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Podcast Profile: Five Questions

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81 episodes
2020 to 2022
Median: 26 minutes
Collection: Philosophy

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"Five Questions" is a podcast that features in-depth interviews with a wide array of contemporary philosophers. Hosted by an unnamed philosopher, each episode centers around asking a guest philosopher five questions about their personal and intellectual journeys. The show provides a platform for philosophers to reflect on their own lives, careers, and the philosophical topics they have explored in their work.

The nature of the content is both intimate and intellectual, as it delves into the personal experiences and professional achievements of the guests. The podcaster engages with philosophers who hold positions at prestigious institutions around the world, including universities such as MIT, Yale, Oxford, and Stanford. Each episode offers insights into the diverse domains within philosophy, ranging from ancient philosophy to cutting-edge discussions in ethics, epistemology, political philosophy, and the philosophy of mind.

Common themes include the exploration of moral and political philosophy, where guests discuss their views on autonomy, responsibility, justice, and the influences of classical and modern thinkers. Another recurring topic is epistemology, with discussions focused on the nature of knowledge, belief, and scientific inquiry. The philosophy of mind and aesthetics also feature prominently, where philosophers share their thoughts on perception, consciousness, and the interplay between literature, art, and philosophy.

Through these conversations, the podcast reveals the philosophical underpinnings that shape contemporary thought. It offers listeners a blend of biography and theory, providing not only an understanding of the philosophical disciplines but also the personal motivations and stories of those who contribute to the field. The episodes are designed to be both accessible for general audiences interested in philosophical discussions and enriching for those with a deeper engagement in philosophy. New episodes are released on Tuesdays, keeping the content current and ongoing.

Episodes:

Kieran Setiya 2022-Oct-04 37 minutes

Liam Kofi Bright 2022-Sep-27 24 minutes

Kyla Ebels-Duggan 2022-Sep-20 29 minutes

Ken Winkler 2022-Sep-13 31 minutes

Laura Ruetsche 2022-Sep-06 34 minutes

Hanna Pickard 2022-Aug-30 37 minutes

Miriam Schoenfield 2022-Aug-23 27 minutes

Palle Yourgrau 2022-Aug-16 24 minutes

Pamela Hieronymi 2022-Aug-09 22 minutes

Ian Phillips 2022-Aug-02 26 minutes

Ben Laurence 2022-Jul-26 30 minutes

Susan James 2022-Jul-19 27 minutes

Rachel Fraser 2022-Jul-12 34 minutes

Steve Yablo 2022-Jul-05 33 minutes

Aaron Wendland 2022-Jun-28 33 minutes

Karen Bennett 2022-Jun-21 27 minutes

Akeel Bilgrami 2022-Jun-14 31 minutes

Antonia Peacocke 2022-Jun-07 29 minutes

Sharon Street 2022-May-31 31 minutes

Ryan Preston-Roedder 2022-May-24 24 minutes

Ursula Coope 2022-May-17 25 minutes

R. Jay Wallace 2022-May-10 25 minutes

Guy Longworth 2022-May-03 23 minutes

Japa Pallikkathayil 2022-Apr-26 22 minutes

Bob Stalnaker 2022-Apr-19 23 minutes

Susanna Siegel 2022-Apr-12 26 minutes

Season 3 Trailer 2022-Apr-05 2 minutes

Kit Fine 2021-Aug-03 19 minutes

Miranda Fricker 2021-Jul-27 34 minutes

Lawrence Blum 2021-Jul-20 26 minutes

Sebastian Rödl 2021-Jul-13 27 minutes

Cheryl Misak 2021-Jul-06 24 minutes

Philip Pettit 2021-Jun-29 30 minutes

Anil Gomes 2021-Jun-22 27 minutes

Elizabeth Barnes 2021-Jun-15 27 minutes

Sarah Moss 2021-Jun-08 26 minutes

Raimond Gaita 2021-Jun-01 36 minutes

Philosophers@MIT 2021-May-25 29 minutes

Stephen Darwall 2021-May-18 25 minutes

Rachel Barney 2021-May-11 26 minutes

Lucy O'Brien 2021-May-04 29 minutes

Richard Kimberly Heck 2021-Apr-27 22 minutes

Jonathan Wolff 2021-Apr-20 30 minutes

Hannah Ginsborg 2021-Apr-13 28 minutes

T. M. Scanlon 2021-Apr-06 22 minutes

Gerald Dworkin 2021-Mar-30 27 minutes

Elisabeth Camp 2021-Mar-23 25 minutes

David Hills 2021-Mar-16 24 minutes

Michele Moody-Adams 2021-Mar-09 29 minutes

Matthew Boyle 2021-Mar-02 29 minutes

Havi Carel 2021-Feb-23 26 minutes

Mark Wilson 2021-Feb-16 30 minutes

Seana Shiffrin 2021-Feb-09 26 minutes

Season 2 Trailer 2021-Feb-02 2 minutes

Rae Langton 2020-Oct-27 23 minutes

Sophie Grace Chappell 2020-Oct-20 28 minutes

Jonathan Lear 2020-Oct-13 28 minutes

Alice Crary 2020-Oct-06 26 minutes

Kwame Anthony Appiah 2020-Sep-29 28 minutes

Gabriel Richardson Lear 2020-Sep-22 25 minutes

David Christensen 2020-Sep-15 24 minutes

Barbara Herman 2020-Sep-08 26 minutes

Tim Crane 2020-Sep-01 24 minutes

Jane Heal 2020-Aug-25 26 minutes

Tom Baldwin 2020-Aug-18 26 minutes

Alva Noë 2020-Aug-11 28 minutes

Helen Steward 2020-Aug-04 25 minutes

Richard Holton 2020-Jul-28 24 minutes

Jennifer Hornsby 2020-Jul-21 23 minutes

Cora Diamond 2020-Jul-14 22 minutes

Barry Lam 2020-Jul-07 23 minutes

Nancy Bauer 2020-Jun-30 21 minutes

Tommie Shelby 2020-Jun-23 25 minutes

Gideon Rosen 2020-Jun-16 26 minutes

Scott Shapiro 2020-Jun-09 27 minutes

Zena Hitz 2020-Jun-02 26 minutes

Béatrice Longuenesse 2020-May-26 25 minutes

Richard Moran 2020-May-19 28 minutes

Susan Wolf 2020-May-12 22 minutes

David Velleman 2020-May-05 21 minutes

Season 1 Trailer 2020-Apr-28 2 minutes