Description (podcaster-provided):
The Philosopher's Nest is a podcast created by Kyle van Oosterum and Lewis Williams, two graduate students in philosophy at the University of Oxford. Our podcast is dedicated to showcasing the work, insights, and experiences of graduate students in philosophy. In each episode we talk with a different graduate philosophy student about their research and their views on the discipline of philosophy as it is practised today.
Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Graduate philosophy student experiences • Research topics in philosophy • Personal backgrounds and life stories • Ethics, epistemology, and ontology • Publishing and academic career tips • Public philosophy and outreach
The Philosopher's Nest is a podcast dedicated to exploring the work, insights, and experiences of graduate students in philosophy. Hosted by Kyle van Oosterum and Lewis Williams from the University of Oxford, this podcast offers a unique window into the daily lives and academic pursuits of budding philosophers.
The episodes frequently cover a broad spectrum of philosophical research and personal stories. Many episodes delve into specific academic interests of graduate students, ranging from ethics, epistemology, and philosophy of mind to more niche topics like the ethics of humanoid robots, existential inertia, and the philosophy of love and beauty in Plato. Additionally, discussions often touch on the intersection of philosophy with other disciplines such as social ontology, legal theory, and cognitive science.
A recurring theme is the journey of the graduate students themselves—the challenges and rewards of pursuing a PhD in philosophy. Guests often share their unique paths to philosophy, their experiences in academia, and their personal anecdotes about balancing their academic work with other aspects of life, such as transitioning from other careers, dealing with disabilities, and navigating the intricacies of graduate admissions. Special episodes compile insights on specific questions like the most underrated part of doing a PhD or advice for prospective PhD applicants, reflecting common struggles and shared wisdom among the academic community.
The podcast also highlights philosophical scholarship's social and practical aspects. For instance, discussions on the impact of external factors like COVID-19 on academic life, sexual harassment in academia, and the ethics surrounding various social practices illustrate how philosophical inquiry extends beyond theoretical pursuits to address real-world issues.
Overall, The Philosopher's Nest provides an engaging blend of intellectual exploration and personal narrative, offering listeners a comprehensive glimpse into the diverse and dynamic world of graduate-level philosophy.
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Episodes:
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End of Season Announcement
2024-May-31
less than a minute
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S2E13 - Bonus Episode! What's the Most Underrated Part of Doing a PhD?
2024-May-13
10 minutes
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S2E12 - Joe Schmid on Existential Inertia, Psychophysical Harmony and Book-Publishing
2024-Apr-22
28 minutes
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S2E11 - David Domínguez on the Zetetic Turn and Philosophy in Spain
2024-Apr-01
22 minutes
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S2E10 - Cindy Friedman on Humanoid Robots and Ubuntu Ethics
2024-Mar-11
27 minutes
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S2E9 - Asia Sakchatchawan on Tennis and Authenticity
2024-Feb-19
24 minutes
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S2E8 - Kenny Novis on Podcasting, Marxism, and Spinoza
2024-Jan-29
22 minutes
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S2E7 - Madeleine Parkinson on Erotic Love and Beauty in Plato
2024-Jan-08
21 minutes
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S2E6 - Cayla Clinkenbeard on Trust, Knowledge, and Publishing in Topical Collections
2023-Dec-18
23 minutes
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S2E5 - Facundo Rodriguez on Kant's Interpersonal Philosophy and the History of Philosophy
2023-Nov-27
24 minutes
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S2E4 - Alexander Stooshinoff on Life as a Touring Musician, the Impact of Covid, and the Philosophy of Nature
2023-Nov-06
24 minutes
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S2E3 - Danny Wardle on the Proposed Redundancies at ACU, Social Ontology, and Research Masters
2023-Oct-16
28 minutes
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S2E2 - Declan O'Gara on University as a First-Gen Student, Moral Error Theory, and Running WiP Seminars
2023-Sep-25
31 minutes
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S2E1 - Nicholas Drake on Self-Sufficiency, the Aim(s) of Philosophy, and Measuring Wellbeing
2023-Sep-04
27 minutes
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End of Season Announcement
2023-Jun-05
less than a minute
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S1E32 - Bonus Episode! What Grad Students Wish They'd Known About Doing a PhD
2023-May-22
17 minutes
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S1E31 - Elliott Thornley on Population Ethics, Global Catastrophic Risks, and Writing an Integrated Thesis
2023-May-08
21 minutes
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S1E30 - Deryn Thomas on Farming in Montana, PhD Vivas, and the Philosophy of Work
2023-Apr-24
23 minutes
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S1E29 - Elizabeth Cantalamessa on Wyoming, Adjuncting, and Humor
2023-Apr-10
26 minutes
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S1E28 - Levin Güver on the Boundaries between Law and Philosophy, Picking a Good Supervisor, and Intention in Law
2023-Mar-27
23 minutes
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S1E27 - Jack Symes on The Panpsycast, the Evil God Challenge, and Stephen Fry
2023-Mar-13
26 minutes
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S1E26 - Alice Harberd on Classics, Civil Service, and the Value of Art
2023-Feb-20
22 minutes
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S1E25 - Kerry Langsdale on Time and Self-Funded PhDs
2023-Feb-06
30 minutes
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S1E24 - Sophie Gibert on the Ethics of Influencing Others and Teaching as a PhD Student
2023-Jan-23
27 minutes
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S1E23 - Logan Mitchell on PhD Admissions Waitlists and the Ethics of Mindfulness
2023-Jan-09
28 minutes
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S1E22 - Cara-Julie Kather on Philosophy in non-Philosophy Departments, Feminism and Mathematics, and Sexual Harrassment in Academia
2022-Dec-19
26 minutes
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S1E21 - Dario Vaccaro on Analytic versus Continental Philosophy and Reliability in Knowledge
2022-Nov-28
23 minutes
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S1E20 - Linds Whittaker on PhD Admissions Data and Pet Food Ethics
2022-Nov-14
24 minutes
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S1E19 - Bonus Episode! Advice for Students Applying for PhDs in Philosophy
2022-Oct-31
14 minutes
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S1E18 - Lorenzo Elijah on an Eventful Lockdown, Duties to Obey the Law, and Good Mentors
2022-Oct-17
21 minutes
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S1E17 - Atay Kozlovski on Swiss PhDs, Values, and Parity
2022-Oct-03
33 minutes
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S1E16 - Mitchell Barrington on Advice for Applying to Grad Philosophy Programmes
2022-Sep-19
21 minutes
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S1E15 - Lysette Chaproniere on Blindness in Academia and the Philosophy of Disability and Enhancement
2022-Sep-05
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S1E14 - Eli Benjamin Israel on Moving to the US, Kant and the Sublime, and Interdisciplinary Public Philosophy
2022-Aug-22
21 minutes
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S1E13 - Mary Peterson on Spinoza and Sexual Harassment in Academia
2022-Aug-08
15 minutes
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S1E12 - Mira Hannegard on Swedish PhD Programmes, Social Epistemology, and Quitting Her PhD
2022-Jul-25
19 minutes
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S1E11 - Casey Landers on Parenting during the PhD, Perception, and the Job Market
2022-Jul-11
28 minutes
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S1E10 - Jack Beaulieu on Sanskrit Philosophy and Neurodiversity
2022-Jun-27
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S1E9 - Emily Lawson on Indian Philosophy, Death, and Imagination
2022-Jun-13
23 minutes
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S1E8 - Riana Popat on Outreach, Mental Health and Metaethics, and the Value of Philosophy
2022-Jun-06
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S1E7 - Alexandra Gustafson on Love, Public Philosophy, and Disabilities in Academia
2022-May-09
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S1E6 - Tomy Ames on Taking Time Out of Academia, Aphantasia, and Interdisciplinary PhD Programs
2022-Apr-25
23 minutes
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S1E5 - Virginie Simoneau-Gilbert on Animal Ethics, Rhodes Scholarships, and Public Philosophy
2022-Apr-11
16 minutes
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S1E4 - Eric Shoemaker on Grad Life at UToronto, Political Random Selection, and Philosophy Conferences
2022-Mar-28
24 minutes
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S1E3 - Emma Curran on Doing 'Less than Best' and the Practical Relevance of Philosophy
2022-Mar-14
23 minutes
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S1E2 - Jen Semler on AI, Icelandic Studies, Women in Philosophy, and Publishing
2022-Mar-14
18 minutes
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S1E1 - Jordan Scott on Applying to UK & US Grad Programs, Race, and Publishing
2022-Mar-14
24 minutes
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Trailer
2022-Mar-14
less than a minute
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