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The relevant philosophy podcast with Dr Andreas Matthias. 

Discussions with guests, inspiration, knowledge, and advice on how to apply philosophy to everyday life. 

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039. What Is a Good Human Life? Martha Nussbaum on what makes a life truly worth living - Lunchtime Thoughts

April 30, 2024 15:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

Is there one life that is best for everyone, or can different cultures have different standards for what makes a good life? Philosopher Martha Nussbaum has proposed ten capabilities that a fully lived human life should have. In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Read more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: https://dailyphilosophy...

038. The Shoemaker and the General. Aristotle on How to Deal With Adversity - Lunchtime Thoughts

April 23, 2024 15:00 - 7 minutes - 5.45 MB

How can we face adversity in our lives? Aristotle on the value of obstacles for achieving happiness and success. In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at what we can learn from ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle about facing adversity. Things that are dangerous or just annoying and that keep us from realising ou...

037. Rational Selfishness - Lunchtime Thoughts

April 16, 2024 15:00 - 9 minutes - 6.58 MB

 In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at what we can learn from ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle about acting to promote our benefit while still benefiting others. These two are often seen as incompatible with each other. But are they?  Listen to this episode to find out! Read more on the topic here on Daily ...

036. Staying Young - Lunchtime Thoughts

April 09, 2024 15:00 - 12 minutes - 8.72 MB

In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at what we can learn from ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle about making new experiences in life. Often, we are reluctant to challenge ourselves, to try out new things. Why would this be a problem? Listen to this episode to find out! Read more on the topic here on Daily Phi...

035. Aristotle on the Variety of Human Experiences - Lunchtime Thoughts

April 02, 2024 15:00 - 13 minutes - 9.58 MB

 In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at what we can learn from ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle about making new experiences in life. Often, we are reluctant to challenge ourselves, to try out new things. Why would this be a problem? Listen to this episode to find out! Read more on the topic here on Daily Ph...

034. Aristotle on Work and Family - Lunchtime Thoughts

March 26, 2024 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.54 MB

 In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at what we can learn from ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle about work-life balance. What is the real value of a better, more lucrative job? Listen to this episode to find out! Read more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: https://daily-philosophy.com/how-to-live-an-ar...

033. How Much Are Our Goals Worth? - Lunchtime Thoughts

March 19, 2024 15:00 - 11 minutes - 7.95 MB

 In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at Aristotle's ideas about what goals in life are valuable. Often, we will pursue goals that make us unhappy or miserable. But how can we distinguish worthy from unworthy goals? Listen to this episode to find out! Read more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: https://dai...

032. Involuntary Heroes, Accidental Saints. Author Catherine Greene on her Book "The Red Hairband"

October 27, 2023 11:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MB

Do you love science fiction and philosophy? Professor Catherine Greene, author of the post-apocalyptic novel “The Red Hairband”, sits down with us to discuss the future, medicine, pregnancy, time travel, freedom, and the ideal society. A fascinating and enlightening conversation that you don’t want to miss! Get the book here: https://amzn.to/3s5jEBP More from Daily Philosophy: https://dailyphilosophy.substack.com  All assets, including music, licensed from Envato Elements.

031. Free Speech and Twitter

January 11, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MB

In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss their different takes on what free speech means and what its limits should be. How far should the freedom of speech go? Should speech be regulated by law? And is "free speech absolutism" (Elon Musk) a good thing? Send us your comments and replies by email to [email protected] and we'll talk about them in the next episode! Join us for your regular dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife...

030. Is Watching True Crime Immoral?

December 15, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 56.6 MB

In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the allure and ethics of True Crime shows. Why do we watch True Crime stories when we wouldn't want to actually be caught in a real crime? What makes True Crime shows attractive? And are we doing anything bad when supporting True Crime productions? Send us your comments and replies by email to [email protected] and we'll talk about them in the next episode! Join us for your regular dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://da...

029. Deep and Balanced Virtues - Lunchtime Thoughts

November 23, 2022 12:00 - 9 minutes - 6.72 MB

In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at virtues, as ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle understood them. Virtues like kindness or courage are good properties of character, but does it matter if we have only some or all of them? Listen to this episode to find out! Read more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: ...

028. Can We Control Our Emotions? - Lunchtime Thoughts

November 15, 2022 06:00 - 8 minutes - 6.12 MB

In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at emotions. It seems like emotions can always get in the way of our intentions to behave right. Greed, love, anger seem to make moral behaviour difficult if not impossible. But can we control our emotions? Read more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: https://daily-philo...

027. Abolishing Work

November 08, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MB

In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the anti-work movement. Its proponents see work as an instrument of domination, and the abolishment of work as the only way to a free and happy society. But can we really live without working? And what would this look like? Come and discuss with us! Send us your comments and replies by email to [email protected] and we'll talk about them in the next episode! Join us for your regular dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://d...

026. What Is a Virtuous Person? - Lunchtime Thoughts

October 26, 2022 01:00 - 9 minutes - 6.58 MB

In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at what it means to be a good, virtuous person for Aristotle. Far from being outdated and only of historical interest, you will see that Aristotle’s thoughts are still incredibly relevant and can directly help us live happier and more fulfilling lives today. Read more on the ...

026. What Is a Virtuous Person?

October 26, 2022 01:00 - 9 minutes - 6.58 MB

In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at what it means to be a good, virtuous person for Aristotle. Far from being outdated and only of historical interest, you will see that Aristotle’s thoughts are still incredibly relevant and can directly help us live happier and more fulfilling lives today.

025. What is Philosophy? - Lunchtime Thoughts

October 18, 2022 02:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MB

A new series here on Accented Philosophy! In addition to the discussion episodes, we now bring you shorter episodes on particular topics from philosophy and everyday life. Look out for the episodes marked in the title as "Lunchtime Thoughts". Just long enough for a bit of thoughtfulness during your lunchtime break! This time: What is Philosophy? Read more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: https://daily-philosophy.com/what-is-philosophy-in-simple-words/ Brought to you by https://daily...

024. Quietly Quitting Work

October 11, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MB

In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the trend of quietly quitting work: doing what's required in one's contract and nothing more. For many, this is the only answer to a job that is exploitative, meaningless and empty. But is quietly quitting really the best way to reclaim our lives? Come and discuss with us! Send us your comments and replies by email to [email protected] and we'll talk about them in the next episode! Join us for your regular dose of Daily Philosophy! Bro...

The Ethics of OnlyFans and online sex work

October 21, 2021 13:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the recent debate about OnlyFans and whether online sex work is better or worse than conventional prostitution. What exactly are the moral problems of sites like OnlyFans, and how can and should this kind of work be regulated and controlled? Join us for your weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:00:57 What is OnlyFans? 00:04:22 Shoul...

023. The Ethics of OnlyFans and online sex work

October 21, 2021 13:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the recent debate about OnlyFans and whether online sex work is better or worse than conventional prostitution. What exactly are the moral problems of sites like OnlyFans, and how can and should this kind of work be regulated and controlled? Join us for your weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:00:57 What is OnlyFans? 00:04:22 Shoul...

Beauty discrimination in online media

October 13, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

Beauty discrimination online In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss beauty in online media and whether it is discriminatory to prefer beautiful actors and presenters in video material. Are we doing something morally bad when we watch Youtubers we find attractive? Should attractiveness have no influence on our viewing habits? Or are we free to watch whom we like?  Listen to find out! Please note that this episode begins with a different topic, "online prostitution," but we get stuck on ...

022. Beauty discrimination in online media

October 13, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

Beauty discrimination online In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss beauty in online media and whether it is discriminatory to prefer beautiful actors and presenters in video material. Are we doing something morally bad when we watch Youtubers we find attractive? Should attractiveness have no influence on our viewing habits? Or are we free to watch whom we like?  Listen to find out! Please note that this episode begins with a different topic, "online prostitution," but we get stuck on ...

021. Is prostitution morally right?

October 08, 2021 11:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MB

Is prostitution morally right? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the ethics of prostitution, from issues of public health to exploitation and jobs that take over our bodies. Should we regulate sex work and how should we do it? Is the enforced sexual abstinence of priests comparable as a violation of sexual freedom to the job of a sex worker? Listen to find out! Join us for your weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Mi...

Is prostitution morally right?

October 08, 2021 11:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MB

Is prostitution morally right? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the ethics of prostitution, from issues of public health to exploitation and jobs that take over our bodies. Should we regulate sex work and how should we do it? Is the enforced sexual abstinence of priests comparable as a violation of sexual freedom to the job of a sex worker? Listen to find out! Join us for your weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Mi...

020. Are some countries objectively better than others?

September 29, 2021 14:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MB

Are come countries objectively better than others? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy finish their discussion of moral relativism. If we don't want to be relativists, what ways are there to know whether one country or system is better than another? Join us for your weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:01:16 Utilitarianism and consequentialism 00:05:17 Is there a “mistaken” ...

Are some countries objectively better than others?

September 29, 2021 14:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MB

Are come countries objectively better than others? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy finish their discussion of moral relativism. If we don't want to be relativists, what ways are there to know whether one country or system is better than another? Join us for your weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:01:16 Utilitarianism and consequentialism 00:05:17 Is there a “mistaken” ...

What makes a good country?

September 22, 2021 08:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

How bad is North Korea as a state? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss moral relativism and whether we can say that one society is "better" than another. Is the US better than North Korea? In what way? Is there an objective way to judge the "goodness" of a society? Join us for your weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:06 Is there non-rational...

019. What makes a good country?

September 22, 2021 08:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

How bad is North Korea as a state? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss moral relativism and whether we can say that one society is "better" than another. Is the US better than North Korea? In what way? Is there an objective way to judge the "goodness" of a society? Join us for your weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:06 Is there non-rational...

018. Moral relativism: Can we disagree about what's right?

September 15, 2021 06:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MB

Moral relativism In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss moral relativism: the idea that other cultures may have their own values and moral rules that are different from ours. Do we have to respect them even if we disagree with them, or can we demand that all humans share some basic, common values? Join us for your weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:01:14 What is mora...

Moral relativism: Can we disagree about what's right?

September 15, 2021 06:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MB

Moral relativism In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss moral relativism: the idea that other cultures may have their own values and moral rules that are different from ours. Do we have to respect them even if we disagree with them, or can we demand that all humans share some basic, common values? Join us for your weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:01:14 What is mora...

Meritocracy and discrimination

August 31, 2021 15:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

Meritocracy and discrimination In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy continue their discussion of meritocracy. Do we really deserve the lives we have? And are we providing enough chances to those who need them? Join us for a weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:00:37 The paradox of meritocracy 00:02:28 Random selection 00:04:11 Should universities be so expensive? 00:04:40 Sho...

017. Meritocracy and discrimination

August 31, 2021 15:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

Meritocracy and discrimination In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy continue their discussion of meritocracy. Do we really deserve the lives we have? And are we providing enough chances to those who need them? Join us for a weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:00:37 The paradox of meritocracy 00:02:28 Random selection 00:04:11 Should universities be so expensive? 00:04:40 Sho...

Meritocracy: Do we deserve our lives?

August 24, 2021 15:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

Meritocracy: Do we deserve our lives? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the idea that hard work (as well as laziness) eventually get their just rewards and that, therefore, people deserve the lives they have.  But is this true? Or do we all just rely on luck to achieve the positions in life that we have? Join us for a weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:00:24 Wha...

016. Meritocracy: Do we deserve our lives?

August 24, 2021 15:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

Meritocracy: Do we deserve our lives? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the idea that hard work (as well as laziness) eventually get their just rewards and that, therefore, people deserve the lives they have.  But is this true? Or do we all just rely on luck to achieve the positions in life that we have? Join us for a weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:00:24 Wha...

015. Sports and Society

August 18, 2021 17:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

Sports and Society In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the ethics of sports in general. From whether sports benefit populations to drugs, doping and the problems of nationalism, it is surprising how many interesting moral issues are caused by sports! Join us for a weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:00:44 Do the Olympics promote sports in society? 00:01:25 Are big s...

Sports and Society

August 18, 2021 17:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

Sports and Society In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the ethics of sports in general. From whether sports benefit populations to drugs, doping and the problems of nationalism, it is surprising how many interesting moral issues are caused by sports! Join us for a weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:00:44 Do the Olympics promote sports in society? 00:01:25 Are big s...

014. The Ethics of the Olympic Games

August 10, 2021 15:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MB

The Olympic Games In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the ethics of the Olympics. From environmental problems to the protection of underage athletes, the Olympic Games cause a number of ethical problems that are worth discussing. Join us for a weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:01:28 The cost of the Olympics 00:05:34 The infrastructure argument 00:07:24 The “white ...

The Ethics of the Olympic Games

August 10, 2021 15:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MB

The Olympic Games In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the ethics of the Olympics. From environmental problems to the protection of underage athletes, the Olympic Games cause a number of ethical problems that are worth discussing. Join us for a weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:01:28 The cost of the Olympics 00:05:34 The infrastructure argument 00:07:24 The “white ...

013. Human Autonomy

August 04, 2021 00:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MB

Human autonomy In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy ask what autonomy really is. What does it mean to be "free"? Are drug addicts free? And what is unique about human beings? Join us for a weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:01:47 What is unique about humans? 00:06:39 Is everybody special? 00:08:51 Deontological ethics 00:09:27 Uniqueness and dignity 00:14:08 Are religious ...

Human Autonomy

August 04, 2021 00:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MB

Human autonomy In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy ask what autonomy really is. What does it mean to be "free"? Are drug addicts free? And what is unique about human beings? Join us for a weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:01:47 What is unique about humans? 00:06:39 Is everybody special? 00:08:51 Deontological ethics 00:09:27 Uniqueness and dignity 00:14:08 Are religious ...

Technology and Freedom

July 28, 2021 01:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MB

Technology and Freedom In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy ask how technology affects our freedom. Are we free to choose particular technologies? Are we free to reject them? And is democracy powerful enough to deal with technology? Join us for a weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:01:52 What is technology? 00:02:21 Gutenberg's printing press (~1440) and its effects 00:02:45...

012. Technology and Freedom

July 28, 2021 01:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MB

Technology and Freedom In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy ask how technology affects our freedom. Are we free to choose particular technologies? Are we free to reject them? And is democracy powerful enough to deal with technology? Join us for a weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:01:52 What is technology? 00:02:21 Gutenberg's printing press (~1440) and its effects 00:02:45...

Work, Leisure and Fulfilment

July 21, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MB

Work, Leisure and Fulfilment In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy continue their discussion of topics from E. F. Schumacher's famous 1973 book "Small is Beautiful". We unpack the main theses of the book that relate to the effects of technology on work, leisure and meaning and look whether they are still valid 50 years later. Join us for an hour-long dose of your Daily Philosophy and explore with us one of the most influential books of the 70s. Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com....

011. Work, Leisure and Fulfilment

July 21, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MB

Work, Leisure and Fulfilment In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy continue their discussion of topics from E. F. Schumacher's famous 1973 book "Small is Beautiful". We unpack the main theses of the book that relate to the effects of technology on work, leisure and meaning and look whether they are still valid 50 years later. Join us for an hour-long dose of your Daily Philosophy and explore with us one of the most influential books of the 70s. Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com....

Small is Beautiful - Economics as if people mattered

July 13, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MB

Small is Beautiful - Economics as if people mattered In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss E. F. Schumacher's famous 1973 book "Small is Beautiful". We unpack the main theses of the book and look whether they are still valid 50 years later. Join us for an hour-long dose of your Daily Philosophy and explore with us one of the most influential books of the 70s. Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:01:31...

010. Small is Beautiful - Economics as if people mattered

July 13, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MB

Small is Beautiful - Economics as if people mattered In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss E. F. Schumacher's famous 1973 book "Small is Beautiful". We unpack the main theses of the book and look whether they are still valid 50 years later. Join us for an hour-long dose of your Daily Philosophy and explore with us one of the most influential books of the 70s. Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:01:31...

009. Deep Ecology

July 06, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MB

What is Deep Ecology? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss Deep Ecology. What is it, where does the idea come from, and is it always clear what the theory demands of us? Join us for an hour-long dose of your Daily Philosophy and explore with us the philosophical issues surrounding deep ecology. Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:00:11 Deep ecology 00:00:36 Shallow and deep ecology 00:02:33 Anthrop...

Deep Ecology

July 06, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MB

What is Deep Ecology? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss Deep Ecology. What is it, where does the idea come from, and is it always clear what the theory demands of us? Join us for an hour-long dose of your Daily Philosophy and explore with us the philosophical issues surrounding deep ecology. Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:00:11 Deep ecology 00:00:36 Shallow and deep ecology 00:02:33 Anthrop...

008. Nudges - The Hidden Influencers

June 30, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MB

Nudges - The Hidden Influencers In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss nudges, hidden, often subconscious forces that try to steer our decisions. What really are nudges? What is the relationship of nudges to freedom of choice and human autonomy? Are nudges making us unable to navigate our own decisions? Join us for an hour-long dose of your Daily Philosophy and explore with us the philosophical issues surrounding human decision-making. Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. M...

Nudges - The Hidden Influencers

June 30, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MB

Nudges - The Hidden Influencers In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss nudges, hidden, often subconscious forces that try to steer our decisions. What really are nudges? What is the relationship of nudges to freedom of choice and human autonomy? Are nudges making us unable to navigate our own decisions? Join us for an hour-long dose of your Daily Philosophy and explore with us the philosophical issues surrounding human decision-making. Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. M...

007. What is Anarchism?

June 22, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MB

What is anarchism? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss anarchism. What does the word really mean? What is the relationship of anarchism to liberalism, free markets and the visions of communism? And is an anarchist state compatible with personal freedom and flourishing? Join us for an hour-long dose of your Daily Philosophy and explore with us the philosophical issues surrounding anarchism and the ideal society. Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Mic...