Colin Bodayle

Colin Bodayle, a philosophy professor at Villanova University with a focus on Hegel and Marx, joins for an enlightening discussion on Baruch Spinoza's intricate philosophy. They explore Spinoza’s radical views on God as Nature, the nature of consciousness, and the interconnectedness of all existence. Political implications of his ethics, emphasizing love and community as pathways to happiness, are highlighted. The conversation also touches on the similarities between Spinoza’s ideas and Buddhism, revealing their relevance in today's socio-political landscape.

In a thought-provoking discussion, Colin Bodayle, a doctoral student at Villanova University specializing in Marx and Heidegger, reveals the disturbing links between Martin Heidegger's philosophy and fascism. He critiques how Heidegger’s concepts of authenticity and Dasein fundamentally support a fascist worldview. The conversation dives into the selective editing of Heidegger's manuscripts, the mystification around his Nazi past, and explores connections between German thinkers and far-right ideologies. Bodayle emphasizes the importance of confronting these uncomfortable truths in academia.