Philosophy Shorts Podcast by PhilosophyMT

Philosophy Shorts Podcast by PhilosophyMT


Latest Episodes

How is that funny?! A look at the philosophy and theories of humour
August 24, 2023

Humor can help us find light in the darkest moments of our lives. Share a joke that has helped you through a tough time. More philosophy at PhilosophyMT: https://philosophymt.com/the-philosophy-of-laughter-and-humor-an-exploration-into-the-essence-of-jo

Philosophy through Greta Gerwig’s Barbie
August 01, 2023

What can we learn from Greta Gerwig’s Barbie movie? In this episode we look at the movie through the lenses of feminism, De Beauvoir, Heidegger, Nietzsche, and others. We discuss the concept of the “male gaze” and why it’s important even for men to consid

Resisting the Majority: The Role and Significance of LGBTQ+ Pride
July 12, 2023

Discover the philosophical roots of the Gay Pride movement in our latest podcast episode. We unpack the distinction between Gay Pride and the hypothetical concept of 'Straight Pride', exploring how societal power dynamics inform this difference. D

Mona Lisa on Mugs and Mousepads: Unraveling the pop culture spectacle of iconic art
June 17, 2023

Have you ever wondered how Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’ and Da Vinci’s ‘Mona Lisa’ became pop culture sensations? In this episode of the PhilosophyMT podcast, we explore the intriguing connections between consumerism, art, and the impact of social media on o

Philosophy through HBO's 'Succession': Money, Power, and Manipulation
May 28, 2023

You're listening to PhilosophyMT podcasts. In this episode, we're delving into the philosophical dimensions of power, truth, and existential angst in the show, 'Succession.' You can find more thought-provoking content on philosophymt.com and our YouTube c

Monarchs, Mythology, and Modernity: A Philosophical Debate on Heads of State
May 15, 2023

Dive into the complex world of monarchies with PhilosophyMT. This episode takes a comprehensive look at the symbolism, history, and future of monarchies and heads of state. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/philosophy

Is God evil? A Look at the Problem of Evil
August 29, 2022

How do we reconcile a benevolent God with the presence of evil in the world? Take a look at the problem of evil. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/philosophymt/message

Plato’s philosophy: Forms, caves, chariots, and cities
December 23, 2021

In this first episode of 15-minute lectures, we’ll discover Plato’s theory of Forms, or theory of Ideas, and how he explains knowledge by using the allegory of the cave. We will also look at how he divided the soul into three parts, known as the theory of