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Reading Plato | The New Thinkery Ep. 4
The New Thinkery
08/17/20 • 70 min
Join Alex, David, and Greg as they discuss how to read Plato, perhaps the most influential philosopher in history, while also talking about the insights that are illuminated by their reading. Plus: Greg has a strange story about a cat and the guys answer mailbag questions.
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02/14/24 • 84 min
Join us as we delve into the profound insights of political philosopher Leo Strauss' Natural Right and History featuring returning special guest Devin Stauffer, Professor and Associate Chair at UT Austin. In this episode, the group unravel the complexities of Chapter 5, Part 1, exploring Thomas Hobbes' enduring impact on political theory.
An Overview of Shakespeare's Hamlet
The New Thinkery
08/02/23 • 60 min
The guys are back this week with a break from the philosophy books, opting instead for another of Shakespeare's great plays. They generally discuss the plot, characters, themes, and more in this episode. This is just the first episode on Hamlet to set the stage, so to speak. There will be deep dives into each act in the future.
Welcome to The New Thinkery
The New Thinkery
07/22/20 • 3 min
Join the crew of The New Thinkery as they talk about the new show, its focus, and introduce themselves. Stay tuned for future releases right here, every Wednesday!
Averroes and al-Ghazali | The New Thinkery Ep. 1
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07/27/20 • 67 min
In the inaugural episode of The New Thinkery, join the guys as they analyze Averroes' Decisive Treatise and al-Ghazali's Decisive Criterion. Their readings of these great works of medieval Islamic philosophy illuminate the relationship between reason and revelation.
If you enjoyed the decisive treatise, check out Charles Butterworth's excellent translation, which contains a very insightful introductory essay and many helpful notes.
Shakespeare's Hamlet, Act I
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09/06/23 • 58 min
Continuing their mini-series on Shakespeare's Hamlet, the guys move from an overview to an thorough analysis of the play's first act. An emphasis is placed on the supernatural elements of the act, as well as the creeping dark atomsphere the act opens with, especailly when compared to the superficial joviality of the second scene that is ultimately unable to fully banish the gloom.
Descartes' Discourse on Method | The New Thinkery Ep. 71
The New Thinkery
12/01/21 • 67 min
This week the guys dive into French philosophy with René Descartes' Discourse on Method. They explain Descartes philosophy and scientific thought while also evaluating its strengths and weaknesses.
Jacob Howland on Glaucon's Fate & Plato's Republic
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07/26/23 • 80 min
This week, the guys are joined by Jacob Howland, author of Glaucon's Fate: History, Myth, and Character in Plato's Republic, among other impressive works, and the McFarlin Professor of Philosophy Emeritus at the University of Tulsa. Howland goes through his analysis and conclusion of Glaucon's fate in Plato's Republic, as well as touhch on additional points concerning the full work. Plus: Greg's (in)famous lightning round!
E. M. Forster's The Machine Stops
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07/19/23 • 64 min
This week, the guys dive into the underground world of E. M. Forster's The Machine Stops. People live in pods, communication is done almost solely by instant messaging/video conferencing, and the omnipotent Machine takes care of people's bodily and spiritual needs. The guys analyze the situation and realizations that arise as the machine breaks down and people are condemned to their fate.
Leo Strauss' What is Political Philosophy?, Part I
The New Thinkery
05/29/24 • 67 min
In this episode, the guys delve into the profound insights of Leo Strauss' seminal work, What is Political Philosophy? while cracking their hallmark lewd jokes. Join them as they explore Strauss' examination of the nature and purpose of political philosophy, setting the stage for a deep dive into his enduring influence on contemporary thought.
Learn more about this episode's sponor, Ralston College, and their immersive Humanities MA!
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FAQ
How many episodes does The New Thinkery have?
The New Thinkery currently has 244 episodes available.
What topics does The New Thinkery cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, History, Funny, Podcasts, Education and Philosophy.
What is the most popular episode on The New Thinkery?
The episode title 'Reading Plato | The New Thinkery Ep. 4' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The New Thinkery?
The average episode length on The New Thinkery is 65 minutes.
How often are episodes of The New Thinkery released?
Episodes of The New Thinkery are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The New Thinkery?
The first episode of The New Thinkery was released on Jul 22, 2020.
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