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This Is The Way is a podcast on Chinese philosophy, exploring philosophical themes by reflecting on significant Chinese texts and through interviews with scholars of Chinese thought. We aim to offer discussions that are informative and accessible to a broad audience.Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Chinese philosophy • Confucianism and Daoism • Moral and ethical discussions • Classical texts • Philosphical dialogue • Virtue and character • Ritual and metaphysics • Influential scholarsThis podcast, titled "This Is The Way: Chinese Philosophy Podcast," delves into the rich world of Chinese philosophical thought through an exploration of key texts and thematic discussions with scholars. Across various episodes, listeners are introduced to fundamental concepts, debates, and figures within the realms of Confucianism, Daoism, Mohism, and Neo-Confucianism. Themes frequently encountered include moral development, the nature of virtue, and ethical frameworks as proposed by influential thinkers like Confucius, Mencius, and Zhu Xi.
Episodes often feature dialogues that analyze philosophical perspectives, such as the metaphorical musings found in the Zhuangzi and the Analects. Discussions range from the examination of Confucian rituals, the role of shame in ethical life, and the critique of moral exemplars, to deeper dives into philosophical constructs like the state of nature, the golden rule, and notions of oneness and detachment. The podcast also explores comparative analyses of Confucianism in contrast with other philosophical traditions, such as Buddhism, highlighting debates about ethical priorities and the conceptualization of virtues.
With guest contributions from distinguished scholars, episodes aim to unpack complex philosophical dialogues and arguments, addressing questions about human nature, moral character, and the philosophical underpinnings of social and political structures. The discussions are broad in scope yet attentive to specific historical and textual details, providing an accessible avenue for audiences to engage with the philosophical heritage of China. Special attention is given to both classical interpretations and modern relevancies, thus offering a comprehensive journey through the landscapes of Chinese thought.
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Episode 24: Robber Zhi—Honor Among Thieves? 2025-Aug-28 76 minutes |
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Episode 23: Confucianism on the Assessment of Character 2025-Aug-07 66 minutes |
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Episode 22: The Good Life in the Analects 2025-Jul-18 58 minutes |
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Episode 21: Xunzi’s Way—Discovered or Invented? 2025-Jun-27 72 minutes |
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Episode 20: Confucianism vs. Buddhism (first "live show") 2025-Jun-05 90 minutes |
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Episode 19: Zhu Xi on the Unity of the Virtues 2025-Apr-06 86 minutes |
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Episode 18: Neo-Confucian Metaphysics 2025-Mar-08 91 minutes |
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Episode 17: The Mohist State of Nature Argument 2025-Feb-14 79 minutes |
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Episode 16: Zhuangzi on Uselessness 2025-Jan-22 79 minutes |
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Episode 15: Ritual in the Analects 2025-Jan-01 74 minutes |
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Episode 14: Women in the Analects 2024-Dec-15 64 minutes |
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Episode 13: Family Before State 2024-Nov-19 57 minutes |
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Episode 12: Play 2024-Oct-29 96 minutes |
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Episode 11: Nonaction 2024-Oct-07 71 minutes |
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Episode 10: Mencius on Moral Development 2024-Sep-14 89 minutes |
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Episode 9: Moral Sprouts 2024-Aug-30 86 minutes |
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Episode 8: The Golden Rule 2024-Aug-19 98 minutes |
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Episode 7: The Butcher 2024-Jul-24 94 minutes |
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Episode 6: Partiality and Justice 2024-Jul-05 85 minutes |
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Episode 5: Cultivation and the Autobiography of Confucius 2024-Jun-02 88 minutes |
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Episode 4: Persuasion 2024-Mar-11 96 minutes |
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Episode 3: Oneness 2024-Feb-20 87 minutes |
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Episode 1: Detachment 2024-Jan-31 71 minutes |
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Episode 2: Shame 2024-Jan-29 72 minutes |