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Mentioned in 16 episodes
Twilight of the idols
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Twilight of the Idols, or How to Philosophize with a Hammer, is a collection of aphorisms and essays by Friedrich Nietzsche.
It represents a sharp critique of traditional philosophical and religious systems, particularly targeting what he sees as 'idols' or false beliefs.
Nietzsche's style is characterized by its provocative and often paradoxical statements, challenging readers to question established norms and values.
The work explores themes of morality, truth, and the nature of power, influencing subsequent philosophical and cultural movements.
It is considered one of Nietzsche's most accessible and influential works.
It represents a sharp critique of traditional philosophical and religious systems, particularly targeting what he sees as 'idols' or false beliefs.
Nietzsche's style is characterized by its provocative and often paradoxical statements, challenging readers to question established norms and values.
The work explores themes of morality, truth, and the nature of power, influencing subsequent philosophical and cultural movements.
It is considered one of Nietzsche's most accessible and influential works.
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Mentioned in 16 episodes
Mentioned by 
Stephen West
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Episode #214 ... Framing our Being in a completely different way. (Heidegger)
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Stephen West
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Episode #212 ... Nietzsche and Critchley on the tragic perspective. (Amor Fati pt. 2)
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Alex Petkus
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107 - Caesar 1: Man of Destiny
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Matt McManus
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Taking Nietzsche seriously
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Fr. Bonaventure Chapman
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What Nietzsche Got Right
Mentioned by the host as a work that further develops the ideas presented in "The Gay Science."
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The Gay Science #1 (Preface, I.1 - I.9)
Mentioned as sometimes recommended as a starting point, but the structure is disjointed.
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Special Episode: Nietzsche Podcast Reading Guide
Mentioned by the speaker while discussing Nietzsche's work.
Response to Philosophy Tube
Mentioned by the podcast hosts as an 1888 book summarizing his philosophy and critiquing his society's founding myths.
Episode 178: Nietzsche as Social Critic: "Twilight of the Idols" (Part One)
Mentioned throughout the episode as the author of "Twilight of Idols", and the episode analyzes his psychological approach to philosophy.
93: The Idle Hours of a Psychologist
Mentioned by the speaker as a work written in the same year as Ecce Homo.
94: Nietzsche Reviews His Own Books
Mentioned when discussing Nietzsche's views on the senses and truth.
The Gay Science #11 (III.114-III.124)
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Mike Watson
EP21: Is There Space for Revolutionary Thought Online? (Interview with Mike Watson)
Mentioned when discussing Nietzsche's critique of erroneous habits of thought.
92: The Four Great Errors
Mentioned in the context of discussing Nietzsche's views on the relationship between science and art.
87: Science and Wisdom in Battle
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Wes Cecil
Major Thinkers - Friedrich Nietzsche - Ep. 1
Mentioned as containing the quote 'today we know that it, i.e. the will, is merely a word'.
114: Martin Heidegger, pt 2 - The Will to Power as Art
Mentioned as containing Nietzsche's thoughts on Dostoevsky, specifically in the sections discussing Nietzsche as a psychologist.
Q&A #12
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Taylor Atkins
The Eroticism of Contract and Gift
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Alex Priou
A Different Take on Plato
