

Ep. 6 - Iain McGilchrist and Stephen Blackwood: The Unfolding of Life and Thought
9 snips Apr 19, 2020
Iain McGilchrist, a psychiatrist and philosopher renowned for his insights on the divided brain, joins Stephen Blackwood for a captivating dialogue. They explore the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our understanding of community and individuality. The conversation dives into the relationship between the humanities, identity, and reality, emphasizing the interconnectedness of existence. They advocate for reviving the humanities in education, highlighting its vital role in fostering genuine inquiry and depth in the human experience.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Community and Connection in Crisis
02:38 • 11min
The Unfolding of Individuality
13:29 • 11min
The Interconnectedness of Relationships and Reality
24:27 • 21min
Exploring the Limits and Depths of Rationality
45:08 • 3min
The Interconnection of Existence and Meaning
48:30 • 5min
The Interconnected Path of Intellectual Exploration
53:09 • 4min
Reviving the Humanities: A Call for Depth in Education
57:37 • 20min