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

May 2004

Heroism

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss what defines a hero and what place they had in classical society. On the fields of Troy a fallen soldier pleaded with Achilles, the great hero of the Greeks, to spare his life. According to Homer, Achilles replied, “Do you not see what a man I am, ... Show More

42m 19s

Apr 2023

232 | The HERO Archetype | Building a Better You

<p>On today's episode, I talk about the hero archetype. Why we are drawn to the characters in the movies and people we admire. What is happening unconsciously? How do these characters reflect you and the suffering or success you are manifesting? This episode is significant if you ... Show More

33m 7s

Jul 2018

The Alternate Orbit of History's Heroes

This episode will walk you through how the great heroes of history think, operate and live. I really hope this Mastery Session that I've worked so hard to make for you, serves your rise to world-class in all you do.

18m 3s

Nov 2021

How To Be The Hero You've Been Waiting For

In this episode, we find out how you can be the hero you've been waiting for. Go to https://7goodminutes.com/podcast/be-the-hero for full show notes. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and share it with a friend or two! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8m 38s

Nov 2014

Episode 56: Moral Heroes and Drunk Utilitarians

<p>Following up their discussion of moral villains, Dave and Tamler argue about what makes a moral hero. Tamler defends Sharon Krause's view that honor values can motivate heroic behavior. Dave accuses Tamler of being inconsistent (nothing wrong with that) and slightly Kantian (N ... Show More

1h 10m

Aug 2024

Elizabeth Harman on Moral Heroes

Moral heroes are usually thought of as people who go beyond what is obligatory. Elizabeth Harman discusses whether sometimes we ought to act as moral heroes. She is in conversation with David Edmonds for this episode of the Philosophy Bites podcast.

14m 50s

Jul 2020

My Heroes! - Episode 23

In this episode of Podverse: This week we chat a bit about another podcast and one of its episodes. We throw out the question do "SUPER" heroes exist and what would they look like if they did. We chat a bit about Hugh Jackman, Then we switch up to a bit about the times we are liv ... Show More

7 m

Nov 2024

Solo Thoughts 16: Are You the Hero in Your Life's Story?

Peter McGraw reflects on the question, “Are you the hero in your life’s story?” After announcing a more spontaneous podcast release schedule, Peter dives into the idea of being the active protagonist in one’s life. Using the Hero’s Journey and Virgin’s Promise as frameworks, he u ... Show More

28m 28s

Oct 2022

Heroes | A Discussion about Season Six

<p>Join us as we discuss the three short stories of heroes and learn what you can expect this season as we show you the people, places, and events in history that have contributed to the good we see in our world today. </p>

26m 5s