The Labyrinth: critical theory, culture, and politics

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The Matrix: The Value of Reality Feb 14, 2019

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The original Matrix film has become a cultural phenomenon, one that seems only to gain further relevance with age. A film originally released in 1999 was ahead of its time for the questions it raised. The question I want you to consider today: is it so crazy to plug into the Matrix?Thanks for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review!Support the Podcast and Gain Full Access: https://www.patreon.com/thephilosophyguyTwitter: @brendenweber_Amazon Banner link: https://amzn.to/2C6nnCTEmail: thephilosophyguy2@gmail.comVenmo tip jar: @brenden-weberYou can also support me by clapping my Medium posts: https://medium.com/@brendenweberWebsite: https://thephilosophyguy.fireside.fm/A Philosopher's Stone Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/b747e897b383/aphilosophersstoneA Philosopher's Stone Publication: https://medium.com/the-philosophers-stone

A Simplified History of Western Philosophy Feb 04, 2019

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This episode is an oversimplified, hopefully, more fun version of the history of Western philosophy. Have I missed things? Yes, many. But this episode is a bite-sized version of the history. Tune in! Thanks for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review!Support the Podcast and Gain Full Access: https://www.patreon.com/thephilosophyguyTwitter: @brendenweber_Amazon Banner link: https://amzn.to/2C6nnCTEmail: thephilosophyguy2@gmail.comVenmo tip jar: @brenden-weberYou can also support me by clapping my Medium posts: https://medium.com/@brendenweberWebsite: https://thephilosophyguy.fireside.fm/A Philosopher's Stone Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/b747e897b383/aphilosophersstoneA Philosopher's Stone Publication: https://medium.com/the-philosophers-stone

Bad Philosophy: The Big Bang Theory Jan 22, 2019

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In today's episode, I examine the bad philosophy presented in the hit tv show, The Big Bang Theory. Does the Big Bang Theory misrepresent nerd culture? Thanks for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review!Support the Podcast and Gain Full Access: https://www.patreon.com/thephilosophyguyTwitter: @brendenweber_Amazon Banner link: https://amzn.to/2C6nnCTEmail: thephilosophyguy2@gmail.comVenmo tip jar: @brenden-weberYou can also support me by clapping my Medium posts: https://medium.com/@brendenweberWebsite: https://thephilosophyguy.fireside.fm/A Philosopher's Stone Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/b747e897b383/aphilosophersstoneA Philosopher's Stone Publication: https://medium.com/the-philosophers-stone

Black Mirror Bandersnatch: The Illusion of Choice Dec 29, 2018

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In today's episode, I do a philosophy quick take on the new Netflix addition of Black Mirror: Bandersnatch. I examine its commentary on the idea of free will and the illusion of choice. Are our lives predetermined just like films, tv shows, and video games? Thanks for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review!Support the Podcast and Gain Full Access: https://www.patreon.com/thephilosophyguyTwitter: @brendenweber_Amazon Banner link: https://amzn.to/2C6nnCTEmail: thephilosophyguy2@gmail.comVenmo tip jar: @brenden-weberYou can also support me by clapping my Medium posts: https://medium.com/@brendenweberWebsite: https://thephilosophyguy.fireside.fm/A Philosopher's Stone Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/b747e897b383/aphilosophersstoneA Philosopher's Stone Publication: https://medium.com/the-philosophers-stone

Harry Potter: Love and Death Dec 23, 2018

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What is choices role in Harry Potter? What does it mean to accept or deny death? What role does our understanding of death play in our understanding of love? Why does this matter? What is the contrast between Voldemort and Harry in relation to death? What does the Harry Potter series ultimately say about love and death? All of this discussed, tune in! Some info mentioned: Aristotle, Greek Mythology, and JesusThanks for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review!Support the Podcast and Gain Full Access: https://www.patreon.com/thephilosophyguyTwitter: @brendenweber_Amazon Banner link: https://amzn.to/2C6nnCTEmail: thephilosophyguy2@gmail.comVenmo tip jar: @brenden-weberYou can also support me by clapping my Medium posts: https://medium.com/@brendenweberWebsite: https://thephilosophyguy.fireside.fm/A Philosopher's Stone Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/b747e897b383/aphilosophersstoneA Philosopher's Stone Publication: https://medium.com/the-philosophers-stone

Inception: Contradictions with a Purpose Dec 11, 2018

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In this episode, we analyze the philosophy of Inception. We look at an obvious contradiction that is present throughout the film. But what is its purpose? This question inevitably brings up, is the entire film in the mind of Cobb? If true, does this destroy the meaning of the film? What is the meaning of the film? All of this discussed, tune in! Thanks for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review!Similar Theory: https://arcdigital.media/the-ultimate-is-inception-a-dream-theory-11152a73a226Support the Podcast and Gain Full Access: https://www.patreon.com/thephilosophyguyTwitter: @brendenweber_Amazon Banner link: https://amzn.to/2C6nnCTEmail: thephilosophyguy2@gmail.comVenmo tip jar: @brenden-weberYou can also support me by clapping my Medium posts: https://medium.com/@brendenweberWebsite: https://thephilosophyguy.fireside.fm/A Philosopher's Stone Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/b747e897b383/aphilosophersstoneA Philosopher's Stone Publication: https://medium.com/the-philosophers-stone

Rick & Morty: The Psychology of Rick Dec 02, 2018

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In this episode, I consider the Psychology of Rick. Is Rick destined to be miserable because of his intelligence? Can being smart make you miserable? I consider some research in psychology to help answer these questions. Is this question a matter of nature or nurture? What does being intelligent have to do with being creative? Is any of this an excuse for Rick's bad behavior? All of this discussed, tune in! Using the links below you can enter my special book giveaway. You can do so by leaving me a podcast review, joining my newsletter, or becoming a Patreon supporter. The introduction to the episode has more details!Thanks for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review. Support the Podcast and Gain Full Access: https://www.patreon.com/thephilosophyguyTwitter: @brendenweber_Amazon Banner link: https://amzn.to/2C6nnCTEmail: thephilosophyguy2@gmail.comVenmo tip jar: @brenden-weberYou can also support me by clapping my Medium posts: https://medium.com/@brendenweberWebsite: https://thephilosophyguy.fireside.fm/A Philosopher's Stone Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/b747e897b383/aphilosophersstoneA Philosopher's Stone Publication: https://medium.com/the-philosophers-stone

Philosophy of The Big Lebowski Nov 27, 2018

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In this episode, I analyze the cult classic, The Big Lebowski. Is the film providing commentary on postmodernism? Or is it a more Stoic take on life? What is the philosophy of The Dude? Should we be more like The Dude? All of this discussed, tune in! Please subscribe, rate and review to help out the show! Support the Podcast and Gain Full Access: https://www.patreon.com/thephilosophyguyTwitter: @brendenweber_Amazon Banner link: https://amzn.to/2C6nnCTEmail: thephilosophyguy2@gmail.comVenmo tip jar: @brenden-weberYou can also support me by clapping my Medium posts: https://medium.com/@brendenweberWebsite: https://thephilosophyguy.fireside.fm/

BoJack Horseman on Loneliness, Depression, and Self Nov 14, 2018

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Today's episode I analyze the Netflix show BoJack Horseman and the philosophy of it. Focussing on the show's commentary of loneliness, depression, and the self through the lens of the main character, BoJack Horseman. Tune in! Please subscribe, rate and review to help out the show! Support the Podcast and Gain Full Access: https://www.patreon.com/thephilosophyguyTwitter: @brendenweber_Amazon Banner link: https://amzn.to/2C6nnCTEmail: thephilosophyguy2@gmail.comVenmo tip jar: @brenden-weberYou can also support me by clapping my Medium posts: https://medium.com/@brendenweberWebsite: https://thephilosophyguy.fireside.fm/

Stoicism in Pop Culture and Politics Nov 06, 2018

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In today's episode, I analyze the recent and rising cultural movement of the Stoic school of thought.What's this mindset all about? Is Stocism helpful? What are the shortcomings of Stoicism? Who is embracing this type of thinking? Is this way of thanking being transferred into our political discourse?All of this discussed, tune in! Please subscribe, rate and review to help out the show! Support the Podcast and Gain Full Access: https://www.patreon.com/thephilosophyguyTwitter: @brendenweber_Amazon Banner link: https://amzn.to/2C6nnCTEmail: thephilosophyguy2@gmail.comVenmo tip jar: @brenden-weberYou can also support me by clapping my Medium posts: https://medium.com/@brendenweber

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