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Philosophize This!

Stephen West
Slavoj Zizek
Anarchism
Philosophy
Marx
Ideology
Noam Chomsky
Critical Thinking
Political Progress
Jacques Lacan
Ídeology
Postmodernism
Capitalism
Byung-Chul Han
Neoliberalism
Stoicism
Anarcho-Capitalism
Psychoanalysis
Hegel
Global Capitalism
Martha Nussbaum

Beginner friendly if listened to in order! For anyone interested in an educational podcast about philosophy where you don't need to be a graduate-level philosopher to understand it. In chronological order, the thinkers and ideas that forged the world we live in are broken down and explained.

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Today we talk about the philosophical themes of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare. We talk about the hypocrisy and false nostalgia of political violence. The ironies of living by a moral ideal like honor. Rhetoric as a site of where... more

Today we talk more about the work of Charles Taylor and his book The Varieties of Religion Today. We look at different answers to a classic question around religious belief. The sociological and structural role that religion plays at any given point ... more

Today we talk about the work of the philosopher Charles Taylor. First, we trace the historical origins of how he views the modern self. From the Greeks to the Reformation. From Descartes to Rousseau. The modern self to him is something "irreconcilabl... more

Today we talk about the book Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. We talk about the mix of Romantic and Enlightenment attitudes and how it leads to problems without the proper oversight. We talk about technology and the responsibility that comes with creati... more

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Recent Guests

Simon Critchley
Philosopher and author, known for his accessible writing on tragedy and its relevance to modern life.
Episode: Episode #212 ... Nietzsche and Critchley on the tragic perspective. (Amor Fati pt. 2)
Peter Singer
Influential philosopher known for his work on ethics, animal rights, and effective altruism.
Episode: Episode #208 ... The moral evolution of a philosopher. (Peter Singer)
Martha Nussbaum
An influential philosopher known for her work on emotions and democracy.
Episode: Episode #207 ... Fear is toxic to a democracy. (Martha Nussbaum)
Yanis Varoufakis
Economist and former Minister of Finance for Greece
Author and economist
Episode: Episode #206 ... Capitalism is dead. This is Technofeudalism. (Yanis Varoufakis)
Michael Sandel
World-renowned philosopher and professor, known for his work on justice and ethics.
Harvard University
Episode: Episode #204 ... The importance of philosophy, justice and the common good. (Michael Sandel)
Phillip Goff
Philosopher and author discussing his book on cosmic purpose
Author of 'Why? The Purpose of the Universe'
Episode: Episode #197 ... New Atheists and cosmic purpose without God - (Zizek, Goff, Nagel)
Thomas Nagel
Philosopher known for his work on consciousness and materialism
Author of 'Mind and Cosmos'
Episode: Episode #197 ... New Atheists and cosmic purpose without God - (Zizek, Goff, Nagel)
Peter Gelderloos
Author of 'Anarchy Works'
Episode: Episode #194 ... Do we really need the police? - Anarchism pt. 3 - (Gelderloos, Security)

Host

Stephen West
Host of Philosophize This!, known for his engaging and educational approach to philosophy, breaking down complex thinkers and ideas for a broad audience.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 63.5k ratings
  • yea!

    pretty good but production value in earlier episodes is a bit weak, random noise and vague thuds in the background

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    trapmoneyciggie
    Netherlands23 days ago
  • All Time Favorite Podcast

    I’ve been listening since 2018, one of the first podcasts I ever listened to and the only one that I still listen to. ROCK AND ROLL!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Agpoon
    United Statesa month ago
  • Perfect

    This podcast is a must for anyone who is interested in philosophy but doesn’t have time to read the thousand page books. It never gets old and teaches something new every episode. Recommend for anyone who has any level of interest in philosophy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lala Luger
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thank you

    I love this podcast ! Than you for all of your enthusiasm and dedication.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Esiomy
    Francea month ago
  • A joy

    Cannot get enough of this pod. Even when the topic disinterest me, the host gets me hooked.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    n0rthleft
    Canadaa month ago

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Episode #216 ... The Self-Overcoming of Nihilism - Kyoto School pt. 1 - Nishitani
Q: What is the relationship between nihilism and death?
The relationship with death is similar to how one might engage with nihilism; both require deep personal reflection and confrontation.
Episode #196 ... The improbable Slavoj Zizek - Part 1
Q: What does Zizek mean when he says everyone's reality is mediated by symbols?
Zizek argues that symbols are essential to simplifying reality for understanding, and that everyone internalizes various ideologies shaped by these symbols throughout their lives. He encourages recognizing the ideological structures that dictate our thinking.
Episode #209 ... Improving our world through applied ethics. (Peter Singer, Katarzyna de Lazari-Radek)
Q: What would you say to that kind of critique of your work, Peter Singer?
Singer argues that societal change has been promised throughout history but has yet to materialize, and emphasizes the undeniable progress made under capitalism.

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