“The Blind Spot in Perception: Cognitive Science, Asian Philosophy, and Mystical Insight” – Evan Thompson & John Vervaeke ▶️

Evan Thompson is a philosopher and author, specializing in the integration of cognitive science, philosophy of mind, and Asian philosophical traditions. Based at the University of British Columbia, his work, including his recent book The Blind Spot, examines the intersections of consciousness, experience, and reality through a comprehensive interdisciplinary approach. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FEYm8ehaTE Can cognitive science, philosophy,…

Immanuel Kant’s radical philosophy | DW History & Culture ▶️

April 14, 2024 | Use your brain! With that message, Immanuel Kant called on people to think for themselves. Born 300 years ago in Königsberg, Prussia, he developed his philosophy in a world of absolutist rulers. He confidently called on people to stop allowing themselves to be treated like "dumb animals" by politicians and the…

“The embarassing Islamic apologetics of Ali Dawah” – Stephen Woodford | Rationality Rules ▶️

Stephen Woodford, the mastermind behind Rationality Rules on YouTube, is an English YouTuber who responds to religious arguments. He debunks the ludicrous "arguments" of a Muslim fanatic for the existence of God. An argument based on the word of honour would be way more convincing: As is only fair, I itemized the arguments favorable to God;…

“Arc of life” – Daniel Dennett | The Institute of Art and Ideas ▶️

This full interview was recorded two years ago and it has just been released to celebrate the extraordinary work and thought of Daniel Dennett (1942-2024). Daniel Clement Dennett III was an American philosopher and cognitive scientist. His research centered on the philosophy of mind, the philosophy of science, and the philosophy of biology, particularly as…

“Can religion be explained without God?” – Daniel Dennett | Closer To Truth ▶️

April 19, 2024 | Religion without God? Most people believe that God exists and religion is God’s revelation. But some say religion, particularly the organization of religion into institutions, needs nothing supernatural to begin, develop and multiply. In other words, religion without God can flourish because personal psychology and group sociology drive religion. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHvIXe4DOEc&ab_channel=CloserToTruth Daniel…

“Impactos da tecnologia na saúde mental” – Arthur Lima | Café Filosófico CPFL ▶️

Chegamos a tal ponto no avanço tecnológico que são desenvolvidos novos aplicativos para nos ajudar a parar de usar aplicativos. Enquanto a tecnologia prospera, como fica a nossa saúde mental? O cirurgião-dentista e Mestre em Saúde, Ambiente e Trabalho, Arthur Lima, ministra a palestra Impactos da Tecnologia na Saúde Mental. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEAr8gRnDZc&ab_channel=Caf%C3%A9Filos%C3%B3ficoCPFL Até que ponto podemos…

“The rise of Christian Nationalism in the United States” – Andrew WHITEHEAD; David GOLDENBERG; William CAVANAUGH ▶️

A panel discussion about the rise of Christian Nationalism in the United States. Moderated by Dr. Michael Hollerich, professor emeritus of historical theology at the University of St. Thomas, we will hear from each of the following scholars before a Q&A session with our viewers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJF_RrKVFkQ&ab_channel=UniversityofSt.Thomas%7CMinnesota Andrew Whitehead is an Associate Professor of Sociology and…

False White Gospel: Rejecting Christian Nationalism, Reclaiming True Faith, and Refounding Democracy | Center on Faith and Justice ▶️

"Everyone who claims to be 'Christian' or else claims to be upset by 'Christianity' needs to read this book, especially politicians using people's supposed faith for their own ends." —Margaret E. Atwood"Jim Wallis calls the nation to grow up and he calls us all to fight the love battle to save the soul of America."…

“O amor ainda é possível na velocidade 5G?” – Carol Tilkian | Café Filosófico CPFL ▶️

"Quem se importa menos, ganha. [...] Todo relacionamento é uma ilusão. E é real." Estes são alguns dos preciosos insights de Carol Tilkian sobre o amor on-demand e as relações humanas na era da Internet 5G — repletas de "conexões", mas sem nenhum vínculo. Eros agoniza, diria Byung-Chul Han. Agonizante, mas vivo. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRHuhNguzKg&ab_channel=Caf%C3%A9Filos%C3%B3ficoCPFL A tecnologia…

“Public Reasoning and the Role of Logos in Gorgias and Aristotle” – Veronika Konrádová

Revista Πηγή / Fons, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M), 6(1), 15-29, 2022 [PDF] Este artículo se centra en el papel del discurso público en el proceso de deliberación política y aprobación de decisiones colectivas. En concreto, se presta atención a la reflexión de Gorgias y Aristóteles sobre el papel del logos persuasivo en el dominio del razonamiento…