
Author Nigel Warburton reads from his book Philosophy: The Classics which is an introduction to 27 key works in the history of Philosophy
| Publishes | Infrequently | Episodes | 18 | Founded | 18 years ago |
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Soren Kierkegaard's Either/Or is an oblique but brilliant contribution to philosophy. In this episode of Philosophy: The Classics author Nigel Warburton summarises the book and considers several interpretations of it.
Is it better to be a happy pig or a sad Socrates? John Stuart Mill's Utilitarianism is the topic of this episode of Philosophy: The Classics.
Published in 1859, the same year as Darwin's Origin of Species, John Stuart Mill's On Liberty remains the classic statement of individual freedom. Here I summarise some of its main themes and outline some criticisms that have been made of it.
What is the nature of reality? Why can music be so profound? Are we doomed to suffer or is extended happiness possible? Should we choose a life of asceticism? These are some of the questions that Arthur Schopenhauer addressed in The World as Will and... more
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Mr. Warburton's podcasts are always compelling and informed. However, even when wearing headphones, I sometimes strain to hear his points and have to rewind to hear clearly. Granted, that makes me pay more attention but a tad of corective EQ or volume boost for mobile devices would be much appreciated.
I studied philosophy at uni decades back. These podcasts are a highly accessible and well-presented refresher.
I have the department award from my prep school in Comparative Religions & Philosophies. This review of Kant's epic work is excellent. It is clearly stated & explained. Excellent!
Stop pausing so much!!! I’m falling asleep between sentences here.
Consolation of Philosophy by far my favourite interpretation. Easy to memorise as well.
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