

HAP 142 - Final Chat with Chike Jeffers
Feb 25, 2024
Chike Jeffers, a philosopher focused on Africana thought, discusses his transformative journey from film to philosophy. He reflects on how influential figures like Nietzsche, Cornel West, and Angela Davis shaped his academic path. The conversation also touches on the mentorship that guided his PhD work and the evolution of racial discourse in philosophy. Jeffers shares insights from the podcast's collaborative creation and expresses excitement for future explorations into classical Chinese philosophy, inviting listeners along for the next intellectual adventure.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
From Film to Philosophy: A Transformative Journey
01:30 • 11min
Philosophy Through Personal Lens
12:32 • 24min
Navigating Academia: Mentors and Philosophical Debates
36:50 • 9min
Reflections on Collaborative Podcasting and Philosophical Journeys
45:57 • 3min
Transitioning from Africana to Classical Chinese Philosophy
48:33 • 2min