Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we explore the complex relationship between authenticity and algorithm-aided decision-making. As technology increasingly shapes our choices, we examine how to maintain true-to-self decision-making in a digital world. Join us as we delve into philosophical perspectives on aut…

Send us a text Join us on this thought-provoking episode of Philosophy Crossroads as we dive into the intriguing world of panpsychism—a perspective suggesting that consciousness permeates all matter. We explore historical roots, pivotal thinkers like David Chalmers and Thomas Nagel, and key frameworks such as micropsychism and cosmopsychism. Throug…

Send us a text In this episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we delve into one of the most thought-provoking debates in political philosophy: Robert Nozick's Wilt Chamberlain argument and its challenge to John Rawls' theory of justice. Explore how Nozick's emphasis on individual liberty and voluntary transactions contrasts with Rawls' focus on fairness…

Send us a text Join us as we unravel John Locke's revolutionary social contract theory and its surprising relevance in our modern world. From the foundations of democratic governance to the complexities of digital privacy, we'll explore how Locke's ideas continue to shape our understanding of rights, authority, and social responsibility. Discover h…

Send us a text Join us as we unravel the complex and controversial political theory of Thomas Hobbes. In this episode, we explore Hobbes' pessimistic view of human nature, his concept of the "state of nature," and his argument for an all-powerful sovereign state. We'll delve into the historical context of the English Civil War that shaped Hobbes' t…

Send us a text In this episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we unravel the Hard Problem of Consciousness as articulated by philosopher David Chalmers. We explore the distinction between "easy problems" and the elusive "hard problem," illustrated through thought experiments like philosophical zombies and Mary’s Room. Join us as we journey through the e…

Send us a text In this episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Prof. Eric Mathison, Assistant Professor of Philosophy at the University of Toronto and an esteemed ethics consultant. Prof. Mathison delves into his journey into bioethics, current research on medical assistance in dying, and the ethical com…

Send us a text In this episode of Philosophy Crossroads, host Hanson Wen engages with Dr. Frank Saunders, an esteemed philosopher from Hong Kong Chu High College, specializing in Chinese comparative and cross-cultural philosophy. Dive deep into the profound concepts of Daoism, the role of Dao in ethics, and the intriguing intersections with Western…

Send us a text Begging for an ultimate purpose for everything is typically unanswered. Existentialists argue that there is, in fact, no inherent meaning in life. Purpose originates from solely from oneself, but it may be hard to navigate this depressing landscape when the source is depleted. With no hardcore philosophy, this episode of Philosophy C…

Send us a text In this enlightening episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we are joined by Mr. Matt White, a dedicated philosophy lecturer and Ph.D. candidate from the University of Cape Town. Delve into a compelling discussion that spans the intriguing realms of epistemology and the ethics of technology. Mr. White shares his transition from studying p…

Send us a text In this episode, we dive into the deep waters of moral skepticism, questioning the existence and knowability of moral truths. From the argument from disagreement to Mackie's argument from queerness, we explore the compelling cases for skepticism. However, the journey doesn't end there. We also consider the resilient defenses against …

Send us a text In this episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we dive deep into the heart of ethical discussion and explore the distinction between cognitivism and non-cognitivism in meta ethics. We examine what exactly we're doing when we make moral statements—are we stating facts or merely expressing our feelings? Tune in as we unravel the philosophic…

Send us a text In this episode, we delve into the complex world of moral realism and anti-realism. We explore the philosophical arguments that advocate for the existence of objective moral facts, as well as those that challenge this notion. Throughout our journey, we consider the profound implications these theories have for how we understand moral…

Send us a text In this series of Metaethics, we embark on a captivating journey into the heart of metaethics, exploring the profound questions that underpin our moral beliefs and ethical discourse. From the historical roots of moral philosophy to the pressing debates of cognitivism vs. non-cognitivism and moral realism vs. anti-realism, we delve de…

Send us a text In this episode, we explore the fascinating intersections and divergences between the philosophies of Friedrich Nietzsche and Indian/Buddhist thought. We delve into concepts such as Nietzsche's Will to Power, the Übermensch, and eternal recurrence, and contrast these with Buddhist principles like Anatta, Karma, Dharma, Moksha, and Ni…

Send us a text This is the last episode where we delve deep into the core content of Plato's "The Republic," exploring its writing background, the philosophical discussions it presents, and its challenging ideas. We discuss the three waves of gender equality: community of property, wives and children, and the philosopher king. We also grapple with …

Send us a text In this episode of the Republic series, we continue to delve into the intricate philosophical views of Socrates as presented in Plato's "The Republic". We explore the complex analogy Socrates constructs between the soul and the city-state, and the definition of the four virtues within each. We also examine the notion of a "noble lie"…

Send us a text In this episode of the Republic Series, we delve into the life and philosophy of Plato. We explore how his experiences, including the political upheaval in Athens, the death of his mentor Socrates, and his failed attempts to create a philosopher-king, shaped his philosophical views. We then take a deep dive into his masterpiece, "The…

Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we dive deep into the heart of absurdism, a philosophical perspective that explores the human struggle for meaning in an indifferent universe. Guided by the insights of Albert Camus, we unravel the essence of the absurd condition, the rebellion against this absurdity, and th…

Send us a text In this illuminating episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we embark on a profound journey into the heart of existentialism to explore the concept of authenticity. Delving into the minds of existentialist giants such as Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Sartre, and Heidegger, we uncover the essence of living authentically in a world that often pre…

Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we welcome Dr. Yan Xiaojun, an associate professor of politics and public administration at the University of Hong Kong. As a leading expert on authoritarian politics and political development in contemporary China, Dr. Yan provides profound insights into the complex interpl…

Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we delve into the intricate philosophical debate surrounding Bernard Mandeville's controversial theory that private vices can lead to public virtues. From the historical roots in 'The Fable of the Bees' to modern-day economic and ethical implications, we examine how personal…

Send us a text In this enlightening episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we embark on a deep dive into the fascinating world of moral nonnaturalism. Join us as we unravel the complexities of this compelling ethical theory, renowned for its advocacy of objective moral truths independent of natural properties. We explore the historical roots, theoretica…

Send us a text Mr Desh Subba is a Nepal-born author and poet. His book Philosophy of Fearism published through the self-publishing US service Xlibris. It portrays fear as major part of life. According to him life is conducted, guided and controlled by fear. He also argue utility of fear, impact of fear, dephilosophy of philosophy etc.…

Send us a text Explore the rapidly growing field of Green Finance and ESG investing with Hong Kong University Professor Dragon Tang, where he talks about the past, present and future of this field, and how moral and ethics can be applied to it.By Hanson Wen