Johannes Niederhauser

Johannes Niederhauser is a PhD researcher on Heidegger, specializing in technology and human existence. In this discussion, he navigates the influence of technology on consciousness and the unique philosophical insights of Deleuze and Heidegger. They explore the clash between creative freedom and oppressive systems, advocating for personal agency through philosophical engagement. Niederhauser also highlights education as a space for 'serious play,' fostering authentic learning experiences that transcend traditional metrics of success.

Johannes Niederhauser, specialized in Heideggerian philosophy, and John Vervaeke dive into the profound philosophy of Martin Heidegger. They discuss the limits of traditional metaphysics, the crisis in philosophy, and the nature of time. They explore the intersection between Heidegger's ideas and cognitive science, the role of poetry in sense-making, and Heidegger's influences from Zen and the Kyoto school. They also delve into the concept of the sacred, falling in love with being, and the ongoing process of transcendence. This episode is a treasure trove for intellectual engagement.