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The relevant philosophy podcast with Dr Andreas Matthias. Discussions with guests, inspiration, knowledge, and advice on how to apply philosophy to everyday life. Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com Weekly newsletter at https://dailyphilosophy.substack.com Daily Philosophy channel on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@dailyphilosophy Every Tuesday.
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042. Aristotle, the Haunted Genius - Lunchtime Thoughts
Send us a Text Message.After discussing the main points of Aristotle's ethics, today we look at the life of the man and how it informs his work.In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute.Read more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: https://daily-philosophy.com/aristotle-384-322-bc/Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com.Music and so...
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041. Bertrand Russell - Lunchtime Thoughts
Send us a Text Message.Bertrand Russell, one of the most important analytic philosophers of the 20th century, also once wrote a book about happiness: The Conquest of Happiness. In this episode, we introduce the man, and in the following episodes we will discuss Russell's book and his ideas about a happy life.In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short ...
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040. Is Laziness a Human Right? - Lunchtime Thoughts
Send us a Text Message. Is laziness a human right? What Aristotle would say about the attempt to cheat one's employer at work.In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute.Read more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: https://daily-philosophy.com/touching-fish/Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com.Music and sound effects licensed...
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039. What Is a Good Human Life? Martha Nussbaum on what makes a life truly worth living - Lunchtime Thoughts
Send us a Text Message.Is there one life that is best for everyone, or can different cultures have different standards for what makes a good life? Philosopher Martha Nussbaum has proposed ten capabilities that a fully lived human life should have.In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute.Read more on the topic here on Daily Philosophy: https:...
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038. The Shoemaker and the General. Aristotle on How to Deal With Adversity - Lunchtime Thoughts
Send us a Text Message.How can we face adversity in our lives? Aristotle on the value of obstacles for achieving happiness and success.In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute.Today, we have a look at what we can learn from ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle about facing adversity. Things that are dangerous or just annoying and that keep us...
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037. Rational Selfishness - Lunchtime Thoughts
Send us a Text Message. In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute.Today, we have a look at what we can learn from ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle about acting to promote our benefit while still benefiting others. These two are often seen as incompatible with each other. But are they? Listen to this episode to find out!Read more...