From Nowhere to Nothing

Celebration 12.11.2022 1:00:38 ↓

In this episode, we examine the concept of celebration etymologically, compositionally, and contextually.  

Failure 05.11.2022 59:34 ↓

In this episode, we grasp at the amorphous concept of failure: what it is, what it affects, and how it defines us.

Cynicism 29.10.2022 54:42 ↓

In this episode, we explore some of the underappreciated facets of Cynicism.

Plato 08.10.2022 1:02:49 ↓

In this episode, we finally give the titanic philosopher his own show, delving into some of his well-known ideas.

Happiness 02.10.2022 1:02:10 ↓

In this episode, we examine Happiness before comparing and contrasting it with the notion of Satisfaction. 

Sentience 25.09.2022 1:04:45 ↓

In this episode, we grapple with the definition of Sentience by looking at sensation, feeling, intelligence, and anthropology.  

The Kraken 10.09.2022 1:02:47 ↓

In this episode, we explore the monstrous Kraken and the issues and stories that bubble up in it's wake.

100th Episode! Metaphilosophy 04.09.2022 1:38:38 ↓

In this episode, we celebrate our 100th show by reflecting on some of the biggest topics we've covered from a metaphilosophical viewpoint.

Aesop’s Fables 27.08.2022 59:02 ↓

In this episode, we culminate our discussion of Aesop by looking at the character himself, as well as taking a meta-view of the fables ascribed to him.

Aesop’s Humans 21.08.2022 1:11:30 ↓

In this episode, we read some of Aesop's fables regarding humans and gods, examining the good, the bad, the ugly, and the similar...

Aesop’s...Donkey... 13.08.2022 1:09:54 ↓

In this episode, we look at a few of the voluminous stories about...donkeys... in Aesop's collection.  Surprisingly, they tend to be some of the most pertinent and relatable of them all.

Aesop’s Eagle 06.08.2022 1:04:18 ↓

In this episode, we read several fables about the eagle and attempt to expound upon both new and traditional interpretations.

Aesop’s Fox 30.07.2022 1:03:07 ↓

In this episode, we embark on a new series examining some of the most prolific animals in Aesop's Fables, starting with the Fox.

Credibility 09.07.2022 1:03:53 ↓

In this episode, we explore how our ideas about credibility can be different-and even opposed-to what we assume they are.

Verisimilitude 02.07.2022 1:01:38 ↓

In this episode, we look at the implications and consequences of asking whether something can be "truthlike".  

Imagination 18.06.2022 1:11:52 ↓

In this episode, we explore the fanciful and utilitarian aspects of the ubiquitous imagination.

The Hero’s Journey 11.06.2022 1:01:50 ↓

In this episode, we look philosophically at Joseph Campbell, The Hero with a Thousand Faces, and the monomyth.

Obi-Wan Kenobi 28.05.2022 1:07:30 ↓

In this episode, we take a philosophical approach to examining the character of Obi-Wan Kenobi from both cinematic and real-life perspectives.

Spirituality & Religion 21.05.2022 1:00:38 ↓

In this episode, we discuss the similarities and differences between Spiritual and Religious beliefs, focusing on organic development.

Unity 15.05.2022 1:04:28 ↓

In this episode, we look at the problematic concept of Unity in a world of independent objects.

Godzilla! 15.04.2022 1:03:21 ↓

In this episode, we examine the philosophy, history, and story-telling of Godzilla.

Freedom 09.04.2022 1:02:24 ↓

In this episode, we attempt to parse apart freedom, liberty, and the relationships that constitute power dynamics.  

Educational Philosophy 02.04.2022 1:07:50 ↓

In this episode, we talk about how the practice of education is influenced and developed through philosophy.

Humanity 26.03.2022 1:11:34 ↓

In this episode, we attempt to think about what it means to be objectively human.

!War! 19.03.2022 1:08:47 ↓

In this episode, we attempt to define war and look at the myriad philosophical connections it has to humanity's past and present.