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The Free Will Show

Taylor Cyr and Matt Flummer
Free Will
Philosophy Of Religion
Moral Responsibility
Responsibility
Divine Freedom
Agency
John Duns Scotus
Philosophy
Law
Christian Theology
Human Free Will
Time Travel
Criminal Law
Petitionary Prayer
Theology Of Religion
Medieval Philosophy
Contingency
Determinism
Moral Psychology
Grandfather Paradox

Do any of us really have free will? What does it mean to have free will, anyway? Is free will compatible with determinism? Hasn’t science disproved free will? How could we have free will if God exists and foreknows everything that we will ever do? The Free Will Show provides a beginner-friendly introduction to the topic of free will while at the same time exposing listeners to cutting-edge develop... more

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In this episode, we talk with Jesse Coeuenhoven about Augustine’s views on free will, moral responsibility, and predestination.

Jesse's website: www1.villanova.edu/university/liberal-arts-sciences/programs/theology/faculty/biodetail.html?mai... more

In this episode, we talk with Anna Viatkina about Plotinus’s views on freedom and moral responsibility and how they relate to ancient Stoic and contemporary rational abilities views. 

Anna's Google Scholar page: scholar.google.com/citations?... more

In this episode, we talk with Tim O'Keefe about Epicurean and Stoic views of freedom and determinism.

Tim's website: philpeople.org/profiles/tim-o-keefe

Tim's book, Epicurus on Freedom: www.cambridge.org/core/books/epicurus-on-freed... more

In this episode, we talk with Susan Sauvé Meyer about Aristotle’s views on moral responsibility, especially his conception of voluntariness.

Susan's website: philosophy.sas.upenn.edu/people/susan-sauv%C3%A9-meyer

Susan's book: How to Flouri... more

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Anna Viatkina
Postdoc in theoretical atomic physics with interest in philosophy; author of 'The Will for Good, Asymmetric Theories of Freedom and Moral Responsibility'.
Technical University of Braunschweig
Episode: Episode 104: Plotinus with Anna Viatkina
Tim O'Keefe
Professor of Philosophy at Georgia State University, specializing in ancient philosophy and free will
Georgia State University
Episode: Episode 103: Epicureanism and Stoicism with Tim O'Keefe
Susan Sauvé Meyer
Professor of Philosophy at the University of Pennsylvania specializing in ancient Greek and Roman philosophy with a focus on ethics and politics.
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: Episode 102: Aristotle with Susan Sauvé Meyer
Pamela Hieronymi
Professor of Philosophy at the University of California, Los Angeles, specializing in ethics, philosophy of mind, free will, and moral responsibility.
University of California, Los Angeles
Episode: Episode 100: P. F. Strawson’s “Freedom and Resentment” and Ethical Naturalism with Pamela Hieronymi
Chandra Sripada
Theophile Raphael Professor in Psychiatry and Philosophy at the University of Michigan, specializing in ethics and moral psychology.
University of Michigan
Episode: Episode 99: Addiction and Moral Responsibility with Chandra Sripada
Elinor Mason
Professor of Philosophy at the University of California, Santa Barbara, who focuses on feminism, moral responsibility, and ethics.
University of California, Santa Barbara
Episode: Episode 98: Taking Responsibility with Elinor Mason
Wayne Wu
Professor in the Department of History and Philosophy of Science and member of the Center for the Neural Basis of Cognition at the University of Pittsburgh.
University of Pittsburgh
Episode: Episode 97: Intention and Memory with Wayne Wu
Eddy Nahmias
Professor of Philosophy at Georgia State University, known for his work on free will and human agency.
Georgia State University
Episode: Episode 95: Experimental Philosophy and Free Will with Eddy Nahmias
Neal Tognazzini
Professor of Philosophy at Western Washington University
Western Washington University
Episode: Episode 94: Time Travel and Free Will with Neal Tognazzini

Hosts

Taylor Cyr
Co-host known for engaging discussions on free will and philosophical topics, with a focus on accessibility for a broader audience.
Matt Flummer
Co-host with a strong background in philosophy, focusing on complex discussions regarding free will and morality.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 99 ratings
  • Mr Barry

    A wonderful education in an area I’m interested in.

    Very thorough with views from all the experts.

    A great way to learn. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Young Bazz
    Australiaa year ago
  • Awesome Show

    Really love this podcast. I was more of a theology geek before finding it, but since listening I’ve developed a real interest in philosophy. They have great guests to discuss difficult topics. Subjects are always very interesting. Would highly recommend the podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1983AuburnTiger
    United States2 years ago
  • Parker’s Pensées

    This podcast is amazing! I love Taylor and Matt. They are first rate philosophers of free will in their own right as well as philosophy professors. They get amazing guests on and they ask so many of the questions that I want to ask them as well as the questions I’m too dumb to think of. I highly recommend this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Handsome Brother
    United States4 years ago
  • Brilliant Podcast

    An amazing podcast with 2 brilliant scholars working in the field of free will.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucas Hondros
    United States4 years ago
  • Brilliant show

    This is a brilliant show. The format is mainly that a different philosopher chats to the hosts every week on a different aspect of the philosophy of free will. Coming from a non-academic-philosophy background, the discussion is accessible enough to be understood, but also doesn’t “dumb down” the points and arguments, which is greatly appreciated (and often rare). I imagine though it’s equally as fascinating if you are in academia. Many of the issues discussed cut to the heart of problems we expe... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NeonFuture
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Comments highlight the hosts' ability to pose insightful questions that resonate with both academics and interested lay people.
Listeners appreciate the deep engagement with complex topics presented in an accessible manner.
The show's format, featuring expert guests, is viewed positively as it brings diverse and cutting-edge perspectives on free will.
Many express gratitude for the opportunity to learn about philosophical concepts that challenge their understanding of free will and responsibility.

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Episode 104: Plotinus with Anna Viatkina
Q: How does Plotinus define the nature of human beings in relation to freedom?
Anna discusses Plotinus' view of the soul as complex, comprising both rational and non-rational elements, and emphasizes how true freedom relates to the higher rational self connected to the world of forms.
Episode 104: Plotinus with Anna Viatkina
Q: What were some of the historical influences for Plotinus?
Anna explains that Plotinus was influenced by various philosophers, primarily Plato but also Aristotle and the Stoics, blending ideas into his philosophy, particularly during the late Roman Empire.
Episode 104: Plotinus with Anna Viatkina
Q: Could you start by telling us a bit about your work, your yourself and how you came to be interested in working on free will?
Anna describes her interest in philosophy and physics stemming from her exposure to hard science fiction, leading her to study physics, and ultimately discovering her passion for philosophy through historical studies in her academic journey.
Episode 102: Aristotle with Susan Sauvé Meyer
Q: What are some of his most influential ideas?
Two key ideas include the notion of happiness as living a good life and Aristotle's theory of the four causes.
Episode 102: Aristotle with Susan Sauvé Meyer
Q: When did Aristotle live? What philosophers was he influenced by?
Aristotle lived in the 4th century BCE and was influenced by Plato and also served as a tutor to Alexander the Great.

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2. Tim O'Keefe
3. Susan Sauvé Meyer
4. Pamela Hieronymi
5. Chandra Sripada
6. Elinor Mason
7. Wayne Wu
8. Eddy Nahmias

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