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Podcast Profile: Out of the Vat

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10 episodes
2019 to 2021
Median: 32 minutes
Collection: Philosophy


Description (podcaster-provided):

Philosophers’ work and philosophers’ lives, both inside and outside of philosophy. Brought to you by the Department of Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method, the Centre for Philosophy of Natural and Social Science, LSE, and the Forum for Philosophy.


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

➤ Philosophers' work and lives • Olfaction • Epistemology • Philosophy of mind • Philosophy of science • Perception • Public policy • Bioethics • Global ethics • Phenomenology • Contemporary issues • Interdisciplinary topics

This podcast, titled "Out of the Vat," is a philosophical exploration hosted by the Department of Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method, the Centre for Philosophy of Natural and Social Science at LSE, and the Forum for Philosophy. The series presents conversations with various philosophers, highlighting both their professional endeavors and personal insights. Each episode delves into specialized philosophical fields, melding academic exploration with broader cultural and personal contexts.

The podcast covers a diverse range of philosophical topics, including olfaction, epistemology, and phenomenology. Common themes that emerge across episodes include the nature of perception, consciousness, and scientific methodology. The discussions extend to the intersection of philosophy with other disciplines such as ethics, public policy, and bioethics, illustrating the application of philosophical inquiry in practical, real-world problems.

Listeners can also expect to discover personal anecdotes and interests of the featured philosophers, such as music, literature, or hobbies outside their academic pursuits. The series blends rigorous philosophical discussion with lighter, more relatable elements, engaging with topics such as self-knowledge, utopian ideas, and even cultural phenomena like Star Trek and punk music.

Throughout the episodes, there is an emphasis on understanding complex philosophical concepts in an accessible manner. Themes of expertise and knowledge distribution surface, offering listeners insight into both traditional and contemporary debates within the field of philosophy. By presenting in-depth conversations with philosophers, the podcast provides a platform for both serious academic dialogue and engaging narratives that reveal the multifaceted lives and thoughts behind the philosophers' work.


Episodes:
Out of the Vat #10 – Ann-Sophie Barwich
2021-Nov-10
41 minutes
Out of the Vat #9 – Lucy Campbell
2021-Aug-10
37 minutes
Out of the Vat #8 – David Papineau
2020-Nov-10
45 minutes
Out of the Vat #7 – Philip Goff
2020-Jun-26
31 minutes
Out of the Vat #6 – Mahon O’Brien
2020-Apr-07
35 minutes
Out of the Vat #5 – Heather Widdows
2020-Feb-04
17 minutes
Out of the Vat #4 – Brian Glenney
2019-Nov-12
32 minutes
Out of the Vat #3 – Katherine Furman
2019-Sep-03
17 minutes
Out of the Vat #2 – Richard Ashcroft
2019-Jun-25
32 minutes
Out of the Vat #1 – Steven French
2019-May-07
28 minutes