The Mindset, Reality, and Experience of Cultism: An AMA with Salem Marrero
In this AMA, Praxis grad Salem Marrero discusses his experience growing up in the hippie cult Adidam.
Logic & The Liar Paradox – Praxis Philosophy Throwdown Ep 1
This is the first episode of the Praxis Philosophy Throwdown series, hosted by William Nava and James Walpole.
Pressing the Button w/ William Nava and Michael Zigismund
Discussing PressingTheButton.com: The philosophy behind this project, how and why it was created, some of the obstacles encountered thus far, the launch at ISFLC, and what's next for the project.
How Innovators Have Shaped History w/ Stephen Davies
Dr. Davies approaches history with a context radically different from the standard approach, through the lens of innovation rather than politics.
A Cost/Benefit Analysis of the Human Spirit w/ Butler Shaffer
What drives us as humans? Why is it important for us to incorporate the subjective topics of spirituality and emotion into our analysis of harder topics (economics, history, business) and our interaction with the world?
An Exercise in Thought Experiments w/ Dr. James Stacey Taylor
Dr. Taylor leads us through a series of riddles and thought experiments, questions our moral code, and challenges our deepest philosophical beliefs.
Philosophy as an Aid to Social and Political Discourse w/ Andrew Jason Cohen
Most interactions are plagued by empty conversation and meaningless banter. Worse, we "seemingly absorb everything without critically analyzing it." In this session, Cohen examines why.
How I Hacked the System to Earn a Living in Philosophy Without a PhD w/ Steve Patterson
Steve Patterson is breaking all of the rules of traditional academic study by working as a professional philosopher outside of academia.
How to Use Philosophy as a Tool for Introspection and Self-Awareness w/ Emily Crotteau
Combining the tools of analytic philosophy and experimental psychology, Emily leads us through examples and exercises that show us how to build mental models, learn how your own mind works, and gain more control over the process of altering your beliefs and thought-patterns.
Philosophy Experiments w/ James Stacy Taylor
A session of philosophical thought-experiments with Professor James Stacey Taylor.