Episode 1: Martin Heidegger's Impact on Modern Philosophy | Being and Time Explained
Explore Martin Heidegger's profound influence on modern philosophy in the first part of our three-part series. Discover how 'Being and Time' reshaped our understanding of thought, existence, and the h...
11 Sep 202422min
Simone de Beauvoir: The Ethics of Ambiguity and Feminist Existentialism
Dive deep into Simone de Beauvoir's seminal work, 'The Ethics of Ambiguity,' which laid the foundation for feminist existentialist philosophy. Explore what it means to be human, our anxieties, their s...
4 Sep 202413min
Herbert Marcuse and the Great Refusal: Key Insights from The Frankfurt School
Explore how Herbert Marcuse and The Frankfurt School of Critical Theory significantly influenced 20th-century thought. This episode delves into Marcuse's analysis of new forms of repression post-indus...
4 Sep 202416min
Søren Kierkegaard: Fear and Trembling, Dealing with the Infinite
Explore the depths of Søren Kierkegaard's philosophy on angst, our boundless choices, and the path to becoming moral, free individuals. Dive into how existential anxiety shapes our lives and personal ...
19 Aug 202410min
Slavery in the United States: Contexts and Modern Echoes
Explore the deep and often overlooked contexts of slavery in the United States, from historic convict leasing to modern private prisons. We also delve into the impact of crime bills, mass incarceratio...
15 Aug 202421min
Why Do Some People Hate Elon Musk?
In this episode, we explore the controversial reasons behind why some people have a strong dislike for tech billionaire Elon Musk. We delve into topics such as Bolivia's lithium resources, campaign fi...
13 Aug 202417min
Žižek and Lacanian Psychoanalysis: How to Read Lacan
Dive into the complexities of Lacanian psychoanalysis with Žižek's unique interpretation. Discover how Lacan's intricate language and concepts are decoded and applied in Žižek's philosophical framewor...
9 Sep 202131min
Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels: The German Ideology Explained
In this episode, we delve into 'The German Ideology,' the seminal work by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels. Discover how this text lays the foundation for historical materialism, dialectical materialism...
27 Feb 202126min
