31

2M ago1:56:31

1:56:31

Interview of Gavilán Rayna Russom for the NYC Trans Oral History ProjectBy TOHP

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The Kenny Pickett Trade Was a Mistake 29:32

2M ago29:32

29:32

After one preseason game John Barchard's biggest overreaction was that Kenny Pickett just doesn't seem like a QB2 that you can go win you games. Kenny was a 2 year starter who didn't look that much different than Tanner Mckee!! That's a problem. ALSO: Would you welcome Hasson Reddick back after now asking for a trade from the Jets? AND: Tim McManus…

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Flagg Taylor on Jan Patočka's The Spiritual Person & the Intellectual 57:59

2M ago57:59

57:59

This week, Alex and Greg delve into Jan Patočka's 1975 essay "The Spiritual Person & the Intellectual," exploring its profound insights on the nature of human existence and the role of intellectuals in society. Joined by Flagg Taylor of Skidmore College, the group examine Patočka's challenge to modernity and his vision for a more spiritually ground…

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#80 - Rajat Bhageria - Automating Food Assembly using Robots and AI 53:41

2M ago53:41

53:41

Rajat Bhageria is an entrepreneur, investor, and the CEO of Chef Robotics. What does it actually take to build and deploy generally intelligent robots? Rajat's company is actively scaling robotics in the food industry and is here to tell us all about it. In this conversation, we talk about what the current food manufacturing process looks like, the…

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Michael Davis On Greek Tragedy, and Electra 1:08:19

2M ago1:08:19

1:08:19

This week, the guys delve into the rich world of Greek tragedy with professor Michael Davis from Sarah Lawrence College. The group explore the themes of fate, justice, and human nature as discussed in Davis' latest book, Electras: Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides. Focusing on the powerful narratives of the Electra plays by these tragedians, they…

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Jalen Hurts: Better, Worse, or the Same in 2024 17:39

2M ago17:39

17:39

John Barchard breaks down why he believes Kellen Moore's offense will unlock the true potential of Jalen Hurts in 2024. No more hoping that AJ gets open in time, we are on to three step drops and pistol formations! It's time once again for Jalen Hurts to MVP in 2024.By John Barchard

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Mary Nichols on Piety in Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics 1:03:57

2M ago1:03:57

1:03:57

Join the guys this week as they explore the nuanced concept of piety in Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics with esteemed scholar Mary Nichols. Nichols is Professor Emerita of Political Science at Baylor University, where she taught from 2004-2018, and brings her profound insights and expertise to this rich discussion. Delve into the philosophical depth…

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Interview of Aristilde Kirby 1:18:10

2M ago1:18:10

1:18:10

Interview of Aristilde Kirby for the NYC Trans Oral History ProjectBy NYC Trans Oral History Project

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Interview of Honey Pluton 1:13:48

2M ago1:13:48

1:13:48

Interview of Honey Pluton for the NYC Trans Oral History ProjectBy NYC Trans Oral History Project

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Plato's Lovers 49:30

2M ago49:30

49:30

In this week's episode, the guys unpack Plato's Lovers, a dialogue centered on the question of what philosophy is. Join the guys as they explore Socrates' interactions with a jock and a nerd in competition to have their love reciprocated by their beloveds. Plus: the unveiling of The New Thinkery's merch store!…

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Ralph Waldo Emerson's The American Scholar 50:28

3M ago50:28

50:28

Join the guys as they delve into Ralph Waldo Emerson's brief essay, "The American Scholar," picking apart the diagnostic value of Emerson's view of the American mind. Through insightful discussions and thorough analysis, they explore the relevance and implications of Emerson's ideas in the modern world, offering a critique of Emerson's transcendent…

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CDC Reeve on Aristotle's Dialectic 1:22:29

3M ago1:22:29

1:22:29

This week, Alex and Greg replace David with renowned philosopher CDC Reeve. The group delve into Aristotle's Dialectic, exploring the depths of ancient Greek philosophy and its relevance today, specifically how Aristotle's method of dialogue and debate seeks to uncover truths through logical reasoning and critical questioning. Plus: don't miss the …

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Paul Carrese on George Washington 1:13:20

3M ago1:13:20

1:13:20

Happy Fourth of July from the New Thinkery! This week, Alex and Greg are joined by Paul Carrese, professor at Arizona State University and senior fellow at the Jack Miller Center, to discuss George Washington in observance of Independence Day. The group discuss George Washington's ascendancy to power, his attempts to stop factionalism, and his impa…

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On Fitness 1:02:38

3M ago1:02:38

1:02:38

This week, the guys mostly put away the books to discuss the importance of fitness, both for physical longevity and mental sharpness. Led by Greg, the guys share their thoughts and experiences with exercise, including their personal exercise regimens and how they balance exercise in their daily lives. Plus: David's biggest pet peeve about exercise …

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Ariel Helfer on Plato's Letters 1:20:10

4M ago1:20:10

1:20:10

In this episode, the guys are joined by Professor Ariel Helfer of Wayne State University to discuss his new book on Plato's Letters. Delve into an engaging conversation about the philosophical insights and historical context of Plato's epistolary works, as well as how we ought to contextualize the work itself.…

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Sirianni and Hurts Don't Need to Get Along 18:21

4M ago18:21

18:21

John Barchard chimes in about the much talked about mandatory minicamp press conferences between Jalen Hurts and Nick Sirianni. Nick and Jalen don't need to get a long, they need to make more money and win football games. There are countless examples of players and personnel not getting along and winning Super Bowls together. PLUS: John urges Jeffe…

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Leo Strauss' What Is Political Philosophy?, Part III 52:42

4M ago52:42

52:42

The guys take this week to close out their mini-series on Leo Strauss' What is Political Philosophy? Listen in as they unpack Strauss' analysis of modernity, his critique of historicism, and his defense of classical political philosophy. Thankfully, there are less calls to "whip it" this time.By The New Thinkery

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Nick Sirianni is a "puppet" and that's okay 17:09

4M ago17:09

17:09

John Barchard is back wants us all to accept that Nick Sirianni can be a puppet for the front office and great coach at the same time. PLUS: More likely, Kellen Moore is here to help Nick or Kellen is here to take Nick's job? AND: and ESP update, John got a call from Spike Eskin.By John Barchard

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Leo Strauss' What is Political Philosophy?, Part II 1:02:40

4M ago1:02:40

1:02:40

Join the guys for an enlightening continuation of last week's discussion on Leo Strauss' What is Political Philosophy? This week, they delve into part two of the book, focusing on the classical solution to political philosophy. Their exploration reveals timeless insights about the nature of political thought and its enduring relevance, as well as r…

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Interview of Davey Davis 1:12:48

4M ago1:12:48

1:12:48

Interview of Davey Davis for the NYC Trans Oral History ProjectBy NYC Trans Oral History Project

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I Want Jordan Davis to Be Fat 13:25

4M ago13:25

13:25

John goes after Brian Baldinger for calling Jordan Davis fat and lazy this past season and inserts himself back into the Kyle Hamilton debates. PLUS: Why the hell did Howie Roseman go with Sean Desai and Matt Patricia in 2023? Was it just to ensure Vic Fangio comes back for this season? John seems to think so!…

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