Aug 25

Reflection

As Overthink comes to a close, why not take a look back? In Episode 182, Ellie and David tackle the concept of reflection and explain why it is so central to philosophy. What is the value of reflection, and what are its drawbacks? How does philosophy go astray when it treats the ... Show More

55m 30s

Aug 11

Mourning

Nothing can devastate us more than the loss of a loved one. In this episode of Overthink, David and Ellie talk about mourning. What kinds of losses hurl us into a state of mourning? Are there healthy and unhealthy ways of mourning? Or does this distinction not apply in cases when ... Show More

59m 50s

Jul 28

Weddings

Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue! In this episode, Ellie and David talk about weddings. What kind of celebration is a wedding? And what social function do these festivities serve? Do weddings necessarily legitimize the institution of marriage? Or c ... Show More

59m 35s

Aug 2021

The Cult of Astrology

Omg, is mercury in retrograde?? Or is this week’s episode analyzing the “cult” of astrology just *that* intense? Co-hosts Amanda (Aquarius) and Isa (Pisces) didn’t realize how little they truly knew about the culture of zodiac signs and horoscopes until discussing with special gu ... Show More

40m 49s

Nov 2023

A History of Astrology & Stargazing Through the Ages ✨🌙

Let's dive into the historical roots of Western astrology, its evolution through the lens of thinkers like Carl Jung, and its contemporary resurgence. Discover how astrology, as a symbolic language, continues to captivate minds, offering insights into self-discovery and the profo ... Show More

28m 41s

Oct 2021

The Stars (2020)

Astrology has existed for thousands of years and has roots that span the globe. But is it a science or a religion or just a kind of personality test? And why is it more popular than ever? This week, the story of how finding our fates in the stars moved from the fringes to the mai ... Show More

57m 48s

Feb 2020

The Stars

Astrology has existed for thousands of years and has roots that span the globe. But is it a science or a religion or just a kind of personality test? And why is it more popular than ever? This week, the story of how finding our fates in the stars moved from the fringes to the mai ... Show More

57m 8s

Mar 2025

Astrology and the Government, Chapter Two: Fortune-telling in the White House

While astrology is often portrayed as a belief system of ancient empires and ages past, the popular assumption could not be further from the truth. In the second episode of this series, Ben, Matt and Noel explore the times U.S. Presidents looked for guidance from the stars.They d ... Show More

1h 13m

Jul 2023

866: Astrology | Skeptical Sunday

Do zodiac signs dictate demeanors and destinies, or are horoscopes hogwash? <a href="https://www.youtube.com/professordaveexplains" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dave Farina</a> consults the stars about astrology with us here on Skeptical Sunday! ... Show More

42m 4s

Jan 2020

Leo Rising

Depending on who you ask, astrology is a science, an art, a form of therapy… or, a pseudo-science, fortune-telling, a scam. But astrology is way more than a horoscope. Check us out online, as well as on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg ... Show More

41m 2s

Jan 2022

Astrology

the girls are joined by astrologer @wateryaquarius to talk about the planets and using them as a divination tool to understand yourself

1h 32m

Aug 2021

Ancient Philosophy and Astrology

In episode 316 of the podcast Dr. Justin Sledge and Chris Brennan talk about the relationship between astrology, philosophy, and religion in the ancient world. Our main focus is on discussing the ways in which astrology influenced some of the different philosophical and religious ... Show More

2h 19m