The Wisdom Of
Kristian Urstad and Stephen Webb
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!
Episodes
Mentioned books
Apr 30, 2025 • 14min
Miles Davis - Why LESS IS MORE!
In our world of more and faster and louder, we might do well to remember that less is often more! Just ask Miles! ... Check out my new book! It's called The Last Human: How Technology is Changing What it Means to be Humanhttps://www.amazon.com/Last-Human-Technology-Changing-Means/dp/1069510831/
Apr 20, 2025 • 16min
Buddhism and NON-ATTACHMENT - Some Objections!
Is human well-being and flourishing really all about detachment? I would argue, no! ... Check out my new book! It's called: The Last Human: How Technology is Changing What it Means to be Humanhttps://www.amazon.com/Last-Human-Technology-Changing-Means/dp/1069510831/
Apr 16, 2025 • 11min
Byung-Chul Han and Plato on the POWER of BEAUTY!
Modern beauty has become tepid and smooth. It lacks the depth and friction and power of genuine beauty! Or so say Han and Plato! ... Check out my new book! It's called: The Last Human: How Technology is Changing What it Means to be Humanhttps://www.amazon.com/Last-Human-Technology-Changing-Means/dp/1069510831/
Apr 16, 2025 • 14min
What does it mean to be a GOOD FATHER?
Inspired by Gabriel Marcel and Martin Buber, I argue that being a good father requires the invisible labor of presence.... Check out my new book! It's called: The Last Human: How Technology is Changing What it Means to be Humanhttps://www.amazon.com/Last-Human-Technology-Changing-Means/dp/1069510831/
Apr 10, 2025 • 19min
Foucault and Kierkegaard - Where the heck has YOUTHFUL REBELLION gone?
When I was growing up teenage rebellion seemed to be everywhere! Where is it now? At the heart of this decline: social media and technology! ... Check out my new book! It's called: The Last Human: How Technology is Changing What it Means to be Humanhttps://www.amazon.com/Last-Human-Technology-Changing-Means/dp/1069510831/
Apr 6, 2025 • 13min
Simone De Beauvoir and Hannah Arendt - A Happiness of ENGAGEMENT!
De Beauvoir and Arendt both argue against passive forms of happiness! Find out more! ... Check out my new book! It's called: The Last Human: How Technology is Changing What it Means to be Humanhttps://www.amazon.com/Last-Human-Technology-Changing-Means/dp/1069510831/
Apr 6, 2025 • 14min
Socrates - Power and Stupidity: A Destructive Combination!
Socrates argues that ignorance is the worst of all evils! Especially in the service of power! Ring any bells today? ... Check out my new book! It's called: The Last Human: How Technology is Changing What it Means to be Humanhttps://www.amazon.com/Last-Human-Technology-Changing-Means/dp/1069510831/
Apr 2, 2025 • 15min
Pascal and Kierkegaard on the SUPERFICIAL LIFE - Owning up to one's SELF!
One could argue that we live more superficially than ever before. Pascal and Kierkegaard are particularly relevant here! ... Check out my new book! It's called: The Last Human: How Technology is Changing What it Means to be Humanhttps://www.amazon.com/Last-Human-Technology-Changing-Means/dp/1069510831/
Mar 30, 2025 • 14min
Why Plato wrote dialogues - Let's bring back the power of real conversation!
Plato chose not to write essays. He wrote dialogues instead. Why? And how is this relevant for us today? Find out more! ... Check out my new book! It's called: The Last Human: How Technology is Changing What it Means to be Humanhttps://www.amazon.com/Last-Human-Technology-Changing-Means/dp/1069510831/
Mar 25, 2025 • 19min
The Myth of Icarus and Daedalus - Melting the wings of our children!
I think this ancient myth is more relevant today than ever before! Find out more! ... Check out my new book! It's called: The Last Human: How Technology is Changing What it Means to be Humanhttps://www.amazon.com/Last-Human-Technology-Changing-Means/dp/1069510831/
