Andrea Hiott
Philosopher and cognitive scientist who hosts the Love and Philosophy community, exploring the intersections of neuroscience, embodiment and concepts of love in public life.
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Nov 29, 2025 • 1h 10min
What's Love Got to Do with Education? A Conversation with Dr. Laura Penn, Khadija Shahper Bakthiar, Jamie Bristow and Andrea Hiott
Join Dr. Laura Penn, a leadership communication expert; Jamie Bristow, a sustainability advisor; Khadija Shahper Bakthiar, founder of Teach For Pakistan; and Andrea Hiott, a cognitive scientist exploring love in philosophy. They dive deep into the challenging yet vital role of love in systems change and education. Discover why love often feels taboo in professional spaces, how embodiment enhances learning, and the necessity of integrating emotion into education. Their insights reveal that fostering love is crucial for community and systemic transformation.
Sep 6, 2025 • 53min
Moving Beyond Binaries in Learning, Loving, and Living - A Conversation with Andrea Hiott
In a thought-provoking discussion, Andrea Hiott, philosopher and cognitive scientist, delves into transformative ideas around education and cognition. She critiques the outdated 'brain-as-computer' metaphor and champions 4E cognitive science—emphasizing that learning happens in relationships and contexts. Andrea explores the implications of moving away from binary thinking, advocating for embracing multiplicity in learning. They also discuss how metrics and tests shape our educational landscape and the importance of valuing both implicit and explicit knowledge in a dynamic, relational approach.
