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The Philosophy of Living Well

The Philosophy of Living Well

Professor Luke Russell

In this series of podcasts, University of Sydney philosopher Luke Russell is joined by a series of guests to examine the nature of the good life. What is it to live well? How should we treat other people? How should we respond when things go wrong? Which goals are worth pursuing? These fascinating discussions reveal a variety of competing conceptions of human flourishing, and help you to think more clearly about how you ought to live.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Philosophy of Living Well episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Philosophy of Living Well for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The Philosophy of Living Well episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

The Philosophy of Living Well - Liberalism and the Good Life

Liberalism and the Good Life

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12/11/24 • 25 min

Liberalism – a value system that prioritises equality, reciprocity, tolerance, and fairness – is under attack from all sides. In this episode, Luke Russell and Alex Lefebvre consider whether liberalism could count as a free-standing and defensible conception of the good life. They examine the relationship between liberal values and other things that matter, including knowledge and achievement, and they explore the tensions that can arise within liberalism itself.

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The Philosophy of Living Well - Is there More to Life than Happiness?

Is there More to Life than Happiness?

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11/27/24 • 22 min

Everyone hopes to find happiness, but what is that they are seeking? In this episode, Luke Russell and Caroline West discuss the difference between feeling good and living well, and explain some of the ways in which we fail to predict what will make us happy. They also consider whether it would ever make sense to choose a more meaningful life over a happier life.

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The Philosophy of Living Well - Anger, Forgiveness, and Moving On

Anger, Forgiveness, and Moving On

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12/18/24 • 25 min

Victims of wrongdoing are frequently encouraged to forgive and move on, but we seldom pause to ask what forgiveness amounts to. In this episode, Luke Russell and guest Glen Pettigrove discuss why forgiveness is beneficial, and ponder the question as to whether sometimes it might be too dangerous to forgive. The episode also looks at the connection between forgiveness and love, and asks whether it makes sense to forgive someone for blamelessly breaking your heart.

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The Philosophy of Living Well - Blaming Yourself Better

Blaming Yourself Better

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12/04/24 • 19 min

Self-help gurus often recommend that you stop blaming yourself. In this episode, Luke Russell and Hannah Tierney ask whether this really is good advice. They outline the nature of self-blame, explore the ways in which it can become dysfunctional, and try to figure out when blaming yourself might help you to repair the damage done by your own wrongdoing.

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FAQ

How many episodes does The Philosophy of Living Well have?

The Philosophy of Living Well currently has 4 episodes available.

What topics does The Philosophy of Living Well cover?

The podcast is about Happiness, Society & Culture, Podcasts, Forgiveness, Education and Philosophy.

What is the most popular episode on The Philosophy of Living Well?

The episode title 'Anger, Forgiveness, and Moving On' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Philosophy of Living Well?

The average episode length on The Philosophy of Living Well is 23 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Philosophy of Living Well released?

Episodes of The Philosophy of Living Well are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of The Philosophy of Living Well?

The first episode of The Philosophy of Living Well was released on Nov 27, 2024.

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