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An 'informal and informative' philosophy podcast inspiring and supporting students, teachers, academics and free-thinkers worldwide. All episodes are available at www.thepanpsycast.com.

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This episode brings together two leading voices in philosophy of religion: William Lane Craig, one of the world's foremost Christian apologists, and Alex O'Connor, one of today's most prominent atheist thinkers.

As they confront the arguments for a... more

"Hey, it's Jack here – I'm still out in the van writing up my travel book. The wind and rain coming down hard in France, as you might hear in the background.

We're recording an old-school show and another interview at the end of the month, which we... more

Hey everyone, it's Jack here. I'm still out in the camper van writing a travel book – I'm really excited to share more on this soon.

At the same time, we've been producing live events and YouTube videos – so there's been a lot going on. We'll be sh... more

Hey, it's Jack here – I'm currently in the snowy hills of Switzerland, recording this from the back of my campervan, so forgive the audio quality. (It won't be like this beyond the introduction.)

I've been busy producing new content for YouTube, wi... more

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Recent Guests

William Lane Craig
Philosopher defending Christian theism, Kalam cosmological argument advocate
Biola? (contextually Craig's own work)
Episode: Episode 158, Live Debate: Alex O'Connor x William Lane Craig
John Nelson
Author of Jesus' Physical Appearance; host at Premier Unbelievable
Premier Unbelievable
Episode: Episode 157, 'Jesus' Physical Appearance' with John Nelson
Jonny Thomson
Philosophy educator and author; guest from Big Think on The Philosophy of Epicurus
Big Think
Episode: Episode 156, 'Epicurus – Worst Philosopher Ever?' with Jonny Thomson
Ed Winters
Earthling Ed, vegan activist and public thinker
Earthling Ed (Earthling Ed movement)
Episode: Episode 155, 'On Veganism' with Earthling Ed
Aribiah David Attoe
Guest, philosopher specializing in African philosophy of religion
University/Research in African philosophy (as discussed)
Episode: Episode 154, 'African Philosophy of Religion' with Aribiah David Attoe (Part II - Further Analysis and Discussion)
Dr. Aribiah David Attoe
Lecturer in philosophy at the University of Witwatersrand
University of Witwatersrand
Episode: Episode 154, 'African Philosophy of Religion' with Aribiah David Attoe (Part I – The Meaning of Life)
Vid Simoniti
Philosopher focusing on aesthetics and ethics
The Panpsycast guest, philosopher
Episode: Episode 153, 'Beautiful Veganism' with Vid Simoniti
José Eduardo Porcher
Assistant Professor of Philosophy at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil, Director of the Spiritual Realities, Relationality and Flourishing Foundation.
Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul
Episode: Episode 151, 'Afro-Brazilian Religions' with José Eduardo Porcher (Part I - Candomblé)
Dr. Marie-Hélène Gorisse
Assistant Professor in Jain Studies at the University of Birmingham and a world-leading expert on Jain philosophy.
University of Birmingham
Episode: Episode 149, 'The Philosophy of Jainism' with Marie-Hélène Gorisse (Part I - Liberation)

Hosts

Jack Symes
Host, co-host; central figure in many episodes; associated with The Panpsycast Philosophy Podcast
John Hawkins
Co-host; long-running presence in discussions; facilitation of interview segments
Jack Simes
Co-host; frequent participant; involved in planning and on-air discussion
Olly Marley
Co-host; known for humorous and approachable delivery; often contributes lighter segments

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Please add Spinoza

    I have listened to almost every podcast, obviously I am a fan. But please do one on Spinoza.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eamon Parker
    United States2 months ago
  • Fish

    I love the intellectual excuses intelligent people come up with for not doing the most ethical thing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    veganman1961
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Fascinating podcast

    Fascinating listen.it’s always curious what intelligent people will believe without any evidence.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    veganman1961
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Amazing podcast!!

    These guys are hilarious and they make philosophy accessible :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Layne 25123
    United States4 months ago
  • Excellent content,

    I only found the show this summer and I’m working my way through the back catalogue, but I find it very well done. If you’re the type of person who has several philosophy podcast in your regular feed, this should be one of them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ersmed
    United States2 years ago

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Episode 157, 'Jesus' Physical Appearance' with John Nelson
Q: Why do the gospels not describe Jesus' physical appearance, and what are the implications for our understanding of Jesus today?
Nelson argues that biographical tradition aimed to present a figure for imitation rather than a physical portrait, and that the omission allows diverse communities to project their own imagery onto Jesus while focusing on his teachings and example rather than his looks.
Episode 155, 'On Veganism' with Earthling Ed
Q: Is there a moral obligation to create life or to bring offspring into existence?
The guests agree there is no moral obligation to create life; the more pressing obligation is to life that already exists and to reduce suffering, though practical transitions like phasing out breeding are discussed as pragmatic steps.
Episode 155, 'On Veganism' with Earthling Ed
Q: Should veganism extend to considerations about humans and human exploitation?
He argues for a broader ethical lifestyle where veganism sits within a wider commitment to minimizing exploitation, while acknowledging that the vegan movement should primarily focus on non-human animals to maintain its clarity and impact.
Episode 155, 'On Veganism' with Earthling Ed
Q: What is the core moral motivation behind veganism according to Ed Winters?
Winters frames veganism as a movement against speciesism that centers on reducing suffering and exploitation of sentient beings, while recognizing the complexity of including humans within the ethical scope and the practical limits of current systems.
Episode 154, 'African Philosophy of Religion' with Aribiah David Attoe (Part II - Further Analysis and Discussion)
Q: What sort of meaning of life could you be assigned and be satisfied with?
A meaning that might come from a balance of social goods and communal harmony, though many argue that even with such ends, meaning could remain elusive given the inevitability of death and the possibility of existential crisis.

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What is The Panpsycast Philosophy Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show runs approachable, lively conversations that take deep dives into traditional and contemporary philosophy, often connecting ideas to culture, politics, and everyday life. Episodes frequently center on ethical questions, metaphysics, epistemology, and the role of philosophy in public discourse, while maintaining humor and accessible explanations. Notable strengths include a wide range of guest experts from theology, African philosophy, Jainism, vegan ethics, and ancient/modern thought, plus a consistent willingness to challenge ideas with provocative questions. Its informal style and clear explanations can be particularly appealing to students, educators, and curious listeners who want rigorous discussion without jargon overload, al... more

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2. John Nelson
3. Jonny Thomson
4. Ed Winters
5. Aribiah David Attoe
6. Dr. Aribiah David Attoe
7. Vid Simoniti
8. José Eduardo Porcher

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