Roe Fremstedal

Roe Fremstedal, Professor in the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, discusses topics such as despair, morality, God's role, and the connection to Peter Vesser Zappa. They explore the importance of hope and charity in religious ethics, the dilemma of going too far or doing nothing, and the relationship between despair, personal identity, and religion. Kierkegaard's views on morality, atheism, and the relevance of his book are also discussed.

Join philosophy professor Roe Fremstedal as they discuss Peter Wessel Zapffe, Kierkegaard, and the topic of anti-natalism. They explore the appeal and shortcomings of Zapffe's pessimistic views on life, explore different types of meaning in life according to Arthur Schopenhauer, and discuss the influence of Kierkegaard on personal worldview. They also touch on the challenges of translating works and delve into the paradoxical nature of death and its impact on the meaning of life. The conversation concludes with an exploration of Zapfian philosophy and its influence on moral injustice, the pursuit of happiness, and the need to solve normative pluralism.