
Becoming Human with the philosopher Samuel Loncar is a show for a species in transition. The show features long-form, solo series that bring scholarly depth and academic insights to today's most pressing questions around science, religion, technology, and philosophy. Between these long-form, solo series, enjoy Explorations: journeys into time, culture, art, and history, encountering the mystery of... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 56 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PhilosophySociety & Culture | |||

In this Explorations episode, Yale-trained philosopher and scholar of religion and science, Samuel Loncar, explores the profound philosophical and cultural significance of Mary Magdalene, her role as a symbol of love, wisdom, and transformation, and ... more
Spirit News: A Hegelian Perspective on Current Affairs | | Most people see America as a divided nation struggling to live up to its founding ideals, but what if America's distinct flaws reveal its greatest philosophical potential?
In this episode, ... more
Spirit News: A Hegalian Perspective on Current Affairs| Ep. 3 | A philosopher's take on the news with Yale-trained philosopher, Dr. Samuel Loncar.
In this episode, I explore the transformative impact of social media on traditional news, the foundat... more
Spirit News: A Hegelian Perspective on Current Affairs Philosopher Dr. Samuel Loncar explores the intersection of philosophy and modern news, emphasizing the relevance of Hegelian thought in understanding contemporary society. In the latest episode o... more
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The first three episodes of this podcast completely changed the way I think and answered questions that went unresolved for over a decade.
“How to Become an Individual” is essential listening for anyone on the quest to find their truth in this life.
So glad to see a new $10/month membership option on the website to access more audio courses and a guidebook! Thank you!
I haven’t enjoyed a podcast this much in a long time. The production is simple but the content is incredibly substantial. Having been out of the academic world for a long time, I really enjoyed listening to a lecture in which the topics are engaged deeply and also personally. I love hearing from a philosopher who believes that philosophy matters.
I haven’t enjoyed a podcast this much in a long time. The production is simple but the content is incredibly substantial. Having been out of the academic world for a long time, I really enjoyed listening to a lecture in which the topics are engaged deeply and also personally. I love hearing from a philosopher who believes that philosophy matters.
I just came to this podcast through a dawning interest in Kierkegaard. I've listened to two episodes, and I'm already in love. I haven't been this excited about a podcast in...well, I haven't ever been this excited about a podcast! Thank you so, so much for your generosity, and please continue!
This podcast leans spiritual for the person who approaches philosophy with the supposition philosophy should hinge on the purely logical. I think the first three episodes of this podcast articulate that mistake and discoloring of philosophy maybe best way I’ve ever heard from a living person. This podcast is a treasure to me. I beseech the professor for a podcast examining Simone Weil in the manner he does Kierkegaard. And in any case, to continue.
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Thoughtful, deeply analytic conversations mix philosophy, religion, and culture with current events. Episodes frequently critique mainstream media, explore classical thinkers (Nietzsche, Kierkegaard, Plato), and connect literature and poetry to modern tech and societal questions. Standout moments come from long-form, solo-driven explorations by a philosopher-host and his literary co-presenter, weaving rigorous ideas with accessible discussion. The format often blends intellectual depth with practical reflections on how ideas shape politics, media literacy, and human meaning in the modern era.
Unique strengths include a sustained, scholarly approach to timely topics, a focus on perennial questions about humanity and society, and a bilingual... more
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