Metaphysics: A Foundational Overview

John Stuart Mill - About Liberty

On Liberty by John Stuart Mill - http://amzn.to/1P09fNn (affiliate link) =================================================== In this lecture we look at John Stuart Mill's influential work "On Liberty" in which he argues for the importance of individual liberties, especially freedom of opinion and expression. =================================================== Support us on Patreon: http://patreon.com/academyofideas Get the transcript: http://academyofideas.com/2013/08/john-stuart-mill-on-liberty/ =================================================== --- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Why are So Many Men Psychologically Underdeveloped?

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The Psychology of Heroic Action

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Why You Should Work Toward a Meaningful Life, Not a Happy One

Become a Supporting Member (Join us through Paypal or Credit Card) Learn More here ► http://academyofideas.com/members/ **Get access to Membership videos and courses!** === In this video we argue that the pursuit of happiness is a futile endeavor, and that we should aim to live a meaningful life instead. We also explore how to cultivate meaning. === Get the transcript (and art-work) ► https://academyofideas.com/2019/01/strive-for-meaningful-life-not-a-happy-one/ Sign up for our newsletter ► http://academyofideas.com/newsletter/ === Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/academyofideas Bitcoin ► 1P6ntukFENP1nvEf4bJNj3tsDEuiSyUFW6 Paypal ► https://www.paypal.me/academyofideas === Subscribe to us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/academy-of-ideas/id1364706343 === Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Clarence Darrow and Peace Resistance

In this lecture we examine the pacifism of the famous American lawyer Clarence Darrow. We discuss his interesting views on society, war, and the punishment of criminals. =================================================== Support us on Patreon: http://patreon.com/academyofideas Recommended Reading: Resist Not Evil by Clarence Darrow - http://amzn.to/1VjHCQq (affiliate link) Visit http://www.academyofideas.com for more videos, video transcripts and more! =================================================== --- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]