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Philosophize This!

Philosophize This!

Auteur(s): Stephen West
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 Beginner friendly if listened to in order! For anyone interested in an educational podcast about philosophy where you don't need to be a graduate-level philosopher to understand it. In chronological order, the thinkers and ideas that forged the world we live in are broken down and explained.2024 Philosophie Sciences sociales
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  • Episode #242 ... Romeo and Juliet - William Shakespeare

    Episode #242 ... Romeo and Juliet - William Shakespeare
    Nov 29 2025
    Today we talk about the philosophy behind the play Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare. We talk about how ineffective violence and honor codes are as ways of maintaining the stability of a society. How catastrophe may be a deterrent to violence. The tension presented by Shakespeare between a Christian view of love, marriage and salvation and an alternative religion of love from his time. How in the kinds of love we most admire there is sometimes an element of irrationality that makes it possible. Hope you love it. :) Sponsors: ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/PHILO Quince: https://www.QUINCE.com/pt Nord VPN: https://nordvpn.com/philothis Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcast X: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    33 min
  • Episode #241 ... The Tragedy of Julius Caesar - William Shakespeare

    Episode #241 ... The Tragedy of Julius Caesar - William Shakespeare
    Nov 16 2025
    Today we talk about the philosophical themes of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare. We talk about the hypocrisy and false nostalgia of political violence. The ironies of living by a moral ideal like honor. Rhetoric as a site of where political power is won and lost in a republic. And Brutus as a unique kind of tragic hero somewhere between Stoicism and Christianity. Hope you love it. :) Sponsors: The Perfect Jean: https://theperfectjean.nyc Code: PT15 ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/PHILO Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcast X: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    32 min
  • Episode #240 ... Varieties of Religion Today (Charles Taylor)

    Episode #240 ... Varieties of Religion Today (Charles Taylor)
    Nov 8 2025
    Today we talk more about the work of Charles Taylor and his book The Varieties of Religion Today. We look at different answers to a classic question around religious belief. The sociological and structural role that religion plays at any given point in history. Paleo, Neo and Post Durkheim versions of religious society. What religion becomes in the age of authenticity we live in. We paint a picture of the very unique spiritual predicament the modern person has to navigate. Hope you love it. :) Sponsors: Better Help: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHIS Nord VPN: https://nordvpn.com/philothis Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help. Website: https://www.philosophizethis.org/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcast X: https://twitter.com/iamstephenwest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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a great review/introduction to various aspects of philosophy! I am a huge fan and enjoy listening while I drive.

fantastic!

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Start at the beginning and hit play, that's all!

Stephen West, if you're reading this, your show is exceptional. please don't stop, even if we get hit by an apocalypse! (speaking of, please make an episode on apocalyptic societal philosophy/structures)

my favourite way to enjoy this podcast was by going for late night walks with my dog while listening to this. Excellent examples, great dissection of the literature and teaches you how thinking has changed over Millenia. I came with an open mind, and left with a full one, motivated to continue my pursuit in philosophy. I've recommended this to many people IRL.

Best way to start your philosophy journey

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this is the best podcast I have ever listened to to access complex philosophical subjects. he has a gift.

remarkable gift for summaries of complex subjects.

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I have listen to the complete serie two time on Spotify! If you love to learn, you gonna love this show !

A podcast you can’t stop listening

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Followed since the early days - great podcast. very edifying. 👌 Stephen improves from good to great during the show.

Long time fan, only gets better!

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