Philosophy For Our Times

Philosophy For Our Times

Author: IAI Language: English Episodes: 100
Each week, Philosophy For Our Times opens up a space for genuine conversation, moving beyond headlines to examine the deeper questions shaping our world. Produced by the IAI, this podcast naturally draws on a global roster of philosophers, scientists, and cultural critics who don't just offer answers but engage in substantive debates. You'll hear discussions that feel urgent and relevant, whether they're untangling the ethics of new technology, probing the tensions in contemporary politics, or exploring what art tells us about society. The aim is to apply rigorous thought to the issues that dominate the news and our personal lives, making complex ideas accessible without losing their depth. Tuning into this podcast is like having a front-row seat to the conversations that define our moment, delivered with the clarity and nuance that thoughtful examination requires. It’s a weekly invitation to pause and reflect, using philosophy not as a remote discipline but as a vital tool for understanding.
Episodes
Consciousness begins in the body | Antonio Damasio [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:56
Join award-winning neuroscientist Antonio Demasio as he argues that consciousness begins in the body, not the brain, challenging Descartes' legacy and offering a radical new theory of feeling, thought, and self.
The challenge to optimism | Angus Deaton [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:34
Join Sir Angus Deaton and Gillian Tett as they discuss the blind spots of economics, and what it has to learn from politics.
Neoliberalism: A Soviet nightmare | Abby Innes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:25
In this podcast, Dr. Abby Innes explores the surprising parallels between neoliberalism and the Soviet Union, arguing that both are driven by a flawed utopianism.