Girard on Mimetic Desire
In this episode, we explore René Girard's concept of mimetic desire, which posits that human desires are imitative, influenced by observing and emulating others, leading to rivalry and conflict. This ...
20 Touko 20247min
Hume's Problem of Induction
In this episode, we explore David Hume's Problem of Induction and its implication for scientific inquiry, epistemology and causation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20 Touko 202410min
Camus on the Absurd
In this episode, we explore Albert Camus, a pivotal figure in 20th-century French philosophy, who introduced the concept of "the absurd," a fundamental conflict inherent in the human condition. His ph...
15 Huhti 20245min
Epicurus on Death
In this episode, we explore Epicurus, the ancient Greek philosopher who founded Epicureanism, offering a revolutionary view on death that continues to influence modern existential thought. Central to ...
15 Huhti 20245min
Philosophy of Mind
In this episode, we explore the branch of philosophy known as philosophy of mind. We'll discuss famous thinkers on the subject, areas of inquiry as well as important theories. Lastly, we'll talk abo...
28 Maalis 20246min
Foucault on Power
In this episode, we explore Michel Foucault's view of power, which diverge significantly from traditional theories that conceptualize power as a commodity or structure possessed by certain entities (e...
19 Maalis 202410min
Aristotle's Metaphysics
Aristotle's metaphysics, a foundational branch of Western philosophy, delves into the fundamental nature of reality, exploring concepts such as substance, essence, form, matter, and the causes of bein...
11 Maalis 20246min
