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Have you ever heard of Plato, Aristotle, Socrates? Well, this is not about them! Philosophy Casting Call is where Élaina Gauthier-Mamaril, your friendly neighbourhood philosopher, interviews professors, grad students, and non-academics to find out what philosophy looks like now and try to shine a spotlight on thinkers, topics, and themes that are historically marginalised in academic philosophy. This includes women, LGBTQIA, disabled, and BIPOC people who are out there, getting their philosophy on, and who deserved to be cast as philosophers in our culture.Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Underrepresented voices in philosophy • Interdisciplinary approaches • Feminist and disability studies • Ethics, race, and gender discussions • Podcast interviews with scholars and activists"Philosophy Casting Call," hosted by Élaina Gauthier-Mamaril, explores modern philosophy by focusing on underrepresented voices and themes within the field. The podcast moves beyond classical figures like Plato and Aristotle to engage with perspectives that are often marginalized in academic philosophy, including those of women, LGBTQIA individuals, disabled persons, and BIPOC thinkers. Across its episodes, listeners will find discussions with professors, graduate students, and non-academics who contribute to diverse philosophical discourses.
A recurring theme throughout the podcast is the intersectionality of philosophy with other disciplines and contemporary issues. Episodes delve into topics such as social media dynamics, global health ethics, AI ethics, and the aesthetics of design, highlighting the relevance and application of philosophical concepts in various fields. Interdisciplinarity is a focal point, with guests from backgrounds in anthropology, digital communications, and medical humanities, among others, contributing to the conversation.
The podcast also frequently addresses themes of justice and equity, including epistemic injustice, distributive justice, and social justice in sport and education. Feminist philosophy and race features prominently, with episodes exploring black feminist thought, gender justice, and anti-racist struggles. Ethics, both in theoretical and applied contexts, underpins many of the discussions, emphasizing the role of philosophy in addressing real-world challenges and societal issues.
Listeners will encounter a range of specific topics such as algorithmic influence on culture, the ethics of kinship and archival work, and decolonial philosophical practices. The show serves to broaden the understanding of what philosophy looks like today, offering insights into how diverse voices and interdisciplinary approaches shape contemporary philosophical inquiry.
