Graham Priest

Graham Priest, a distinguished philosophy professor at CUNY, dives deep into the intriguing realms of nothingness, paradox, and existence. He explores how our understanding of objects is defined by their contrast to nothingness. The conversation weaves through the evolution of logic, discussing its complexities and implications. Priest examines the nature of time, the distinction between perception and reality, and the duality of 'everything.' He also delves into the paradox of nothingness, drawing insights from various philosophical traditions and meditative practices.

Graham Priest, a distinguished philosophy professor at the City University of New York, delves into the depths of logic and its quirks. He shares insights on growing up in post-WWII London and how it shaped his philosophical journey. The discussion traverses the fascinating realms of paraconsistent logic and dialetheism, revealing how contradictions can coexist without contradiction. Graham also tackles intriguing topics like the Liar Paradox and the interplay between Western and Eastern philosophical traditions, all while linking logic to broader cultural narratives.

Graham Priest, a Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at the City University of New York, shares his insights on profound themes like truth, logic, and paradoxes. They discuss the complexities of nothingness and existence, as well as the integration of Eastern philosophical concepts into Western logic. The conversation dives into Zeno's paradoxes and ontological dependence, revealing how our understanding of logic evolves. Listeners will appreciate the exploration of paraconsistent logic and its implications on both mathematics and everyday life.