From Nowhere to Nothing

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

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.

In this episode, we uncover the surprisingly ancient and intertwined nature of humanity and tools; discussing them definitionally, teleologically, and culturally.

In this episode, we look at the philosophical idea of Realism; parsing apart the layers of perception, ideals, and, ultimately, our belief systems.

In this episode, we talk about the two types of Historicity: 1) the factuality of certain people and events, as well as 2) how our personal and cultural context affects our interpretation of history.

In this episode, we look at a philosophical argument among the Avengers about accountability. Click the link to watch the video version of this podcast: https://youtu.be/1I1wNdXdjHo

In this episode, we dissect the scene from Star Wars: A New Hope philosophically. Click the link to watch the video version of this podcast: https://youtu.be/eDVkVu10nWM

In this episode, we look at the concepts of names and naming, examining them in conjunction with symbolism, branding, language, and other abstractions.

In this episode, I talk with John Lee about purpose, and how he believes it relates to other philosophical thoughts and systems.

In this episode, we examine the work of Jennifer Gosetti-Ferencei and how art and imagination affect our perception of reality and truth.

In this episode, we look at feminist existential philosophy through the life and writings of Simone de Beauvoir

In this episode, we take a stab at examining Jean-Paul Sarte's ontology in regards to consciousness, freedom, authenticity, and more.

In this episode, we look at the life and philosophy of Soren Kierkegaard, the founder of the Existential paradigm.

In this episode, we look at the mind-body problem through the lens of Epiphenomenalism, weighing the validity and usefulness of the paradigm.

In this cross-over episode, I interview the titular host of the podcast "Passing Through With Ramon Mazinga" about a variety of philosophical topics. If you are interested in seeing the three-part video session, stay tuned for updates!

In this episode, I interview Dr. Andy Norman about his theory of Cognitive Immunology and his practices as a philosopher of science.

In this episode, I provide a brief update on the status of the podcast, along with a freebie.

In this episode, we look at the unique approach Mary Midgely took to addressing important topics like science, morality, and life.

In this episode, we sample and discuss a few of the many concepts Immanuel Kant explored with his philosophy.

In this episode, we attempt to define belonging and examine the intricate ways in which it affects agency, identity, and morality.

In this episode, we try to parse apart what awareness means within the context of perception and consciousness, confronting what this means for personhood and life.

In this episode, we explore many of philosophy's deepest questions by asking whether or not absolutes exist.

In this episode, we look at the relationship between science and philosophy: where one ends and the other begins, their need for each other, and how that affects society.

In this episode, we discuss what it means to be normal and how we epistemologically and ontologically derive these notions.

In this episode, we struggle with the dynamic and paradoxical nature of authenticity, examining lingual and contextual factors.

In this episode, we look at the historical, academic, and anecdotal narratives of skepticism.

In this episode, we explore the multifaceted symbiosis of authority, power, relationship, influence, and the effect they have on people and society.

In this episode, we examine the role of perspective in perception, reality, and truth.

In this episode, we look at the context, ethics, and aesthetics of the TV series The Mandalorian.

In this episode, we pick apart what it means to be isolated, the contrasting effects it can have, and what it means for us as people.

In this episode, with the help of a special guest, we look at the compelling nature of villains, their relationship to heroes, the stories we tell, and the lives we live.

In this episode, we take a hard look at what a hero is, and whether they can exist in reality, or only in our imaginations.

In this episode, we analyze our conception of translation across language, media, and human thought.

In this episode, we look at the ideas Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel contributed to the field of philosophy and how those ideas can be used in the context of the world we live in today.

In this episode, we grapple with the various flavors of monism and dualism and the implications they have on consciousness and reality.

In this episode, we dive headlong into the topic of dreams referencing and utilizing material from previous conversations about consciousness, reality, epistemology, and more.

In this episode, we ask epistemological and metaphysical questions about the role of gratefulness in the human experience.

In this episode, we look at the complex, paradoxical, and magical experience of Flow state.

In this episode, we look at branding: the amalgamation of symbolism with symbiotic interplay between producer and consumer, and what that means for modernity.

In this episode, we take a deep look at symbolism: examining not just representative concepts, but origin theories and consequences on our ideas of meaning and reality.

In this episode, we examine gods of death from various cultures, as well as examining conceptual paradigms of the afterlife.

In this episode, we talk about age and ageing from a holistic perspective; examining the physiological, psychological, and intangible aspects of getting older.

In this episode, we continue our examination of mythological pantheons by looking at gods of war and attempting to find the deeper meaning and connection between their stories and our lives.

In this episode, we explore goddesses of wisdom: complex deities from various cultures who possess numerous abilities and a range of personalities.

In this episode, we talk about stories that define cultures and the god-kings that rule them.

In this episode, we talk about stories: not just the content of stories, but what constitutes them and what the act of storytelling says about being human.

In this episode, we discuss play: why we do it, how we define it, and how it affects our everyday and future lives.

In this episode, we do our best to discuss discrimination and social justice from a place of privilege. Examining philosophical underpinnings and perspectives in light of current affairs, we postulate on the future.

In this episode, we delve into the basic tenants of education by utilizing our various professional experiences to examine interactional relationships.

In this episode, we grapple with the theoretical and practical philosophy of Utilitarianism. If you'd like to watch the episode, it can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvFLRuXRhZQJM-BlkpVXhng