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Have you ever considered what being conscious actually means? By choosing to live in a particular state are you consenting to be subject to all its laws? For some there’s an assumption that philosophy might not be relevant to modern life but Dr. Nigel Warburton, senior lecturer in Philosophy at The Open University argues that many of us today are faced with philosophical questions such as these as we live our lives in the twenty first century. In this collection we ask academics to discuss these questions in addition to other important philosophical issues and concepts such as the morality of abortions and the reconciling a world with evil and a good God.Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Consciousness exploration • Personal identity • Faith vs. reason • Morality of abortion • Problem of evil • Political obligation • Descartes' philosophy • Cartesian dualism • Thought experimentsThis podcast, "Exploring Philosophy - Audio," delves into a range of philosophical questions and dilemmas relevant to contemporary life. Under the expertise of Dr. Nigel Warburton from The Open University, the podcast explores fundamental philosophical issues that permeate our daily lives. It poses challenging questions regarding personal consciousness, the nature of self-awareness, and the elements that define personal identity. The podcast investigates the interplay between faith and reason, examining whether religious belief is founded on evidence or blind faith.
Listeners are invited to contemplate moral and ethical complexities, including the morality of abortion and the reconciliation of a world containing evil with the notion of a benevolent deity. The podcast also critiques political philosophy, assessing whether living within a state inherently implies consent to its political obligations, and it ponders the moral justifications for civil disobedience.
Thought experiments serve as a hallmark of this series, using hypothetical scenarios to stimulate philosophical inquiry and discussion. Additionally, this podcast revisits classic philosophical topics such as Descartes' method of doubt, Cartesian dualism, and the mind-body problem, inviting listeners to reconsider established philosophical doctrines. In sum, this podcast is a comprehensive exploration of philosophical thought, addressing both age-old questions and the moral predicaments that arise in the contemporary world.