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Ep. 349: Rorty's Pluralistic Pragmatism (Part Two)
The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast
Pragmatism and Greatness
This chapter examines the interplay between pragmatism and concepts of greatness through the lens of thinkers like Dewey and Nietzsche. It critiques existential ideals and emphasizes a communal approach to achievement, highlighting the importance of human cooperation over abstract authority. The discussion navigates issues of truth, ethics, and the evolution of religious authority, ultimately advocating for love as a catalyst for genuine human success in pragmatist thought.
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