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Podcast Profile: Hi-Phi Nation

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64 episodes
2016 to 2023
Median: 48 minutes
Collection: Philosophy


Description (podcaster-provided):

Hi-Phi Nation is philosophy in story-form, integrating narrative journalism with big ideas. We look at stories from everyday life, law, science, popular culture, and strange corners of human experiences that raise thought-provoking questions about things like justice, knowledge, the self, morality, and existence. We then seek answers with the help of academics and philosophers. The show is produced and hosted by Barry Lam of UC Riverside.


Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):

➤ Philosophy in story-form • Narrative journalism • Everyday life, law, science, culture • AI in music, relationships • Ethics of love, death, altruism • Criminal justice, punishment, retribution

Hi-Phi Nation is a podcast exploring philosophical questions through storytelling. Hosted by Barry Lam of UC Riverside, the show weaves narrative journalism with academic insights to examine a wide range of topics. Central themes revolve around the intersection of everyday life, morality, law, science, and culture. The podcast frequently delves into the philosophical implications of modern technologies, such as AI-generated music, digital immortality, and AI chatbots in romantic contexts, prompting discussions on creativity, existence, and ethics.

The podcast also tackles complex social issues and systems of justice. Episodes explore different perspectives on effective altruism, gig work, criminal justice, and police discretion. These discussions often incorporate the voices of philosophers, legal experts, and people directly impacted by the subjects at hand, providing a thorough examination of philosophical and ethical dimensions.

Animals' rights and the concept of a "zoopolis" where animals have political and legal rights present another intriguing avenue of exploration, as does an in-depth look at human relationships, both traditional and involving AI. Various episodes consider the nature of personal identity and the self, the metaphysics of gender, and the implications of genetic engineering.

Narratives about historical and cultural phenomena, such as public memorials, monsters in philosophy, and controversial societal norms, enrich the philosophical dialogue. The podcast questions longstanding assumptions, often presenting thought experiments or philosophical thought-provoking scenarios. Through these varied topics, Hi-Phi Nation fosters a deeper understanding of the philosophical questions embedded in contemporary human experiences, inviting listeners to reflect on how these issues intersect with daily life.


Episodes:
Episode Image Rise of the Music Machines
2023-May-16
53 minutes
Episode Image Effective Altruism and its Critics
2023-May-09
61 minutes
Episode Image The Problem with Gig Work
2023-May-02
54 minutes
Episode Image Love in the Time of Replika
2023-Apr-25
53 minutes
Episode Image Living in a Zoopolis
2023-Apr-18
47 minutes
Episode Image The Digital Future of Grief
2023-Apr-11
55 minutes
Episode Image Season 6 Trailer
2023-Apr-04
1 minute
Episode Image Cannibals
2022-Feb-12
35 minutes
Episode Image Zombies
2022-Jan-22
35 minutes
Episode Image Vampires
2022-Jan-08
39 minutes
Episode Image Memorials
2021-Dec-18
51 minutes
Episode Image Life, Edited
2021-Dec-04
42 minutes
Hi-Phi Nation Presents: Decoder Ring, The Alberta Rat War
2021-Nov-27
42 minutes
Episode Image The Selfless Kidney Donor
2021-Nov-20
43 minutes
Episode Image The Man of Many Worlds IV
2021-Nov-06
39 minutes
Episode Image The Man of Many Worlds III
2021-Oct-30
48 minutes
Episode Image The Man of Many Worlds II
2021-Oct-23
40 minutes
Episode Image The Man of Many Worlds I
2021-Oct-16
43 minutes
Hi-Phi Nation Presents: Into the Zone (When We Were Cyber)
2020-Oct-21
47 minutes
Episode Image Justice and Retribution
2020-Jun-27
54 minutes
Episode Image The Loophole
2020-Jun-13
42 minutes
Episode Image Punishment without End
2020-Jun-06
55 minutes
Episode Image Redemption in Solitary
2020-May-30
50 minutes
Episode Image Gender Justice
2020-May-23
56 minutes
Episode Image The Informant
2020-May-16
51 minutes
Episode Image Police Discretion
2020-May-09
51 minutes
Episode Image Hi-Phi Nation Plus: Mens Rea versus Moral Luck
2020-May-02
21 minutes
Episode Image Criminal Minds
2020-May-02
55 minutes
Episode Image Sponsored: Delivering Extraordinary Experiences with Customer Experience Expert Liliana Petrova
2020-Apr-16
31 minutes
Season 4: Crime and Punishment (Trailer)
2020-Apr-11
3 minutes
Episode Image YOLO Apologetics
2019-Jun-22
43 minutes
Episode Image The Illusionist
2019-Jun-08
37 minutes
Episode Image Uncivil Disobedience
2019-May-25
48 minutes
Episode Image For Women Only (pt. 2)
2019-May-11
48 minutes
Episode Image For Women Only (pt. 1)
2019-Apr-27
51 minutes
Episode Image Demons of Democracy
2019-Apr-13
54 minutes
Episode Image Name of God (2019)
2019-Mar-30
54 minutes
Episode Image The Forever War
2019-Mar-16
50 minutes
Episode Image No Offense
2019-Mar-02
48 minutes
Episode Image Risky Business
2019-Feb-16
49 minutes
(Bonus) The Battle over CSOCs
2019-Feb-02
18 minutes
Episode Image The Precrime Unit
2019-Jan-31
48 minutes
Season 3 Preview
2019-Jan-18
3 minutes
Episode Image Chamber of Facts
2018-Jul-23
47 minutes
Episode Image A Night of Philosophy
2018-Jun-19
48 minutes
Episode Image Willful Acts
2018-May-30
58 minutes
Episode Image Creed and Credences
2018-May-01
44 minutes
Episode Image The Self and Survival
2018-Mar-27
46 minutes
Episode Image Cover Me Softly
2018-Feb-28
49 minutes
Episode Image Freedom and Hostile Design
2018-Jan-23
30 minutes
Episode Image Drowned at Sea
2017-Dec-19
31 minutes
Episode Image The Ethics Bowl
2017-Nov-28
51 minutes
Episode Image The Bottom of the Curve
2017-Oct-31
39 minutes
Episode Image A Better Love
2017-May-03
50 minutes
Episode Image The Ashes of Truth
2017-Apr-18
51 minutes
Episode Image Be a Man
2017-Mar-21
37 minutes
Episode Image Hackademics II: The Hackers
2017-Mar-14
44 minutes
Episode Image Hackademics I: The Control
2017-Mar-07
46 minutes
Episode Image The Cops of Pop
2017-Feb-21
47 minutes
Episode Image The Name of God
2017-Feb-14
50 minutes
Episode Image Soldier Philosophers Part 2: The Morality of War
2017-Feb-07
49 minutes
Episode Image Soldier Philosophers Part 1: Moral Exploitation
2017-Jan-31
48 minutes
Episode Image The Wishes of the Dead
2017-Jan-24
49 minutes
Season One Trailer #1
2016-Dec-24
3 minutes