Owls at Dawn

Nov 15 2024 100 ep. 94 mins 2.6k
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Two dudes from SoCal who studied philosophy, politics, and religion around the globe who decided to start a podcast where we could bullshit with impunity.

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"Is There Any Lasting Value in Theology: On Calvin and Marilynne Robinson" - OaD Ep. 194

Nov 15 2024 96 mins  
The dudes chat about if there is any value in preserving the ideas of theologian John Calvin. They use Marilynne Robinson's essay "Saving Calvin from Clichés" to propel their convo. Plus, Austin rants about his envy over Brady Corbet's career, and Troy recommends the jam band King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard.

"On Gambling, Excellence, and the Purity of Sports" - OaD Ep. 193

Sep 02 2024 84 mins  
The dudes chat about sports gambling, it's effects on the games and the betters, and some possible ways we can think about how and why we ought to be critical towards its widespread legalization. Plus, Troy rants about hating, and Austin recommends y'all see Alien: Romulus.

"The Problem with Music" - OaD Ep. 192

Aug 28 2024 107 mins  
The dudes chat about an old article written by the late great Steve Albini about the problem with music and muse about how those problems are still with us today. Plus, Austin rants and Troy gushes about Mr Bungle.

"Joy, Manipulation, and Political Vibes: On Harris and Walz" - OaD Ep. 191

Aug 12 2024 103 mins  
The dudes chat about the joyous vibes that are being centered for the Harris and Walz presidential campaign. Plus, Troy rants about the Olympics and Austin gets all excited about athletic excellence.

"Hit Man: Is Acting Philosophy?" - OaD Ep. 190

Aug 05 2024 58 mins  
The dudes chat about Linklater's latest film, Hit Man. Plus, Austin rants about the Olympics, and Troy is stoked about Gojira's set at the Opening Ceremony.

"A.I. is NOT a Tool: On the Ethics of (Consuming) A.I. Art" - OaD Ep. 189

Jul 23 2024 98 mins  
The dudes chat with Alan Mitchell about the ethics of A.I., particularly A.I. generated art and its consumption... but, you know us, we cover much more.

"The Greatest Prequel Ever? Furiosa" - OaD Ep. 188

Jul 10 2024 97 mins  
The dudes chat about the latest film in the Mad Max franchise, Furiosa. Plus, Troy rants about why metal music is too often used to signify a baddie in film and tv, and Austin recommends mature art.

"Is Philosophy Self-Help" - OaD Ep. 187

Jul 04 2024 72 mins  
The dudes chat about whether or not philosophy is a good and/or proper form of self-help. Plus, Austin rants about AI dating, and Troy recommends Cyberpunk 2077.

"What’s Up With Old Men? On Gerontocracy" - OaD Ep. 186

Feb 19 2024 94 mins  
The dudes chat about an essay by Samuel Moyn on gerontocracy and the problems it brings up. Plus, Troy rants about a Taylor Swift meme, and Austin recommends Mr. and Mrs. Smith.

"What the F*ck is Money? Chat with Colin Drumm" - OaD Ep. 185

Feb 12 2024 117 mins  
Austin chats with Colin Drumm about money and philosophy and history and debt and more