Description (podcaster-provided):
This Is The Way is a podcast on Chinese philosophy, exploring philosophical themes by reflecting on significant Chinese texts and through interviews with scholars of Chinese thought. We aim to offer discussions that are informative and accessible to a broad audience.Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Chinese philosophy • Daoism • Confucianism • Significant texts • Ethical themes • Morality • Rituals • Uselessness • Nonaction • Moral development • Women in philosophy • Interviews with scholarsThis podcast, titled "This Is The Way: Chinese Philosophy Podcast," delves into the world of Chinese philosophical thought, offering engaging and insightful discussions led by the hosts, often accompanied by expert guests. The podcast focuses on exploring philosophical themes by reflecting on significant Chinese texts and scholarly work. A recurring theme is the analysis of foundational Chinese philosophical texts, like the Analects and the Zhuangzi, and how these works can provide a deeper understanding of concepts ranging from ritual and moral development to the nature of play and detachment.
Episodes frequently feature discussions on various topics, including the Confucian emphasis on familial responsibilities, the nature and source of morality as considered by Mencius, and Daoist concepts such as wu-wei (nonaction) and uselessness. The podcast also explores the intersection of philosophy with everyday life, discussing how ancient ideas can be applied to modern ethical dilemmas. Other episodes tackle the challenge of balancing justice and partiality, the power of persuasion, and the philosophical implications of the Golden Rule.
Conversations address the role of women in Confucian texts, the significance of ritual in Confucianism, and the philosophical insights offered by allegories and myths. Through this broad array of topics, the podcast seeks to offer discussions that are both informative and accessible, aiming to reach a wide audience interested in understanding Chinese philosophical traditions and their relevance to contemporary issues. By reflecting on classical teachings and engaging with modern scholarship, the podcast provides listeners with an enriching exploration of Chinese philosophy's profound insights.
Episodes: |
Episode 17: The Mohist State of Nature Argument 2025-Feb-14 79 minutes |
Episode 16: Zhuangzi on Uselessness 2025-Jan-22 79 minutes |
Episode 15: Ritual in the Analects 2025-Jan-01 74 minutes |
Episode 14: Women in the Analects 2024-Dec-15 64 minutes |
Episode 13: Family Before State 2024-Nov-19 57 minutes |
Episode 12: Play 2024-Oct-29 96 minutes |
Episode 11: Nonaction 2024-Oct-07 71 minutes |
Episode 10: Mencius on Moral Development 2024-Sep-14 89 minutes |
Episode 9: Moral Sprouts 2024-Aug-30 86 minutes |
Episode 8: The Golden Rule 2024-Aug-19 98 minutes |
Episode 7: The Butcher 2024-Jul-24 94 minutes |
Episode 6: Partiality and Justice 2024-Jul-05 85 minutes |
Episode 5: Cultivation and the Autobiography of Confucius 2024-Jun-02 88 minutes |
Episode 4: Persuasion 2024-Mar-11 96 minutes |
Episode 3: Oneness 2024-Feb-20 87 minutes |
Episode 1: Detachment 2024-Jan-31 71 minutes |
Episode 2: Shame 2024-Jan-29 72 minutes |