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In a thought-provoking discussion, Adam Robbert, a doctoral candidate and founder of The Side View, dives into the essence of philosophy as a transformative practice. He examines Pierre Hadot's influence, advocating for a holistic approach that marries philosophy with daily life and mindfulness. The conversation also touches on the unique philosophical stance of Elon Musk and explores concepts of ascesis and its role in personal growth. Robbert emphasizes the importance of integrating philosophy with community and actual practices, urging a shift from mere academic study to personal transformation.

Grant Kaplan, Ph.D. is an associate professor of theology in the Department of Theological Studies at Saint Louis University. In this episode we discuss his book René Girard, Unlikely Apologist: Mimetic Theory and Fundamental Theology, alongside discussions on mimetic rivalry, freedom, Christianity and the modern world and more. --- Become part of the Hermitix community: Hermitix Twitter - https://twitter.com/Hermitixpodcast Support Hermitix: Hermitix Subscription - https://hermitix.net/subscribe/ Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hermitix Donations: - https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpod Hermitix Merchandise - http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2 Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLK Ethereum Donation Address: 0x31e2a4a31B8563B8d238eC086daE9B75a00D9E74

Mike is a 2021-2022 Guggenheim Fellow and a professor of European history at James Madison University in Virginia. In this episode we talk about his book The Far Reaches: Phenomenology, Ethics, and Social Renewal in Central Europe Mike Gubser, alongside discussions on Marxism, Heidegger, social ethics and more. --- Become part of the Hermitix community: Hermitix Twitter - https://twitter.com/Hermitixpodcast Support Hermitix: Hermitix Subscription - https://hermitix.net/subscribe/ Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hermitix Donations: - https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpod Hermitix Merchandise - http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2 Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLK Ethereum Donation Address: 0x31e2a4a31B8563B8d238eC086daE9B75a00D9E74

Michael P. Federici is professor of political science and international  relations at Middle Tennessee State University. He is the author and  editor of multiple books on political philosophy. In this episode we  discuss the work of Orestes Brownson, alongside discussions Joseph De  Maistre, Protestantism, the Constitution, conservatism and more.  --- Become part of the Hermitix community: Hermitix Twitter - https://twitter.com/Hermitixpodcast Support Hermitix: Hermitix Subscription - https://hermitix.net/subscribe/ Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hermitix Donations: - https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpod Hermitix Merchandise - http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2 Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLK Ethereum Donation Address: 0x31e2a4a31B8563B8d238eC086daE9B75a00D9E74

Mauricio Loza, a writer and researcher at the crossroads of technology and religion, delves into the fascinating world of Eros and magic in the Renaissance. He discusses the impact of Ioan Couliano's pivotal work and its resonance with contemporary media and advertising. The conversation explores the enigmatic life of Giordano Bruno, the interplay between love and magic, and the psychological manipulation in modern society. Loza also critiques consumer culture and highlights the historical tensions surrounding magic and religion during the Reformation.

Tom Cheetham is an author, teacher, scientist and poet exploring creative  imagination and the imaginal in human life and culture. In this first  episode of two we discuss the work of Henry Corbin, Ivan Illich, and  Cheetham' text The World Turned Inside Out Cheetham's site is here: https://www.tomcheetham.com/ His online courses can be found here: https://www.tomcheetham.com/classes --- Become part of the Hermitix community: Hermitix Twitter - https://twitter.com/Hermitixpodcast Support Hermitix: Hermitix Subscription - https://hermitix.net/subscribe/ Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hermitix Donations: - https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpod Hermitix Merchandise - http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2 Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLK Ethereum Donation Address: 0x31e2a4a31B8563B8d238eC086daE9B75a00D9E74

Tom Cheetham is an author, teacher, scientist and poet exploring creative imagination and the imaginal in human life and culture. In this first episode of two we discuss the work of Henry Corbin, Ivan Illich, and Cheetham' text The World Turned Inside Out Cheetham's site is here: https://www.tomcheetham.com/ His online courses can be found here: https://www.tomcheetham.com/classes --- Become part of the Hermitix community: Hermitix Twitter - https://twitter.com/Hermitixpodcast Support Hermitix: Hermitix Subscription - https://hermitix.net/subscribe/ Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hermitix Donations: - https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpod Hermitix Merchandise - http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2 Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLK Ethereum Donation Address: 0x31e2a4a31B8563B8d238eC086daE9B75a00D9E74

Sean Fleming is a research fellow in political theory at Cambridge. He  has recently published an article called ‘The Unabomber and the Origins of Anti-Tech Radicalism,’ which uses newly discovered archival material to uncover the ideas that inspired Ted Kaczynski. --- Become part of the Hermitix community: Hermitix Twitter - https://twitter.com/Hermitixpodcast Support Hermitix: Hermitix Subscription - https://hermitix.net/subscribe/ Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hermitix Donations: - https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpod Hermitix Merchandise - http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2 Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLK Ethereum Donation Address: 0x31e2a4a31B8563B8d238eC086daE9B75a00D9E74

Ashley Woodward, a Lecturer in Philosophy at the University of Dundee and a founding member of the Melbourne School of Continental Philosophy, dives deep into Jean-François Lyotard's views on postmodernism and nihilism. He articulates how art intertwines with these philosophies, highlighting their tension with capitalism. Woodward also discusses humanity's relevance in a universe heading towards heat death, the impacts of AI on creativity, and provides insights into navigating Lyotard's complex works. A fascinating exploration of culture, art, and existential thought awaits!

Dr Peter Sjöstedt-Hughes is an Anglo-Scandinavian philosopher of mind   who specializes in the thought of Whitehead, Nietzsche, and Spinoza, and  in fields pertaining to panpsychism and altered states of mind. In this  episode we talk about his book Noumenautics, alongside discussions on  Schopenhauer, nihilism, panpsychism and more. --- Become part of the Hermitix community: Hermitix Twitter - https://twitter.com/Hermitixpodcast Support Hermitix: Hermitix Subscription - https://hermitix.net/subscribe/ Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hermitix Donations: - https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpod Hermitix Merchandise - http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2 Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLK Ethereum Donation Address: 0x31e2a4a31B8563B8d238eC086daE9B75a00D9E74