The Ben Wood Johnson Podcast

This podcast discusses the notion of human freedom. Dr. Johnson argues that there is no freedom to be had. Men live in a state of perpetual bondage. Freedom is a feel-good notion, which is nowhere tangible. To learn more about human freedom, grab a copy of Dr. Johnson's recent book about the subject.

Ce podcast souligne la nature conflictuelle du terme anti-racisme. Le Dr Ben Wood Johnson parle de la complexité de la notion de racisme. Il n'est pas facile de mettre une étiquette sur certains comportements, que certains pourraient considérer comme racistes. Il faut faire preuve de prudence. Le terme antiracisme est une distraction d'un problème grave dans la société américaine. Cela diminue l'i...

After the death of an African American (George Floyd) by a Minneapolis Police Officer (Derrick Chauvin), there has been a debate about police brutality in America. In this podcast, Dr. Ben Wood Johnson notes that brutality is the nature of the police itself. Police institutions are designed to be brutal. Police officers are trained to be brutal. Most often, Dr. Johnson argues, racism is not the ca...

Este podcast describe la naturaleza divisiva del término antirracismo. El Dr. Ben Wood Johnson habla sobre la complejidad de la noción de racismo. No es fácil poner una etiqueta a ciertas conductas, que algunas personas podrían considerar racistas. Hay una necesidad de precaución. El término antirracismo es una distracción de un problema grave en la sociedad estadounidense. Disminuye la importanci...

This podcast outlines the divisive nature of the term anti-racism. Dr. Ben Wood Johnson talks about the complexity of the notion of racism. It is not easy to put a label on certain conducts, which some people might consider racist. There is a need for caution. The term antiracism is a distraction from a serious problem in American society. It diminishes the importance of a serious conversation, wh...

This podcast points out a difference between the term anti-racism and the term anti-fascism. Dr. Ben Wood Johnson talks about the need to be cautious when determining which conduct is which. He argues that anyone could be a racist. However, a fascist does not have to be a racist. Let us listen!

This podcast examines the dangerous nature of the term "Anti-racism." Dr. Ben Wood Johnson discusses the implications of allowing individuals to become race vigilantes. He argues that racism is a serious issue. We should take it seriously. Let us listen!

In this podcast, Dr. Ben Wood Johnson discusses the implications of staying-at-home orders. He discusses the potential implications of government actions for civil liberties. Dr. Johnson argues that we must be cautious not to infringe on individual rights in the name of public safety. He points out that staying-at-home orders are not sustainable in the long run. Let us listen!

In this podcast, Dr. Ben Wood Johnson discusses the nature of human survival. He argues that survival is a personal experience. Every living entity on planet earth must survive. But sometimes, survival is not possible in a particular milieu. In this case, the being must find viable means to survive elsewhere. Dr. Johnson talks about the concept of survival from a personal standpoint. Let us listen...

In this podcast, Dr. Ben Wood Johnson continues his discussion about the extent of the Coronavirus in society. In this installment, Dr. Johnson reflects on the omnipotence of men in the natural. He talks about freedom or the lack thereof because of the pandemic. Dr. Johnson argues that because of the disease, some are taking advantage of the vulnerability of men to confine them even more. Dr. John...

Understanding the Concept of Time (Part 3) Clarification This is a bonus entry that clarifies the recent podcast (TBWJP043). This is to explain further the nature of time. Let us listen!

This podcast is a tribute to the human species. In this entry, Dr. Ben Wood Johnson encourages human beings to thrive to survive. So far, the Covid-19 has claimed the lives of many. Dr. Johnson urges the human species not to despair. Let us listen!

Understanding the Concept of Time (Part 4) In this entry, Dr. Ben Wood Johnson wraps up his monologue about the concept of time. The argument is that present understandings about time are based on subjective viewpoints. But there is more to time than meets the human eye, Dr. Johnson argues. Time is the essence of the universe itself. Everything exists because of time. As a result, time is the foun...

Understanding the Concept of Time (Part 3) This podcast expands on the notion of time. The common belief is that time is a linear continuum.  It comes from the past (Point A), merges into the present (Point B), and goes to the future (Point C). Dr. Ben Wood Johnson refutes that understanding. The argument presented in this entry is that time is not linear. Rather, time is erroneously understood. T...

Understanding the Concept of Time (Part 2) This podcast continues in our discussion about time. This session elaborates on the notion of time as a subjective understanding of the nature of time itself. Dr. Ben Wood Johnson explains how human perceptions about time are limited to a human capacity to grasp what is readily available in order to understand time itself. Dr. Johnson argues that there is...

Understanding the Concept of Time (Part 1) This podcast is a departure from other entries. This session discusses the notion of time. Here, Dr. Ben Wood Johnson reflects on the link between time and beingness in general. Dr. Johnson refutes the notion that time is trifurcated in the past, the present, and the future. Dr. Johnson argues that time is unitary. It is a constant. Time is a burst. Let u...

What makes a man hate another man? This podcast discusses the reason people are likely to succumb to hatred. In this entry, Dr. Ben Wood Johnson talks about personal experience as a reason people hate one another. If we do not keep ourselves in check, Dr. Johnson argues, we are likely to treat others in a way that might incite them to hate us. Let us listen!

What it means to be evil? This podcast discusses the notion of evil in the world. In this entry, Dr. Ben Wood Johnson talks about the nature of good versus bad. He delineates nuances between being righteous and being evil. Dr. Johnson argues that the world is not black or white. Rather, the world is black and white. Let us listen!

This podcast is part of a series about education. In this entry, Dr. Ben Wood Johnson highlights the works of Jean-Jacques Rousseau. Dr. Johnson examines Rousseau as a great philosopher in human history. He explores some of the views Rousseau echoed about the role of education in society. Let us have a listen!

This is the final installment in a series of podcasts about the role of experience in education. In this entry, Dr. Ben Wood Johnson examines the notion of social control in education. He echoes John Dewey's understanding about the need for a balance in our approach to education. It is unlikely that society would be able to function without control mechanisms. However, there is also a need to allo...

This is the fifth installment in a series of podcasts about the role of experience in education. In this entry, Dr. Ben Wood Johnson examines the notion of experience. He delineates the nuance John Dewey makes between continuity and interaction. The argument is that the individual must be allowed to experience the world on his own. Let us have a listen!

This is the forth installment in a series of entries about education. In this Podcast, Dr. Ben Wood Johnson talks about John Dewey's approach to experience in education. The Podcast examines the degree to which experience is a feature of a traditional approach to education, as opposed to a trademark of a more progressive approach. Dr. Johnson notes that experience is important. However, it should...

In this Podcast, Dr. Ben Wood Johnson talks about education from the perspective of a contemporary philosopher. He examines the dichotomy between a traditional view of education and a progressive approach. He relates John Dewey's concerns as to the usefulness of a progressive approach without taking into account aspects of the traditional contingency. Dr. Johnson outlines Dewey's concerns when it...

In this Podcast, Dr. Ben Wood Johnson talks about education a little further. He explores the concept as a means of coercion. Dr. Johnson argues that education is not supposed to teach the person how to be in society. Rather, it should teach the person how to learn about the world. Education should teach the person how to find the self in the world. Education should be a discovery and not a means...

In this Podcast, Dr. Ben Wood Johnson talks about education. He examines the concept in context. Education is a complex issue. Various philosophers have examined the concept. Yet, there is no consensus as to the meaning of the term. In this installment, Dr. Johnson outlines his understanding about the purpose of education in society. Have a listen!