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For 3,000 years, mankind has grappled with fundamental questions about life. What is real? Who or what is God? When is it legitimate for one person to have power over others? What is justice? Beauty? This 84-lecture, 12-professor tour of Western philosophical tradition covers more than 60 of history's greatest minds and brings you a comprehensive survey of the history of Western philosophy from its origins in classical Greece to the present.

Take a tour of some of the most extraordinary thinkers in history with ‘500 Quotes from Great Minds´. Packed with cherry-picked thoughts, reflections, and observations, it offers inspiring insights into almost every aspect of life, from love and death to art and politics. A superb addition to any coffee table, ‘500 Quotes from Great Minds´ is ideal for those who need a bit of extra motivation. Born in Paris, Charles Baudelaire (1821 – 1867) was one of the most highly-regarded poets of the 19th century.

The quest to understand the mind has motivated some of history's most profound thinkers. But only in our own time are we beginning to see the true complexity of this quest, as today's philosophers draw on the latest evidence from neuroscience, psychology, artificial intelligence, linguistics, and other fields to probe deeply into the inner workings of the mind.

Best-selling historian and philosopher Will Durant devoted his entire life to studying the most significant eras, individuals, and achievements of human history. Here is a summation of Durant's work, as he presents the best of world history. Filled with Durant's renowned wit, knowledge, and unique ability to explain events in simple and exciting terms, it is a concise liberal arts education.

In this course, you will delve deeply into the philosophical underpinnings of the nation, forged by the Puritans and the leaders of the American Revolution. You will also explore many other aspects of the elaborate structure that became modern America, tracing ideas in politics, religion, education, philosophy, psychology, anthropology, literature, social theory, and science - proving that Americans have a much richer intellectual tradition than generally imagined.

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What drives human thought? From Plato to Voltaire, Marcus Aurelius to Isaac Newton, Socrates to Descartes, Aristotle to Rousseau – these five-minute snapshots offer powerful insights into the people who shaped our understanding of life. Whether you're commuting, relaxing, or curious to learn something new: These short, vivid biographies offer quick insights, big ideas, and timeless inspiration.

Addressing the issues of Crime & Punishment in society; The need for Criminal and Social Justice Reform, including Ending Life Without Parole Sentences for Juveniles, Ending The School-To-Prison Pipeline, The need for Re-entry Services and Resources for people returning home from prison, Removing the stigmas associated with incarceration; Rebuilding minority communities; how so-called Black culture is infiltrated, hijacked and indoctrinated with self-hatred by a system built upon racism and classism in entertainment and politics.

In Understanding Artificial Intelligence: Of Minds and Machines, philosopher Patrick Grim traces the story of AI from ancient legends to the neural networks behind today’s breakthroughs. You see how modern systems became so powerful so quickly. You also explore the very meaning of “intelligence,” discovering how modern AI succeeds by drawing on three resources: vast datasets that let systems learn from examples; deep-learning architectures loosely modeled on the brain’s layers; and feedback loops that help models refine their behavior.

From kings and emperors to fearless leaders – this audio collection brings history's most iconic figures to life in just five minutes each. Whether you're commuting, relaxing, or curious to learn something new: These short, vivid biographies offer quick insights, big ideas, and timeless inspiration. From emperors to presidents, queens to revolutionaries – meet the men and women who left their mark on the world stage.

Bala, a Frisco Resident, meeting and knowing wonderful great minds.

Conventional wisdom suggests there is a sharp distinction between emotion and reason. Emotions are seen as inferior, disruptive, primitive, and even bestial forces. These 24 remarkable lectures suggest otherwise-that emotions have intelligence and provide personal strategies that are vitally important to our everyday lives of perceiving, evaluating, appraising, understanding, and acting in the world.

Maury Blackman is a serial entrepreneur who has led high-growth tech companies for more than 25 years. Maury is also an active investor, board member, and advisor to many tech companies. Great Minds Think Data shares exclusive insightful interviews from the most influential industry leaders in the world, covering prominent topics at the intersection of data and the worlds of business, politics, and economics. Maury and his guests explore how commercial businesses and governments can use real-time data to make actionable decisions.

"The Perfect Cocktail!" It’s some history for you, a reason to drink for me! It’s the history of the “Great Minds” that made history come to be… DGMH is a multi-formatted podcast that showcases the history and psychology of some of the Greatest Minds of our shared past. Cheers!

Step into the lives of history's most influential figures as we uncover the untold stories behind the people who changed the world. In each episode, we explore the journeys of visionaries, leaders, and revolutionaries who pushed the boundaries of human achievement. From their personal challenges to their groundbreaking accomplishments, discover how these extraordinary individuals shaped history and continue to inspire future generations.

Welcome to "Scientific Journeys," the podcast that takes you on a captivating exploration of the extraordinary lives of individuals who have shaped the world we live in. Join us as we uncover the remarkable stories of visionaries, trailblazers, and change-makers who have left an indelible mark on history. In each episode, we dive deep into the life and legacy of an influential figure, delving into their personal journey, triumphs, challenges, and the profound impact they have had on society. From scientists and inventors to artists, leaders, and humanitarians, we bring you inspiring narratives...

High Sensitivity is a real term, yet one that has only been researched more recently. Do you know that there are around 20% of us with the High Sensitivity trait?! Unfortunately, not that many people know about it and that's the thing that I wish to change! Hi, my name is Barbora (but everyone calls me Bee) and I am a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). After discovering that this topic is unknown to so many out there, I decided to make The Great Sensitive Mind podcast, where I will talk about living as a HSP and share my journey and thoughts with all other HSPs, or people who are simply interested...

You've probably heard that success is all in the mind. Now let's explore it in more detail. Whatever you want to achieve, in your business, your career and your personal life, I and my guests will help you to succeed, whatever success means to you.

Explore the great minds who tackled the universe's big questions with Fr. Harry J. Gensler, SJ (PhD, University of Michigan), a leading authority on Catholic philosophy and an award-winning professor of Philosophy at Loyola University Chicago. From antiquity to the Information Age, humankind has grappled with the reality of God, the existence of the soul, and the nature of creation. To ponder these questions is what makes us human. Explore how the greatest thinkers of the Catholic tradition approached these questions.