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Mentioned in 14 episodes

Either/or

A Fragment of Life

Book • 1843

In 'Either/Or', Kierkegaard juxtaposes the aesthetic and ethical modes of life through the writings of two imaginary characters, 'A' and 'B'.

Part 1, written by 'A', presents the aesthetic man, with essays on topics such as Mozart’s 'Don Giovanni', ancient tragedy, and the famous 'Seducer’s Diary'.

Part 2, written by 'B', a middle-aged judge, advocates for an ethical life, emphasizing the importance of commitments like marriage and the development of the inner self.

The book is a rich and suggestive exploration of existential choices, though it lacks a clear message, leaving interpretations open to the reader.

It also includes a final sermon that highlights the limitations of both worldviews and points towards a religious perspective.

Mentioned by

Christopher Mastropietro

Mentioned in 14 episodes

Mentioned by

Brett McKay

and Kevin Hood-Gary in a discussion about the source of existential boredom.

177 snips

A Cure for Existential Boredom

Mentioned by

Christina Pazsitzky

, referencing Kierkegaard's concept of existence preceding essence.

49 snips

Christina Pazsitzky On Teaching Comedians Philosophy

Mentioned by

J.W. Bertolotti

in relation to the debate between virtue and pleasure, contrasting it with the concept of striking a balance.

48 snips

Beyond Stoicism with Massimo Pigliucci

Recommended by

Jacob Howland

for those interested in literature.

46 snips

Kierkegaard on the Present (Passionless) Age

Mentioned by

John Vervaeke

when discussing irony and the absurdity of trying to rationally make sense of the world.

42 snips

After Socrates: Episode 17 - Kierkegaard & The Logos of Christ

Mentioned by

Dr. Michael Sugrue

and

Breht

in comparing his philosophy to Nietzsche's,

Breht

plans a future episode on him.

39 snips

Philosophy Series: Nietzsche and the Death of God

Mentioned by

Brett McKay

and

Patrick Stokes

throughout the podcast as a central philosophical figure whose ideas are discussed in relation to the themes of Red Dead Redemption 2.

30 snips

The Existential in Red Dead Redemption 2

Mentioned by

John Vervaeke

and

Christopher Mastropietro

in discussion of Kierkegaard's work.

25 snips

After Socrates: Episode 15 - Socrates Meets Kierkegaard: Philosophy's Greatest Dialogues

Mentioned when discussing Kierkegaard's view on the aesthetic and the ethical way of life.

20 snips

The Josias Podcast, Special Episode: Alasdair MacIntyre’s After Virtue (Re-Release)

Mentioned by

Skye Cleary

as a precursor to existentialism, known for his focus on passion and ethics.

16 snips

228 | Skye Cleary on Existentialism and Authenticity

Mentioned by Jonny Thompson, referencing Johannes, a character in Kierkegaard's book, to illustrate the dissatisfaction of a life focused only on pleasure.

Love, sex, and happiness, explained by philosophy | Jonny Thomson: Full Interview

Mentioned as one of Kierkegaard's iconic works, exploring the aesthetic and ethical life.

107: Søren Kierkegaard - Fear & Trembling

Mentioned by the podcast hosts in relation to Hegel's concept of the ethical, drawing parallels between Kierkegaard's ideas and Marx's concept of species-being.