In this episode, we explore René Girard's concept of mimetic desire, which posits that human desires are imitative, influenced by observing and emulating others, leading to rivalry and conflict. This idea is central to his interdisciplinary work, which explores how mimetic desire underpins social dynamics, violence, and the scapegoat mechanism. Despite criticisms of being overly deterministic and lacking empirical evidence, Girard's theory remains influential in understanding human behavior and cultural phenomena.
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20 May 2024
Hume's Problem of Induction
In this episode, we explore David Hume's Problem of Induction and its implication for scientific inquiry, epistemology and causation.
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15 Apr 2024
Epicurus on Death
In this episode, we explore Epicurus, the ancient Greek philosopher who founded Epicureanism, offering a revolutionary view on death that continues to influence modern existential thought. Central to his philosophy is the assertion that "death is nothing to us." For Epicurus, this was not a mere dismissal of life's value but a profound statement about the nature of existence and non-existence. He argued that all sensations, including pain and pleasure, are rooted in experience; since death signifies the end of all sensory experience, it should not be feared.
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