
Peter Adamson teams up with Jonardon Ganeri, Chike Jeffers, and Karyn Lai to represent the philosophical traditions of ancient India, Africa and the African diaspora, and classical China. Website: www.historyofphilosophy.net.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 253 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CulturePhilosophy | |||

How is it possible to walk two roads simultaneously? And where does wandering lead us?
Why does the Zhuangzi tell us that death is nothing to fear, to the point that it recommends celebrating the death of loved ones?
How are we to make sense of the different images of Kongzi (Confucius) in the Zhuangzi?
In addition to sages who show us the way, the Zhuangzi features people taking on daily activities such as woodworking and butchering: we discuss how these figures serve as counterpoints to officials in the Zhuangzi’s time.
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Excellent, life-changing!
The most accessible introduction to Chinese philosophy and the ways it’s interpreted today I’ve listend to.
Hi Peter, can’t find these episodes. Any hope?
I’ve been listening to this podcast from the beginning and it has been of the highest order—which should be expected of anyone familiar with the History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps.
A great resource for anyone trying to break away from the exclusivity and tunnel vision of the traditional western mindset
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The content focuses on the rich philosophical traditions of ancient India, Africa, and China, exploring their distinct perspectives and interconnections. Listeners can expect in-depth discussions on influential philosophies, including the Zhuangzi and key concepts embedded in Buddhism and Jainism, alongside profound insights from African philosophical thought. The unique blend of topics highlights the podcast's aim to promote a deeper understanding of non-Western philosophies and their relevance in contemporary discourse.
What sets it apart is its interdisciplinary approach, combining narratives and theoretical explorations while weaving in historical context and contemporary relevance. The engaging format, along with the hosts' expertise,... more
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