4min chapter

"Upstream" with Erik Torenberg cover image

E91: Why We Do Philosophy w/ Agnes Callard

"Upstream" with Erik Torenberg

CHAPTER

Intro

This chapter delves into the complex dynamics of progress in philosophy, highlighting the personal nature of philosophical inquiry. It addresses the tension between egalitarianism and meritocracy and emphasizes the importance of individual effort in achieving genuine understanding rather than a competitive pursuit of advancement.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode