Ian Hacking (b.1936)

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Sleep With Philosophy

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144 episodes

2 days ago

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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Ian Hacking (b.1936)

Sleep With Philosophy

19 minutes

1 month ago

Ian Hacking (b.1936)

As the night folds its silver veil over the skyline, we delve into the tranquil depths of philosophy, where the thoughts of Ian Hacking flow like a gentle river through the landscape of human understanding. Hackings insights into how scientific classifications shape our identities, akin to an artists brush strokes that define a landscape, reveal the profound interplay between knowledge and self-perception. Through his explorations, we encounter the looping effect—a dance of categories and self-awareness that reshapes both individual identities and societal norms. Let us drift into sleep with these soothing reflections on how our world is continuously woven by the threads of scientific and philosophical inquiry, inviting us to discover beneath the stars the silent, impactful ways our realities are constructed.This episode is hosted by Ashley Johnson. Check out more of our shows and get your free trial of Whisper Premium: www.whisper.fm Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/channel/whisper-fm/id6466174594 Whisper.fm on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whisper_fm