“It's not a man's duty, as a matter of course, to devote himself to the eradication of any, even the most enormous wrong, but it is his duty at least to wash his hands of it.”

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Teach Different

193 episodes

5 days ago

This is a podcast for conversations - real conversations about ideas that matter. We use a powerful 3-Step Method to break down quotes from the world's greatest thinkers and we tackle themes like anger, civic responsibility, kindness and humility. Join us in our quest to inspire critical thinkers and problem solvers to "think outside the cave" and become the wise leaders our society so desperately needs. https://teachdifferent.com

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“It's not a man's duty, as a matter of course, to devote himself to the eradication of any, even the most enormous wrong, but it is his duty at least to wash his hands of it.” - With Thoreau

Teach Different

51 minutes 22 seconds

3 months ago

“It's not a man's duty, as a matter of course, to devote himself to the eradication of any, even the most enormous wrong, but it is his duty at least to wash his hands of it.” - With Thoreau

In this episode, Dan and Steve Fouts are joined by Mitchell Conway to explore a quote from Henry David Thoreau: “It’s not a man’s duty as a matter of course, to devote himself to the eradication of any, even the most enormous wrong, but it is his duty at least to wash his hands of it.” Mitchell shares his diverse experiences in education, emphasizing the importance of philosophy in teaching across various age groups. The discussion explores the role of age in philosophical discourse, the transformative potential of education, and the significance of the Teach Different Method. Together they unpack Thoreau's views on civil disobedience, reflecting on the ethical responsibilities individuals hold in the face of injustice.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction

00:10 - Mitch's Background in Philosophy and Education

02:14 - The Role of Philosophy in Education

04:55 - Philosophy for All Ages

07:19 - The Misconception of Youth and Philosophy

10:24 - The Importance of Open-Mindedness

13:18 - The Teach Different Method Explained

16:22 - Thoreau's Quote on Civil Disobedience

18:54 - Interpreting Thoreau's Message

22:02 - Real-World Applications of Thoreau's Ideas

24:45 - The Duty to Act Against Injustice

27:49 - The Complexity of Ethical Obligations

30:57 - Conclusion and Reflections on Responsibility

41:12 - Thoreau's Moral Duty and Civil Disobedience

43:42 - The Complexity of Ethical Obligations

44:43 - Criteria for Opposing Injustice

46:17 - Exploring Civil Disobedience

48:57 - Philosophy Walk on Civil Disobedience

49:44 - The Role of Education in Philosophy

51:07 - Teach Different Outro

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