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Philosophy Talk: Select Episodes

Philosophy Talk
Moral Philosophy
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Simone Weil
Music
Iris Murdoch
Mary Midgley
American Republic
Trolley Problem
Authoritarianism
Philippa Foot
Philosophy Of Music
Civil War
Emma Goldman
Attention
Suffering
Literature
Emotion
Abortion
Hypatia Of Alexandria
Political Violence

"The program that questions everything -- except your intelligence." Philosophy on the radio? You've got to be kidding? Well, sometimes we do (kid, that is). Mostly we look at today's important ideas with an eye to thinking them through. Philosophy Talk is a weekly, one-hour radio series. The hosts' down-to-earth and no-nonsense approach brings the richness of philosophic thought to everyday subje... more

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Recent Guests

Kathryn Sophia Belle
Founding director of the Collegium of Black Women Philosophers.
Collegium of Black Women Philosophers
Episode: Anna Julia Cooper
Jennifer Bain
Professor of Musicology and of Gender and Women's Studies
Dalhousie University
Episode: Hildegard von Bingen
David Chalmers
Professor of Philosophy at NYU and author of 'Reality+, Virtual Worlds and the Problems of Philosophy'
New York University
Episode: This Week: Are We Living in a Simulation?
Edward Watts
Professor of History at UC San Diego and author of Hypatia, The Life and Legend of an Ancient Philosopher.
University of California, San Diego
Episode: Hypatia of Alexandria
Andrew Kania
Professor of Philosophy at Trinity University and author of Philosophy of Western Music, A Contemporary Introduction
Trinity University
Episode: What Is Music?
John Hacker-Wright
Professor of Philosophy at the University of Guelph and author of several books on Philippa Foot's moral philosophy.
University of Guelph
Episode: Philippa Foot
Mary Midgley
A renowned philosopher known for her work on human nature and ecology.
Episode: Mary Midgley
Eva-Maria Düringer
Professor of Philosophy at the University of Tübingen and author of Evaluating Emotions
University of Tübingen
Episode: Iris Murdoch
Elizabeth Harman
Professor of Philosophy at Princeton University and author of the forthcoming book, When to Be a Hero.
Princeton University
Episode: Judith Jarvis Thomson

Hosts

Josh Landy
Co-host of Philosophy Talk; engages in deep philosophical discussions with a focus on clarity and accessibility.
Ray Briggs
Co-host of Philosophy Talk; co-leads discussions that explore complex ideas with practical framing.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Much Needed!!

    This show really makes you think in the best of ways. Thank you to all and RIP to Professor Taylor.

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Hildegard von Bingen
Q: What are some of the criticisms of women's roles in the church that Hildegard highlighted?
Hildegard believed the church was too worldly and that priests should be more focused on God.
Emma Goldman
Q: What would Goldman have had to say about free speech in the age of the Internet?
Goldman would advocate for no limits on free speech and encourage independent thought among individuals.
Emma Goldman
Q: Why did she think that?
Goldman believed that focusing solely on suffrage was misguided and that meaningful change required broader actions beyond just voting.
Anna Julia Cooper
Q: How can we organize in a way that doesn't leave anybody behind?
Cooper emphasized the importance of community, suggesting that marginalized groups cannot rely on their oppressors for liberation and must fight against oppression while supporting each other.
Anna Julia Cooper
Q: What was Cooper's main insight about education?
Cooper believed that everyone, especially Black women, should have access to a liberal education as it enables them to reach their highest potential and contribute significantly to society.

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The show consistently tackles big questions in ethics, epistemology, history, and culture through accessible dialogue that bridges academic rigor with everyday relevance. Recent episodes illuminate a wide range of topics—from the roles of women in philosophy and historical figures to the nature of music and the possibility of living in a simulation—often featuring scholars who bring specialized expertise to lively, thoughtful conversations. The format favors a thoughtful, non-dogmatic style, with guests who provide deep, well-sourced perspectives while keeping complex ideas approachable for a broad audience. A standout is the blend of historical scholarship and contemporary ethical inquiry, offering listeners both context for classic debate... more

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