Chasing Leviathan

In this episode of Chasing Leviathan, PJ and Dr. Edwin Murillo discuss Latin American existentialism and, incorrect, historical assumption that it is a derivation of its European counterpart. Dr. Murillo shares examples of early Latin American existentialist works, such as those by José Asuncion Silva in the late 19th century. He also explores the concept of existentialism, emphasizing the freedom and responsibility of humans in creating their own identity and purpose.For a deep dive into Edwin Murillo's work, check out his book: Latin America and Existentialism: A Pan-American Literary History (1864-1938) 👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/1837720002/Check out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

In this episode of Chasing Leviathan, PJ is joined by Dr. Graham McAleer and Dr. Alexander Rosenthal-Pubul to discuss the conservative tradition, particularly its formulation between the poles of nationalism and liberalism in the 21st century. Drs. McAleer and Rosenthal-Pubul argue for an ancestral conservatism that emphasizes transcendence, family, and education, relying on the wisdom of the past and the importance of one's local community. They also discuss the importance of cultural institutions and ways to incorporate diverse intellectual traditions, such as psychoanalysis and phenomenology, into conservative thought.For a deep dive into this topic, check out the book: The Wisdom of Our Ancestors: Conservative Humanism and the Western Tradition 👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BTYVQ56GCheck out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

In this episode of Chasing Leviathan, PJ and Dr. Janet Soskice discuss the philosophical and theological implications of naming God. Dr. Soskice explores the difference between names and attributes, the centrality of the doctrine of Creation to understanding God, and how Scripture, theology, and philosophy can be re-united.For a deep dive into Janet Soskice's work, check out her book: Naming God: Addressing the Divine in Philosophy, Theology and Scripture 👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/1108834469Check out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

In this episode of Chasing Leviathan, PJ and Dr. Justine Murison the historical development of privacy, autonomy, and authenticity from the 19th to the 21st centuries. The discussion begins by examining how the rise of secularism in the 19th-century caused a shift in thinking about morality and privacy. Murison then draws parallels between historical shifts in conceptions of privacy and our current challenges in the areas of autonomy and authenticity, such as the rise of "surveillance capitalism," the ubiquity of social media, and landmark legal cases. Dr. Murison names our constant need to publicly prove own authenticity and invites us all to take steps to alleviate the anxiety of constant demonstration.For a deep dive into Justine Murison's work, check out her book: Faith in Exposure: Privacy and Secularism in the Nineteenth-Century United States 👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/1512823511Check out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

In this episode of Chasing Leviathan, PJ and Dr. Richard Kearney discuss Salvage, Dr. Kearney's most recent work of fiction that follows the story of Maeve O'Sullivan, a young Irish women who is the last inheritor of "the old ways of healing." At the dawn of WWII, O'Sullivan must navigate holding onto the tradition handed down to her and the world of modern medicine. Join us for a fascinating conversation on novel writing, Gaelic culture, and the philosophy of touch.For a deep dive into Richard Kearney's work, check out his book: Salvage: A Novel 👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BT3ZRNCZCheck out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

In this episode of Chasing Leviathan, PJ and Dr. Joshua Rasmussen discuss personhood, personal identity, and consciousness. Dr. Rasmussen explores challenges in understanding consciousness, why theists and atheists must both wrestle with these challenges, and concrete ways for listeners to ponder their own existence.For a deep dive into Joshua Rasmussen's work, check out his book: Who Are You, Really?: A Philosopher's Inquiry into the Nature and Origin of Persons 👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/1514003945Check out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

In this episode of Chasing Leviathan, PJ and Dr. Alison Knight discuss the history of biblical interpretation in early modern England, particularly how translators crafted apologetic approaches to explain difficult passages. Dr. Knight explores the profound impact that debates on interpretation had on the British crown and the whole of Britain, as well as the increasing skepticism towards attempts to harmonize biblical texts.For a deep dive into Alison Knight's work, check out her book: The Dark Bible: Cultures of Interpretation in Early Modern England 👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/0192896326Check out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

In this episode of Chasing Leviathan, PJ and Dr. Ioana Jucan discuss how Cartesian metaphysics and capitalism have led to the "post-truth" world we currently find ourselves in. Dr. Jucan explores the potential of performativity, particularly theatrical performance, to bridge the gap between abstract thought and lived experience, offering a more embodied and emotionally resonant understanding of our moment and the complex issues we face.For a deep dive into Ioana Jucan's work, check out her book: Malicious Deceivers: Thinking Machines and Performative Objects 👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/1503636070Check out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

In this episode of Chasing Leviathan, PJ and Dr. Philip Stern discuss the historical development of corporations and their integral role in shaping British colonialism. In examining the historical relationship between corporations and empire, Dr. Stern sheds light on how corporations have influenced daily life and political structures, from library cards to international diplomacy. For a deep dive into Philip Stern's work, check out his book: Empire, Incorporated: The Corporations That Built British Colonialism 👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/0674988124Check out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.

In this episode of Chasing Leviathan, PJ and Dr. John Russon discuss what it means to be an adult. Dr. Russon explores the centrality of responsibility in delineating childhood from adulthood, as well as other key elements, such as the shift in how one engages with space. For a deep dive into John Russon's work, check out his book: Adult Life: Aging, Responsibility, and the Pursuit of Happiness 👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/1438479514Check out our blog on www.candidgoatproductions.com Who thinks that they can subdue Leviathan? Strength resides in its neck; dismay goes before it. When it rises up, the mighty are terrified. Nothing on earth is its equal. It is without fear. It looks down on all who are haughty; it is king over all who are proud. These words inspired PJ Wehry to create Chasing Leviathan. Chasing Leviathan was born out of two ideals: that truth is worth pursuing but will never be subjugated, and the discipline of listening is one of the most important habits anyone can develop. Every episode is a dialogue, a journey into the depths of a meaningful question explored through the lens of personal experience or professional expertise.