Drunken Philosophy

The time has come for more discussion of time! This week, Connor and Dan dive back into the giant butter dish of time theory. Specifically, the growing block universe theory and something funky called Serialism. Also discussed: the logistics of Home Alone, what animals are ok to boil, and history's most popular president, TAFT.

It took a lot more effort and a lot more time than usual, but Connor and Dan have put another satisfactorily recorded podcast in the books. These week, they discuss consequentialism and some of it's many forms, including negative consequentialism which ironically may have more positive results. Also discussed: the Battlefield video game franchise, Dan's expensive sex toy collection, and the long r...

Connor couldn't record this week so you're old uncle Dan sat down to record an extra special solo ep just for you. This week, we're discussing Jean-Paul Sartre's essay "Anti-Semite and Jew" which unfortunately has a very timely application these days. There aren't a whole lot of jokes in this ep, just some good, old-fashioned philosophy and a lot of audio that will one day be cut together to make...

And we're back! After missing a week, Connor and Dan are back to talk about bees, ants, police, and game theory. But this ain't frivolous bug talk. This is a serious exploration of how to avoid corruption in complex societies. Very serious. Also, we're drunk. Apologies for Connor's mic this week, which is explained in the episode, but things should be back to normal next week. Enjoy!

It's that spooky special time of year again when the ghosts and ghouls come out to play. That's right, it's time to watch Black Mirror. Oh, and also Halloween. This week Connor and Dan discuss some episodes from the third season of Black Mirror (available on Netflix) and the philosophical implications of simulated realities therein. There be spoilers in this ep so beware! 

Time to Blaise it up! This week Connor and Dan discuss French philosopher, mathematician, and all around genius Blaise Pascal. In addition to being what Connor called "a fuck-ugly guy with a hunchback," Pascal is responsible for some pretty interesting writing on Christian faith. Also in this episode: Some really great ideas for Spencer's Gifts t-shirts. Enjoy!

In the unofficial part three of their discussion on knowledge and epistemology, Connor and Dan explore the other side of the coin, specifically the virtuous side. Sometimes it's better to become a person who can know things rather than understand what things you should know. You know? If not, just listen to the podcast. Also, hear Dan fretting about the debate and Connor talk about Ancient Aliens....

This week your hosts are going with the flow as they take a deep dive into the philosophy and religion of Taoism (or Daoism if you're a stickler). Connor and Dan take some broad swipes at the differences between Eastern and Western society, and ponder what it would be like to live a slower, more relaxed life like Lao Tzu. Also discussed: Connor's rap battles on Chatroulette, Zombie movies, and get...

This week Dan is partially handicapped by a case of the flu, but that's not going to stop your hosts from discussing the nihilistic egoism of Max Stirner. He's a relatively unknown philosopher who's looking out for number one and not afraid to say it. He's also a meme, which is...weird. Also discussed this week: Force Awakens reviews, Elon Musk is a weirdo, and more!

You were promised a part 2 so here's you're part 2! This week, Connor and Dan continue their discussion from a few weeks ago about the problems encountered when trying to define knowledge. Clearly, the JTB system doesn't work, so what about Causal Theory or Reliabilism? Want to know what all those words mean? Listen to the pod you dummy! Also this week: an insane number of tangents into all sorts...

Ever wanted to hear a podcast that was all about another podcast? Well you're in luck! This week Connor and Dan are discussing Sam Harris' appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience (a meeting of Dan's two least favorite minds!) and they're talking about super computers and the future and all sorts of stuff to make you feel scared. Also, chickens are dumb and nerds will be the death of us. All that an...

As they say in New Jersey: Fo'Gettier 'bout it! Or something like. This week we're talking about Gettier Problems which are specific examples in epistemology (which Dan mispronounces) in which our definition of knowledge doesn't hold up. So we gotta get a new one! If that doesn't make sense, listen to the episode and learn something. Also, Connor and Dan swap snow stories and talk about terrible c...

What is that feeling when you're confronted with something so awesome, so immeasurably huge and intimidating that you have to listen to "Santeria" on repeat? That's the Sublime. And that's what we're talking about on today's ep. It's a concept in aesthetic philosophy and it's a bit difficult to describe, but you know when you see it. Other topics discussed include VR Everest, the amount of space i...

Featuring special guest Sean Fissel! As the election draws nearer, this podcast can't help but get political. So this week, Connor and Dan are discussing the darling of the fiscally conservative and champion of the free market, Ayn Rand. Specifically her philosophy Objectivism and why we hate it. Speaking of objective, this podcast isn't that, so if you really love Ayn Rand or libertarianism you m...

What is justice? What does a just society look like? Is it based completely around Dungeons & Dragons and beer? Probably not! This week, Connor and Dan are discussing Plato's Republic, AKA the philosopher's guide to fascism. There's guardians, there's working class stiffs, there's philosopher kings. This republic has it all, baby! Also, Connor has a disturbing breakthrough about his past experienc...

Why isn't philosophy more like science? What would we gain and what would we lose? Who let all these nerds into our cool club? This week we're discussing Logical Positivism, a popular movement in America in the 1950s which sought to cut the bullshit out of philosophy. Also, Dan drinks a homemade Manhattan, Connor screws up his diet on the first day, and they both debate the state of modern journal...

(WARNING: Connor's audio is pretty terrible but Dan sounds like an angel. Apologies to fans of Connor or haters of Dan.) This week Connor and Dan asked themselves what makes a person. What makes us worthy of moral consideration? How has rights? Can you kiss corpses? Probably not. Actually, definitely not. But the specifics of what exactly makes someone a "person" can be murkier than you think. Som...

Welcome to a very special double episode of Drunken Philosophy! This week Connor and Dan are taking a little break from their intense philosophical studies to discuss a terrible movie they both watched— the 1994 video game masterpiece Double Dragon. And boy is there a lot to talk about here. It's not what you would call a smart movie but it sure is intellectually challenging, specifically because...

Connor and Dan discuss the film Double Dragon for some reason.

Connor and Dan discuss the philosophy of Nietzsche. 

Connor and Dan discuss the ethics of bestiality. 

Connor and Dan discuss the philosophy of the categorical imperative.

Connor and Dan discuss some thought experiments.

Connor and Dan discuss some thought experiments.

Connor and Dan discuss the philosophy of Judith Butler.