Art of Controversy (or: The Art of Being Right)

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Delve into the intricate dance of debate and persuasion with "Art of Controversy (or: The Art of Being Right)," a podcast that examines the multifaceted nature of argumentation and the psychology behind being right. This show serves as a thematic exploration of rhetoric, logic, and the often contentious battleground of ideas, inviting listeners to consider how we construct our arguments and the moral implications of winning at any cost. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that challenges conventional thinking and reveals the strategies individuals employ to navigate disputes, whether in personal relationships, public discourse, or philosophical inquiries. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations designed to provoke thought and inspire critical reflection on the nature of truth and belief. Join us on this intellectual journey and discover a new book with every episode that enriches your understanding of the art of being right. This show includes AI-generated content.

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  3. Sep 10

    Practical Guide to Self-Hypnosis-Melvin Powers

    The Art of Controversy (or The Art of Being Right) (Die Kunst, Recht zu Behalten) is a short treatise written in 1831 by the German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer in which he presents thirty-eight methods of gaining an unfair advantage in a debate and thereby being right even if you are wrong. Schopenhauer champions the virtue of dialectical argument, in his view wrongly neglected by philosophers in favour of logic, and goes on to discuss the distinction between our conscious intellectual powers and our will. The text is a favourite of debaters including the philosophers AC Grayling and Mary Warnock, and the Mayor of London Boris Johnson. (Summary by Carl Manchester) This episode includes AI-generated content.

  4. Sep 9

    Art of Conversation Twelve Golden Rules-Josephine Turck Baker

    The Art of Controversy (or The Art of Being Right) (Die Kunst, Recht zu Behalten) is a short treatise written in 1831 by the German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer in which he presents thirty-eight methods of gaining an unfair advantage in a debate and thereby being right even if you are wrong. Schopenhauer champions the virtue of dialectical argument, in his view wrongly neglected by philosophers in favour of logic, and goes on to discuss the distinction between our conscious intellectual powers and our will. The text is a favourite of debaters including the philosophers AC Grayling and Mary Warnock, and the Mayor of London Boris Johnson. (Summary by Carl Manchester) This episode includes AI-generated content.

  5. Sep 8

    Common Sense, How to Exercise It-Yoritomo Tashi

    The Art of Controversy (or The Art of Being Right) (Die Kunst, Recht zu Behalten) is a short treatise written in 1831 by the German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer in which he presents thirty-eight methods of gaining an unfair advantage in a debate and thereby being right even if you are wrong. Schopenhauer champions the virtue of dialectical argument, in his view wrongly neglected by philosophers in favour of logic, and goes on to discuss the distinction between our conscious intellectual powers and our will. The text is a favourite of debaters including the philosophers AC Grayling and Mary Warnock, and the Mayor of London Boris Johnson. (Summary by Carl Manchester) This episode includes AI-generated content.

  6. Sep 7

    Katha Upanishad-Unknown

    The Art of Controversy (or The Art of Being Right) (Die Kunst, Recht zu Behalten) is a short treatise written in 1831 by the German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer in which he presents thirty-eight methods of gaining an unfair advantage in a debate and thereby being right even if you are wrong. Schopenhauer champions the virtue of dialectical argument, in his view wrongly neglected by philosophers in favour of logic, and goes on to discuss the distinction between our conscious intellectual powers and our will. The text is a favourite of debaters including the philosophers AC Grayling and Mary Warnock, and the Mayor of London Boris Johnson. (Summary by Carl Manchester) This episode includes AI-generated content.

  7. Sep 6

    Holiday Round-A. A. Milne

    The Art of Controversy (or The Art of Being Right) (Die Kunst, Recht zu Behalten) is a short treatise written in 1831 by the German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer in which he presents thirty-eight methods of gaining an unfair advantage in a debate and thereby being right even if you are wrong. Schopenhauer champions the virtue of dialectical argument, in his view wrongly neglected by philosophers in favour of logic, and goes on to discuss the distinction between our conscious intellectual powers and our will. The text is a favourite of debaters including the philosophers AC Grayling and Mary Warnock, and the Mayor of London Boris Johnson. (Summary by Carl Manchester) This episode includes AI-generated content.

  8. Sep 5

    Putting the Most Into Life-Booker T. Washington

    The Art of Controversy (or The Art of Being Right) (Die Kunst, Recht zu Behalten) is a short treatise written in 1831 by the German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer in which he presents thirty-eight methods of gaining an unfair advantage in a debate and thereby being right even if you are wrong. Schopenhauer champions the virtue of dialectical argument, in his view wrongly neglected by philosophers in favour of logic, and goes on to discuss the distinction between our conscious intellectual powers and our will. The text is a favourite of debaters including the philosophers AC Grayling and Mary Warnock, and the Mayor of London Boris Johnson. (Summary by Carl Manchester) This episode includes AI-generated content.

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Delve into the intricate dance of debate and persuasion with "Art of Controversy (or: The Art of Being Right)," a podcast that examines the multifaceted nature of argumentation and the psychology behind being right. This show serves as a thematic exploration of rhetoric, logic, and the often contentious battleground of ideas, inviting listeners to consider how we construct our arguments and the moral implications of winning at any cost. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that challenges conventional thinking and reveals the strategies individuals employ to navigate disputes, whether in personal relationships, public discourse, or philosophical inquiries. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations designed to provoke thought and inspire critical reflection on the nature of truth and belief. Join us on this intellectual journey and discover a new book with every episode that enriches your understanding of the art of being right. This show includes AI-generated content.

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