Philosophy Pod

Girard on Mimetic Desire

In this episode, we explore René Girard's concept of mimetic desire, which posits that human desires are imitative, influenced by observing and emulating others, leading to rivalry and conflict. This idea is central to his interdisciplinary work, which explores how mimetic desire underpins social dynamics, violence, and the scapegoat mechanism. Despite criticisms of being overly deterministic and lacking empirical evidence, Girard's theory remains influential in understanding human behavior and cultural phenomena. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Hume's Problem of Induction

In this episode, we explore David Hume's Problem of Induction and its implication for scientific inquiry, epistemology and causation. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Camus on the Absurd

In this episode, we explore Albert Camus, a pivotal figure in 20th-century French philosophy, who introduced the concept of "the absurd," a fundamental conflict inherent in the human condition. His philosophy asserts that life is devoid of intrinsic meaning, yet humans instinctively seek order and purpose, leading to an inevitable clash with the indifferent universe. Camus' exploration of the absurd challenges individuals to embrace this tension without resort to false hopes, advocating for a life of integrity and defiance despite existential uncertainties. Support the Show. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216511/support] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Epicurus on Death

In this episode, we explore Epicurus, the ancient Greek philosopher who founded Epicureanism, offering a revolutionary view on death that continues to influence modern existential thought. Central to his philosophy is the assertion that "death is nothing to us." For Epicurus, this was not a mere dismissal of life's value but a profound statement about the nature of existence and non-existence. He argued that all sensations, including pain and pleasure, are rooted in experience; since death signifies the end of all sensory experience, it should not be feared.  Support the Show. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216511/support] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Philosophy of Mind

In this episode, we explore the branch of philosophy known as philosophy of mind.  We'll discuss famous thinkers on the subject, areas of inquiry as well as important theories.  Lastly, we'll talk about the important implications of this field and its future development.   Support the Show. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216511/support] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.