Philosophy Crossroads

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Philosophy Crossroads, host Hanson Wen engages with Dr. Frank Saunders, an esteemed philosopher from Hong Kong Chu High College, specializing in Chinese comparative and cross-cultural philosophy. Dive deep into the profound concepts of Daoism, the role of Dao in ethics, and the intriguing intersections with Western and Indian philosophical

Send us a Text Message.Begging for an ultimate purpose for everything is typically unanswered. Existentialists argue that there is, in fact, no inherent meaning in life. Purpose originates from solely from oneself, but it may be hard to navigate this depressing landscape. With no hardcore philosophy, this episode of Philosophy Crossroads simply serves to map a quick introduction to

Send us a Text Message.In this enlightening episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we are joined by Mr. Matt White, a dedicated philosophy lecturer and Ph.D. candidate from the University of Cape Town. Delve into a compelling discussion that spans the intriguing realms of epistemology and the ethics of technology. Mr. White shares his transition from studying philosophical skepticism to

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we dive into the deep waters of moral skepticism, questioning the existence and knowability of moral truths. From the argument from disagreement to Mackie's argument from queerness, we explore the compelling cases for skepticism. However, the journey doesn't end there. We also consider the resilient defenses against skepticism, such as common

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Philosophy Crossroads, we dive deep into the heart of ethical discussion and explore the distinction between cognitivism and non-cognitivism in meta ethics. We examine what exactly we're doing when we make moral statements—are we stating facts or merely expressing our feelings? Tune in as we unravel the philosophical underpinnings of both

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we delve into the complex world of moral realism and anti-realism. We explore the philosophical arguments that advocate for the existence of objective moral facts, as well as those that challenge this notion. Throughout our journey, we consider the profound implications these theories have for how we understand morality, negotiate ethical dis

Send us a Text Message.In this series of Metaethics, we embark on a captivating journey into the heart of metaethics, exploring the profound questions that underpin our moral beliefs and ethical discourse. From the historical roots of moral philosophy to the pressing debates of cognitivism vs. non-cognitivism and moral realism vs. anti-realism, we delve deep into the essence of wha

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we explore the fascinating intersections and divergences between the philosophies of Friedrich Nietzsche and Indian/Buddhist thought. We delve into concepts such as Nietzsche's Will to Power, the Übermensch, and eternal recurrence, and contrast these with Buddhist principles like Anatta, Karma, Dharma, Moksha, and Nirvana. This philosophical

Send us a Text Message.This is the last episode where we delve deep into the core content of Plato's "The Republic," exploring its writing background, the philosophical discussions it presents, and its challenging ideas. We discuss the three waves of gender equality: community of property, wives and children, and the philosopher king. We also grapple with the concepts of justice, t

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of the Republic series, we continue to delve into the intricate philosophical views of Socrates as presented in Plato's "The Republic". We explore the complex analogy Socrates constructs between the soul and the city-state, and the definition of the four virtues within each. We also examine the notion of a "noble lie" and how it is used to mai