

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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Mar 29, 2024 • 7min
Unravelling Bias: Joe Schmid on Overcoming Belief-Based Biases
🔍 Overview: In this clip, Joe Schmid navigates the complexities of bias, particularly when it conflicts with our deeply held beliefs.
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The Majesty of Reason: A Short Guide to Critical Thinking in Philosophy by Joseph C. Schmid
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#bias #belief #credence #philosophy

Mar 26, 2024 • 10min
Breaking Boundaries: Joe Schmid on Tribalism, Intellectual Virtues and Critical Thinking
🔍 Overview: In this clip, Joe Schmid delves into the intricate dynamics of tribalism and group ideology; he then turns to critical thinking and how intellectual virtues can be powerful tools to challenge tribalistic tendencies.
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#tribalism #criticalthinking #virtues #philosophy

Mar 22, 2024 • 1h 25min
Philosophy of Money | Andrew M. Bailey | The Socratic Sessions | Ep #4
🔍 Overview: This episode dives deep into the philosophy of money, outlining what money is, where it came from, what makes money 'sound money' and why it matters.
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[Highlight 1]: How do Philosophy, Economics and Politics unite
[Highlight 2]: What are the differences between Keynes & Austrian Economics?
[Highlight 3]: What differentiates Fiat Money from Hard Money?
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Resistance Money: A Philosophical Case for Bitcoin by Andrew M. Bailey, Bradley Rettler, Craig Warmke
Human Action: A Treatise on Economics by Ludwig Von Mises
Broken Money: Why Our Financial System is Failing Us and How We Can Make it Better by Lyn Alden
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#money #econmics #gold #fiat #bitcoin #philosophy

Mar 19, 2024 • 8min
Demystifying The Gold Standard with Andrew M. Bailey
🔍 Overview: In this clip, Andrew M. Bailey as he unravels the complexities of the gold standard, offering a comprehensive exploration of its historical significance, economic implications, and relevance in today's financial landscape.
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Mar 15, 2024 • 8min
Navigating Free Markets, Liberty, and the Role of States with Andrew M. Bailey
🔍 Overview: In this clip, Andrew M. Bailey delves into the dynamics of free markets, individual liberty, and the function of states in society and provides insights into the complex interplay between these crucial elements.
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#freemarkets #econmics #liberty #philosophy

Mar 12, 2024 • 6min
Unravelling Ancient Economies: Andrew M. Bailey on Money and Society
🔍 Overview: In this clip, Andrew M. Bailey navigates the intricacies of ancient societies and their monetary systems, shedding light on fascinating historical perspectives that shape our understanding of economics today.
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#society #money #economics #philosophy

Mar 8, 2024 • 1h 56min
Compatibilism | Joe Campbell | The Socratic Sessions | Ep #3
🔍 Overview: This episode dives deep into Free Will, Determinism and Compatibilism.
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[Highlight 1]: What does it mean to have 'free will' or to be 'determined'?
[Highlight 2]: Can I have chosen to 'do otherwise', and does this even make sense?
[Highlight 3]: What is 'The Consequence Argument', and does it work against compatibilism?
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A Companion to Free Will (Blackwell Companions to Philosophy) by Joe Campbell
Determined: A Science of Life Without Free Will by Robert Sapolsky
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Mar 5, 2024 • 11min
Joe Campbell Explores the Intersection of Moral Responsibility and Free Will
🔍 Overview: In this clip, Joe Campbell explores moral responsibility and how it ties into the idea of free will, taking into account human development on both personal and societal levels.
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Mar 1, 2024 • 9min
Joe Campbell Clarifies Determinism and Dispels Common Misconceptions
🔍 Overview: In this clip, Joe Campbell explores determinism and indeterminism, highlighting a few common misunderstandings about determinism along the way.
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Feb 27, 2024 • 10min
Joe Campbell Delves into the Concept of 'Doing Otherwise'
🔍 Overview: In this clip, Joe and I explore the various options for free will (libertarian, determinism, and compatibilism) and the notion of 'doing otherwise'. Can we do otherwise than what do we actually do?
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