Is Philosophy OK? (Daniel Kaufman & Robert Gressis)

May 30, 2019 01:36:28
Is Philosophy OK? (Daniel Kaufman & Robert Gressis)
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Is Philosophy OK? (Daniel Kaufman & Robert Gressis)

May 30 2019 | 01:36:28

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Show Notes

Robert: Is it permissible to remain a philosophy professor? ... Why Dan opposes the “morality everywhere” approach to life ... Can professors really leave a lasting impact on students? ... “First world problems” and moral obligation in the classroom ... What is the “White Paper” of philosophy, and does it have any authority? ... Rethinking the role of the academy in society ... Dan: Philosophy as a life guide is, well, misguided ...

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