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Good Is In The Details is an engaging philosophy and education podcast hosted by Gwendolyn Dolske, Ph.D., and Rudy Salo, exploring the ideas that shape how we think, learn, and live. Blending philosophy, higher education, books, ethics, culture, and critical thinking, the show invites listeners into thoughtful conversations with scholars, authors, and experts from a wide range of disciplines. Each... more

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A farmhouse. A cellar. A growing horde outside. What does George Romero's Night of the Living Dead (1968) have to say about despair, freedom, and what it means to grow up?

In this episode, we're joined by philosopher Lewis Gordon (University of Con... more

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A year ago, a simple question took over TikTok: if you were alone in the forest, would you rather encounter a bear or a man? Women overwhelmingly chose the bear. Some found it funny, some found it offensive, and many missed the point.

In this episo... more

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The First Amendment protects you from the government, not from your boss, your university, or a social media platform. J.P. Messina, philosophy professor at Purdue and author of Private Censorship (Oxford University Press), joins us to untangle what ... more

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How do we build stronger relationships with our children, especially when we're tired, overwhelmed, or simply seeing a situation through adult eyes?

In this special Podapalooza mini-episode, Gwendolyn talks with speech-language pathologist and The ... more

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Lewis Gordon
Philosopher and professor at the University of Connecticut.
University of Connecticut
Episode: Night of the Living Dead (1968) and Existentialism: Horror, Absurdity, and Art
Soraya Chemaly
Journalist, activist, author of All We Want Is Everything
University of California?
Episode: Why Women Chose the Bear (and What It Reveals About Everyday Safety)
JP Messina
Author of Private Censorship, philosophy professor at Purdue University
Purdue University
Episode: What is Censorship: What Isn't and Why Self Censorship May Sometimes Be A Good Thing
Dinalynn Rosenbush
Speech language pathologist, parent coach, host of The Language of Play
The Language of Play
Episode: How To See The World Through Your Child's Eyes
Michael Scarano
Author of Toxic Perseverance, TEDx speaker, medical professional
Author, TEDx Speaker
Episode: To Chill or Not To Chill: When Does Perseverance Become Toxic?
Christian Miller
Philosophy professor and author
Episode: Honest, True, or Authentic? (They're Not the Same Thing)
Jane Borden
Author of Cults Like Us
Episode: Cults, Conspiracy Theories & Critical Thinking: The History America Didn't Teach You
Matthew Facciani
Social scientist and author of Misguided
Episode: Are You Living in an Echo Chamber? The Psychology of Misinformation & Critical Thinking | Matthew Facciani
Nicole Morrison
Author of Growing Up Happy in a Lonely World, a Mixtape Memoir
Episode: Rewind, Play, Repeat: Nicole Morrison on Music, Memory, Coming Out, and Memoir

Hosts

Gwendolyn Dolske
Host of the show; co-host with a focus on critical thinking, philosophy, and thoughtful dialogue.
Rudy Salo
Host of the show; co-host; engages in deep questioning and exploration of philosophy, ethics, and how ideas apply to life and work.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 176 ratings
  • Thought-provoking, timely, and entertaining all at once…

    I love this podcast because it bridges the academic world with the real world, a rare thing in the podcast world. There’s genuine chemistry between Gwendolyn and Rudy. Intelligent conversations are a given, and their choices of topics are always interesting. Bookmark this podcast if you want to be a smarter, well-informed person..

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Venus in red
    United Statesa month ago
  • Pop Culture, Films, Life Lessons and Philosophy All In One Show!

    I’m a lifelong fan of The Big Lebowski, The Godfather, Comic Books, other Films and Philosophy, and GIITD has it all and more. I enjoy the witty conversations that have solid nuggets about a diversity of topics…and how to live better. Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UCLAplayer77
    United States4 months ago
  • Makes you think ,.. and also act!

    I've been fortunate to be a guest on a number of podcasts over the years, and Good Is In The Details is one of my favorites.

    Gwendolyn and Rudy ask truly thoughtful questions. The conversation has a natural flow, with each question building on the last, but they also know when to take an interesting detour and when to bring it back to the main topic ... it never feels forced or scripted.

    What I like most is that they can talk about big ideas ... work, identity, happiness, purpose, philosophy .... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Casey Berman
    United States4 months ago
  • Fascinating variety

    Good is in the details keeps me guessing. It’s fun and keeps me listening. Breathe

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liveinyourbody
    United States5 months ago
  • Quintessential

    My favorite Philosophy Podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vladnottaken
    Belgium5 months ago

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Night of the Living Dead (1968) and Existentialism: Horror, Absurdity, and Art
Q: Would you survive a zombie apocalypse?
Gordon joked that he has a particular set of skills and grew up in the Bronx.
Night of the Living Dead (1968) and Existentialism: Horror, Absurdity, and Art
Q: Do you remember the first time you watched this film? Who introduced it to you? How did you feel about it?
Gordon first saw the film on television in 1972, when he was ten, and remembers recognizing its epic scale, dramatic entrances, and reversal of familiar zombie-film expectations.
What is Censorship: What Isn't and Why Self Censorship May Sometimes Be A Good Thing
Q: What do we mean by First Amendment first, and how does it apply to government vs private actors?
The First Amendment restricts government action; private actors like social media platforms and employers operate outside those constitutional constraints, though they may be influenced by norms, contracts, and policy considerations.
How To See The World Through Your Child's Eyes
Q: What does current science say about how a child's brain regulates emotions during meltdowns?
The immature brain lacks full regulation and impulse control, so parents should respond with calm presence and exploratory support rather than trying to erase the moment through punishment, which leads to longer-term change.
To Chill or Not To Chill: When Does Perseverance Become Toxic?
Q: What exactly is toxic perseverance and how does it show up in high-achieving individuals?
It is a drive born from deep-seated trauma or unmet needs that keeps pushing even when it harms well-being; it creates a gap between outer performance and inner state, and often ties to subconscious patterns.

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6. Christian Miller
7. Jane Borden
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