Best IAI Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 30: The Watcher: Afghanistan Stories and The IAI Heron - Carson 36:48

14d ago36:48

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What is it like to take overwatch on Canadian troops on patrol in Afghanistan? What was it like when Kandahar Airfield came under attack? What is the future of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) in Canada? In this episode, we sit down with Carson Choy, an Air Combat Systems Officer who flies on the CP-140M Aurora. Carson did two tours in Afgh…

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Does life have meaning? PART 3: Nolen Gertz on nihilism part two 14:28

2h ago14:28

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PART 3 of Does life have meaning Series: How do we find meaning (and happiness) in the contemporary age? Nihilism, the abandonment of all fundamental beliefs, may appear a hopeless outlook. Yet perhaps it also has potential. Join philosopher Nolen Gertz as he explores the history of nihilism to give us a complex image of it as something we can lear…

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Episode 057 – Local Law Overload: Mastering NYC Compliance 56:23

1h ago56:23

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In the fast-paced world of New York City real estate, keeping up with the ever-changing local laws is more than just a challenge—it’s a necessity. Don’t get caught off guard! Join us as Adam Batista and John Longo from Prise lead us through NYC’s most critical regulations, including lead paint safety, gas piping inspections, parapet and parking gar…

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Does life have meaning? PART 3: Nolen Gertz on nihilism part one 14:52

3h ago14:52

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PART 3 of Does life have meaning Series: How do we find meaning (and happiness) in the contemporary age? Nihilism, the abandonment of all fundamental beliefs, may appear a hopeless outlook. Yet perhaps it also has potential. Join philosopher Nolen Gertz as he explores the history of nihilism to give us a complex image of it as something we can lear…

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Does life have meaning? PART 2: Rob Boddice on the happiness crisis 29:48

10h ago29:48

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PART 2 of Does life have meaning Series: How do we find meaning (and happiness) in the contemporary age? In the so-called 'happiest' countries in the world, the uncomfortable reality of high rates of depression, suicidality, chronic pain, and social isolation are obscured by the conflation of happiness with capitalist conformity. In this intriguing…

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Does life have meaning? PART 1: John VERVAEKE on Solving the meaning crisis 35:10

15d ago35:10

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PART 1 of Does life have meaning Series: How do we find meaning (and happiness) in the contemporary age? Humans have a special need for meaning in their life. A life without meaning, many would agree, has no value. But what does meaning actually mean? And how can we ensure our life is full of it? Professor of Psychology and Cognitive Science John V…

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The nature of evil PART TWO | Mike Figgis, Robert Eaglestone, Joanna Kavenna 17:16

25d ago17:16

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Can art vanquish evil? In a largely secular culture what are we to make of evil? In a rational and relativistic climate without superstitutions, have we lost a cultural space in which to engage with evil? Should we abandon the notion altogether as anachronistic or is it essential in the fight for a better world? Filmmaker Mike Figgis, Artistic Dire…

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The nature of evil PART ONE | Mike Figgis, Robert Eaglestone, Joanna Kavenna 19:23

21d ago19:23

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Can art vanquish evil? In a largely secular culture what are we to make of evil? In a rational and relativistic climate without superstitutions, have we lost a cultural space in which to engage with evil? Should we abandon the notion altogether as anachronistic or is it essential in the fight for a better world? Filmmaker Mike Figgis, Artistic Dire…

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Episode 29: The Student: Part 2 - Life on Phase III Mult-Engine and the C-90B King Air - Scott 43:56

14d ago43:56

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What is it like to train on the C90B King Air in the RCAF? How has the Phase III Multi-Engine course changed recently? What is it like to take to the skies in a King Air - without your instructor? In this episode we check back in with Scott Harding, recently winged graduate of the RCAF Phase III Multi-Engine course. This is a continuation of episod…

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Episode 056 – City of Yes? YES PLEASE – NYC! 1:00:58

18d ago1:00:58

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Get ready for an electrifying episode as we unpack New York City’s ambitious “City of Yes” initiative! Hear from Rob Holbrook, Executive Director of Get Stuff Built for NYC Mayor Eric Adams. Rob outlines the ambitious plan to generate 500,000 housing units over the next decade, addressing the housing crisis and the initiative’s innovative zoning re…

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ŽIŽEK on surplus happiness | The false joy of excess 33:55

26d ago33:55

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Contemporary life is defined by excess. There must always be more, but there is never enough... Is the pursuit of happiness a terrible mistake? Join firebrand philosopher, Slavoj Žižek, as he argues the joys of excess are flimsy and futile and asks whether we can ever find a way out. Slavoj Žižek is a world-renowned philosopher, cultural critic and…

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Epiphanies in philosophy PART 2 | Philosopher Sophie-Grace Chappell 18:26

1M ago18:26

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What should guide our actions? We all have epiphanies. Yet most of us choose to ignore them, and trust in reason to determine our path in life. Join philosopher Sophie-Grace Chappell, who argues that we should allow our epiphanies to guide our actions. Sophie-Grace Chappell is a Professor of Philosophy at the Open University who writes about ethics…

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Epiphanies in philosophy PART 1 | Philosopher Sophie-Grace Chappell 17:15

1M ago17:15

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What should guide our actions? We all have epiphanies. Yet most of us choose to ignore them, and trust in reason to determine our path in life. Join philosopher Sophie-Grace Chappell, who argues that we should allow our epiphanies to guide our actions. Sophie-Grace Chappell is a Professor of Philosophy at the Open University who writes about ethics…

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Episode 28: The Phoenix - From the Ashes to the Airwaves, the return of the show! - Bryan and Melissa 19:48

1M ago19:48

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Where has the show been? What's been happening with Bryan's career and mental health? What will the show look like moving forward? We'll answer all these questions and have some fun along the way in this week's episode of The Pilot Project Podcast!By Bryan Morrison

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Is our metaphysics beholden to common sense? | Fragments and reality with Michael Della Rocca, Timothy Maudlin, Kathleen Higgins 42:06

2M ago42:06

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Should we follow our philosophical conclusions wherever they take us? Or is there a hard wall of common sense that we are beholden to? Listen to some of today's leading philosophers in science and metaphysics as they talk it out! Tim Maudlin is Professor of Philosophy at New York University as well as the Founder/Director of the John Bell Institute…

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On the 'demons' of science | Jimena Canales interview 21:13

2M ago21:13

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Have you heard of Descartes' 'demon'? How can a mythical creature inform scientific progress? What is real? Listen in to find out! Join award-winning science historian Jimena Canales in this studio interview as she discusses the process of discovery and the nature of the unknown in science. Jimena Canales is a pioneering historian of science and an…

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Philosophy's linguistic turn: Was it a mistake? | Hilary Lawson, Michael Potter, John Searle 42:28

2M ago42:28

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Is the real world unreachable due to the mediation of language? Or has the linguistic turn in philosophy and academia gone too far? Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimes Join post-realist philosopher Hilary Lawson, professor of logic Michael Potter and philosopher of language John Searle as they discuss…

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Loving oneself and loving others | Carol Gilligan, Katarzyna de Lazari-Radek, Richard Wrangham 58:13

2M ago58:13

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How much should we really value altruism? Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimes From charity-givers, to those who sacrifice themselves in war for others, we see altrusim and selflessness as virtues to be applauded. Those who take no heed of their own interests are highly praised in Western culture. But …

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Consciousness - a science or a philosophy? | Avshalom Elitzur 35:04

3M ago35:04

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Why has the concept of consciousness stumped scientists forever? Is there a way of overcoming this impasse? Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimes Join physicist and philosopher Avshalom Elitzur as he fearlessly accompanies physics to its logical limitations - the understanding of our lived experiences a…

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Episode 055 – Building Brilliance – From NYC Skylines to Mountain Highs 1:04:53

3M ago1:04:53

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In this captivating episode, Robert Levine, the visionary founder and CEO of RAL Companies, who is renowned for transforming New York City’s skyline with iconic developments like Brooklyn’s Quay Tower, shares his extraordinary journey from launching an innovative architectural firm in 1979 to becoming a present-day real estate luminary. Robert capt…

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The Perception Bias | Daniel Kahneman, Ellen Langer, Hilary Lawson 59:44

3M ago59:44

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What does it mean to perceive, and can we ever truly know the world around us? Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimes Join the diverse trio of cognitive scientist Daniel Kahneman, psychologist Ellen Langer, and philosopher Hilary Lawson as they knock heads on what it means to ever know the world, if we c…

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Episode 054 – Good Cause Passes – Not Good and IAI Higher – Not High Enough 1:01:24

3M ago1:01:24

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Has the recent 24/25 New York State budget brought significant changes to housing laws? Absolutely! Ann Korchak, President of SPONY, leads a riveting webinar, unpacking these crucial updates with attorney Craig Gambardella from Kucker Marino Winiarsky & Bittens, LLP. Together, they dissect the latest amendments to the rent stabilization law, highli…

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Conspiracy and belief | Michael Shermer 28:34

3M ago28:34

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Why do people believe in conspiracy theories? Looking for a link we mentioned? Find it here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimes In this intimate interview, Michael Shermer explores how conspiracy theories undermine objective truth or the generally accepted scientific, materialist paradigm. He covers everything from his most recent work to why …

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The mystery of emergence | Suchitra Sebastian, Philip Goff, Hilary Lawson 49:11

3M ago49:11

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Is complexity a cop-out? Looking for a link we mentioned? Find it here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimes From consciousness to free will, and even life itself, it has become commonplace for philosophers and neuroscientists to explain some of the most puzzling phenomena in the universe as 'emergent'. Some even make the claim that nothing in s…

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A rule to live by | Peter Singer, Daniel Markovits, Carol Gilligan 47:24

4M ago47:24

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Is it time to abandon the Golden Rule? Looking for a link we mentioned? Find it here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimes Join us as world-leading cognitive scientist Donald Hoffman discusses his cutting-edge research about consciousness and perception, as well as its astonishing implications for the ultimate nature of reality. Donald Hoffman i…

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Humans' tendency for irrationality | Dan Ariely 30:08

4M ago30:08

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Why do so many of us in the present day belief in conspiracy theories? Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimes Join professor and psychologist Dan Ariely as he discusses the main tenets of his 2023 book 'Misbelief: What Makes Rational People Believe Irrational Things.' With great sympathy for those, inclu…

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Perception as a fantasy | Donald Hoffman 22:55

4M ago22:55

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Can we look for consciousness outside the realm of space-time? Looking for a link we mentioned? Find it here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimes Join us as world-leading cognitive scientist Donald Hoffman discusses his cutting-edge research about consciousness and perception, as well as its astonishing implications for the ultimate nature of r…

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Embracing solidarity in our secular age | Interview with Rowan Williams 15:39

4M ago15:39

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What role can religion play in our contemporary secularised lives? Why do many (of us) still feel the need for it today? Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimes Join former Archbishop of Canterbury, theologian, and poet Rowan Williams in a deep-dive interview into his professional and theological trajecto…

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Episode 053 – This Month and Beyond – Navigating Fair Housing Laws for Everyone 46:53

5M ago46:53

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Join us in the pulsing heart of Times Square, Manhattan, for a special Fair Housing Month episode with Neil Garfinkel, a leading authority on fair housing and the managing partner at the law firm of Abrams Garfinkel Margolis Bergson. Neil dives deep into the essential facets of fair housing laws, highlighting their pivotal role across the real esta…

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