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A seasonal podcast that brings the ideas and tools of philosophy to everyone. Featuring interviews with professional philosophers, personal stories, and lots of fun thought experiments. We'll start with about 5 episodes per season.Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Philosophy tools and ideas • Thought experiments • Political theory • Ethics • Personal identity • Interviews with philosophers • Improv and humor • Current societal issuesThis podcast, titled "Reductio," is a seasonal series that seeks to make the ideas and tools of philosophy accessible to a wide audience. It features interviews with professional philosophers, personal stories, and thought experiments presented in an engaging manner. The show typically releases around five episodes per season and includes shorter segments referred to as "Monads," which focus on less intensive production topics.
The content is diverse, covering a broad range of philosophical themes. Episodes delve into both classic and modern philosophical issues, including discussions on political theory, ethics, personal identity, and abstract thought experiments. Discussions frequently involve exploring complex philosophical ideas such as idealism, liberalism, and the philosophy of identity. There are also episodes centered around well-known philosophical problems like the Trolley Problem and the Veil of Ignorance, which provide listeners with insights into how these problems are debated and perceived within philosophical discourse.
The podcast also addresses contemporary ethical questions relating to animal rights, climate protests, and the economic system, as well as intersections between philosophy and other domains, such as urban living. Regular guests include noted philosophers and academics who contribute their expertise to the discussion, enriching the content with diverse perspectives.
In addition to deeper philosophical discussions, the podcast occasionally offers more accessible and playful content such as discussions on art and media, exploring ideas like the value of liking "bad" movies or engaging with pop culture. Overall, "Reductio" uses a mix of narrative and interview formats to explore a wide spectrum of philosophical inquiries in a way meant to engage both experts and newcomers to philosophical thought.
