From Nowhere to Nothing

Aesop’s Eagle

In this episode, we read several fables about the eagle and attempt to expound upon both new and traditional interpretations.

Aesop’s Fox

In this episode, we embark on a new series examining some of the most prolific animals in Aesop's Fables, starting with the Fox.

Credibility

In this episode, we explore how our ideas about credibility can be different-and even opposed-to what we assume they are.

Verisimilitude

In this episode, we look at the implications and consequences of asking whether something can be "truthlike".  

Imagination

In this episode, we explore the fanciful and utilitarian aspects of the ubiquitous imagination.

The Hero’s Journey

In this episode, we look philosophically at Joseph Campbell, The Hero with a Thousand Faces, and the monomyth.

Obi-Wan Kenobi

In this episode, we take a philosophical approach to examining the character of Obi-Wan Kenobi from both cinematic and real-life perspectives.

Spirituality & Religion

In this episode, we discuss the similarities and differences between Spiritual and Religious beliefs, focusing on organic development.

Unity

In this episode, we look at the problematic concept of Unity in a world of independent objects.

Godzilla!

In this episode, we examine the philosophy, history, and story-telling of Godzilla.

Freedom

In this episode, we attempt to parse apart freedom, liberty, and the relationships that constitute power dynamics.  

Educational Philosophy

In this episode, we talk about how the practice of education is influenced and developed through philosophy.

Humanity

In this episode, we attempt to think about what it means to be objectively human.

!War!

In this episode, we attempt to define war and look at the myriad philosophical connections it has to humanity's past and present. 

Craig Van Slyke: Self-Leadership

In this episode, I interview Professor Craig Van Slyke about Self-Leadership.

Keiland Cooper: AI

In this episode, I interview scientist Keiland Cooper about Artificial Intelligence. 

The Mandalorian and IG-11

In this episode, we look philosophically at a scene with the Mandalorian and IG-11.  Here is a link to watch the video version of the show: https://youtu.be/wdujcHMhjtw

Jaguar and Goat

In this episode, we look at the Brazilian folktale of Jaguar and Goat.

Two Frogs

In this episode, we look at the Japanese folktale Two Frogs.

Reality

In this episode, we ask the endless question of, "what is reality?"  In breaking it apart, we don't find the answer, but instead the countless shards of new questions.

Metaphysics

In this episode, we wrap up our series on the pillars of philosophy by opening up the many questions associated with Metaphysics.

Skepticism II

In this episode, we revisit Skepticism: taking a deeper dive into conceptual considerations that build on the foundation laid in earlier episodes.

Epistemology

In this episode, we consider the core philosophical idea of Epistemology: the study of what we know and how we know it.

Ethics

In this episode, we delve into the complex realm of ethics, looking to describe, examine, and postulate on issues both immense and personal.

Axiology

In this episode, we attempt to discuss axiology by positing the different ways value can be attributed to objects or ideas and how this affects our everyday lives.