History of Philosophy Audio Archive A Jazz-Soaked Philosophy [Complete] - Cornel West
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Jumping into the Mess
- Cornel West recalls a conversation with Owen Dudley about "jumping into the middle of it."
- This refers to embracing the mess or "funk" where true freedom lies.
Paideia and Education
- Paideia, deep education, cultivates attention, critical acuity, and maturation.
- It's about thinking critically, recognizing one's uniqueness, and cultivating gifts.
Walking in Others' Shoes
- Step outside of yourself and walk in others' shoes to understand their worldview.
- By doing so, you can gain a deeper, more substantive education (paideia).