Ideas Matter
Louis Devine and Alex B.
A podcast where two mates discuss philosophy, politics and intellectual history, because Ideas Matter.
Ideas Matter is hosted by Louis, a PhD student in political theory, and Alex, a humanities teacher.
Each episode is structured around the work of a great thinker. We aim to explore their ideas in an accessible manner, without dumbing them down.
No topic is off limits: the theology of Saint Augustine, Lenin's revolutionary theory, Marx's critique of capitalism, Platonic discussions on love, or Nietzsche's metaphysical musings.
Follow the show on Instagram @ideasmatterpod
Ideas Matter is hosted by Louis, a PhD student in political theory, and Alex, a humanities teacher.
Each episode is structured around the work of a great thinker. We aim to explore their ideas in an accessible manner, without dumbing them down.
No topic is off limits: the theology of Saint Augustine, Lenin's revolutionary theory, Marx's critique of capitalism, Platonic discussions on love, or Nietzsche's metaphysical musings.
Follow the show on Instagram @ideasmatterpod
Episodes
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Jul 8, 2021 • 1h 5min
René Descartes and the Modern Sense of Self
I think, therefore I am. Or am I? In this episode we discuss infamous French philosopher, mathematician, and scientist René Descartes' seminal text: Meditations on the First Philosophy.We begin by providing the historical context for Descartes' thought, outlining his argument about why mind and body are distinct, before concluding with the ramifications for his famous phrase cogito ergo sum (I think, therefore I am).As always, comments and feedback are encouraged. Instagram and Twitter: @ideasmatterpodEmail: ideasmatterpod@gmail.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ideasmatter.substack.com
Jul 2, 2021 • 51min
The Ethics of Authenticity by Charles Taylor
Today we discuss the Ethics of Authenticity by Charles Taylor. Taylor is Professor Emeritus at McGill University in Canada, and one of the world's most highly regarded contemporary philosophers. We discuss Taylor's political philosophy of Communitarianism, his critique of liberal individualism and what he describes as the "malaise of modernity".For more, follow us on Instagram @ideasmatterpod or email us ideasmatterpod@gmail.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ideasmatter.substack.com
