I Think, Therefore I Fan Podcast
72 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThis podcast discusses philosophical themes in pop culture.
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The Last Part of This Title Was Written by ChatGPT: Beyond Human—Exploring the Intersection of AI and Animal Intelligence
March 06, 2023 15:11 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBIn this final episode of Season Nine we discuss sentience, technology, and environmental ethics. We also put enough food for thought on the table to stave off the singularity for at least an additional three weeks. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.comElectro Zombies https://www.purple-planet.com
What’s It All About, Burt?
February 17, 2023 20:27 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIn this episode we tackle that most famous of all philosophical questions: What is the meaning of life? Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Sense of Loss https://www.purple-planet.com
Wednesday’s Child has Nowhere to Hyde!
January 22, 2023 20:34 - 33 minutes - 31.2 MBIn this episode we discuss some of the fun metaphysical topics that arise from the Addams Family offshoot, Wednesday. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Gothic Horror https://www.purple-planet.com
A Hero Ain’t Nothing but a Sandwich (or Possibly a Four-Dimensional Space-Time Worm)!
November 03, 2022 00:36 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBIn this episode we discuss some of the fun metaphysical and ethical topics that arise in superhero stories. We may also fight a little crime, save the planet, and keep our (personal) identities hidden from an unsuspecting public. "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Relaxing Ambient Scene https://www.purple-planet.com
“This Story is Gonna Be Sensational(ized)!”
October 24, 2022 01:26 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBIn this episode we discuss ethical and aesthetic topics related to the ways in which True Crime programming presents stories about serial killers. "Attack of the Mole Men" and “Exhilarate” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License. http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com In Pursuit https://www.purple-planet.com
Hey Ho, Let’s Phi
September 29, 2022 01:44 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBIn this episode we host a round table discussion with Patrick Anderson, Gwen Grewal, George Dunn, Timothy Kwiatek, Tiffany Montoya, Bailie Peterson, Jesse Prinz, and Marty Sulek as they discuss their chapters in Richard’s latest book, Punk Rock and Philosophy. Richard’s co-editor, Josh Heter, joins us as co-host for this episode. "Attack of the Mole Men" and “Exhilarate” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/lice...
Once (or Twice) Upon a Time in Russia!
September 19, 2022 18:51 - 45 minutes - 42.2 MBIn this episode we take a look at the clever temporal happenings in the Netflix series Russian Doll. "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Sabre Dance https://www.purple-planet.com
Moon Knight, Feels Right!
August 31, 2022 18:22 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBIn this first episode of season 9 we take a look at the variety of philosophical themes in Marvel’s Moon Knight, get people caught up on what we've been viewing since our last episode, and enjoy some funky music. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License. http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Funk City https://www.purple-planet.com
The End is (Not) Near!
January 19, 2022 23:29 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBIn this final episode of season 8 we take a philosophical look at immortality as it appears in pop culture. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Infinite Ocean https://www.purple-planet.com
It’s A Wonderful Life in Some (not all that) Close Possible World!
December 17, 2021 19:06 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBIn this episode, we take a philosophical look at holiday movies. It’s that wonderful time of year when we celebrate all the good things in life by imagining how great things would be if magic were real, we could have everything we wanted, and if woodland creatures could talk. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-p...
True Crime and Punishment
November 23, 2021 00:36 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBIn this episode, we take a philosophical look at the whole true crime phenomenon (podcasts, radio programs, television shows, etc.). Time permitting, we might even investigate a few philosophical crimes, such as the Kripke/ Marcus affair, Wittgenstein’s poker, that time my friend from grad school told a bunch of people that a famous philosopher plagiarized his work, the hit job Bertrand Russell did on all of philosophy in his A History of Western Philosophy, that sham of a trial involving Soc...
Something Wicked My Way Comes!
October 30, 2021 02:13 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBIn our annual Halloween episode (sometimes there are more than one!) we talk about a staple of the modern horror genre: the evil things one does following one around forever. On the face of it this seems like a good thing (although perhaps not so much for the one being followed). Upon closer inspection, it’s not so clear. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/license...
The Calamari Ring of Gyges
October 13, 2021 01:08 - 3 BytesIn this episode we discuss a variety of philosophical topics related to the Netflix series Squid Game. Along the way we complain about rich people and offer some interesting rankings and comparisons. "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Cat and Mouse https://www.purple-planet.com
Old MacDonald Told a Joke
September 30, 2021 17:07 - 3 BytesIn this episode we mourn the passing of comedian Norm MacDonald as we discuss the philosophy of comedy. Plato and Camus walk into a bar... Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Plucky Comedy https://www.purple-planet.com
Am I Losing Me?
September 14, 2021 01:00 - 3 BytesIn this episode we discuss philosophical issues at the intersection of personal identity and death. As Billy Joel is want to say “Don’t go changing.”The papers we allude to in the episode can be found in Exploring the Philosophy of Death and Dying edited by Michael Cholbi and Travis Timmerman. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz ht...
Hell is Other Rich People
August 26, 2021 03:15 - 46 minutes - 43.1 MBIn this first episode of Season 8 we take a look at some of the more noteworthy philosophical themes found in a couple of recent television limited series: The White Lotus and Nine Perfect Strangers. This episode promises to be so intense that you will need two spa days and an afternoon on a yacht to recover. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat...
To Boldly Go Where No Franchise Has Gone Before
June 28, 2021 21:47 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBIn this episode we do a season wrap-up where we reflect on the past year’s events and look at some philosophical models of what the future might look like. We are also coming “live” from the 2021 meeting of the Popular Culture Association (this is the fourth installment of a multi-episode series). We talk to David LoConto about some of his favorite points of intersection between philosophy and pop culture. We discuss (among other things) the latest installment in the Star Trek franchise—Disco...
From the PCA: Oh To Be Virtually Influential!
June 14, 2021 17:07 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBIn this episode we are coming “live” from the 2021 meeting of the Popular Culture Association (this is the third installment of a multi-episode series). We talk to a couple of prominent scholars, Gwendolyn Dolske and Randy Jensen, about some of their favorite points of intersection between philosophy and pop culture. We discuss (among other things) social media, the good life, and living in a virtual world. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licens...
From the PCA: The Pumpkin King’s Gambit!
May 29, 2021 01:32 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBIn this episode we are coming “live” from the 2021 meeting of the Popular Culture Association (this is the second installment of a multi-episode series). We talk to a couple of prominent scholars, Jason Murphy and Siobhain Lash, about some of their favorite points of intersection between philosophy and pop culture. We discuss (among other things) the Queen’s Gambit and the Nightmare Before Christmas. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed unde...
From the PCA: Plagues, Video Games, and Spaghetti in the Bathtub!
May 14, 2021 20:20 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBIn this episode we are coming “live” from the 2021 meeting of the Popular Culture Association (this is the first installment of a multi-episode series). We talk to a couple of prominent scholars, Ed Cameron and Jennifer McMahon, about some of their favorite points of intersection between philosophy and pop culture. We discuss (among other things) the films of Harmony Korine, Sartre’s No Exit, Camus’s The Plague, and the online game Among Us. Just doing our part to keep things light and positi...
For Hume the Bell Tolls!
April 23, 2021 22:22 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this episode we talk about David Hume’s thoughts on miracles and beliefs as they apply to that ugliest of pop culture phenomenon: the conspiracy theory. Along the way we visit a couple of underground pizza parlors, talk with some lizard people, and dare Bill Gates to just try tracking our whereabouts. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cart...
A Selfie is Worth about 25 Words
April 09, 2021 21:04 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MBIn this episode we talk about challenges to living an authentic life in light of some recent trends on social media. We address the timeless question: can someone truly be in bad faith if they are like really photogenic? Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Up Your Street https://www.purple-planet.com
Canceled Like Socrates
March 25, 2021 21:54 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBIn this (our 50th!) episode we talk about cancel culture as a pop culture phenomenon. We look a bit at the history of cancel culture and discuss the ethics of it. In the end we unwisely refrain from canceling ourselves. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Slow Dissolve https://www.purple-planet.com
(Wanda)Visions of Theseus
March 11, 2021 01:00 - 41 minutes - 38.6 MBIn this episode we talk about the myriad of philosophical issues raised in the MCU limited television series WandaVision. Along the way we discuss a number of really fun topics such as regret, life’s really devastating choices, death, existential dread, and the ship of Theseus. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purp...
Birds, Moon Landings, and Other Things that Are Not Real
December 04, 2020 21:22 - 35 minutes - 33 MBIn this episode we talk about the philosophical aspects of conspiracy theories, especially as they are found in pop culture. Along the way we fake a moon landing, rig an election or two, and try, but fail, to make birds real again. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Maelstrom https://www.purple-planet...
Who Ya Gonna Call?
November 20, 2020 02:04 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBIn this episode we talk to philosopher Jamie Watson about his new book, Expertise. Along the way we talk about the portrayal of experts in pop culture, and re-establish that philosophers are the ultimate authorities on everything (see: Plato, philosopher kings). Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Proj...
The Doctor (of Philosophy) is In!
November 06, 2020 17:17 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBIn this episode we talk to philosopher Ian Olasov about his Ask a Philosopher project and book. We discuss all things public philosophy, and Ian shares some terrific stories. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Feelin’ Good https://www.purple-planet.com
A Vote for Philosophy is a Vote for The Good Life
October 22, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBIn this episode we interview philosopher and political candidate Randy Auxier. We discuss elections as pop culture as well as elections in pop culture. As a bonus we save democracy, while establishing the rule of philosopher kings, by voting early and voting often. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com B...
It’s Good to Be the (Philosophical) King
October 08, 2020 21:42 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBIn this episode we resume our tradition of devoting at least one episode each October to philosophical themes in horror. This year’s Halloween episode discusses philosophical themes in the works of Stephen King. Tune in to see if we take a Shining Stand on anything of just leave IT at that. Music in the Episode:"Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https:/...
Invasion of the Body Swappers
September 24, 2020 03:03 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBIn this episode we talk with philosopher Nathan Nobis about personal identity thought experiments. Along the way we split a few brains, swap a few minds, and transport a few bodies to Mars. You can find some of the resources we discuss in this week’s episode here: https://www.nathannobis.com/2020/09/personal-identity.html and here: https://1000wordphilosophy.com/ Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0...
Just Another Word for Nothing Left to Lose
September 14, 2020 22:32 - 54 minutes - 50.4 MBIn this episode we talk about topics related to the great free will debate as it makes its way into pop culture. Along the way, fail to make any choices, and eventually reject the Principle of Alternate Podcasts. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Cobwebbed https://www.purple-planet.com
A Virus Walked into a Schoolhouse…
August 27, 2020 02:00 - 57 minutes - 53.2 MBIn this episode we discuss COVID-19, changes in education, and the educators in pop culture (shout out to those who get the Mr. Dixon reference). This is the only thing left in the universe that isn’t coming by way of a Zoom meeting. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Evolving Plans https://www.purpl...
A Plague in All Our Houses
April 23, 2020 23:09 - 35 minutes - 33.1 MBIn this final episode of Season 5 we discuss the coronavirus as pop culture. Along the way we discuss ethics, the environment, existentialism, and stoicism. Mostly, we just chastise those who fail to practice social distancing. Music in this episode:"Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Deadlock https://www.purple-planet.com
Lyra, a Spyglass, and Bears, Oh My!
April 09, 2020 20:07 - 32 minutes - 30 MBIn this episode we discuss a variety of philosophical themes in Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy. Along the way we sort out all the pertinent philosophical questions pertaining to God, souls, possible worlds, epistemology, the afterlife, and, just for the heck of it, time travel (even though it is not part of the story). Music in this episode:"Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.or...
Tractatus Feline-Exoticus
March 26, 2020 19:59 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBIn this episode we discuss a number of interesting philosophical topics raised by the Netflix documentary Tiger King. While the discussion is fresh, topical, and lively, the highpoint of the episode is the segment in which Rachel gives herself a mullet. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Low Down D...
Cheating Death!
March 13, 2020 02:44 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBIn this episode we discuss the great (and recently departed) Max Von Sydow. In particular we take a close look at the many existential themes in The Seventh Seal. Along the way we provide some strategy tips for winning at chess, such as don’t tell the grim reaper that you are planning on using a secret knight/bishop combination. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.o...
Dude, I Think We Might Be in a Cave
February 28, 2020 02:16 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBIn this episode we ask some important contemporary philosophers about their favorite philosophical thought experiments as they appear in pop culture. We interview Mark Doorley, Alan Tomhave, and Devon Belcher. Along the way we sort out most of the main problems in philosophy, hijack a trolley, dismantle (and reassemble) some ships, and enter an experience machine. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution...
All My Friends are Dead, but I’m a Real Boy!
February 13, 2020 12:21 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBIn this episode we discuss the series finale of The Good Place. This episode is particularly spoiler-heavy, so download now, but don’t listen until you are caught up (unless you don’t mind spoilers, in which case you deserve to end up in the medium place at best). "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purple-planet.com Goodbye Rain https://ww...
And The Phil-Oscar Goes To…
January 31, 2020 02:31 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBIn this episode we discuss the most philosophical movies of 2019. It’s the philosophical Academy Awards! We interview some young philosophers (Joe Brownlow, Ella Clemens, Kimm Lindquist, Kramer McCausland, and Noah Wilcock) on their favorite philosophical movies of all-time. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Fat Cartoon Jazz https://www.purpl...
A Womb of One’s Own
January 15, 2020 00:02 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBIn this episode we discuss philosophical issues in Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale. We interview philosophers Charlene Elsby, Leigh Kolb, and Trip McCrossin, each of whom contributed a chapter to Rachel’s recent book The Handmaid’s Tale and Philosophy: A Womb of One’s Own. Time permitting will consider the topic, couture in Gilead: fashion crimes or ahead of its time. [Note: if you are worried about spoilers for The Testaments, we’ve purposely not discussed it this episode. You are sa...
I’m Looking for the Monkey Who Shot my Paw
October 30, 2019 01:56 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBThis episode is the second of two in which we look at philosophy in horror films. This week are looking at contemporary horror films. In particular, we discuss the metaphysics of things that are haunted or cursed, slashers, and possessed gadgets. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Gothic Horror https://www.purple-planet.comFat Cartoon Jazz h...
It’s a Mad Mad Mad Mad (Scientist) World
October 22, 2019 11:37 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBThis episode is the first of two in which we look at philosophy in horror films. This week we are looking at classic horror films. In particular, we discuss philosophical issues raised by the mad scientist trope. We also reanimate a few bodies, swap their personalities through teleportation, and hypnotize a handful of mutants for good measure. . Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://...
Some People Call Me Maurice
October 15, 2019 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MBIn this episode we take up the question of just what makes someone a villain. Does our conception of what constitutes a villain jibe with our commonsense intuitions about when people are morally responsible and when people should get a pass for otherwise bad behaviors? On a related note, we take a look at some of pop culture’s most infamous “evil” clowns. Music in this episode:"Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License...
From the SFPC: Aliens, Arrivals, Augmentations, and Alerts
October 08, 2019 08:00 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBThis is the second of two episodes where we interview folks who presented at the Science Fictions, Popular Cultures Conference. In this one we talk to Jerold J. Abrams and Elizabeth Cooke. Music in this Episode:"Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Electro Zombieshttps://www.purple-planet.com Fat Cartoon Jazzhttps://www.purple-planet.com
From the SFPC: Guerilla Science and Angry Fandoms
October 01, 2019 07:00 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBThis is the first of two episodes where we interview folks who presented at the Science Fictions, Popular Cultures Conference. In this one we talk to Tim Slater, Stephanie Slater, and Greg Littmann. Music in this episode:"Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/The UFO Files https://www.purple-planet.com Fat Cartoon Jazzhttps://www.purple-planet.com
A Guy Walks into a Tomb…
September 25, 2019 03:42 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBIn this episode we take on the questions of why death is bad, whether immortality would be good, and whether heaven would contain the Backstreet Boys. We also ask some students whether they would opt to know the time and circumstances of their deaths in advance, if they could. Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Possessed Dollhttps://www.purple-p...
Fantastic Friends and Where to Find Them
September 18, 2019 01:35 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBIn this episode we talk to Professor Jim Okapal (who suggested the title of this episode) about Aristotle, friendship, science fiction, and fantasy. In our discussion Jim elaborates on some of the ideas he developed in his essay “'In Search of ...' Friendship: What We Can Learn from Androids and Vulcans" (in The Ultimate Start Trek and Philosophy: The Search for Socrates edited by Kevin S. Decker and Jason T. Eberl). Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetec...
Honey, the Computer Is Trying to Take over the World Again!
September 10, 2019 13:25 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBITTIF is back with season 4 (episodes released weekly). In this episode we discuss technological dystopias (along with some good old fashioned run of the mill quotidian dystopias). Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/In Pursuithttps://www.purple-planet.comFat Cartoon Jazzhttps://www.purpleplanet.com
Spoiler Alert! (It’s an Episode about the Philosophy of Spoilers)
June 18, 2019 13:09 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBIn this final episode of Season Three we discuss Richard's new book, which is on the philosophy of spoilers. After four episodes of interviews from the annual meeting of the Pop Culture Association, we are back to our regular format: we have a listener musing and discuss what we've been liking of late in Pop Culture (one astute viewer called this segment Siskel and Q*Bert). Music in this episode: "Attack of the Mole Men" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By At...
From the PCA: What The Orville gets Right
June 04, 2019 14:11 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this episode we are again coming “live” from the annual meeting of the Popular Culture Association (this is the final installment of a four-part series). We talk to some prominent scholars of philosophy and pop culture (David Kyle Johnson, Mike Berry, and Chris Ketcham) about some of their favorite intersections of philosophy and pop culture. We discuss (among other things) The Orville, consciousness, and Maurice Merleau-Ponty. We also make a really bad pun about Orville Wright in the tit...