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Philosophy and Identity with Julian Baggini
Join host Andrea for an enlightening conversation with renowned philosopher and best-selling author Julian Baggini, as they explore the intersections of global philosophical traditions and personal identity. Discover how Baggini’s book 'How the World Thinks' delves into the balance between individualism and community, cultural context, and the integration of diverse ways of thinking. This episode unpacks critical thinking, its ethical dimensions, and the psychological and embodied aspects of personal experiences. Julian reflects on memory, trauma, dementia, and the importance of continuous learning while discussing the foundations of our thoughts and identities. Whether you are new to philosophy or a seasoned enthusiast, this episode offers enriching perspectives on how philosophy shapes our worldviews and daily lives.
Check out Julian's website: https://www.julianbaggini.com
How the World Thinks: https://www.amazon.com/How-World-Thin...
How to Think Like a Philosopher, the book: https://press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/...
How to think like a philosopher, the podcast: https://www.julianbaggini.com/categor...
In Our Time: https://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/history/...
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00:00 Introduction to Julian Baginni
01:10 Julian's Philosophical Journey
01:42 Exploring Relational and Atomistic Views
02:30 The Role of Truth and Respect in Philosophy
05:12 Julian's Scholarship and The Philosophers Mag
06:57 Global Philosophy and Its Challenges
11:17 Defining Philosophy Across Cultures
30:16 The Importance of Place in Philosophy
37:35 Balancing Individualism and Belonging
42:12 Integrating Eastern and Western Philosophies
43:01 The Concept of a Global Philosophy
44:21 The Mixing Desk Analogy for Moral Values
46:58 Dynamic Systems and Knowledge
48:24 The Process of Understanding Reality
58:45 The Ethical Practice of Philosophy
01:11:09 Personal Identity and the Self
01:21:29 The Role of Philosophy in Critical Thinking
01:24:20 Julian's Journey as a Philosopher
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📍 Hey, everyone. You're listening to Love and Philosophy. This is Andrea Hiott. I'm a philosopher. I'm a professor. a student. I'm a walker. Every now and then, I'm even still a poet. I'm trained in neuroscience, and I love the hippocampus, which is a little seahorse-shaped area of your brain known for memory and movement. For over a decade, I've been working on a philosophy of mind that's navigational, in a nutshell, that means minds are...
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