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Think About It

Ulrich C. Baer
Emily Dickinson
Nietzsche
Free Speech
Democracy
Rainer Maria Rilke
Death
Existence
Poetry
Authoritarianism
Identity
Liberal Education
John Milton
Uncertainty
Letters To a Young Poet
Mysticism
Literary Criticism
Politics In Higher Education
Student Protests
Areopagitica
Paradise Lost

Think About It engages today's leading thinkers in conversations about powerful ideas and how language can change the world.

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The speech debates have not abated, and it’s clear that invoking the First Amendment, and the importance of free speech for democracy, does not settle these debates but provokes more questions. We have lost our way, it seems, since people on all side... more

Step into the unsettling world of E.T.A. Hoffmann with translator Peter Wortsman to explore “The Sandman”—a tale that haunted Freud enough to spark his famous psychoanalytic analysis of “The Uncanny,” examining familiar things that unsettle and distu... more

Listen to Ori Gersht speak about his novel Ham’s Heaven (Warbler Press, 2025). Inspired by the true story of the first great ape in space, it explores the friendship of an ape and his trainer to examine what we do with animals in the name of progress... more

What is reliable knowledge? Listen to philosopher Michael Strevens, author of The Knowledge Machine: How Irrationality Created Modern Science, to understand how science discovers the truth. At the current moment, when expertise is under attack and th... more

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Recent Guests

Sharon Cameron
The William R. Keenan Jr. Professor of English Emerita at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Book Talk 65 Emily Dickinson, with Sharon Cameron
Elizabeth Weingarten
An author who specializes in exploring the art of questioning
Episode: Book Talk 64 How to Fall in Love with Questions: A New Way to Thrive in Times of Uncertainty
Ruby Lowe
An author and academic focusing on John Milton and free speech.
State Library of Victoria, Melbourne, Australia
Episode: Free Speech 71: Ruby Lowe on John Milton’s Definition of Free Speech
Michael S. Roth
President of Wesleyan University and author of a trilogy on liberal education
Wesleyan University
Episode: Free Speech 70: Michael S. Roth on the Rise of Student Protests, the Fall of Some College Presidents, and Why Liberal Education Matters
Glenn Wallis
Author and philosopher specializing in Nietzsche's work and its relevance today
Warbler Press
Episode: Book Talk 63: Nietzsche Now! with Glenn Wallis
Stefanos Geroulanos
Author and historian, wrote 'The Invention of Prehistory'
New York University
Episode: Book Talk 62: Stefanos Geroulanos on "The Invention of Prehistory"
Ruth Ben-Ghiat
Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University and MSNBC Opinion Columnist
New York University
Episode: Book Talk 61: Ruth Ben-Ghiat on Threats to Democracy and H.L. Mencken’s "Notes on Democracy"

Host

Uli Baer
Host of engaging discussions with intellectuals and authors, exploring themes in literature, philosophy, and free speech.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 96 ratings
  • Please let your guests speak.

    Just listening to one episode, loved the tone and the breadth of the guest but couldn’t believe how talkative the host was. He hardly let his guest speak, always talking over him. There is an art to a conversation and interviewing missing here, it was very exasperating to listen to the guest speaker trying to complete his ideas.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    EMA-LEC
    Canada3 years ago
  • Always interesting.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    CKirby
    4 years ago
  • Great - One Critique

    This podcast has such fantastic and knowledgeable guests, and I am always in awe of the information they discuss. My one criticism is that the host is not the best listener. He is constantly interjecting, even mansplaining and not letting the guest have space to share their views in an expansive, free, and uninterrupted fashion. Nonetheless, this podcast is fantastic; I just felt it was necessary to share my critique for the show's improvement.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    TAYLORYOURAMAZING74
    United States5 years ago
  • Oui

    Thoughtful + thought-provoking + wonderful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oui/
    United States5 years ago
  • Department of Thoughtfulness

    One of the very best, most searching podcasts on offer

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bringing up Baby
    United States6 years ago

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Some critiques mention that the host tends to dominate the conversation, suggesting improvement in letting guests express their ideas fully.
Overall feedback reflects a strong appreciation for the inquisitive nature and relevance of topics discussed.
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#206
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Book Talk 63: Nietzsche Now! with Glenn Wallis
Q: How do you think Nietzsche can guide us in today's cultural climate?
Nietzsche offers insights on cultivating curiosity and courage, encouraging deeper, more thoughtful engagement with complex issues rather than quick answers.
Book Talk 63: Nietzsche Now! with Glenn Wallis
Q: What motivated you to write this book?
The conversation with Mary Barr about how Nietzsche might be an interesting guide for navigating cultural issues sparked the idea, leading to an exploration of his works.

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The content features rich discussions with prominent intellectuals, scholars, and authors who explore a variety of pressing topics including literature, free speech, and the philosophical underpinnings of contemporary issues. Each episode tends to center on significant literary works or thought-provoking themes that have shaped society, with guests bringing their expertise to the conversation to provide deeper insights. This podcast is particularly appealing to those interested in the intersections of literature, philosophy, and social commentary, making it a valuable resource for listeners who appreciate in-depth analysis and diverse perspectives.

A noteworthy aspect is the podcast's commitment to engaging with both traditional and contem... more

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1. Sharon Cameron
2. Elizabeth Weingarten
3. Ruby Lowe
4. Michael S. Roth
5. Glenn Wallis
6. Stefanos Geroulanos
7. Ruth Ben-Ghiat

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