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Have you ever heard of Plato, Aristotle, Socrates? Well, this is not about them! Philosophy Casting Call is where Élaina Gauthier-Mamaril, your friendly neighbourhood philosopher, interviews professors, grad students, and non-academics to find out what philosophy looks like now and try to shine a spotlight on thinkers, topics, and themes that are historically marginalised in academic philosophy. This includes women, LGBTQIA, disabled, and BIPOC people who are out there, getting their philosophy on, and who deserved to be cast as philosophers in our culture.Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Interdisciplinary philosophy • Underrepresented voices • Social justice themes • Ethics and identity • Feminism and race • AI and technology • Academic discussions • Cultural critiques • Challenging traditional philosophyPhilosophy Casting Call is a podcast hosted by Élaina Gauthier-Mamaril that explores contemporary philosophical discourse and its intersections with various disciplines and marginalized perspectives. The show aims to shine a spotlight on modern thinkers, particularly those whose voices have historically been marginalized within academic philosophy, including women, LGBTQIA individuals, disabled people, and BIPOC communities.
Throughout its episodes, the podcast delves into a wide range of topics, reflecting on the interdisciplinary nature of philosophy today. Discussions often engage with themes related to social justice, including bioethics, feminist philosophy, the philosophy of race, and the ethics surrounding artificial intelligence. The hosts and guests frequently address the application of philosophical theories to current societal issues, such as digital communications, global health justice, and gender equity in sports.
Another recurring theme is the exploration of the boundaries and connections between different disciplines and the philosophical implications of these interactions. The podcast regularly features interviews with philosophers and scholars from various fields, such as anthropology, digital communications, and global health ethics, illustrating the diverse uses of philosophical methodologies in understanding contemporary issues.
Philosophy Casting Call also addresses more personal narratives of philosophers, highlighting not only their academic work but also their personal journeys and motivations. These narratives often emphasize the transformative potential of philosophy when applied to practical and activist contexts. The content is tailored for those interested in discovering how philosophy can be a tool for questioning existing norms and fostering dialogues around diversity, inclusion, and interdisciplinary collaboration in both academic and non-academic environments.
