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Mentioned in 14 episodes

Leisure the basis of culture

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Josef Pieper's "Leisure: The Basis of Culture" is a profound exploration of the nature of leisure and its importance for human flourishing.

Pieper argues that leisure, understood as a state of freedom from necessity, is essential for contemplation and the development of culture.

He contrasts leisure with mere idleness or entertainment, emphasizing its role in fostering creativity, intellectual growth, and spiritual development.

"Leisure" has had a significant impact on philosophical and theological thought.

Pieper's work challenges readers to reconsider the value of contemplation and the importance of creating a society that fosters leisure.

The book is a classic of philosophical and theological reflection.

Mentioned by

Arthur C. Brooks

Christine Rosen

John Stonestreet

Christopher Perrin

Michael Goldstein

Patrick Callahan

Mentioned in 14 episodes

Mentioned by

Arthur C. Brooks

as a guide to structuring leisure for meaning.

How to Build a Life Full of Meaning and Purpose (ft. Arthur Brooks)

Mentioned by

Cal Newport

in relation to the question of what we do when all else is done.

Ep. 269: Don’t Get Started

Mentioned by

Jesse Michels

, referencing leisurely contemplation of the universe in the Oxford gentlemanly tradition.

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Mentioned by

Luke Burgis

as one of his favorite books.

Thick Desires, Political Atheism, and Living an Anti-Mimetic Life

Mentioned in the context of the importance of leisure for intellectual work.

Work Less, Achieve More – Why Working Too Much Cripples Productivity

Mentioned by

Jacob Howland

when discussing the importance of leisure and its connection to culture and spiritual openness.

Jacob Howland on the Hidden Human Costs of AI

Mentioned by

Tod Worner

in relation to

Christine Rosen

's views on the value of slowing down and engaging in activities that are ends in themselves.

The Extinction of Experience w/ Christine Rosen

Mentioned by Bishop

Robert Barron

when discussing the importance of leisure and the liberal arts.

WOF 475: How to Balance Work and Leisure

Recommended by

John Stonestreet

to

Katy Faust

to understand the theological importance of leisure.

The American Eagle Ad, Acosta Interviews AI, and Changing Grok’s Mind

Mentioned by

Paul Millerd

in relation to his contemplation of work and its impact after World War Two.

#460 - Paul Millerd - The Tension Between Success And Happiness

Mentioned by

Rusty Reno

as the author of a book about leisure and culture.

The Death of Mass Literacy

Mentioned by

Jenny Odell

as the source of the distinction between horizontal and vertical time.

Another Kind of Time – A Conversation with Jenny Odell

Mentioned by

Christopher Perrin

to illustrate the importance of desire in learning.

Episode 41: Scholé over Schooling: Learning to be Mary in a Society of Martha

Mentioned by

Michael Goldstein

as the author of a book that provides value regardless of religious perspective.

#625: Leisure, Magnificence, and the Bitcoin Standard with Michael Goldstein

Mentioned by

Patrick Callahan

while discussing contemplation and its connection to art and philosophy.

The Beautiful and the Sublime: How to Make Art that Leads to God | Prof. Patrick Callahan

Mentioned by

C.R. Wiley

when reflecting on leisure and the nature of knowledge.

Up the Hierarchy!--Hans Boersma & Dionysius the Areopagite on Why We Have Hierarchy All Wrong

Recommended by

Jennifer Frey

as a life-changing book that discusses workism and the importance of leisure.

Jennifer Frey on Education, Philosophy, and the University

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