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Philosophy 101

Philosophy 101

Written by: Bookworm
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 Philosophy 101 is your gateway into the world of big ideas. Whether you’re new to philosophy or just looking to revisit the classics, each episode breaks down major thinkers, concepts, and questions in a way that’s clear, engaging, and easy to follow. No jargon. No gatekeeping. Just real conversations about the books, authors and ideas that have shaped the world and the ones that still shape how we live today.Bookworm
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  • Podcasts return, rejoice!

    Podcasts return, rejoice!
    Sep 16 2025

    We're back!
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    1 min
  • The Rationality Trap: Inside Newcomb’s Paradox

    The Rationality Trap: Inside Newcomb’s Paradox
    Aug 1 2025

    In this episode, we dive into Newcomb’s Paradox, a thought experiment that has puzzled philosophers, economists, and decision theorists for decades. At the heart of the dilemma lies a powerful predictor, a tempting reward, and a choice that challenges our ideas about free will, rationality, and causality. Join us as we unravel the paradox, explore its implications for AI and game theory, and ask: when prediction seems perfect, what does it really mean to choose?
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    35 mins
  • Hans Jonas - Divine Limitation and the Problem of Evil

    Hans Jonas - Divine Limitation and the Problem of Evil
    Jul 25 2025

    What if God is not all-powerful? In this episode, we explore the bold and compassionate philosophy of Hans Jonas, who reimagines the divine in light of the Holocaust and the enduring problem of evil. Drawing from theology, existentialism, and ethics, Jonas argues that divine self-limitation may be the only way to make sense of a world where suffering exists. We dive into his provocative ideas on responsibility, freedom, and what it means to believe after Auschwitz.
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    16 mins
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