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Top 64 Philosophy Podcasts

Mar 28, 2025

The Best Philosophy Podcasts from millions of podcasts available on the Goodpods platform and ranked by listens, ratings, comments, subscriptions and shares.

The Gray Area with Sean Illing
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Avg Length 69m

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Latest episode 4 days ago

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The Gray Area with Sean Illing takes a philosophy-minded look at culture, technology, politics, and the world of ideas. Each week, we invite a guest to explore a question or topic that matters. From the the state of democracy, to the struggle with depression and anxiety, to the nature of identity in the digital age, each episode looks for nuance and honesty in the most important conversations of our time. New episodes drop every Monday.
Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin
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117 Episodes

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Avg Length 114m

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In-depth interviews that may blow your mind. With Rick Rubin

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The Daily Stoic

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The Daily Stoic
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Avg Length 21m

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Latest episode 13 hours ago

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For centuries, all sorts of people—generals and politicians, athletes and coaches, writers and leaders—have looked to the teachings of Stoicism to help guide their lives. Each day, author and speaker Ryan Holiday brings you a new lesson about life, inspired by the thoughts and writings of great Stoic thinkers like Marcus Aurelius and Seneca the Younger. Daily Stoic Podcast also features Q+As with listeners and interviews with notable figures from sports, academia, politics, and more. Learn more at DailyStoic.com.

Listen to The Daily Stoic on the Wondery App or wherever you listen to your podcasts. You can listen early and ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/the-daily-stoic/ now.

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Philosophize This!

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Philosophize This!
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Beginner friendly if listened to in order! For anyone interested in an educational podcast about philosophy where you don't need to be a graduate-level philosopher to understand it. In chronological order, the thinkers and ideas that forged the world we live in are broken down and explained.

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The Blindboy Podcast

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The Blindboy Podcast
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Avg Length 74m

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Hosted by Blindboyboatclub, who is an artist and author. An eclectic podcast containing short fiction, interviews and comedy.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Minimalists

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The Minimalists
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Avg Length 44m

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The Minimalists are Emmy-nominated Netflix stars and New York Times–bestselling authors Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus. Alongside cohost T.K. Coleman, they help millions of people live meaningful lives with less.
The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest
Top 10 Best The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest Episodes

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Discover how to experience true community, genuine purpose, and authentic rest in your everyday life - not someday, but right now. Through vivid storytelling and thoughtful exploration, host Eric Tomeo shows how real people throughout history have accessed a deeper reality to transform their worlds. From Nelson Mandela's prison cell to midnight drives through the Badlands, from summer camp memories to mountain climbing mishaps, each episode weaves compelling narratives with practical insights for living 'the better' today. Perfect for anyone seeking meaning beyond the mundane, questioning traditional approaches to faith, or longing for more authentic ways of living

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Aspen Ideas to Go

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Aspen Ideas to Go
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Aspen Ideas To Go is a show about bold ideas that will open your mind. Featuring compelling conversations with the world’s top thinkers and doers from a diverse range of disciplines, Aspen Ideas To Go gives you front-row access to the Aspen Ideas Festival.

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Shawn Ryan Show

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Shawn Ryan Show
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The "Shawn Ryan Show" is hosted by Shawn Ryan, former U.S. Navy SEAL, CIA Contractor, and Founder of Vigilance Elite. We tell REAL stories about REAL people from all walks of life. We discuss the ups and downs, wins and losses, successes and struggles, the good and bad in a respectful but candid way with our guest. We're better than entertainment, we're the REAL thing. Please enjoy the show.
Mission Log: A Roddenberry Star Trek Podcast
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Mission Log is a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast with the sole purpose of exploring the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. That’s right, this podcast will cover six different series and 30 seasons of television by journeying into every one of the 726 episodes with a single mission: to explore, debate and discuss one of the largest science fiction phenomena of all time, Star Trek. Starting with The Original Series’ initial pilot and continuing chronologically until we reach the last episode of Star Trek: Enterprise, each week our hosts will tackle a single episode, delving into the most historical and hysterical science fiction that Star Trek has to offer. Along with a variety of guests and interviews, Mission Log will attempt to reach Star Trek’s ethical subtext, understand it’s complex metaphors and finally figure out what was the trouble with those tribbles. Explore strange new details. Seek out new perspectives; deeper understandings. Boldly go where so many of us love to go, again and again. Join us for Mission Log!

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The Art of Manliness

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The Art of Manliness
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The Art of Manliness Podcast aims to deepen and improve every area of a man's life, from fitness and philosophy, to relationships and productivity. Engaging and edifying interviews with some of the world's most interesting doers and thinkers drop the fluff and filler to glean guests' very best, potentially life-changing, insights.

Ever wanted to know how music affects your brain, what quantum mechanics really is, or how black holes work? Do you wonder why you get emotional each time you see a certain movie, or how on earth video games are designed? Then you’ve come to the right place. Each week, Sean Carroll will host conversations with some of the most interesting thinkers in the world. From neuroscientists and engineers to authors and television producers, Sean and his guests talk about the biggest ideas in science, philosophy, culture and much more.

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What Works

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What Works
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Work is central to the human experience. It helps us shape our identities, care for those we love, and contribute to our communities. Work can be a source of power and a catalyst for change. Unfortunately, that's not how most of us experience work—even those who work for themselves. Our labor and creative spirit are used to enrich others and maintain the status quo. It's time for an intervention. What Works is a show about rethinking work, business, and leadership for the 21st-century economy. Host Tara McMullin covers money, management, culture, media, philosophy, and more to figure out what's working (and what's not) today. Tara offers a distinctly interdisciplinary approach to deep-dive analysis of how we work and how work shapes us.
Making Sense with Sam Harris
Top 10 Best Making Sense with Sam Harris Episodes

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Join neuroscientist, philosopher, and five-time New York Times best-selling author Sam Harris as he explores important and controversial questions about the mind, society, current events, moral philosophy, religion, and rationality—with an overarching focus on how a growing understanding of ourselves and the world is changing our sense of how we should live. Sam is also the creator of the Waking Up app. Combining Sam’s decades of mindfulness practice, profound wisdom from varied philosophical and contemplative traditions, and a commitment to a secular, scientific worldview, Waking Up is a resource for anyone interested in living a more examined, fulfilling life—and a new operating system for the mind. Waking Up offers free subscriptions to anyone who can’t afford one, and donates a minimum of 10% of profits to the most effective charities around the world. To learn more, please go to WakingUp.com. Sam Harris received a degree in philosophy from Stanford University and a Ph.D. in neuroscience from UCLA.

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Vegan's Almanac

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Vegan's Almanac
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Avg Length 6m

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Latest episode 14 hours ago

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The Vegan's Almanac is a five-minute daily show highlighting some good news in the world of veganism. And it will end with a moment of beauty, a prayer, a poem, a meditation, a hymn, something that will inspire you each day with the hope of a nonviolent world.

The Good Place: The Podcast
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Holy motherforking shirtballs! This is the official comedy and entertainment podcast for NBC's TV show The Good Place. Subscribe and you'll get weekly behind-the-scenes stories, episode and performance insights and funny anecdotes. Hosted by actor Marc Evan Jackson (Shawn) with a rotating slate of co-hosts and special guests, including actors, writers, producers and more, this podcast takes a deep dive into everything on- and off-screen.

Follow: @nbcthegoodplace

NBC Entertainment Podcast Network ©2019

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Odd Trails

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Odd Trails
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Odd Trails is an anthology of true paranormal stories, narrated by Andy Tate and Brandon Lanier. Join us every week as we dive into all things weird and otherworldly. Submit your experiences to [email protected].
Becoming Human AF Podcast
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Join Steph Laffey & Steph Taylor on our journey to becoming Human AF In each episode we celebrate, explore, discuss & figure out... ...what does it mean to be human AF? We’re asking the hard questions, unpacking the pivotal issues, healing our wounds & discovering new things about ourselves and the world, one conversation at a time. We cannot wait for you to be part of this journey with us! Follow us on Instagram/Threads @becominghumanaf_podcast! Follow Steph Laffey: @introspective_af Follow Steph Taylor: @spruce.acres.homestead

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Revelations Podcast

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Revelations Podcast
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Revelations Podcast (formerly Loved by the King Podcast) is devoted to sharing the revelation of Jesus Christ and the freedom that comes from following Him. Host Reagan Kramer digs deep into the redemptive stories and biblical teachings of her guests to give the listener wisdom, hope and a deeper understanding of who God is, who they are and how only God can use tragedy and difficult circumstances to bring purpose and life!

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Down at the Crossroads

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Down at the Crossroads
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Avg Length 98m

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Down at the Crossroads features one on one discussions with today’s most influential Pagan artists, authors, musicians, teachers, leaders, bloggers, podcasters, and more! We will attempt to push the community forward and take devil’s advocate to a whole new level all while hearing some great music by today’s greatest Pagan and Pagan inspired musicians and bands. **Formally known as The Infinite and the Beyond.**
Anil Annaiah | Me The Changemaker
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I believe in words, they have a force and power, strong enough to change destinies. This Podcast features Original Thoughts from the 9 Books Authored by me. These books can be found on Kindle. The initial book featured here is “Tiny Pathways”. This is followed by my other books “Simple Perceptions”, “Nobody Speaks To Me”, “My Mirror”, “New Clouds”, “Open Windows”, “Our Horizons”, “Wide Canvas” & “The Starburst”. The words flow in this Podcast will help all Discover new Perspectives, Enjoy Great Mental Health, Boost Confidence and find the Joy Filled Calm in everyday Life. Hoping this Podcast will be truly beneficial to friends at large and help them find Positivity with Learning. As an Ideator, Photographer, Artist / Camera Yoga, Author, Speaker, Podcaster & Filmmaker, my aspiration is to Celebrate Social Goodness, Embrace Social Sustainability and Empower Behaviour Change Goals. As a Photographer, Filmmaker & Artist / Camera Yoga my “Nature is Art for Conservation” with “Discovering Science Through The Lens” presents an innovative Art & Citizen Science Experience Project. This invites people to fall in love with nature all over again and discover their inner reflections as Changemakers. “Art, Nature, Science and You (ANSY)”. The joy of holding a Camera and the endless moments of peace you can soak yourself in gives one the opportunity to do Camera Yoga. This Earth Day 2024 brought in the 11th Consecutive Year. The project design is on my creative platform “Brand Radianz - Me The Changemaker” which uses behavioural change ideas and persuasive people engagement strategies. Important links to visit to know more would include - http://www.brandradianz.com, https://www.methechangemaker.com, http://www.annleela.com & https://www.camerayoga.com

The Conor Gallagher Show
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The Conor Gallagher Show is a podcast focused on the essence of what truly matters. From his unique perspective as a traditional Catholic, father of sixteen children, and CEO of multiple businesses, Conor tackles topics of substance. From raising kids, homesteading, and publishing classic books to spiritual warfare, woke ideology, and the Deep State, join Conor for fascinating conversations that shed new light on the ongoing journey of our second conversion.
The Mind Renewed : Thinking Christianly in a New World Order
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The Mind Renewed is hosted by Dr. Julian Charles (UK) and dedicated to understanding the world in which we live from a Christian worldview perspective. We are acutely conscious of propaganda in the mainstream media, and of the bewildering mass of information in the alternative media. We therefore seek to address matters of concern to people (whether they be 'people of faith' or none) in an unsensational and informed fashion, in the hope that truth will be uncovered and that bridges will be built between people through greater understanding. Therefore, whether it be the Surveillance State, the threat of Global Government, False-Flag Terrorism, the danger of New Religious Movements (NRMs), or any other issue too often ignored by the institutional church, The Mind Renewed analyses, interprets and critiques from a Christian worldview perspective.

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Myth Monsters

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Myth Monsters
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A bite sized look into the monsters of global folklore, cryptozoology and mythology with your host, Erin. Jump in and learn about your favourite monsters from Gorgons to Kelpies, to Wendigos to Bigfoot. Stay spooky every Thursday with a new episode with a new monster from another culture. Get in touch on Twitter at @mythmonsterspod

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Not Overthinking

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Not Overthinking
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The weekly podcast about happiness, creativity, and the human condition. It's us, Ali and Taimur Abdaal, occasionally joined by guests, talking about things to help us think, do, and be better. Things like social interaction, lifestyle design, mental models... Things that are hard to examine, but important to explore. And hopefully, things that make for a fun and interesting chat every week. We'd love for you to join us.
Alpha Male Buddhist From Brooklyn Podcast
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linktree https://www.linktr.ee/alphamalebuddhistpod . Follower of Jesus, , Student of Knowledge, Eastern Philosophy, History, Conspiracy, Leadership, Truth, Self Realization -Strategy - Knowledge is liberation. The whole world is in a state of fear and mind control. The only way to overcome Fear is Love. The Family and the Tribe are now under assault. Divide and conquer has the world at war for Oil Natural resources and world domination. We all need to Unite and allow love to unite us all. Your TV and the main stream Media is Lying to you.

Chilling True Tales - True Ghost and Paranormal Stories
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I have loved the strange, creepy, paranormal and supernatural ever since I was a child having experienced it all my life. Ghosts, creatures, UFOs and more - you name it!

I have collected REAL stories from real people over the years about their experiences and with permission I am retelling them to you.

Robert Wright's Nonzero
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Conversations with a series of people who have nothing in common except that program host Robert Wright is curious about what they’re thinking.
www.nonzero.org

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Accidental Gods

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Accidental Gods
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Another World is still Possible. The old system was never fit for purpose and now it has gone - it is never coming back. We have the power of gods to destroy our home. But we also have the chance to become something we cannot yet imagine, and by doing so, create a future we would be proud to leave to the generations yet unborn. What happens if we commit to a world based on the values we care about: compassion, courage, integrity? What happens if we let go of the race for meaningless money and commit instead to the things that matter: clean air, clean water, clean soil - and clean, clear, courageous connections between all parts of ourselves (so we have to do the inner work of healing individually and collectively), between ourselves and each other (so we have to do the outer work of relearning how to build generative communities) and between ourselves and the Web of Life (so we have to reclaim our birthright as conscious nodes in the web of life)? We can do this - and every week on Accidental Gods we speak with the people who are living this world into being. We have all the answers, we just lack the visions to weave them into a future that works. We can make this happen. We will. Join us. Accidental Gods is a podcast and membership program devoted to exploring the ways we can create a future that we would be proud to leave to the generations yet to come. If we're going to emerge into a just, equitable - and above all regenerative - future, we need to get to know the people who are already living, working, thinking and believing at the leading edge of inter-becoming transformation. Accidental Gods exists to bring these voices to the world so that we can work together to lay the foundations of a world we'd be proud to leave to the generations that come after us. We have the choice now - we can choose to transform...or we can face the chaos of a failing system. Our Choice. Our Chance. Our Future. Find the membership and the podcast pages here: https://accidentalgods.life Find Manda's Thrutopian novel, Any Human Power here: https://mandascott.co.uk Find Manda on BlueSky @mandascott.bsky.social On LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandascottauthor/ On FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/MandaScottAuthor

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Dear Hank & John

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Dear Hank & John
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Hosts John and Hank Green (authors and YouTubers) offer both humorous and heartfelt advice about life’s big and small questions. They bring their personal passions to each episode by sharing the week’s news from Mars (the planet) and AFC Wimbledon (the fourth-tier English football club).

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Pints With Aquinas

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Pints With Aquinas
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Long form discussions, debates, and teachings on the Catholic faith. Support us on Locals https://mattfradd.locals.com/support

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Drunken Philosophy

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Drunken Philosophy
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Dan has a degree in Philosophy. Connor has a degree in High School. Together they have a bit of a drinking problem. Each week they explore the work of a new philosopher or a new philosophical idea and do their best to learn something before getting distracted.
Alan Watts Being in the Way
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Take a deep dive into the collected recordings of Alan Watts with Alan’s son, Mark Watts.

Being in the Way is a podcast series that explores the Alan Watts Archive’s 100-hour tape collection - including recordings not heard in 40 years. We will meet some of the people being influenced by the works of Alan Watts today and learn a little of the history behind how these remarkable recordings were made.

Mark and his guests offer reflections on Alan’s ideas— ideas that were radically innovative and groundbreaking in the sixties and seventies, and yet seem to have come of age today.

Being in the Way is brought to you by the Alan Watts Organization, in partnership with Ram Dass' Be Here Now Network.

Check out all of the Alan Watts Organization's offerings at alanwatts.org.

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Everyone Relax

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Everyone Relax
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The home of all things Wil Anderson and Charlie Clausen including TOFOP, Wilosophy, and 2 Guys 1 Cup.

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Within Reason

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Within Reason
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For the curious. A philosophy podcast that sometimes flirts with other disciplines, Within Reason has featured guests including Richard Dawkins, Douglas Murray, William Lane Craig, Peter Singer, Konstantin Kisin, and Neil deGrasse Tyson.

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Skądinąd

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Skądinąd
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Podcast Tomasza Stawiszyńskiego, filozofa, eseisty, znanego m.in. z anteny Radia TOK FM, autora m.in. książek ”Potyczki z Freudem. Mity, pokusy i pułapki psychoterapii” (2013), ”Co robić przed końcem świata” (2021). ”Ucieczka od bezradności” (2021) oraz ”Misja Sowy. Tosia, Franek i sekrety filozofii” (2022).
Something (rather than nothing)
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Why is there something rather than nothing? This podcast is a philosophical and psychological exploration into the act of creation (poets, musicians, writers, painters, thinkers, all of us) by: Ken Volante

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Sentientism

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Sentientism
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We discuss the biggest questions: "what's real?", "who matters?" and "how to make a better world?" with scientists, celebrities, activists, writers and philosophers. The Sentientism worldview is "evidence, reason and compassion for all sentient beings." It's a simple, yet radical, philosophy that's grounded in reality (naturalistic epistemology) and has compassion for all sentient beings (mostly human and non-human animals). Naturalism & sentiocentrism combined. Find out more at https://sentientism.info/ or join a group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sentientism. Also on YouTube!

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Theory & Philosophy

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Theory & Philosophy
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Theory & Philosophy is a multi-disciplinary podcast offering you succinct breakdowns of key philosophical and theoretical texts to help you better understand the world we all live in. New episodes every second Saturday at 4am EST. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theoryandphilosophy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIq2xNjGAof0cCUaKbco6HQ

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Overthink

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Overthink
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The best of all possible podcasts, Leibniz would say. Putting big ideas in dialogue with the everyday, Overthink offers accessible and fresh takes on philosophy from enthusiastic experts. Hosted by professors Ellie Anderson (Pomona College) and David M. Peña-Guzmán (San Francisco State University).

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Part Of The Problem

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Part Of The Problem
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Dave Smith expounds upon current events, our government, foreign policy, and all things Libertarian. He is part of the new generation of pundits. He'll educate you and open your eyes to the possibility of a truly free nation. Sign up at https://partoftheproblem.com and get early access to the episodes, access to the inner circle private forum, and a bonus episode exclusively for subscribers!

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LANZ & PRECHT

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LANZ & PRECHT
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In dem ZDF-Podcast sprechen Markus Lanz (Journalist, Talkshow-Moderator) und Richard David Precht (Philosoph, Schriftsteller) über die gesellschaftlich und politisch relevanten Themen unserer Zeit. Informativ, inspirierend, kontrovers: „LANZ & PRECHT“ ist der wöchentliche Gedankenaustausch zweier Menschen, die sich persönlich zugetan, aber nicht immer einer Meinung sind. Immer freitags, überall wo es Podcasts gibt.
Walden by Henry David Thoreau
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Two years, two months and two days! This is what forms the time line of one man's quest for the simple life and a unique social experiment in complete self reliance and independence. Henry David Thoreau published Walden in 1884. Originally drafted as a series of essays describing a most significant episode in his life, it was finally released in book form with each essay taking on the form of a separate chapter. Thoreau's parents were in financial straights, but rich intellectually and culturally. The young Henry was educated in the best of schools in their home town, Concord, Massachusetts and went on to graduate from Harvard, where he read history, philosophy, theology and literature. He commenced working as a school master in Concord but soon quit when he discovered that he was not ideologically suited to methods employed in those days which included corporal punishment. During this time, a chance meeting with the great philosopher, Ralph Waldo Emerson marked a turning point in his life. Deeply influenced by Emerson's ideas and his Transcendentalism cult, Thoreau embarked on the Walden experiment. The Transcendentalism movement was an amalgam of Buddhism, German and English Romanticism, Hindu teachings, Confucianism and placed great emphasis on emotional wellbeing, self reliance and personal truths rather than social norms. It rejected society's dominance over the individual. Walden Pond was located in a property owned by Emerson. Here, Thoreau built a cabin and proceeded to live a completely self sufficient life, gathering his own food and preparing it, sleeping and reading and appreciating nature as the whim took him. He meticulously recorded every experience and this forms the body of work known as Walden. The book received a lukewarm reception when it first appeared, but went on to gather cult status with the advent of the Flower Power generation, the anti-establishment movements against the Vietnam War and the Civil Rights movement. The concepts of individual freedom and individual choice became ingrained in the American psyche as a new generation of Americans re-discovered Walden. Walden's main appeal lies in its exploration of themes like solitude, economy, the simple life and the Higher Laws that he describes which relate to man's relationship to nature. Thoreau's style is attractive and easy, full of nuggets of folksy wisdom. Modern proponents of simplifying life, those who oppose our over reliance on technology and advocates of inner spiritual awakening are sure to find Walden a valuable and rewarding read.
Miss Guided Astrology - Sagittarius Rising
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A weekly horoscope tailored to your rising sign. Not a Sagittarius? Don’t worry- we make a weekly horoscope for each and every rising sign! Visit our website missguidedastrology.com to find the weekly horoscope that’s right for you! Review us on -insert your podcast app of choice here- OR shout us out on socials for a free Birth Chart Report! How to contact us: email: [email protected] Website: missguidedastrology.com IG: Miss Guided Astrology

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Learning Lots

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Learning Lots with Brie Larson & Jessie Ennis is a podcast aimed at holding stimulating conversations around pop-culture, trending topics, and some of life's deepest questions. Each episode takes listeners through various segments and will feature celebrities, friends, and experts you know and love.
Micro episodes of Mahabharata
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This micro episode podcast series is the audio dramatization of the Indian epic "The Mahabharata".
The Art of Authenticity
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Avg Length 27m

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It’s time to get authentic - without the fluff. Laura Coe - coach, author, entrepreneur, and philosophy lover - interviews successful New York Times best selling authors, Ceos, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders to get honest, get specific, and go deep about what it really means to live an authentic life and have success. The Art of Authenticity is a real-world guide on navigating a life of meaning and success, despite what life throws at you.

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American Socrates

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Philosophy isn’t just for academics or armchair thinkers—it’s for anyone navigating the challenges of real life. American Socrates brings philosophy into the real world, showing how it can help you think sharper, make better decisions, and live smarter. Hosted by Charles M. Rupert, this podcast breaks down tough topics like ethics, politics, and life’s biggest questions into practical, half-hour episodes packed with insight and relevance.

Join us to discover a philosophy that’s not just meaningful—but actionable. Subscribe now and take the first step toward better thinking and living. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere you listen.

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The Utopian

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Avg Length 48m

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How can we build a better tomorrow? That's what The Utopian tries to uncover. Our diverse guests working in a range of disciplines share their insight into some of humanity’s most pressing issues. Artwork by Josh Joseph, Hosted by Jeni Dhodary and Caroline Klewinowski
Alien Theorists Theorizing
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Avg Length 77m

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Join The Alien Theorists as they wade through the BS and get inspired by the possibilities. An open-minded comedy podcast discussing: Space exploration, the UFO and ET phenomenon, cold case mysteries, cryptozoology, and anything else in the world of the weird.

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Living Myth

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Mosaic presents Living Myth, a podcast with Michael Meade, renowned mythologist and storyteller. Meade presents mythic stories that offer uniquely insightful and wise ways of understanding the current dilemmas of the world we live in. Living Myth proposes that genuine solutions to the complex and intractable problems of our world require both transcendent imagination and cohering, transformative narratives.
只能喝酒的圖書館
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188 Episodes

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這裡是只能喝酒的圖書館,一個出租成見,探索未知的地方。 疑惑是生命的本質,帶著未知行走探索這個世界,每個人都是本會走路的書。 【只能喝酒的圖書館】是2020年開始的台灣文化媒體Podcast節目,主持人是Otherwise Library主理人Hank & Ting,每週更新,一邊喝酒一邊聊聊人生中的愛恨嗔痴癲,找尋時代的印記與焦慮,關注人生的迷惘,自己的缺乏,關於那些有趣的靈魂,生活的高潮迭起,和觀看生命的獨特哲學與個人價值,還有情感學習。 如果你喜歡我們的節目,歡迎訂閱! 也歡迎留言給我們加油打氣! 遇見有趣的靈魂Otherwise Library https://walkingbook.tw/ 合作邀約 [email protected] -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

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Buddha at the Gas Pump

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Avg Length 103m

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Latest episode 7 days ago

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Conversations with spiritually awakening people.

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Timeless Leadership

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Avg Length 41m

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Scott Monty connects the stories and experiences of modern leaders with lessons of the past that we know to be beautiful, useful or true.
www.timelesstimely.com
Faith Fiction and Folklore Podcast
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Also known as the Try F Podcast, we discuss topics revolving around faith, fiction and folklore.

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The Daily Objective

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The Ayn Rand Centre is dedicated to promoting Ayn Rand’s philosophy of Objectivism in the United Kingdom. The organisation advances Ayn Rand’s ideas by organising speaker events, discussion groups and other activities.

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Against All Oddities

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75 Episodes

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Avg Length 56m

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Latest episode 28 days ago

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The Podcast about three brothers coming to terms with the oddly true or the truthfully odd.

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The Overwhelmed Brain

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Get to the root of emotional issues and learn the best way to relate to yourself and others by honoring your personal boundaries and making decisions that are in alignment with what's most important to you. This is not a "common-sense" personal growth and development show. You won't be told to think positively or create affirmations. The Overwhelmed Brain is about accessing that deeper mental and emotional strength inside you so that you can decrease or even eliminate old fears and evolve into the person you want to be. Learn what your parents or caretakers never taught you about emotional wellness and creating strong, non-toxic bonds with others. If you want the exact instructions that will help improve your life, you're in the right place.
Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux
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1018 Episodes

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The logic of personal, philosophical and political freedom.

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Casement's Leftovers

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80 Episodes

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Serving you hot, socialist, Irish republican takes like you wouldn't believe.
New episodes on the last Thursday of every month, plus bonus eps in between.

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The Daily Objective

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The Ayn Rand Centre is dedicated to promoting Ayn Rand’s philosophy of Objectivism in the United Kingdom. The organisation advances Ayn Rand’s ideas by organising speaker events, discussion groups and other activities.

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Skeleton Keys

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SKELETON KEYS is a podcast dedicated to unlocking the mysteries of mythology and history in pop culture. Each episode is a skeleton key to unlock a particular artist, film, comic or other popular art through myth and history. Hosts, Torri Yates-Orr is an African American Historian and John Bucher is a Mythologist. Together, they take a look at the people, places, and events happening in culture in order to mine out a deeper meaning, having a ton of fun along the way.
2 Pentecostals and a Microphone
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Hosts Jaredith Mize & Bryce Kyle discuss theology, faith, and culture from an Apostolic perspective. This show tackles serious social issues such as race, poverty, gay rights, war, etc. We shy away from nothing.
This was the first discussion style podcast designed with the Apostolic Pentecostal movement in mind.
Jaredith is a UPCI minister, his dad was an ALJC pastor, and his great-grandfather was a PAW pastor, so his roots run deep in the Apostolic movement.
Bryce comes from a diverse background of faith experience. He grew up in the Baptist church and spent several years in a charismatic community church before coming to the Apostolic church. He is pursuing his minister's license as well.
New episodes release every week (let's be honest, we haven't hit that target in a while but it's still the goal)!
The Zen Mountain Monastery Podcast
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The Mountains and Rivers Order (MRO) is a Western Zen Buddhist lineage established by the late John Daido Loori Roshi and dedicated to sharing the dharma as it has been passed down, generation to generation, since the time of Shakyamuni Buddha. Zen Mountain Monastery, the main house of the Mountains and Rivers Order, is one of the West’s most respected Zen Buddhist monasteries and training centers. Nestled in New York’s beautiful Catskill Mountains, the Monastery draws its strength from the ancient tradition of Buddhist monasticism. Since 1980, the Monastery has offered spiritual practitioners traditional and innovative ways to engage the dharma through a wide range of retreats and residential programs that unfold within the context of authentic, full-time Zen monastic training. The Zen Center of New York City: Fire Lotus Temple is the city branch of Zen Mountain Monastery. Supporting home practitioners in the metropolitan area, ZCNYC offers varied practice opportunities within the Eight Gates training matrix.

Philosophy Podcasts

Philosophy podcasts offer a unique opportunity to explore the depths of human knowledge and existence, and the benefits go far beyond the theoretical. Engaging with philosophical ideas can actually have a profound impact on your health, wealth, and overall well-being.

By delving into the big questions of life, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the world around you and your place in it. You'll develop critical thinking skills that can be applied to every aspect of your life, from personal relationships to career advancement. And perhaps most importantly, you'll gain a sense of purpose and meaning that can lead to a more fulfilling life.

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Our listeners have taken the liberty of rating the top philosophy podcasts for you. We're passionate about philosophy podcasts and the ways they can transform your life. That's why we've compiled a list of our absolute favorites, carefully curated to offer a diverse range of perspectives and topics. Whether you're a seasoned philosopher or just dipping your toes into the world of thought, these shows are sure to inspire, challenge, and enrich your life in ways you never thought possible. So tune in and prepare to broaden your horizons like never before.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are philosophy podcasts and how do they explore philosophical topics?

Philosophy podcasts are audio programs that delve into various philosophical topics and engage in thoughtful discussions about them. Hosted by experts, philosophers, or enthusiasts, these podcasts provide a platform for exploring complex philosophical ideas, theories, and debates in an accessible and engaging manner. They often feature interviews with notable philosophers, book reviews, analysis of philosophical texts, and conversations about contemporary issues from a philosophical perspective.

What are some popular philosophy podcasts and where can I find them?

There are numerous popular philosophy podcasts available on the Goodpods. Some well-known examples include "Philosophize This!" hosted by Stephen West, which provides a chronological exploration of philosophical ideas, and "The Partially Examined Life," a podcast that discusses philosophical texts and concepts in an informal and conversational style. Other notable podcasts include "The Philosopher's Zone," "The History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps," and "Hi-Phi Nation." These podcasts can be found on Goodpods.

How can philosophy podcasts benefit listeners?

Philosophy podcasts offer several benefits to listeners. They provide an accessible entry point for individuals interested in exploring philosophical ideas without prior formal training. These podcasts often break down complex concepts, theories, and arguments in an engaging and understandable manner. Listeners can gain knowledge about different philosophical traditions, perspectives, and historical figures, broadening their understanding of the subject. Moreover, philosophy podcasts stimulate critical thinking skills, encourage reflection, and inspire thoughtful discussions about life's big questions.

What are some common topics covered in philosophy podcasts?

Philosophy podcasts cover a wide range of topics, including ethics, metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of mind, philosophy of science, political philosophy, aesthetics, and more. They may delve into specific philosophical theories, such as utilitarianism, existentialism, or Kantian ethics, or explore broader themes like free will, consciousness, the nature of reality, and the meaning of life.

Are philosophy podcasts suitable for beginners in philosophy?

Yes, philosophy podcasts can be an excellent starting point for beginners. They often present complex ideas in an accessible and engaging manner, making philosophical concepts more approachable for those new to the subject. Podcast hosts typically explain philosophical theories, provide historical context, and offer examples to illustrate their points. This helps listeners develop a foundational understanding of philosophical concepts and paves the way for further exploration.