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fromAeon
1 hour ago
philosophy

Ideas 'of pure genius' - how astronomers have measured the Universe across history | Aeon Videos

The article explores how historical figures contributed to our understanding of the cosmos, especially focusing on Eratosthenes and Kepler.
#political-rhetoric
fromA Philosopher's Blog
23 hours ago
philosophy

Implausible Deniability: Racism & Migration

Racists use coded language to mask their agenda while appealing to non-racist concerns about crime and disease in discussions of migration.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 week ago
philosophy

The Political Value of Mass Shootings

Republicans often exploit emotional situations, asserting it's not the right time for gun control, while ironically neglecting consistent principles of deliberation.
philosophy
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 week ago

The Political Value of Mass Shootings

Republicans often exploit emotional situations, asserting it's not the right time for gun control, while ironically neglecting consistent principles of deliberation.
more#political-rhetoric
#christianity
fromtheconversation.com
2 months ago
philosophy

The sacramental shame' many LGBTQ+ conservative Christians wrestle with and how they findhealing

Kai's journey highlights the conflict of LGBTQ+ identities within conservative Christian frameworks, leading to harmful self-policing and a search for authentic connection.
fromThe Conversation
1 week ago
philosophy

Claims of 'anti-Christian bias' sound to some voters like a message about race, not just religion

Claims of anti-Christian discrimination are often politically motivated and may reflect broader societal issues regarding race and identity.
philosophy
fromtheconversation.com
2 months ago

The sacramental shame' many LGBTQ+ conservative Christians wrestle with and how they findhealing

Kai's journey highlights the conflict of LGBTQ+ identities within conservative Christian frameworks, leading to harmful self-policing and a search for authentic connection.
fromThe Conversation
1 week ago
philosophy

Claims of 'anti-Christian bias' sound to some voters like a message about race, not just religion

Claims of anti-Christian discrimination are often politically motivated and may reflect broader societal issues regarding race and identity.
more#christianity
philosophy
fromApaonline
23 hours ago

Nightclubs, Surveillance, and Nietzsche: The Dance Between Power and Freedom

Social surveillance persists in nightlife, highlighting the tension between perceived freedom and internalized scrutiny.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
23 hours ago

Almost Zion: Remembering a short-lived Jewish state in New York

Mordecai Manuel Noah's vision of Ararat as a Jewish city-state was ultimately unfulfilled as no Jews chose to settle there.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
23 hours ago

Spider-Man's lessons for us all on the responsibility to use our power, great or small, to do good

Spider-Man serves as a moral exemplar, influencing others with his creed of responsibility and relatability.
fromAeon
1 day ago
philosophy

Why my campaign to protest kidnapping in Nigeria failed | Aeon Essays

20 April 2021 marked a tragic day for Greenfield University students, highlighting the escalating insecurity in Nigeria with new tactics employed by armed kidnappers.
fromPhilosophynow
1 day ago
philosophy

Kant Have Cake and Eat It Too!

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#pope-francis
fromThe Conversation
1 day ago
philosophy

Pope Francis filled the College of Cardinals with a diverse group of men - and they'll be picking his successor

The College of Cardinals will begin preparations for the papal funeral and the next election following the death of Pope Francis.
fromThe Conversation
1 week ago
philosophy

What will happen at the funeral of Pope Francis

Pope Francis requested to be buried in Santa Maria Maggiore, highlighting his devotion to the Virgin Mary.
fromThe Conversation
1 week ago
philosophy

Francis, a pope of many firsts: 5 essential reads

Pope Francis' legacy is marked by a blend of tradition, reform, and inclusiveness, deeply influenced by his Jesuit background.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
1 day ago

Pope Francis filled the College of Cardinals with a diverse group of men - and they'll be picking his successor

The College of Cardinals will begin preparations for the papal funeral and the next election following the death of Pope Francis.
fromThe Conversation
1 week ago
philosophy

Francis, a pope of many firsts: 5 essential reads

Pope Francis' legacy is marked by a blend of tradition, reform, and inclusiveness, deeply influenced by his Jesuit background.
more#pope-francis
#healthcare
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 day ago
philosophy

The Darkness Behind the Light of Charity

Charity often highlights underlying systemic issues rather than solely showcasing individual goodwill.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 week ago
philosophy

FAMU Cyber Policy Institute Healthcare Cyber Security Survey

The CyberPolicy Institute at FAMU is conducting a survey to gauge insights on healthcare cybersecurity from IT and healthcare professionals.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 week ago
philosophy

FAMU Cyber Policy Institute Healthcare Cyber Security Survey

The CyberPolicy Institute at FAMU is conducting a survey to gauge insights on healthcare cybersecurity from IT and healthcare professionals.
more#healthcare
#censorship
fromApaonline
1 day ago
philosophy

How Much Freedom of Speech is Too Much? (From a Philosophy of Language Point of View)

The U.S. approach to freedom of speech raises ethical concerns, particularly with the Trump administration's influence on right-wing rhetoric and censorship.
fromApaonline
1 week ago
philosophy

What Are Oppressive Acts? Conceptual Engineering and Pornography

Critique of pornography highlights its role in gender inequity and its classification as an act of oppression against women.
fromApaonline
1 day ago
philosophy

How Much Freedom of Speech is Too Much? (From a Philosophy of Language Point of View)

The U.S. approach to freedom of speech raises ethical concerns, particularly with the Trump administration's influence on right-wing rhetoric and censorship.
fromApaonline
1 week ago
philosophy

What Are Oppressive Acts? Conceptual Engineering and Pornography

Critique of pornography highlights its role in gender inequity and its classification as an act of oppression against women.
more#censorship
fromAeon
2 days ago
philosophy

No, Schrodinger's cat is not alive and dead at the same time | Aeon Essays

Schrödinger's cat illustrates the paradox of superposition in quantum mechanics, bridging complex physics with existential questions.
#documentary
philosophy
fromAeon
2 weeks ago

Children of the Rwandan genocide face a unique stigma 30 years later | Aeon Videos

The documentary highlights the silent struggles of individuals conceived through rape during the Rwandan genocide and their journey towards healing.
fromAeon
1 week ago
philosophy

One man's quest to save an orphaned squirrel, as narrated by David Attenborough | Aeon Videos

The documentary explores the challenges of raising a semi-domesticated grey squirrel while questioning the nature of wildlife and human-animal bonds.
fromAeon
2 days ago
philosophy

Why a single tree, uprooted in a typhoon, means so much to one man in Hanoi | Aeon Videos

The documentary "Banyan Tree" reflects on the emotional ties between people and significant objects, particularly after the devastation caused by Typhoon Yagi.
philosophy
fromAeon
2 weeks ago

Children of the Rwandan genocide face a unique stigma 30 years later | Aeon Videos

The documentary highlights the silent struggles of individuals conceived through rape during the Rwandan genocide and their journey towards healing.
fromAeon
1 week ago
philosophy

One man's quest to save an orphaned squirrel, as narrated by David Attenborough | Aeon Videos

The documentary explores the challenges of raising a semi-domesticated grey squirrel while questioning the nature of wildlife and human-animal bonds.
fromAeon
2 days ago
philosophy

Why a single tree, uprooted in a typhoon, means so much to one man in Hanoi | Aeon Videos

The documentary "Banyan Tree" reflects on the emotional ties between people and significant objects, particularly after the devastation caused by Typhoon Yagi.
more#documentary
fromApaonline
1 day ago
philosophy

APA announces Stephen J. White Prize

The Stephen J. White Prize recognizes exemplary papers by junior philosophers related to Dr. White's work on moral responsibility and practical reasoning.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
2 days ago
philosophy

Can't Say Anything Anymore

Wokeness debates concern the balance between free expression and potential consequences, advocating for an erring-on-the-side-of-freedom perspective.
#ethics
fromA Philosopher's Blog
3 days ago
philosophy

Philanthropy

Philanthropy by billionaires often serves personal interests rather than genuine generosity, raising ethical questions about the motives behind their charitable giving.
fromApaonline
1 week ago
philosophy

APA Member Interview: Patrick D. Anderson

Patrick D. Anderson emphasizes the importance of questioning in philosophy as a means to foster creativity and exploration.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
3 days ago
philosophy

Philanthropy

Philanthropy by billionaires often serves personal interests rather than genuine generosity, raising ethical questions about the motives behind their charitable giving.
fromApaonline
1 week ago
philosophy

APA Member Interview: Patrick D. Anderson

Patrick D. Anderson emphasizes the importance of questioning in philosophy as a means to foster creativity and exploration.
more#ethics
#knowledge
fromBig Think
3 days ago
philosophy

How "Gibson's law" makes it hard to trust experts

A little knowledge can lead to overconfidence and misleading debates.
Disagreement can often emerge from superficial understanding, not genuine expertise.
The distinction of knowledge levels exposes the complexity of expertise.
fromApaonline
1 week ago
philosophy

2019 Central Division Presidential Address: Epistemic Territory

Jennifer Nagel's address highlights the significance of epistemic territory in shaping knowledge claims and social interactions.
The exploration of collective versus individual understanding in epistemology is crucial.
fromBig Think
3 days ago
philosophy

How "Gibson's law" makes it hard to trust experts

A little knowledge can lead to overconfidence and misleading debates.
Disagreement can often emerge from superficial understanding, not genuine expertise.
The distinction of knowledge levels exposes the complexity of expertise.
fromApaonline
1 week ago
philosophy

2019 Central Division Presidential Address: Epistemic Territory

Jennifer Nagel's address highlights the significance of epistemic territory in shaping knowledge claims and social interactions.
The exploration of collective versus individual understanding in epistemology is crucial.
more#knowledge
fromApaonline
4 days ago
philosophy

Introducing APA mini series: Professional Rights and Academic Freedom

The APA Mini-Series Blog aims to foster discussions on professional rights and academic freedom for philosophers.
#education
fromApaonline
6 days ago
philosophy

Reflections on Teaching Logic

Philosophers need to improve self-reflection on teaching practices despite their strong inclination to understand fundamental truths.
fromThe Philosopher
3 days ago
philosophy

Towards an Art of Punishment

Gossip can scatter like feathers in the wind, difficult to reclaim once spread.
fromwarpweftandway.com
1 week ago
philosophy

Collaborative Learning Project events this week

The Collaborative Learning Project hosts three inclusive, free events this week, requiring no pre-registration.
fromApaonline
6 days ago
philosophy

Reflections on Teaching Logic

Philosophers need to improve self-reflection on teaching practices despite their strong inclination to understand fundamental truths.
fromThe Philosopher
3 days ago
philosophy

Towards an Art of Punishment

Gossip can scatter like feathers in the wind, difficult to reclaim once spread.
fromwarpweftandway.com
1 week ago
philosophy

Collaborative Learning Project events this week

The Collaborative Learning Project hosts three inclusive, free events this week, requiring no pre-registration.
more#education
philosophy
fromAeon
5 days ago

Why Pale Blue Dot generates feelings of cosmic insignificance | Aeon Essays

The Pale Blue Dot image exemplifies humanity's cosmic insignificance amidst the vast universe.
philosophy
fromApaonline
4 days ago

Recently Published Book Spotlight: Trans Philosophy

Trans philosophy has historically been underrepresented but is gaining traction through the efforts of diverse voices and recent academic gatherings.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
4 days ago

'I were but little happy, if I could say how much': Shakespeare's insights on happiness have held up for more than 400 years

Happiness is relational, emphasizing the roles of caring and sharing in well-being.
The U.S. ranks 24th in the World Happiness Report, its lowest position since 2012.
fromThe Conversation
4 days ago
philosophy

Colors are objective, according to two philosophers even though the blue you see doesn't match what I see

Colors, while perceived differently by individuals, are objective features resembling measurable quantities like length and temperature.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
4 days ago
philosophy

Watches, Art and Ownership

Artists often struggle to retain rights over their work even after sale, leading to legal disputes concerning modifications and ownership.
The ongoing debate centers on the extent of ARTIST's rights after a piece has been sold.
fromWarpweftandway
4 days ago
philosophy

CFP: ISEAP Conference on Progressive East Asian Philosophy

ISEAP's 5th international conference will focus on Progressive East Asian Philosophy, aimed at understanding progress through East Asian traditions.
#music
fromApaonline
3 weeks ago
philosophy

Separate But Equal Cosmologies?

Stephon Alexander highlights intersectionality in physics and music while discussing the racial barriers faced by Black physicists.
fromApaonline
4 days ago
philosophy

APA Member Interview, Peter Alward

Peter Alward explores referential anti-realism in fiction, asserting one can discuss non-existent characters meaningfully.
fromApaonline
3 weeks ago
philosophy

Separate But Equal Cosmologies?

Stephon Alexander highlights intersectionality in physics and music while discussing the racial barriers faced by Black physicists.
fromApaonline
4 days ago
philosophy

APA Member Interview, Peter Alward

Peter Alward explores referential anti-realism in fiction, asserting one can discuss non-existent characters meaningfully.
more#music
#comparative-philosophy
fromWarpweftandway
4 days ago
philosophy

CFP: Weaving Together: Comparative Approaches to Process Philosophy

The ISCP invites proposals for an edited volume on process philosophy as a comparative framework.
Submissions should explore historical and contemporary implications of process thought across cultures.
fromWarpweftandway
1 week ago
philosophy

Job Opening: Researcher Position at Academia Sinica

Academia Sinica is hiring researchers specializing in comparative philosophy with a focus on comprehensive academic credentials.
fromWarpweftandway
4 days ago
philosophy

CFP: Weaving Together: Comparative Approaches to Process Philosophy

The ISCP invites proposals for an edited volume on process philosophy as a comparative framework.
Submissions should explore historical and contemporary implications of process thought across cultures.
fromWarpweftandway
1 week ago
philosophy

Job Opening: Researcher Position at Academia Sinica

Academia Sinica is hiring researchers specializing in comparative philosophy with a focus on comprehensive academic credentials.
more#comparative-philosophy
#literature
fromAeon
1 week ago
philosophy

Why Orwell urged his readers to celebrate the spring, cynics be damned | Aeon Videos

George Orwell celebrates the joys of spring and its accessibility to all, even in difficult environments.
fromAeon
1 week ago
philosophy

How the last letters of the condemned can teach us how to live | Aeon Essays

Last letters reveal the deep emotional truths of imminent death, highlighting a unique but universal human experience.
philosophy
fromAeon
1 week ago

Why Orwell urged his readers to celebrate the spring, cynics be damned | Aeon Videos

George Orwell celebrates the joys of spring and its accessibility to all, even in difficult environments.
fromAeon
1 week ago
philosophy

How the last letters of the condemned can teach us how to live | Aeon Essays

Last letters reveal the deep emotional truths of imminent death, highlighting a unique but universal human experience.
more#literature
#cultural-identity
philosophy
fromApaonline
6 days ago

The Cultural Case for Saving Endangered Languages

Linguistic purism serves cultural preservation and identity.
It combats colonialism and allows speakers to feel at home in their language.
philosophy
fromApaonline
1 week ago

The Aesthetics of Black Madness

Fanon's contributions to art and theory remain relevant to contemporary political struggles and cultural identity.
philosophy
fromApaonline
6 days ago

The Cultural Case for Saving Endangered Languages

Linguistic purism serves cultural preservation and identity.
It combats colonialism and allows speakers to feel at home in their language.
philosophy
fromApaonline
1 week ago

The Aesthetics of Black Madness

Fanon's contributions to art and theory remain relevant to contemporary political struggles and cultural identity.
more#cultural-identity
#gun-violence
more#gun-violence
philosophy
fromAeon
1 week ago

Meet the woman who initiated Socrates in the philosophy of love | Aeon Essays

Socrates learns about love from Diotima, challenging traditional views on wisdom and gender in ancient philosophy.
#politics
fromApaonline
2 weeks ago
philosophy

Are We All Hypocrites About the Rule of Law?

The rule of law is nuanced, with perceptions of legal violations influenced by individual and ideological judgments.
fromApaonline
1 week ago
philosophy

Comedy's Phenomenology

Comedy's liberatory potential can be understood by framing it as a mode of being rather than merely an object of inquiry.
fromApaonline
2 weeks ago
philosophy

Are We All Hypocrites About the Rule of Law?

The rule of law is nuanced, with perceptions of legal violations influenced by individual and ideological judgments.
fromApaonline
1 week ago
philosophy

Comedy's Phenomenology

Comedy's liberatory potential can be understood by framing it as a mode of being rather than merely an object of inquiry.
more#politics
fromAeon
1 week ago
philosophy

On the Norwegian coast, a tree is transformed into a boat the old-fashioned way | Aeon Videos

The video showcases 19th-century boat-building methods, emphasizing craftsmanship and local resource use.
fromThe Conversation
1 week ago
philosophy

Is a corporation a slave? Many philosophers think so

Corporations can be viewed as slaves to their shareholders despite being recognized as legal persons.
#violence
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 week ago
philosophy

Mass Shootings & Video Games

The notion that video games cause mass shootings lacks statistical support and does not account for differing international violence rates.
fromThe Philosopher
2 weeks ago
philosophy

"Primal Fear: The Weaponisation of Nothingness" By Brad Evans (Keywords: Violence; Bodies; Disappearance; State Power; Sovereignty)

Sovereign power is characterized by an excess that manifests through the 'violence of disappearance', subtly influencing society yet remaining unseen.
fromThe Philosopher
2 weeks ago
philosophy

"Primal Fear: The Weaponisation of Nothingness" By Brad Evans (Keywords: Violence; Bodies; Disappearance; State Power; Sovereignty)

Sovereign power is characterized by an excess that manifests through the 'violence of disappearance', subtly influencing society yet remaining unseen.
more#violence
philosophy
fromThe Philosopher
1 week ago

The Pandemic Was A Portal

The rhetoric surrounding Covid-19 has shifted from collective solidarity to individual responsibility, highlighting social disparities in health outcomes.
#technology
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 week ago
philosophy

The Walkman & Prophecies of Doom

The Walkman reminds us that technological innovations often provoke unfounded fears about youth and society.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 week ago
philosophy

The Walkman & Prophecies of Doom

The Walkman reminds us that technological innovations often provoke unfounded fears about youth and society.
more#technology
philosophy
fromAeon
1 week ago

Why we're searching for alien tech in the solar system | Aeon Essays

Extraterrestrial technology may exist within our solar system, challenging humanity's understanding of its place in the universe.
fromApaonline
1 week ago
philosophy

Life as a Flow

Authenticity involves understanding oneself deeply to live a true life beyond mere self-knowledge.
fromApaonline
1 week ago
philosophy

Valuation Pipelines in AI

AI ethics discussions often lack clarity and consensus on terms like fairness.
Operationalizing ethical constructs in AI reveals complexities and challenges in establishing meaningful metrics.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
1 week ago

Ethical leadership can boost well-being and performance in remote work environments

Ethical leadership boosts employee performance and commitment, even in remote work settings.
#public-safety
philosophy
fromApaonline
1 week ago

Private Guns and Public Safety: Making Sense of the Tension

Balancing individual rights with public good is crucial in the gun control debate.
Gun ownership is linked to personal safety, complicating regulatory discussions.
philosophy
fromA Philosopher's Blog
2 weeks ago

Guns in Cars

Tennessee leads in gun thefts from unlocked vehicles, driven by permissive laws and societal fear.
Proposals to require gun owners to secure firearms face significant opposition.
philosophy
fromApaonline
1 week ago

Private Guns and Public Safety: Making Sense of the Tension

Balancing individual rights with public good is crucial in the gun control debate.
Gun ownership is linked to personal safety, complicating regulatory discussions.
philosophy
fromA Philosopher's Blog
2 weeks ago

Guns in Cars

Tennessee leads in gun thefts from unlocked vehicles, driven by permissive laws and societal fear.
Proposals to require gun owners to secure firearms face significant opposition.
more#public-safety
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
1 week ago

Patriots' Day: How far-right groups hijack history and patriotic symbols to advance their cause, according to an expert on extremism

Patriots' Day is significant but has been misappropriated by extremist groups to push radical agendas.
fromApaonline
1 week ago
philosophy

On Grand Strategy: A Transdisciplinary Analysis of its Interplay with Human Nature, National Security and Strategic Culture

The evolution of American leadership raises complex questions about global power dynamics involving the U.S., Russia, and China.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
1 week ago

Railways were essential to carrying out the Holocaust - decades later, corporate reckoning continues

Corporate participation is crucial in historical atrocities like the Holocaust, highlighting the role railways played in transportation to death camps.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 weeks ago

Black Americans are more likely than other racial groups to express their faith in the workplace

Black workers are the most comfortable discussing their faith at work but face risks of religious discrimination.
#artificial-intelligence
philosophy
fromApaonline
2 weeks ago

Navigating the Ethics and Ontology of Human Neuron-Microchip Biocomputers

Researchers at Monash University created 'DishBrain', a neuronal system that plays Pong, showcasing synthetic biological intelligence.
fromAeon
2 weeks ago
philosophy

A future in which 'artificial scientists' make discoveries may not be far away | Aeon Videos

Mario Krenn's AI-driven research could revolutionize experimental physics by discovering new methods beyond human capabilities.
philosophy
fromApaonline
2 weeks ago

Navigating the Ethics and Ontology of Human Neuron-Microchip Biocomputers

Researchers at Monash University created 'DishBrain', a neuronal system that plays Pong, showcasing synthetic biological intelligence.
fromAeon
2 weeks ago
philosophy

A future in which 'artificial scientists' make discoveries may not be far away | Aeon Videos

Mario Krenn's AI-driven research could revolutionize experimental physics by discovering new methods beyond human capabilities.
more#artificial-intelligence
fromApaonline
1 week ago
philosophy

John Cage's 4'33" and Experimental Phenomenology

The cover of John Cage's 4'33" by Dead Territory enhances phenomenological understanding by encouraging a deep reflection on sound and silence.
fromWarpweftandway
2 weeks ago
philosophy

On-cho Ng on "Dai Zhen's Hermeneutics" in Neo-Confucian Studies Seminar at Columbia on May 2

On-cho Ng will present 'Dai Zhen's Hermeneutics' at the Neo-Confucian Studies Seminar on May 2 at Columbia University.
fromAeon
2 weeks ago
philosophy

A resurrected defence of beanbag genetics | Aeon Essays

Life's complexity showcases interconnectedness from small molecules to large ecosystems, revealing evolutionary patterns.
fromApaonline
2 weeks ago
philosophy

On Sentimental Value

Sentimental value stems from personal connections to objects, not their monetary or aesthetic worth.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
3 weeks ago

The 'courage to be' in uncertain times how one 20th-century philosopher defined bravery

Zelenskyy's defense of Ukraine illustrates the essence of political courage in challenging times.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 weeks ago

Perceived consensus drives moral intolerance in a time of identity-driven politics and online bubbles

Moral disagreements lead to social exclusion and hostility within communities.
philosophy
fromAeon
2 weeks ago

A psychologist and biologist debate the significance of testosterone | Aeon Essays

Biology and society both shape masculine and feminine traits, revealing the complexity of gender identity and behavior.
philosophy
fromApaonline
2 weeks ago

Towards a Democratic Economy

Firms exert more governance over employees than democratic states do, highlighting the need for workplace democracy.
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