

The Socratic Sessions
Samuel Devis
The Socratic Sessions explores humanity’s biggest questions—delving into philosophy, theology, history, science, and the enduring mysteries of religion.
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May 31, 2024 • 1h 43min
Hume: An Introduction | Benjamin Watkins | The Socratic Sessions | Ep #9
🔍 Overview: In this episode, Benjamin Watkins (from Real Atheology) and Sam explore the life and work of the 18th-century Scottish philosopher David Hume.
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[Highlight 1]: Who was David Hume, and what was life like whilst he was writing in 18th-century Scotland?
[Highlight 2]: What philosophical lineages have come down from Hume to us today?
[Highlight 3]: How did David Hume challenge the 'Design Argument' almost 100 years before Darwin published 'On the Origin of Species'?
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A Treatise of Human Nature by David Hume
An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding by David Hume
Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion by David Hume
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May 28, 2024 • 15min
Anticipating Evolution: Benjamin Watkins Explores Hume's Pre-Darwinian Critique of Design
🔍 Overview: In this clip, Benjamin Watkins (from Real Atheology) examines how Hume confronted design pre-Darwin.
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May 24, 2024 • 9min
Humean Morality: Benjamin Watkins Examines Hume's Ethical Insights
🔍 Overview: In this clip, Benjamin Watkins (from Real Atheology) delves into David Hume's various contributions to moral philosophy.
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May 21, 2024 • 13min
A Footnote to Hume: Benjamin Watkins on Hume's Influence in Philosophy of Religion
🔍 Overview: In this clip, Benjamin Watkins (from Real Atheology) explores David Hume's wide and lasting impact on Philosophy of Religion.
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May 17, 2024 • 1h 25min
Philosophical Atheism | Graham Oppy | The Socratic Sessions | Ep #8
🔍 Overview: This episode dives into Atheism as a philosophical subject with Professor Graham Oppy. Together, we explore what atheism is, how it differs from theism, agnosticism, and innocence, and what this means for how we think and explore philosophy of religion.
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[Highlight 1]: What are the differences between atheism, theism, agnosticism and innocence?
[Highlight 2]: What is atheism often conflated with?
[Highlight 3]: Do 'fundamental mysteries' such as consciousness or value provide theists ground for claiming God to be true?
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May 14, 2024 • 5min
Redefining Narratives: Graham Oppy on Historical Atheistic Societies
🔍 Overview: In this clip, Graham Oppy examines the often-debated claim by theists that atheistic societies are inherently evil.
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May 10, 2024 • 5min
Navigating Existential Questions: Graham Oppy Explores Atheism versus Theism
🔍 Overview: In this clip, Graham Oppy delves into the complex terrain of theistic existential solace versus the intellectual depth of atheism.
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May 7, 2024 • 6min
Bridging the Divide: Graham Oppy Delves into Diverse Theistic Perspectives
🔍 Overview: In this clip, Graham Oppy navigates the diverse landscape of theistic perspectives on God, shedding light on why discussions between theists and atheists can often miss the mark.
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May 3, 2024 • 1h 58min
Philosophy: An Introduction | Michael Huemer | The Socratic Sessions | Ep #7
🔍 Overview: This episode with Professor Michael Huemer aims to introduce you to philosophy, exploring topics such as epistemology, ethics, religion, and free will.
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[Highlight 1]: How do we define and acquire knowledge (epistemology)?
[Highlight 2]: How far does the design argument get you in proving theistic religious beliefs?
[Highlight 3]: What are the differences between utilitarian and deontological ethical views?
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Knowledge, Reality, and Value: A Mostly Common Sense Guide to Philosophy by Michael Huemer
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Robert Sapolsky vs Michael Huemer - Free Will Debate
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Apr 30, 2024 • 9min
Exploring Divine Design: Michael Huemer Examines The Design Argument
🔍 Overview: In this clip, Michael Huemer delves into the intricacies of the Design Argument, probing the extent to which fine-tuning can bolster theistic beliefs in an omniscient, omnibenevolent, and omnipotent God. Gain deeper insights into the philosophical implications of design and its implications for religious worldviews.
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