Bryan Van Norden

Bryan Van Norden, a distinguished philosopher at Vassar College and Wuhan University, champions the inclusion of diverse philosophical traditions like Chinese and Indian thought. He critiques the Eurocentric bias in philosophy education and discusses how embracing these perspectives can enrich our understanding. The conversation touches on the contrasts between Eastern and Western philosophies, especially regarding the concepts of self and truth. Van Norden emphasizes the relevance of multicultural insights to contemporary issues, advocating for a broader philosophical dialogue.