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 Maj 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 Maj 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 Apr 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 Apr 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 Mars 20246min
Confucius' Moral Philosophy
In this episode, we look the moral philosophy of one of the most influential thinkers in history, Confucius. We'll discuss his key concepts of Ren, Li and Junzi, his influence on Asian society and c...
28 Mars 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 Mars 20246min
