
Theory & Philosophy
Welcome! My name’s David Guignion and I distill complicated philosophical and theoretical ideas for wide audiences. While ideas are important to help us understand the world, it is even more important to put ideas into action. Some of this channel’s key theoretical and pragmatic influences include, but are not limited to, Marxism, Decolonialization, Feminism, Gender and Queer theory, and Critical Race Theory.
This channel’s content is recorded on the in Tiohtiá:ke/Montreal, the traditional territory of the Kanien’kehà:ka, comprised of
the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, Huron/Wendat, Abenaki, and Anishinaabeg.
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theoryandphilosophy
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIq2xNjGAof0cCUaKbco6HQ
Latest episodes

Feb 24, 2024 • 39min
Thomas Hobbes' "Leviathan" (Part 5/5)
In this episode, I cover chapters 32-47 of Thomas Hobbes' "Leviathan."
Episode 1: Ch. 1-9
Episode 2: Ch. 10-16
Episode 3: Ch. 17-23
Episode 4: Ch. 24-31
Episode 5: Ch. 32-47
If you want to support me, you can do that with these links:
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theoryandphilosophy paypal.me/theoryphilosophy
Twitter: @DavidGuignion TikTok: @theoryphilosophy IG: @theory_and_philosophy

Feb 22, 2024 • 13min
John Locke vs. Thomas Hobbes
Delve into the differences between Locke and Hobbes on governance and human nature. Explore Hobbes' view on surrendering freedoms for security versus Locke's emphasis on individual liberties. Compare their ideas on rulers, laws, and societal harmony.

Feb 17, 2024 • 42min
Thomas Hobbes' "Leviathan" (Part 4 of 5)
In this episode, I cover chapters 24-31 of Thomas Hobbes' "Leviathan."
Episode 1: Ch. 1-9 Episode 2: Ch. 10-16 Episode 3: Ch. 17-23 Episode 4: Ch. 24-31 Episode 5: Ch. 32-47
If you want to support me, you can do that with these links:
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theoryandphilosophy paypal.me/theoryphilosophy
Twitter: @DavidGuignion TikTok: @theoryphilosophy IG: @theory_and_philosophy

Feb 10, 2024 • 40min
Thomas Hobbes' "Leviathan (Part 3/5)
In this episode, I cover chapters 17-23 of Thomas Hobbes' "Leviathan."
Episode 1: Ch. 1-9 Episode 2: Ch. 10-16 Episode 3: Ch. 17-23 Episode 4: Ch. 24-31 Episode 5: Ch. 32-47
If you want to support me, you can do that with these links:
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theoryandphilosophy paypal.me/theoryphilosophy
Twitter: @DavidGuignion IG: @theory_and_philosophy
TikTok: @theoryphilosophy

Feb 7, 2024 • 15min
Socrates vs. Thrasymachus on Justice
Ancient Greek philosophers Socrates and Thrasymachus debate on justice, with Thrasymachus arguing that justice is determined by those in power and Socrates presenting a counter argument. They discuss contrasting views on justice, rulers' motivations, human behavior, and the objective or subjective nature of justice.

Feb 3, 2024 • 41min
Thomas Hobbes' "Leviathan" (Part 2/5)
In this episode, I cover chapters 10-16 of Thomas Hobbes' "Leviathan."
Episode 1: Ch. 1-9 Episode 2: Ch. 10-16 Episode 3: Ch. 17-23 Episode 4: Ch. 24-31 Episode 5: Ch. 32-47
If you want to support me, you can do that with these links:
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theoryandphilosophy paypal.me/theoryphilosophy
Twitter: @DavidGuignion IG: @theory_and_philosophy
TikTok: @theoryphilosophy

Jan 31, 2024 • 10min
What is Leviathan? | Thomas Hobbes | Keyword
In this episode, I explain Thomas Hobbes' notion of the Leviathan.
If you want to support me, you can do that with these links:
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theoryandphilosophy paypal.me/theoryphilosophy
Twitter: @DavidGuignion IG: @theory_and_philosophy TikTok: @theoryphilosophy

Jan 27, 2024 • 46min
Thomas Hobbes' "Leviathan" (Part 1/5)
Delving into Thomas Hobbes' Leviathan, the podcast explores the parallels between the state and a human body, critiques Hobbes' justification of persecution, discusses the significance of speech in establishing truths, examines human passions and emotions, explores the concept of Commonwealth and human rationality, and discusses the differences between knowledge of facts and understanding cause and effect relationships.

Dec 16, 2023 • 49min
bell hooks’ ”Feminism is for Everybody” (Part 2/2)
Delve into the nuanced critiques of traditional romantic and sexual relationships, emphasizing the need for women’s agency. Discover the vital connection between women’s economic independence and the broader feminist movement. Explore intersectionality, highlighting the unique struggles of black and white feminists in addressing gender-based violence. The discussion also tackles how gender roles in parenting impact equality, and it encourages rethinking marriage and advocating for alternative partnership structures that promote mutual emotional support.

Dec 14, 2023 • 17min
The Philosophy of Chess
Delve into the philosophical layers of chess as shaped by Jean Baudrillard. Discover the tug-of-war between human ambition and technology through the lens of Garry Kasparov's legendary match against Deep Blue. Explore the clash of human creativity and machine perfection, and reflect on how our imperfections enrich the game. The discussion raises profound questions about artificial intelligence and the future of human interaction in a tech-driven world.
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