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Philosophy podcast & YouTube channel co-hosted by professors Ellie Anderson & David Peña-Guzmán overthinkpod.substack.com

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Performative males, hustle bros, sissies, and manfluencers. In episode 140 of Overthink, Ellie and David discuss masculinity. What does it mean to be a man, and how has the concept of masculinity changed over time? They look at the male loneliness ep... more

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What does it mean to love thy neighbor? And who counts as a neighbor in the first place? In episode 139 of Overthink, Ellie and David talk about neighbors. They think through the parasocial relationships that hold between us and those who live near u... more

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How did Black Women become magical? In episode 138, Ellie and David talk to Lindsey Stewart about her book, The Conjuring of America: Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women's Magic. They talk about how the concept of ‘conjure’ shifte... more

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Overthink has big news: We are switching over from Patreon to Substack & our episodes moving forward will be released weekly and with video!

While we love our community on Patreon, Substack offers exciting new opportunities for connection, growth an... more

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Recent Guests

Lindsey Stewart
Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of Memphis, author of The Conjuring of America.
University of Memphis
Episode: Black Women's Magic with Lindsey Stewart
Eric Schwitzgebel
Philosophy professor and author
University of California, Riverside
Episode: Weirdness with Eric Schwitzgebel
Barry Lam
Professor of Philosophy at the University of California, Riverside, and the host and producer of Hi-Phi Nation podcast
University of California, Riverside
Episode: Discretion with Barry Lam
Talia Mae Bettcher
Professor of Philosophy at Cal State Los Angeles, founder of the field of trans philosophy, and author of the book Beyond Personhood
California State University, Los Angeles
Episode: Trans Identity with Talia Mae Bettcher
Mariana Alessandri
Associate Professor of Philosophy
University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley
Episode: Dark Moods with Mariana Alessandri
Lewis Gordon
Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor and Global Affairs and Department Head of Philosophy
University of Connecticut
Episode: Black Consciousness with Lewis Gordon
Alexandra Plakias
Associate Professor of Philosophy
Hamilton College
Episode: Awkwardness with Alexandra Plakias
Andy Clark
Professor of Cognitive Philosophy specializing in embodied and extended cognition, artificial intelligence, and computational neuroscience.
University of Sussex
Episode: Predictive Brain with Andy Clark
Noëlle McAfee
Professor of Philosophy at Emory University
Emory University
Episode: Civil Disobedience with Noëlle McAfee

Hosts

Ellie Anderson
Co-host and professor, noted for her engaging approach to philosophy and its connection to everyday experiences.
David M. Peña-Guzmán
Co-host and professor, known for linking philosophical ideas to practical implications in everyday life.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.7k ratings
  • MY FAVORITE SHOW

    it is absolutely an impeccable show that I enjoy so much. I started listening to podcasts because of my insomnia, but this show always intrigues me so much that i listen all the way through before I can sleep😭It’s so great, I love Ellie and David!! I love the diversity of philosophical topics!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Parkdeadcorpse
    United States2 months ago
  • I need a daily episode lol!

    I love Ellie and David! I’m a huuuuge Beauvoir fan and given both their cultural backgrounds and philosophical background I love the prospective that both team mates bring to the call. I’m a late diagnosed neurodivergent and their episodes really help me think (or overthink?) about my place in the world relative to to others. I always take notes and take it to therapy (lol).

    But truly, I love Ellie and David, I want to have a cafe crème with them in Paris or Berlin someday.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KateyRuth
    United States4 months ago
  • if I taught an undergrad philosophy course…

    …which I haven’t (though I have been in one as a “supplemental instructor”)—but if I did, this podcast would def be assigned (or at least highly recommended) listening

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sempervirent
    United States4 months ago
  • Review

    Love your dynamic! Topics are very current and relevant to the contemporary climate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alfred W. Chua
    United States5 months ago
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    Tried to donate, but donation page crashed, then could not be found. Please fix.

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    zenwabi
    United States5 months ago

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Some critiques include the podcast's increasing political commentary, suggesting that it occasionally shifts focus from pure philosophical discussion to personal opinions.
The podcast garners commendations for its intellectual depth while remaining unpretentious and humorous, making philosophy enjoyable and approachable.
Many find the range of topics relevant and thought-provoking, often reflecting current societal issues and personal experiences.
Listeners appreciate the engaging dynamic of the hosts and their ability to make complex philosophical discussions accessible and relatable.

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Black Women's Magic with Lindsey Stewart
Q: In what sense are you using the term magic in the book?
Lindsey talks about various crafts of Black Women and links them to a tradition that includes real rituals and beliefs, as well as a metaphorical absorption by American culture.
Discretion with Barry Lam
Q: Is it that fewer rules improve us morally and we become better when we live in a space of discretion?
Barry believes that fewer rules are necessary for better people, but not sufficient by themselves. He emphasizes the need for moral development alongside the reduction of rules.
Discretion with Barry Lam
Q: What are your views about the value of discretion when it comes to average individuals deciding which rules and laws to follow?
Barry suggests that not only can individuals make those decisions, but they must, emphasizing that citizens should consider whether laws are just or unjust and their moral obligations regarding those laws.
Ecstasy
Q: What does rave culture have to tell us about the link between music, sensation, and ecstasy?
Rave culture exemplifies how music and sensations can enhance ecstatic experiences, with certain musical structures and environments steering participants toward collective ecstatic states.
Ecstasy
Q: Are ecstatic experiences rare or might they be pervasive in our society?
Ecstatic experiences can be both rare and pervasive, depending on the context and individual beliefs; they can manifest in religious practices or modern celebratory settings.

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