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A podcast where the real philosophy happens.

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"Nostalgia" is a portmanteau coined in 1688 by Johannes Hofer, combining the Greek nostros (homecoming) and algos (pain, ache).  Hofer was a medical student, and he invented this term to describe a kind of melancholia, a somewhat depressive state–- a... more

Bad arguments are nothing new, so why does it appear as if they have become so pervasive in public discourse? 

When we watch so-called "debate" videos with titles like "Conservative professor DESTROYS woke student" or "Liberal pundit OWNS Conservati... more

This week’s episode takes Cory Doctorow’s term “enshittification” and uses it as a diagnostic for late-capitalist life, not just for tech platforms but for democracy, higher education, and work more broadly. Our co-hosts unpack Doctorow’s three-stage... more

Many of us think of resistance as "protest," communicative acts aimed at fighting injustice, and done with others in public. But what happens when that kind of resistance isn’t possible or safe? When showing up, or waving a sign, or making a public s... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Tamara Fakhoury
Philosopher and author of the essay on Quiet Resistance
Episode: Quiet Resistance (with Tamara Fakhoury)
Laura K. Field
Associate with the Illiberalism Studies Program at George Washington University, non-resident fellow at the Brookings Institution, and visiting scholar in residence at American University.
Princeton University Press
Episode: Furious Minds (with Laura K. Field)
Stephen T. Asma
Philosopher at Columbia College, author of works on imagination and evolution.
Columbia College in Chicago
Episode: Imagination (with Stephen T. Asma)
Mark Balaguer
Professor of philosophy at Cal State LA and author known for his work in metaphysics.
Cal State LA
Episode: Free Will (with Mark Balaguer)
Robin James
Philosopher, writer, and editor, currently works as an acquisitions editor at Palgrave Macmillan
Palgrave Macmillan
Episode: How The Manosphere Killed Cool (with Robin James)
Kate Manne
Associate Professor at the Sage School of Philosophy at Cornell University
Cornell University
Episode: Public Philosophy (with Kate Manne)
Ira Allen
Associate professor of rhetoric, writing, and digital media studies at Northern Arizona University.
Northern Arizona University
Episode: Panic Now? (with Ira Allen)
Sean Kirkland
Professor of Philosophy at DePaul University, focusing on ancient Greek philosophy and contemporary continental philosophy.
DePaul University
Episode: Tragic Temporality (with Sean Kirkland)
Talia Mae Bettcher
Performance artist, activist, and philosopher
California State University, Los Angeles
Episode: REPLAY: Trans Philosophy (with Talia Mae Bettcher)

Host

Lee Johnson
Co-host of Hotel Bar Sessions

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 127 ratings
  • First time listening

    I turned in bc I’m a fan of Stephen Asma. I enjoyed the episode, though my knowledge of philosophy is limited. I will definitely listen again, due to the casual, affable nature of the dialogue. Enlightening and fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarastawberry
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great—even for non-philosophers!

    If you want to be entertained and laugh like crazy together with the hosts of this brilliant and truly educational podcast, give it a try.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    monika-polka
    United States3 years ago
  • Discussion among liberal professors

    Liberal professors - say no more. Little traction, no reviews. Time to hang is up and gallop into the sunset.

    Charter schools FTW

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    HaydayRay
    Canada3 years ago
  • Funny & engrossing

    Funny, deeply smart, and full of meaningful, nuanced disagreements. A gift to anyone wanting a deeper take on some of our biggest questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Socrates' Daimonion
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent and accessible

    I don’t really know much about philosophy, but these folks approach the topics in a way that’s accessible but still intellectually engaging. Lots of interesting contemporary topics as well. Recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ollie sparx
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Engaging discussions that are both enlightening and entertaining.
Hosts have a casual demeanor that helps to break down complex ideas.
Reviews mention a relatable handling of intellectual topics, with humor interjected into serious discussions.
Philosophy made accessible and fun for everyone, even those unfamiliar with the subject.

Talking Points

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Nostalgia
Q: How do you see nostalgia playing in politics right now?
Nostalgia plays a significant role in political discourse, often used as a tool for campaigning and shaping ideological narratives.
Nostalgia
Q: What do you think nostalgia is?
Nostalgia is the pain that one feels as one thinks about one's home, often linked to a longing for simpler times.
Quiet Resistance (with Tamara Fakhoury)
Q: How do you keep the category Quiet Resistance from just collapsing back into political resistance in the traditional sense?
It's all about the reasons for action. Quiet Resistance is differentiated from other forms of resistance by its characteristic motivations, which have to do with love for the activity itself.
Quiet Resistance (with Tamara Fakhoury)
Q: Can you tell me a little bit about how we understand the relation between protest and resistance?
Resistance is a much broader category than protest, which is one way that we push back against oppression. Oppression takes many forms, and so too can resistance.
Furious Minds (with Laura K. Field)
Q: What are the last thoughts that you'd want to leave our listeners with about what to do going forward?
We need to do better at speaking about liberalism and recognizing the problem of moral uncertainty in a pluralistic society, building community and articulating liberal values.

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