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Big ideas, softly spoken.
Unwind with the lives and ideas of the world’s great thinkers—told softly, slowly, and with care. Each episode offers a gentle journey through the reflections of a single philosopher: from the quiet ethics of Confucius to the inner doubts of Descartes, the radical hope of Spinoza to the solitude of Simone Weil. Whether you're curious about philosophy or simply seeking calm at day’s end, Sleep with Philosophy offers a peaceful place to listen, wonder, and let go. Subscribe now, or listen ad-free with Whisper Premium at www.whisper.fm.
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- Karl Rahner (b.1904) · 19 minAs the dusk of the 20th century settled over a world transformed by war and philosophy, Karl Rahner stood at the confluence of change, weaving the profound truths of…
- Kurt Gödel (b.1906) · 18 minAs dusk draped over the intellectual salons of 1920s Vienna, Kurt Gödel crafted ideas that whispered of worlds beyond the seen, shaping thoughts that tested the very framework of…
- Charles Peirce (b.1839) · 21 minIn the soft folds of 19th century America, beneath the starry cloak of industrial change and scientific discovery, Charles Peirce wove the intricate tapestry of his philosophical…
- Raimond Gaita (b.1946) · 20 minTonight, we drift into the thoughtful world of philosopher Raimond Gaita, where the fabric of morality is woven with the threads of personal stories and lived experiences. Under…
- W. V. O. Quine (b.1908) · 20 minAmidst the echoing turmoil of the 20th century, philosopher W.V. Quine wove a quiet revolution in thought, challenging the sharp divisions between truth and experience. In our…
- Gottlob Frege (b.1848) · 19 minIn the quiet town of Wismar, under the vast, starlit skies of the 19th century, Gottlob Frege embarked on a journey that would ripple through the realms of philosophy and…
- Norberto Bobbio (b.1909) · 19 minAmid the echoes of a century wracked by change and conflict, we trace the serene tenacity of Norberto Bobbio, a philosopher steadfast in his quest for democracy, peace, and human…
- Jacques Maritain (b.1882) · 19 minTonight, we wander through the winding corridors of Jacques Maritains mind, where philosophy dances delicately with lifes profound queries. Amidst the chaos of the early 20th…
- Rainer Forst (b.1964) · 20 minIn the quiet hallows of thought, we explore the profound philosophical tapestries woven by Rainer Forst, tracing delicate lines through the complexities of justice, democracy…
- Thomas Reid (b.1710) · 20 minIn the hushed, ethereal glow of intellectual exploration, we wander through the misty philosophical landscape shaped by Thomas Reid. Amidst the rolling fogs of skepticism, his…
- John Hawthorne (b.1964) · 20 minIn the quietude of the night, we delve into the profound philosophical landscape crafted by John Hawthorne, where the nature of reality and the essence of knowledge invite us to…
- Ernest Nagel (b.1901) · 18 minTonight, we delve into the tranquil currents of thought that Ernest Nagel navigated as he explored the philosophical shores of science. In a period brimming with revolutionary…
- Patricia Churchland (b.1943) · 19 minIn a serene exploration of thought and existence, we delve into the tranquil depths of Patricia Churchlands pioneering journey at the confluence of neuroscience and philosophy…
- Amartya Sen (b.1933) · 18 minIn the gentle shadows of night, our thoughts drift to the story of Amartya Sen, whose early encounters with adversity in Bengal under the shadow of famine deeply colored his…
- Michael Oakeshott (b.1901) · 21 minTonight, we drift into the thoughtful realms of Michael Oakeshott, absorbing his reflections on the delicate balance between tradition and individual autonomy in political life…
- Saul Aaron Kripke (b.1940) · 21 minIn the quiet realms of thought, Saul Kripkes profound ideas on language and truth shift like the gentle currents of a deep, serene ocean. We drift towards understanding through…
- Anthony Kenny (b.1931) · 20 minIn tonights episode, we traverse the contemplative landscapes shaped by Anthony Kennys philosophical explorations, journeying from the intricate medieval ideals of Thomas Aquinas…
- Jonathan Lear (b.1950) · 19 minAmidst the quiet unfolding of night, we delve into the philosophical gardens tended by Jonathan Lear, where the ancient blooms of Aristotles ethics intertwine with the intricate…
- John Leslie (b.1940) · 18 minAs twilight deepens, we dwell within the philosophical realms of John Leslie, exploring the delicate intricacies of existence and our place in the cosmos. Amid the hushed…
- Alvin Goldman (b.1938) · 17 minIn the quiet recesses of the mind, we wander through the intricate tapestry of knowledge and belief, guided by the philosophical musings of Alvin Goldman. As night enfolds the…
