Acid Horizon Strange Apprenticeship: Experiences as Students and Mentors in Philosophy
Mar 5, 2022
Vernon Cisney, a professor and author/editor, and his student, Ryder, discuss various topics including existential phenomenology, undercommons, technocracy, institutionalized ableism, and Jim Morrison's connection to Nietzscheanism. They also talk about navigating academic life, finding philosophy through personal experiences, challenges of remote learning, the importance of camaraderie, the influence of mentors, benefits of attending small colleges, and the impact of philosophical writings on life and worldview.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Navigating Academic Life, Career Aspirations, and Mentorship in Philosophy
01:36 • 3min
Finding Philosophy Through Music, Prom, and a Bookstore
04:59 • 5min
Reflections on Remote Learning and the Challenges of Teaching via Zoom
10:12 • 14min
Finding Camaraderie in Philosophy
23:45 • 25min
The Influence of a Great Professor and Mentor in Philosophy
49:06 • 2min
The Benefits of Attending a Community College or Small College for Philosophical Studies
51:04 • 7min
The Impact and Significance of Philosophical Writings
58:26 • 3min