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Podcast Profile: Philosophy for Beginners

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7 episodes
2008 to 2012
Median: 92 minutes
Collection: Philosophy


Description (podcaster-provided):

Philosophy has been studied for thousands of years. It involves the use of reason and argument to search for the truth about reality - about the nature of things, ethics, aesthetics, language, the mind, God and everything else. This series of five introductory lectures, aimed at students new to philosophy, presented by Marianne Talbot, Department for Continuing Education, University of Oxford, will test you on some famous thought experiments and introduce you to some central philosophical issues and to the thoughts of some key philosophers.


Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):

➤ Introduction to philosophy basics • Thought experiments • Key philosophical issues • Central philosophers • Language and mind • Metaphysics and epistemology • Ethics and politics • Logic and argument • Philosophy history

This podcast, titled "Philosophy for Beginners," serves as an introductory exploration into various significant domains within the field of philosophy. Hosted by Marianne Talbot of the University of Oxford, it is tailored specifically for those new to philosophical study. Over a series of episodes, listeners are introduced to key philosophical issues and the ideas of notable philosophers, offering a foundational understanding of the discipline.

The content of the podcast spans several central themes in philosophy. Among these are metaphysics and epistemology, which probe questions about existence, the nature of reality, and the ways we acquire knowledge. Listeners are also guided through the philosophy of language and mind, which includes exploration of concepts such as rationality, consciousness, and how language encapsulates our thoughts and experiences.

Ethics and political philosophy form another core area of focus in this podcast. Here, discussions revolve around questions of morality, justice, and the principles that should guide how societies are structured. An additional emphasis is placed on the philosophical method, particularly logic and argumentation, which highlights the role of symbolic and philosophical reasoning in developing coherent philosophical positions.

The historical dimension of philosophy is also underscored, with content traversing the evolution of philosophical thought from the Pre-Socratics to contemporary times. Throughout the podcast, thought experiments and reflective questions are employed to engage listeners actively, enhancing their understanding of philosophical concepts. This podcast provides a broad yet insightful overview of philosophy, endeavoring to enrich listeners’ appreciation of the subject through both theoretical exploration and practical inquiry.


Episodes:
Further reading and more... (Slides)
2012-Apr-16

Reading List (Slides)
2012-Apr-16

Philosophy of language and mind
2009-Jan-09
87 minutes
Metaphysics and Epistemology
2009-Jan-09
90 minutes
Ethics and politics
2009-Jan-09
92 minutes
The philosophical method - logic and argument
2009-Jan-09
94 minutes
A romp through the history of philosophy from the Pre-Socratics to the present day.
2008-Nov-13
92 minutes