Within Reason #96 Music, Mormonism, and Peter Hitchens - 1.25m Subsrciber Q&A
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Mar 1, 2025 The hosts celebrate reaching 1.25 million subscribers with a lively Q&A. They dive into historical philosophies, debating who they'd converse with among figures like Jesus and Socrates. The illusion of material distinctions is explored, questioning the uniqueness of consciousness. Personal anecdotes from Oxford's pubs provide a nostalgic backdrop for philosophical discussions. They also tackle complex themes like free speech, immortality, and the essence of life, all while sharing insights from their encounters with notable thinkers.
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Music Channel Boost
- Alex O'Connor's music channel gained popularity after his Jubilee debate.
- He plans to release new music, potentially recorded in a studio.
Dream Philosophical Encounter
- If Alex O'Connor could meet one historical philosopher, it would be Jesus to understand his true identity.
- Alternatively, Aristotle or Socrates to discuss their lost works and unwritten beliefs.
Discipline and Motivation
- To improve reading and studying discipline, create deadlines or join a book club for motivation.
- True discipline involves acting even when unmotivated; start now by reading or studying, even if you don't feel like it.