Philosophy vs. Improv

PvI#78: We Essence Merge with Tamler Sommers

Jul 12, 2024
Tamler Sommers, a philosophy professor at The University of Houston and host of Very Bad Wizards, dives into intriguing discussions about personal identity and the essence of the self. He explores whether identity is tied to the body and reflects on meditation's role in self-awareness. The light-hearted conversation merges philosophy with improv, tackling metaphysics, dreams, and the intertwining of characters in performance. With a humorous take on concepts like time travel and legacy, Tamler challenges listeners to rethink their perceptions of self and reality.
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