The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast
Mark Linsenmayer, Wes Alwan, Seth Paskin, Dylan Casey
The Partially Examined Life is a podcast by some guys who were at one point set on doing philosophy for a living but then thought better of it. Each episode, we pick a short text and chat about it with some balance between insight and flippancy. You don't have to know any philosophy, or even to have read the text we're talking about to (mostly) follow and (hopefully) enjoy the discussion. For links to the texts we discuss and other info, check out www.partiallyexaminedlife.com.
We also feature episodes from other podcasts by our hosts to round out your partially examined life, including Pretty Much Pop (prettymuchpop.com, covering all media), Nakedly Examined Music (nakedlyexaminedmusic.com, deconstructing songs), Philosophy vs. Improv (philosophyimprov.com, fun with performance skills and philosophical ideas), and (sub)Text (subtextpodcast.com, looking deeply at lit and film). Learn about more network podcasts at partiallyexaminedlife.com.
We also feature episodes from other podcasts by our hosts to round out your partially examined life, including Pretty Much Pop (prettymuchpop.com, covering all media), Nakedly Examined Music (nakedlyexaminedmusic.com, deconstructing songs), Philosophy vs. Improv (philosophyimprov.com, fun with performance skills and philosophical ideas), and (sub)Text (subtextpodcast.com, looking deeply at lit and film). Learn about more network podcasts at partiallyexaminedlife.com.
Episodes
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Dec 18, 2023 • 47min
Ep. 331: Kierkegaard's "Either/Or": The Ethical Life (Part Two)
Exploring the relationship between aesthetics and ethics, the podcast critiques philosophy and discusses Kierkegaard's concept of freedom. It delves into the difference between the aesthetic and ethical life, analyzes Kierkegaard's portrayal of the romantic artist, and explores the transition to the ethical life. The podcast also discusses developmental stages and paradigms in Kierkegaard's consciousness and debates the true intentions of Kierkegaard.
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Dec 11, 2023 • 42min
Ep. 331: Kierkegaard's "Either/Or": The Ethical Life (Part One)
This podcast explores Kierkegaard's essay on the balance between the esthetic and ethical in the development of personality, discussing the importance of making choices and the integration of religious and ethical aspects. It also touches on the concept of choice, the process of creating oneself, and the differences between aesthetic and ethical earnestness.
Dec 8, 2023 • 12min
PREMIUM-Ep. 330: Kierkegaard's "Either/Or": The Aesthetic Life (Part Three)
Mark, Wes, and Seth discuss Kierkegaard's aphorisms on the aesthetic life and the implications of unintentional slips revealing underlying intentions. They explore the relationship between imperfection, creativity, and art. They examine Kierkegaard's response to Hegel's dialectic and the concept of opposition. They delve into the idea of life's meaninglessness and the connection between comedy and tragedy.
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Dec 4, 2023 • 49min
Ep. 330: Kierkegaard's "Either/Or": The Aesthetic Life (Part Two)
Guest Kierkegaard, 19th-century philosopher, discusses the aesthetic life in 'Either/Or'. Topics include the power of memory, reinterpretation of difficult memories, friendship cynicism, detachment in relationships, and the multifaceted nature of seduction.
Dec 1, 2023 • 58min
PEL Presents PvI#66: Legacy Mops w/ Kevin Allison
Kevin Allison, creator and host of RISK! and member of The State, joins Mark and Bill to discuss engineering one's legacy, using Ricky and Lester as an example. They also delve into the importance of improv comedy, the confusion of a closed hotel, respecting inanimate objects, adapting to changing audiences, and the power of storytelling.
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Nov 27, 2023 • 44min
Ep. 330: Kierkegaard's "Either/Or": The Aesthetic Life (Part One)
Exploring Kierkegaard's 'Either/Or' and the concept of living an artistic life, the challenges of commitment and pure possibility, and the flaws of choice. Reflecting on the excellence of Professor Lewis Mackie and ad sponsorship.
Nov 26, 2023 • 56min
PEL Presents (SUB)TEXT: The Emptiness of Signification in Shakespeare's "The Winter's Tale" (Part 1 of 6)
Shakespeare's play The Winter's Tale is analyzed, discussing Leontes' misconceptions and his descent into madness. The concept of gratitude and its relation to hospitality is explored, along with Leontes' misinterpretation of information. The impotence of mental states, turning thanks into money, and the symbolism of imprisonment are also discussed.
Nov 25, 2023 • 53min
Ep. 329: Kierkegaard on Irony (Part Three/Closereads Part One)
The hosts explore the relationship between irony and truth in Kierkegaard's philosophy, discussing Shakespeare's use of irony in art. They delve into the challenges of maintaining artistic irony and navigating the misrelation between personal life and artistic work. The podcast also explores Kierkegaard's perspective on romanticism and the steps towards maturity in life. Additionally, it examines the role of irony in capturing poetic experiences and discusses the difficulties of understanding Kierkegaard's writing.
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Nov 20, 2023 • 53min
Ep. 329: Kierkegaard on Irony (Part Two)
The hosts discuss Kierkegaard's concept of irony and its relation to self-knowledge, examining its compatibility with Socratic ignorance. They explore irony's role in self-awareness and subjectivity throughout history. The chapter delves into inner infinity and its connection to irony, and the dangers and responsibilities of comedic irony. They analyze the negative aspects of romantic irony and its lack of bounds and restrictions, emphasizing the significance of freedom and discipline in art. They explore art as a means for individuals to express their subjective internal infinity.
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Nov 13, 2023 • 41min
Ep. 329: Kierkegaard on Irony (Part One)
Exploring Kierkegaard's views on irony and its connection to subjectivity, including Socratic irony. Discussing the influence of irony on societal norms and its potential threat to established orders. Examining the significance of Socratic irony in the development of modern consciousness. Delving into the concept of romantic irony and its limitless quality. Exploring the connection between irony, freedom, and self-consciousness in Kierkegaard's philosophy.
