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Doing Philosophy is a podcast for original philosophy. Its episodes are philosophical essays, but then in the medium of sound. They contain interviews with leading names in the field, such as Huw Price, Crispin Wright, and Sanford Goldberg. Doing Philosophy is created and hosted by Tom Kaspers, who recently obtained his Ph.D. in philosophy at the University of St Andrews. If you like this format, and you want your own work to be featured on this podcast, please do get in touch. For more information, go to https://tomkaspers.com or send an email to [email protected].Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Philosophical essays • Leading names in philosophy • Personal and shared inquiry • Rationality • Plurality of truth • Pragmatism vs. correspondence theory • Interviews • Intellectual tastes in philosophy"Doing Philosophy" is a podcast dedicated to exploring original philosophical ideas through sound, often employing interviews with renowned figures in the field such as Huw Price, Crispin Wright, and Sanford Goldberg. Created and hosted by Tom Kaspers, who holds a Ph.D. in philosophy from the University of St Andrews, the podcast presents philosophical essays in an auditory format suited to deep inquiry.
The content of the podcast delves into several intertwined themes and topics, principally focusing on the nature and practice of philosophy. One recurring theme is the distinction between personal and shared inquiry. The podcast examines this dichotomy, particularly emphasizing the personal nature of philosophical inquiry, contrasting it with the more communal methodology typical of scientific endeavors. It argues that philosophy is inherently subjective, shaped by individual intellectual tastes, and is therefore distinct from the objective approach taken in scientific inquiries.
Rationality is another central topic, where the podcast explores how rationality manifests differently in personal versus shared contexts. It discusses how personal nodes—such as aesthetic preferences and moral convictions—play a crucial role in personal inquiries, whereas shared inquiries rely on common, shareable evidence.
The concept of truth is also a prominent theme, explored through multiple perspectives including pluralism, pragmatism, and the correspondence theory. Interviews with experts like Crispin Wright and Huw Price provide varied insights into these theories, and the podcast often juxtaposes these views to unpack the complexities of truth in philosophical discourse.
Through its episodes, "Doing Philosophy" deftly navigates these intricate philosophical landscapes, offering listeners a comprehensive view of intellectual debates and presenting arguments that underscore the personal dimension of philosophical pursuits amidst continued peer disagreement.
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4. The Personal Nature of Philosophy with Sanford Goldberg and Crispin Wright2024-Mar-07 48 minutes |
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3. Rationality, Personal and Shared with Sanford Goldberg 2024-Mar-06 36 minutes |
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2. Truth, Part Two. The Plurality of Truth with Crispin Wright 2024-Feb-22 46 minutes |
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1. Truth, Part One. Pragmatism and Correspondence with Huw Price 2024-Feb-22 44 minutes |