Description (podcaster-provided):
Hi-Phi Nation is philosophy in story-form, integrating narrative journalism with big ideas. We look at stories from everyday life, law, science, popular culture, and strange corners of human experiences that raise thought-provoking questions about things like justice, knowledge, the self, morality, and existence. We then seek answers with the help of academics and philosophers. The show is produced and hosted by Barry Lam of UC Riverside.Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Philosophy in story-form • Law and morality • AI and machine learning • Cultural and ethical debates • Creative arts • Social justice • Technology and society • Personal identity • Political philosophyThis podcast, titled "Hi-Phi Nation," merges philosophy with narrative journalism to explore complex and thought-provoking topics. The show is hosted by Barry Lam from UC Riverside, who delves into a myriad of issues that push the boundaries of conventional philosophical inquiry. Episodes address topics such as justice, knowledge, morality, and existence, often illustrated through stories from everyday life, culture, and unexpected experiences. A recurring theme is the investigation of philosophical dimensions in contemporary technology, including the influence of artificial intelligence in music, the role of algorithms in policing, and virtual relationships with AI chatbots.
Listeners will encounter explorations of traditional philosophical themes, such as the nature of self and personal identity, as well as contemporary issues like effective altruism, gig economy ethics, and feminist prosecution in the criminal justice system. The podcast delves into societal and legal structures, like the implications of pay algorithms and the nature of punishment, offering insights from philosophers, historians, and other specialists.
Further episodes tackle metaphysical and ethical questions through engaging narratives, including niche discussions on monsters in philosophy and hypothetical futures in a "zoopolis." Philosophical discussions are seamlessly intertwined with stories about real-world applications and hypothetical scenarios, often assisted by experts and academic voices. The podcast's scope spans cultural analyses, ethical debates, and existential inquiries, aiming to illuminate philosophical questions embedded in both the mundane and the extraordinary facets of life. Through its diverse themes and topics, "Hi-Phi Nation" provides a unique space for listeners to engage with philosophical issues that resonate with modern-day challenges and existential dilemmas.
Episodes: |
Rise of the Music Machines 2023-May-16 53 minutes |
Effective Altruism and its Critics 2023-May-09 61 minutes |
The Problem with Gig Work 2023-May-02 54 minutes |
Love in the Time of Replika 2023-Apr-25 53 minutes |
Living in a Zoopolis 2023-Apr-18 47 minutes |
The Digital Future of Grief 2023-Apr-11 57 minutes |
Season 6 Trailer 2023-Apr-04 1 minute |
Cannibals 2022-Feb-12 37 minutes |
Zombies 2022-Jan-22 37 minutes |
Vampires 2022-Jan-08 41 minutes |
Memorials 2021-Dec-18 53 minutes |
Life, Edited 2021-Dec-04 44 minutes |
Hi-Phi Nation Presents: Decoder Ring, The Alberta Rat War 2021-Nov-27 44 minutes |
The Selfless Kidney Donor 2021-Nov-20 45 minutes |
The Man of Many Worlds IV 2021-Nov-06 41 minutes |
The Man of Many Worlds III 2021-Oct-30 50 minutes |
The Man of Many Worlds II 2021-Oct-23 42 minutes |
The Man of Many Worlds I 2021-Oct-16 45 minutes |
Hi-Phi Nation Presents: Into the Zone (When We Were Cyber) 2020-Oct-21 49 minutes |
Justice and Retribution 2020-Jun-27 55 minutes |
The Loophole 2020-Jun-13 43 minutes |
Punishment without End 2020-Jun-06 56 minutes |
Redemption in Solitary 2020-May-30 51 minutes |
Gender Justice 2020-May-23 57 minutes |
The Informant 2020-May-16 52 minutes |
Police Discretion 2020-May-09 52 minutes |
Hi-Phi Nation Plus: Mens Rea versus Moral Luck 2020-May-02 21 minutes |
Criminal Minds 2020-May-02 56 minutes |
Sponsored: Delivering Extraordinary Experiences with Customer Experience Expert Liliana Petrova 2020-Apr-16 31 minutes |
Season 4: Crime and Punishment (Trailer) 2020-Apr-11 3 minutes |
YOLO Apologetics 2019-Jun-22 44 minutes |
The Illusionist 2019-Jun-08 37 minutes |
Uncivil Disobedience 2019-May-25 49 minutes |
For Women Only (pt. 2) 2019-May-11 48 minutes |
For Women Only (pt. 1) 2019-Apr-27 51 minutes |
Demons of Democracy 2019-Apr-13 54 minutes |
Name of God (2019) 2019-Mar-30 54 minutes |
The Forever War 2019-Mar-16 50 minutes |
No Offense 2019-Mar-02 48 minutes |
Risky Business 2019-Feb-16 49 minutes |
(Bonus) The Battle over CSOCs 2019-Feb-02 18 minutes |
The Precrime Unit 2019-Jan-31 48 minutes |
Season 3 Preview 2019-Jan-18 3 minutes |
Chamber of Facts 2018-Jul-23 47 minutes |
A Night of Philosophy 2018-Jun-19 48 minutes |
Willful Acts 2018-May-30 58 minutes |
Creed and Credences 2018-May-01 44 minutes |
The Self and Survival 2018-Mar-27 46 minutes |
Cover Me Softly 2018-Feb-28 49 minutes |
Freedom and Hostile Design 2018-Jan-23 30 minutes |
Drowned at Sea 2017-Dec-19 31 minutes |
The Ethics Bowl 2017-Nov-28 51 minutes |
The Bottom of the Curve 2017-Oct-31 39 minutes |
A Better Love 2017-May-03 50 minutes |
The Ashes of Truth 2017-Apr-18 51 minutes |
Be a Man 2017-Mar-21 37 minutes |
Hackademics II: The Hackers 2017-Mar-14 44 minutes |
Hackademics I: The Control 2017-Mar-07 46 minutes |
The Cops of Pop 2017-Feb-21 47 minutes |
The Name of God 2017-Feb-14 50 minutes |
Soldier Philosophers Part 2: The Morality of War 2017-Feb-07 49 minutes |
Soldier Philosophers Part 1: Moral Exploitation 2017-Jan-31 48 minutes |
The Wishes of the Dead 2017-Jan-24 49 minutes |
Season One Trailer #1 2016-Dec-24 3 minutes |