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The Wisdom Of

The Wisdom Of

By: Kristian Urstad and Stephen Webb
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In this podcast we explore great works of philosophy and literature and art, and try to pull out of them what’s most interesting and inspiring! Whether they come from the works of Plato, or Dostoevsky or Picasso, here we explore ideas that move mountains and rock the soul! So, come join us, won’t you? Come worship at the alter of ideas, and come celebrate the dancing of thought. Welcome to the Wisdom Of!

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Episodes
  • Naomi Klein - The Apocalypse, Mars, and the Bunker Nation!
    May 10 2025

    Naomi Klein, the Canadian author and social activist, argues for what she sees as the apocalyptic mindset of the far Right. Along with Klein, I offer up a few of my own concerns!

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    17 mins
  • Why We Can't Avoid Making JUDGMENTS—And Why That's a Great Thing!
    May 9 2025

    So as we all know, there’s the popular or cliched idea that we should be “nonjudgmental”. But by and large, I don’t think that’s right!

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    14 mins
  • Adorno on Animals - "The degradation of a creature to the status of a mere thing"
    May 7 2025

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    The philosopher Theodor Adorno lays a powerful groundwork for thinking ethically about animals! Find out more!

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    15 mins

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