Beyond the Text: The Intellectual Historian's Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Uncover the minds of the medieval era in this week's episode of Beyond the Text. Embark on an epic journey through time as we explore the brilliance of medieval scholars. Augustine and Aquinas, our intellectual heroes, seamlessly bridged ancient wisdom with Christian thought. From City of God to Summa Theologica, witness how they shaped medieval philosophy. While Augustine re...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for the concluding segment of our exploration into the profound ideas of Jean-Jacques Rousseau on Beyond the Text: Thinkers. In this episode, we'll delve into two of Rousseau's most influential works – The Social Contract and Emile, or On Education. In The Social Contract, Rousseau challenges us to scrutinize the role of modern states in our lives, famously procl...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Beyond the Text: Thinkers, where we delve deep into philosophical ideas. In this episode, we explore Jean-Jacques Rousseau's Second Discourse and his Discourse on Inequality. In the first part, we examine the allure and perils of freedom, cautioning against its unbridled pursuit as Rousseau likens it to intoxicating elements. Explore his unique stance on democracy...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Beyond the Text: Thinkers, a special edition hosted by Samuel Woodall, offering a unique exploration of intellectual history. In this episode, we dive into the profound ideas presented in Rousseau's First Discourse, challenging prevailing Enlightenment beliefs. Rousseau's critical perspective on the 'Age of Reason' questions the authenticity of virtu...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Beyond the Text: Thinkers. Join us today as we embark on the first part of our journey through the (counter-)Enlightenment philosophy of Jean-Jacques Rousseau. In "Rousseau Part 1: Characteristics, Contracts & Confessions," we delve into Rousseau's profound influence on political philosophy, the Romantic movement, and modern democracy. Explore with us...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Episode 3, Part 2 of Beyond the Text, where we embark on a captivating journey through the annals of history and philosophy. In this installment, we delve into the profound wisdom of Confucius as revealed in his "Analects." Join me as we explore the timeless insights of Confucius, unraveling the layers of virtue, morality, and the importance of authenticity. T...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Beyond the Text! Join your host, Samuel Woodall, for an enriching exploration of the classics in part one of "All the Classics." In this episode, we delve into the timeless wisdom of Plato, dissecting 'Crito' and 'The Republic,' Book One. Embark on a journey through contractarianism, justice, and the pursuit of the "good life," un...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Beyond the Text Episode 2, where we dive deep into the fascinating realm of intellectual history! Join me as we unravel the distinct approaches of Quentin Skinner and Michel Foucault, two luminaries who have reshaped our understanding of the past. Skinner's genealogical approach takes us on a journey through historical origins and the evolution of ideas, challengin...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Beyond the Text, where intellectual history comes alive! In our inaugural episode, we delve into the core principles of this captivating field. Join us as we pay homage to the insightful teachings of Professor Richard Whatmore and embark on a journey into the renowned 'Cambridge School' of intellectual history. In this episode, we highlight the significance of...