Filtrer par genre
- 207 - "What’s Up With Old Men? On Gerontocracy" - OaD Ep. 186
The dudes chat about an essay by Samuel Moyn on gerontocracy and the problems it brings up. Plus, Troy rants about a Taylor Swift meme, and Austin recommends Mr. and Mrs. Smith.
Tue, 20 Feb 2024 - 1h 34min - 206 - "What the F*ck is Money? Chat with Colin Drumm" - OaD Ep. 185Tue, 13 Feb 2024 - 1h 57min
- 205 - "Can Music Save Us? Chat w/Macon Holt" - OaD Ep. 184
The dudes chat with friend-of-the-show Macon Holt about the sonic shimmer within popular music, Afropessimism, and political possibility. Plus, Austin rants about Earth and time and clocks, and Troy recommends y'all watch Reservation Dogs.
Sun, 04 Feb 2024 - 1h 56min - 204 - "Are We Living in Nihilistic Times?" - OaD Ep. 183
The dudes chat about Wendy Brown's book Nihilistic Times and wonder what it means to live in a nihilistic age. Plus, Troy rants about Francis Schaeffer, and Austin recommends Justin Taylor's new book Reboot (and his first novel The Gospel of Anarchy).
Sun, 28 Jan 2024 - 2h 01min - 203 - "In Praise of Raw-Dogging the World: Sex, Art, and Consumerism" - OaD Ep. 182
The dudes chat about sex and film through the essay The Puritanical Eye, and they ask the simple question, "Is there enough sex in movies these days?" Plus, Austin rants about aggressive drivers in Sydney, and Troy recommends the series The Curse.
Sun, 21 Jan 2024 - 1h 47min - 202 - "When is it Right to Rebel?" - OaD Ep. 181
The dudes chat about if and when it's right to rebel by looking at Tommie Shelby's seminal article "Justice, Deviance, and the Dark Ghetto." Plus, Troy rants about the problem with absolutizing asymmetrical power relations, and Austin gets stoked for Keanu Reeves' upcoming novel.
Sat, 13 Jan 2024 - 2h 14min - 201 - "Never Go Full Ontotheology: On Thought and Being" - OaD Ep. 180
The dudes chat about Paul Livingston's book The Politics of Logic and discuss the 4 orientations of thought. Plus, Austin rants about liking things, and Troy recommends Flora and Son.
Sat, 06 Jan 2024 - 2h 37min - 200 - "Elites Are Silencing Expressions of Palestinian Solidarity" - OaD Ep. 179
The dudes chat about Austin's recent article in Jacobin on how elites are silencing criticism of Israel. Plus, Troy rants about political realism in the wake of Kissinger's death, and Austin enjoys Christmas.
Sat, 30 Dec 2023 - 1h 45min - 199 - "From Muslim, To Atheist… To Christian?" - OaD Ep. 178
The dudes chat about Ayaan Hirsi Ali's article "Why I am now a Christian." They discuss her reasons for becoming a Christian and discuss the clash of civilizations that seems to be the basis of her conversion. Plus, Austin rants about the trend towards silencing the feelable, and Troy recommends Godzilla Minus One.
Sat, 16 Dec 2023 - 1h 50min - 198 - "The Obligations of the Oppressed: On Israel and Palestine, Redux" - OaD Ep. 177
The dudes do a Part Two, of sorts, tackling another Walzer piece on the obligations of oppressed people; but this is from 50 years ago! And, of course, they tie it in with last episode and the ongoing military operation in Gaza. Plus, Troy rants about shallow politics and pleas for internationalism, and Austin recommends getting involved with some nice community members where you can really have some deep convos.
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 - 2h 00min - 197 - "Do the Oppressed Have Obligations? On Israel and Palestine" - OaD Ep. 176
The dudes work through an article by Michael Walzer on whether or not the oppressed have obligations or impunity to do what they deem right and necessary. Plus, Austin rants about American Evangelicals' support of Israel, even though they believe Jews are going to hell, and Troy recommends Killers of the Flower Moon.
Sat, 25 Nov 2023 - 2h 03min - 196 - "The Mountains Are Calling, We Must Go: John Muir" - OaD EP. 175
The dudes chat about the nature philosophy of John Muir. Plus, Troy rants about sports gambling, and Austin recommends the film, Perfect Days.
Fri, 17 Nov 2023 - 1h 40min - 195 - "Better Call Saul: The Greatest Show Ever?!? " - OaD Ep. 174
The dudes chat about one of the greatest tv series in recent memory, Better Call Saul. Plus, Austin rants about the usefulness and value of studying philosophy, and Troy recommends The Bear.
Sat, 11 Nov 2023 - 1h 39min - 194 - "It’s Showtime (Almost)" - OaD Ep. 173
The dudes get into the show Winning Time on HBO, which was made for them to enjoy. Plus, Troy has found a new level of bad dialogue in movies, and Austin is almost finished with Better Call Saul.
Mon, 05 Sep 2022 - 193 - "Sex, Politics, and Transfiguring Desire" - Oad Ep. 172
The guys discuss the expectation of desire fulfillment and desire as an independent variable, contestable and changeable. Plus, a shitty minute to talk about the repetitive and seemingly fruitless nature of discourse on social media, and a recommendation for Heavy Metal Gangs of Wadeye.
Mon, 04 Jul 2022 - 1h 45min - 192 - "Nuance: Virtue or Vice?" - OaD Ep. 171
The dudes discuss "Actually Existing Nuance" vs. the negative tendencies of the "nuance-promoting theorist," as introduced in Kieran Healy's "Fuck Nuance." Plus, Troy goes back and forth on his support for Draymond Green's podcast, and Austin is reading The Empty Space.
Thu, 30 Jun 2022 - 1h 35min - 191 - "Can You Be An Ethical CEO?" - OaD Ep. 170
The dudes get into the second patron-chosen topic and ask if it's possible to be an ethical boss, using William Shaw's "Marxism, Business Ethics, and Corporate Responsibility" as framework. Plus, the toxicity of celebrity obsession and unexplained Youth behavior.
Sat, 11 Jun 2022 - 2h 03min - 190 - "Your Outie is Beloved Podcast: Severance" - OaD Ep. 169
The guys discuss the show Severance. Plus, Troy says it's okay to feel hopeless - maybe even necessary - and Austin has finally gotten into Veep.
Fri, 03 Jun 2022 - 1h 41min - 189 - "Job: Angry at God for the Crime of Being" - OaD Ep. 168
The dudes discuss The Book of Job in a way that may differ from your middle school religious studies... Plus, The Self-Assessment Society and Godspeed You! Black Emperor.
Fri, 20 May 2022 - 1h 31min - 188 - "Everything and Nothing All at Once" - OaD Ep. 167
The boys discuss the origins of nihilism and existential crises within the framework of the movie Everything Everywhere All At Once. Plus, Troy considers the political inclinations of crypto ads, and Austin enjoys some historical non-fiction reading.
Fri, 13 May 2022 - 1h 38min - 187 - "Are You a Jerk or a Sweetheart?" - OaD Ep. 166
The dudes discuss Eric Schwitzgebel's article "The COVID Jerk" and what it means to be a Jerk and a Sweetheart, as well as the difference between niceness and kindness. Plus, there's no need to be so sour towards Bernie Sanders, but there IS a need to watch Everything Everywhere All At Once.
Thu, 05 May 2022 - 1h 23min - 186 - "Are We Liberals?" - OaD Ep. 165
The dudes discuss a blog post by philosopher of science Liam Bright, which explores the genealogy of Liberalism and what it means to not identify as such in today's society. Plus, the hedonism of music festivals and a potentially "great" review of Severance.
Fri, 15 Apr 2022 - 1h 33min - 185 - "Putin's Ignoble Lie: Fascism, Nihilism, and Zizek on the Ukraine War" - OaD Ep. 164
The dudes discuss fascism, nihilism, Prozorov's false universalism, and Alexandr Dugin's concept of the "Russian Truth." Plus, the absurdity of wanting a return to "normalcy" post-war, and the AppleTV series For All Mankind.
Thu, 24 Mar 2022 - 1h 40min - 184 - "Russia-Ukraine War: There Can Be More Than One Empire" - OaD Ep. 163Thu, 10 Mar 2022 - 1h 30min
- 183 - "COVID and Legitimacy: Has Agamben Lost the Plot?" - OaD Ep. 162
The dudes discuss Adam Kotsko's article pondering Giorgio Agamben's pandemic writings, and whether or not they have permanently tarnished his legacy. Plus, Troy critiques the critiques of modern punk music, and Austin is finally watching The Night Of.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 - 182 - "Art Sustains Us, Art Frees Us: Station Eleven" - OaD Ep. 161
The dudes talk about the importance and meaning of art in the HBO series 'Station Eleven,' based on the novel of the same name by Emily St. John Mandel. Plus, Austin expresses political anguish and Troy is excited for Adam McKay's 'Winning Time.'
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 - 1h 27min - 181 - "There's No 'Normal' to Return To: Death Drive Nation" - OaD Ep. 160
The guys chat about Freud's death drive theory in response to Patrick Blanchfield's reexamination of the topic. They also promote reading in bars and watching Station Eleven.
Wed, 16 Feb 2022 - 1h 26min - 180 - "Can We Have Meaning in a Virtual World?" - OaD Ep. 159
The dudes discuss whether virtual realities can hold the same meaning as our current reality. Plus, Austin questions Neil Young's choices and Troy reminisces on Dumb Starbucks.
Tue, 08 Feb 2022 - 1h 43min - 179 - "Don't Look Up: Mocking, Impression, or Satire?" – OaD Ep. 158
The dudes chat about Don't Look Up and ask if it's a successful satire. Plus, Troy rants about some criticisms of Dune, and Austin recommends campervans.
Mon, 31 Jan 2022 - 1h 39min - 178 - "Should We Blow Sh*t Up? On Andreas Malm and 'Intelligent Sabotage'" – OaD Ep. 157
The dudes chat about Andreas Malm's controversial ideas from his book *How to Blow Up a Pipeline* and ask if it's every morally right to engage in sabotage for political purposes. Plus, Austin rants about some bad takes on the Metaverse, and Troy recommends Station Eleven.
Fri, 28 Jan 2022 - 1h 21min - 177 - "Ideal v. Non-Ideal Theory: Charles Mills In Memoriam" – OaD Ep. 156
The dudes pay respect to the recently departed Charles Mills, whose work on ethics shaped the landscape for much of what we now know as critical race theory and the philosophy of race. The dudes walk step-by-step through his essay "'Ideal Theory' as Ideology," and ponder over the value (or lack thereof) of idealizing when doing ethics. Plus, Troy rants about the phrase "doing my own research," and Austin recommends Pandora Sykes' book How Do We Know We're Doing It Right?
Thu, 27 Jan 2022 - 1h 21min - 176 - "What is Education Anyway? - Philosophy of Pedagogy" – OaD Ep. 155
The dudes tackle the patron-chosen topic: philosophy of education. But, per usual, they bs beyond the normal bounds of this discussion and somehow tantra gets brought into the chat. Plus, Austin rants about the political blame game, and Troy recommends Pig
Mon, 27 Sep 2021 - 1h 27min - 175 - "Just Let People Enjoy Things, Right? Right??" – OaD Ep. 154
The dudes chat about if we should collectively just calm the eff down and let people enjoy things without being so damned critical all the time. Plus, Troy rants and Austin recs.
Fri, 17 Sep 2021 - 1h 16min - 174 - "Guys Being Dudes: On The Health Industry" – OaD Ep. 153
The dudes chat about how the health industry targets us. While it makes all of us feel shitty, the dudes chat specifically about the male wellness industry targeting dudes for not ever being Dude enough. Plus Austin rants and Troy recs.
Mon, 06 Sep 2021 - 1h 11min - 173 - "Streaming and Post-scarcity" – OaD Ep. 152
The dudes chat about a blog post from Matt Bruenig on streaming services and living in a post-scarcity world (or is it?)... Plus, Troy rants about "The Hot Hand Fallacy" and Austin and Troy talk about the NBA Finals.
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 - 1h 43min - 172 - "Melancholy v. Mourning: 'Resisting Left Melancholy' by Wendy Brown" – OaD Ep. 151
The dudes chat about an article by Wendy Brown on resisting left melancholy and how melancholy differs from mourning. Plus, Austin rants about 'going back to normal', and Troy recommends the original Space Jam.
Thu, 05 Aug 2021 - 1h 27min - 171 - "Does Your Psychology Affect Your Philosophy?" – Owls at Dawn Episode 150
In this ep, the dudes look over a study that showed correlations between one's psychological traits and philosophical views. Plus, Troy talks about the Lakers Podcast Catfish story, and Austin recommends Nomadland,
Mon, 19 Jul 2021 - 1h 44min - 170 - "Christianity and Sexual Repression" – OaD Episode 149
The dudes chat about an angle in the Georgia Shooting event that hasn't been examined as much: his Christian religion, and the possibility of this being a causal factor in driving him to perpetuate such a heinous act. Plus, Austin rants about TikTok and Troy recommends music-related goodies.
Mon, 17 May 2021 - 1h 25min - 169 - "NFTs: Scam or Miracle?" – OaD Episode 148
NFTs are all the rage at the moment. The dudes chat about what they are and then give a few ways we can think critically about this fad. Plus, Troy rants about the NCAA tournament, and Austin gushes about new media.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 - 1h 26min - 168 - "Is Jordan Peterson Really a Fascist?" YouTube Video
Austin's YouTube channel is relaunched and LIVE. He'll be doing videos every Monday and Thursday, bringing you the same content you've come to expect from him but in smaller and snappier form. Check out Austin Hayden's channel and spread the word!
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 - 01min - 167 - "Judas and the Black Messiah: w/Dr. Kamasi Hill" – OaD Ep. 147
Dr. Kamasi Hill joins the dudes to chat about Judas and the Black Messiah. They delve into the history of the black radical tradition, discuss youthful zeal, and ask what this film means for us in the 21st century. Plus, rants about pop psychology, and Troy recommends the KSR book Ministry for the Future.
Mon, 22 Mar 2021 - 1h 37min - 166 - "Socialism and Marxism: Chat with Bhaskar Sunkara of Jacobin" – OaD Ep. 146
The dudes chat with Jacobin editor/publisher and author of The Socialist Manifesto Bhaskar Sunkara. They discuss the relevance of socialism and/or Marxism in the 21st century... and they chat a little basketball at the end as well ;) Plus, Troy rants about the Netflix film Moxie, and Austin is all excited about his new veggie box subscription.
Mon, 15 Mar 2021 - 1h 35min - 165 - "Capitalism as Religion: Benjamin and Agamben" – OaD Ep. 145
The dudes tackle the patron-chosen topic: capitalism as religion. They use two essays on the subject to navigate the topic: one by Walter Benjamin and the other by Giorgio Agamben. Plus Austin rants about a tweet by Daniel Bessner and Troy recommend the music of Richard Dawson.
Fri, 05 Mar 2021 - 1h 39min - 164 - SPECIAL EPISODE: Some Thoughts After a Family TragedyMon, 01 Mar 2021 - 28min
- 163 - "Chat with Sarah Jaffe on Burnout" – OaD Ep. 144
The dudes chat with journalist and author Sarah Jaffe about social unions, art collectives, and the future of work and burnout
Mon, 01 Mar 2021 - 1h 47min - 162 - "True West: Family Trauma, Destiny, and the Decline of America" – OaD Ep. 143
The dudes chat about the play True West by Sam Shepard. Plus, Austin rants about a recent audition experience, and Troy recommends the video game Outer Wilds.
Thu, 11 Feb 2021 - 1h 31min - 161 - "On Burnout" – OaD Ep. 142
The dudes chat about burnout. What it means What causes it. And what can be done about it. Plus, Troy rants about "Vanilla ISIS," and Austin gushes about some football.
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 - 1h 37min - 160 - "Be Excellent to Each Other: The Ethics of the Bill and Ted Franchise" – OaD Ep. 141
The dudes chat about... the other dudes: Bill and Ted. They discuss the pretty sick ethics of the Bill and Ted franchise, focusing mainly on the first and third films. Plus, Austin rants about Instagram, and Troy recommends the film 'Another Round'.
Wed, 20 Jan 2021 - 1h 35min - 159 - "End of 2020 Rants and Recommendations" – OaD Ep. 140Thu, 07 Jan 2021 - 1h 24min
- 158 - "Datafication, Financialization, and Basketball?" – OaD Ep. 139
Adam Beddawi joins Austin to chat about how datafication and financialization are taking over more and more spheres of life. They chat about the NBA and explore how it's a perfect example of this tendency.
Tue, 08 Dec 2020 - 1h 15min - 157 - "Can Sound Save Us?" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 138
The dudes chat with Macon Holt about music festivals, sound, and freedom. Plus, Troy rants about Nu Metal (but maybe not how you'd expect), and Austin recommends some meditation apps (not ones you might expect...).
Mon, 30 Nov 2020 - 1h 48min - 156 - *** Special Announcement: OUR MERCH IS HERE!!!! ***Wed, 25 Nov 2020 - 02min
- 155 - "Parliamentary Book Club: Markus Gabriel's *Fields of Sense* Ch. 5" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 137Mon, 23 Nov 2020 - 1h 14min
- 154 - "David Graeber In Memoriam: Army of Altruists" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 136
The dudes chat about the life and work of David Graeber, focusing on an essay he wrote called "Army of Atruists." Plus, Austin rants about the election and popular politics, and Troy recommends the TV show Ramy.
Mon, 09 Nov 2020 - 1h 37min - 153 - "Parliamentary Book Club: Markus Gabriel's *Fields of Sense* Ch. 4" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 135
The dudes jump back into their book club going through Markus Gabriel's *Fields of Sense*. This week they go through chapter 4, and discuss set theory, ontotheology, disenchantment, scientific nihilism, etc etc. Plus, Troy rants about Dune being pushed back and Austin recommends some foot pampering.
Wed, 28 Oct 2020 - 1h 44min - 152 - "QAnon: The Philosophy of Conspiracy Theories" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 134
The dudes chat about QAnon. Plus, Austin rants about the left using certain words willy-nilly, and Troy recs more Phil Elverum music.
Tue, 20 Oct 2020 - 1h 51min - 151 - "Empathy, Trauma, and Artistic Responsibility: The Last of Us 2" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 133
The dudes chat about The Last of Us (mostly part 2), and discuss empathy, trauma, and artistic responsibility. Plus, Troy chats about asterisks in sports, and Austin recommends reading plays.
Wed, 07 Oct 2020 - 1h 44min - 150 - "Parliamentary Book Club: Markus Gabriel's *Fields of Sense* Ch. 3" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 132
The dudes are back!!!! Jumping back into Markus Gabriel's Fields of Sense, the dudes get into chapter 3 on why Kant and Frege are both wrong (according to Gabriel). Plus, Austin rants about Troy and OnlyFans, and Troy recommends some British TV.
Tue, 15 Sep 2020 - 1h 41min - 149 - "Parliamentary Book Club: Markus Gabriel's Fields of Sense Ch. 2 " – Owls at Dawn, Episode 131
The dudes jump back into Gabriel's Fields of Sense. Plus Austin rants about 'cottagecore', and Troy recs some great music (Lingua Ignota), per usual ;)
Mon, 10 Aug 2020 - 1h 46min - 148 - "Tearing Down Statues: Protests and Iconoclasm" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 130
The dudes chat about the BLM protests, paying particular attention to the logic(s) of tearing down statues. Plus, Troy rants about 'respect', and Austin recs the new Run the Jewels album
Mon, 06 Jul 2020 - 1h 43min - 147 - "Parliamentary Book Club: Markus Gabriel's *Fields of Sense* Ch. 1" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 129
The dudes jump back into their journey through Gabriels Fields of Sense, this time tackling the first chapter on 'zoontology'. Plus, Austin and Troy do some ranting about discourses surrounding the BLM protests, and Troy recommends the zombie film One Cut of the Dead.
Thu, 25 Jun 2020 - 1h 52min - 146 - "Michael Jordan, Great and Crazy" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 128
The dudes welcome back their longtime friend, Matthew Telle, to chat about the Espn/Netflix docuseries The Last Dance.
Wed, 17 Jun 2020 - 1h 20min - 145 - "Parliamentary Book Club: Markus Gabriel's *Fields of Sense* Intro" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 127
The dudes start up a new Parliamentary Book Club, this time going through Markus Gabriel's tome *Fields of Sense*. Join us as we begin this pretty heft journey through some central questions in the history of Western Philosophy. Plus, Troy rants about "The Real Lord of the Flies," and Austin gushes about the sunrise.
Wed, 27 May 2020 - 1h 33min - 144 - "From Socialism to... Christianity?" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 126
We work through an essay by Orthodox theologian David Bentley Hart on Socialism, and think about the limits and value of his 'Romantic' and 'Christian' critique of capitalism. Plus, Austin rants about 'This is the moment', and Troy recs some music.
Tue, 19 May 2020 - 1h 34min - 143 - "The Politics of Certainty v. A Politics of Uncertainty" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 125
The dudes tackle the patron-chosen topic on political certainty versus uncertainty. Plus, Troy rants about "we are the virus," and Austin gushes about surfing.
Mon, 11 May 2020 - 1h 41min - 142 - "Inventing the Future: The Film" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 124
The dudes chat about the cinematic adaptation of the best-selling book Inventing the Future: Postcapitalism and a World Without Work. Plus, Austin rants about Bernie dropping out and Troy recommends Succession.
Wed, 29 Apr 2020 - 1h 56min - 141 - "The 'Rona Ep" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 123
The dudes chat about the global pandemic and the social, political, and economic impact it is/will/might have.
Tue, 21 Apr 2020 - 1h 46min - 140 - "Pop Music, Politics, and Capitalist Realism" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 122
The dudes welcome Macon Holt to chat about his new book. Plus, Troy rants about the Democratic Primary and Austin recs iPads (kinda)
Wed, 08 Apr 2020 - 1h 39min - 139 - "Academia Sucks... or Does it?" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 121
This week the dudes chat about an essay by a former academic who explains why he's leaving the world of professional philosophy. Plus, Austin rants about a power outage and Troy recs some hip hop.
Sun, 29 Mar 2020 - 1h 30min - 138 - "Courage: An Outdated Concept?" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 120
The dude's chat about a Frank Ruda article called "Courage." It's really accessible and available open access online. Check it out! Plus, Troy rants about a tv show "Don't F*ck with Cats" and Austin recommends working with your hands.
Wed, 26 Feb 2020 - 1h 23min - 137 - "Nihilism, the Suburbs, and Redemptive Music: Interview w/Lars Iyer" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 119
Lars Iyer joins the dudes to chat about his new book *Nietzsche and the Burbs*. Lars' novels have been favs of our for a while so this was a great opportunity to chat with one of our favorite and most insightful writers... plus the book is FUNNY AF. Also, Austin rants about the Bernie-Joe Rogan kerfuffle, and Troy talks about building coalitions.
Mon, 03 Feb 2020 - 1h 52min - 136 - "A Romantic Critique of Capitalism? "We Have Never Been Disenchanted'" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 118
The dudes chat about Eugene McCarraher's essay "We Have Never Been Disenchanted" and discuss just how far we can take his Romantic critique of capitalism before it falls into mere theological assertion. Plus, Troy rants about philosophy profs on TV/film, and Austin recommends Malick's latest masterpiece, A Hidden Life.
Tue, 28 Jan 2020 - 1h 57min - 135 - "What's Going on in Iran? US-Iran War Games?" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 117
The dudes welcome a guest who requested to keep her identity anonymous so as to not incriminate her family in Iran or to jeopardize her own future upon her return to the country, people, and culture she loves. She is an Iranian scholar currently living abroad who gives us unique insight into the Iranian mindset during these tumultuous times. Plus, Austin rants some more about the internet, and Troy recommends some philosophy haiku.
Wed, 22 Jan 2020 - 1h 40min - 134 - "Star Wars is NOT Cinema" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 116
The dudes chat about the new Star Wars flick. Good? Bad? Hot takes? Is it just a financial instrument? Is there still value in it despite any possible criticisms? Plus, Troy rants about Obama's end of the year lists, and Austin recommends Enchantments of Mammon.
Sun, 12 Jan 2020 - 1h 46min - 133 - *BONUS EPISODE* "How to Deal with Life if it's Meaningless"
The dudes get personal and address an email question about the meaninglessness of life and the anxieties such a thought might bring up.
Mon, 06 Jan 2020 - 39min - 132 - "The End of the Decade Wrap-Up: From Philosophy to Film and Beyond" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 115
The dudes ask each other questions ranging from philosophy, to sports, to cooking, to film/music/etc etc... it gets a little deep and a little shallow – the perfect way to wrap up the 2010s.
Mon, 23 Dec 2019 - 1h 30min - 131 - "Election Madness!!! What Happened in the UK? And What's Up with the US?" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 114
The dudes chat about the upcoming US elections and the political climate. Plus, they welcome Jon AKA The Lit Crit Guy on to debrief us about what happened in the UK's election last week.
Fri, 20 Dec 2019 - 1h 29min - 130 - "What Makes Life Worth Living?" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 113
The dudes jump back into some ETHICS. This is basically a part two (check out last week's for the first part), but works as a stand alone episode. Troy and Austin tackle Parfit's Repugnant Conclusion and explore what it means for life to valuable/worth living/etc. Plus, Troy rants about Buttigieg, and Austin coos over his swimming obsession.
Mon, 09 Dec 2019 - 1h 33min - 129 - "Are We Responsible to Future Generations?" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 112
The dudes jump into a couple sections in Derek Parfit's renown tome Reasons and Persons and address the issue of identity and how it relates to our ethical responsibility to future persons. Plus, Austin rants about YouTubers daily eating vlogs, and Troy recommends Jeffrey Lewis.
Mon, 02 Dec 2019 - 1h 28min - 128 - "Making Babies is Wrong: On Anti-Natalism" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 111
The dudes chat about anti-natalism and work through the various suppositions that define this, perhaps, controversial position. Plus, Troy rants about "Ok, Boomer" and Austin recommends some Walt Whitman.
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 - 1h 37min - 127 - "Females: Everyone is Female and Everyone Hates it?" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 110
The dude's do some proper BSing about Andrea Long Chu's new book Females. We discuss self-negation, weakness/meekness, capitalism, etc etc. Plus, Austin rants about BCE and Troy recommends the new Watchmen tv series.
Mon, 18 Nov 2019 - 1h 32min - 126 - "Parasite: The Film Leftists Wanted Joker to Be" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 109
The dudes chat about Parasite!!!! Is it the best film of the year? Regardless, it's deep, profound, funny af, and will leave you with more than enough to chew on for a while. Plus, Troy rants about people getting all huffy over Scorcese's remarks on Marvel films, and Austin extols the virtues of moshpits.
Mon, 11 Nov 2019 - 1h 40min - 125 - "A Catholic Case for Communism" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 108
Dean Dettloff of The Magnificast podcast joins the dudes to chat about an article he wrote that caused a little stir: "The Catholic Case for Communism." They chat about faith, doubt, Marx, The Pope, differences between Caths and Prots, and a whole lot more. Plus, Austin rants about TikTok, and Troy recommends Mr. Bungle.
Tue, 05 Nov 2019 - 1h 48min - 124 - "Sex is Everything" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 107
This week, Isabel Millar joins the dudes to address the Patron-chosen topic: the philosophy of psychoanalysis (even though we kinda contest that phrasing a bit through the discussion). They chat about enjoyment, sex, AI, sex robots, etc etc etc. Plus Troy rants about the phrase "art is subjective," and Austin talks about how much he loves swimming... and his new speedo shorts.
Mon, 28 Oct 2019 - 1h 34min - 123 - "Chile in Crisis: What? Why? How? And What's Next?" – Owls at Dawn, Bonus Episode
Austin chats with Chilean Political Economist David Aviles about the crisis in Chile. They discuss David's background, Chile's history, and the economic and political underpinning that has led to the current wave of protests.
Tue, 22 Oct 2019 - 2h 31min - 122 - *SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT*
Special announcement letting y'all know about Austin's "An Apostate's Bible Read-through" on YouTube and Insta. Make sure to subscribe to his YouTube channel and follow his Insta to follow along. https://www.youtube.com/user/austinhayden https://www.instagram.com/aus_hay/
Mon, 21 Oct 2019 - 03min - 121 - "Joker: Profound or Confused?" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 106
The dudes chat about the clown movie (Joker) and muse through the political lines that have been drawn, of course pressing the conversation into deeper (and more interesting) terrain. Plus, Austin takes time to consider political doubt, and Troy talks about the value of suffering... Yeah, it's a heavy episode ;)
Mon, 21 Oct 2019 - 1h 42min - 120 - "Avoid Error or Remain Open to Truth? James' 'The Will to Believe'" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 105
The dudes discuss the nature of belief, using Williams James' classic lecture "The Will to Believe" as their guide. Plus, Troy rants about the China-NBA scuffle, and Austin talks about his new daily routine of drinking bone broth.
Mon, 14 Oct 2019 - 1h 34min - 119 - "What is Empirical?" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 104
The dudes work through a term that is often presumed to have a simple meaning: empirical. With the help of an essay by Jacob Loewenberg, they unpack this term and consider various ways this adjective is used. Plus, Austin rants about Argan Oil and Troy chats about the Hegel husband meme that caught the philosophy world by storm.
Mon, 07 Oct 2019 - 1h 17min - 118 - "What Does it Mean to Care?" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 103
This week, the dudes chat about care, ethics, and justice. Plus, Troy rants about comedians, and Austin gushes about his new tattoo (and just the whole tat process).
Mon, 30 Sep 2019 - 1h 32min - 117 - "The World Sucks... or Does it? On the Suffering of the World" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 102
Does the world really suck? This week, the dudes work through Schopenhauer's essay "On the Suffering of the World" and put his metaphysical pessimism to the test. Plus, Austin rants about theatre demographics and Troy recommends Fleabag.
Fri, 20 Sep 2019 - 1h 29min - 116 - "Bolsonaro Fiddles While The Amazon Burns" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 101
The dudes chat about nature, capital, the nation state and how we can think critically and philosophically about the environment. Plus, Troy rants about The Golden Rule, and Austin talks about his Baby Shark Ab challenge.
Thu, 05 Sep 2019 - 1h 27min - 115 - "100th Episode Special!!! Answering Your Qs" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 100
It's the 100th episode mofos!!! We answer your questions, from the ethics of ass eating, to the Hong Kong protests, to how we got into philosophy, to whether or not we believe in God still... It was a great chat filled with both fun and some profundity.
Sat, 31 Aug 2019 - 1h 53min - 114 - "Losing My Religion" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 99
TROY IS BACK!!! And this week, we chat about what it means to lose one's faith, whether in God, a political ideology or otherwise. We take the public announcement of a prominent US pastor and writer named Josh Harris as an example to help us think through this issue. Plus, Austin rants about the world passing him by, and Troy recommends The Beastie Boys Book
Mon, 19 Aug 2019 - 1h 31min - 113 - "Is Anti-Stalinism Left Wing Racism? A Conversation w/a Tankie" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 98
This week, Austin sits down with researcher Jay Tharappel to discuss Stalinism and post-colonial theory.
Wed, 07 Aug 2019 - 1h 39min - 112 - "According to the Real: What is Non-Philosophy?" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 97
This week, Austin is joined by Laruelle translator and philosopher Taylor Adkins to explore the enigmatic musings of François Laruelle's non-philosophical project. Is it meta-philosophy? anti-philosophy? does it have a political project? and more!
Tue, 30 Jul 2019 - 1h 59min - 111 - "What *IS* Racism? What Makes One (a) Racist?" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 96
The dudes chat about what racism is, and about what it means for someone to be a racist. Plus, Troy rants about the word "interesting," and Austin gushes about the release of the long-anticipated trailer for the cinematic adaptation of Inventing the Future.
Tue, 23 Jul 2019 - 1h 40min - 110 - "Bureaucracy, Science, and Truth: Chernobyl" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 95
The dudes chat about the mini series Chernobyl and some of the surrounding themes. Plus, Austin rants about superlatives, and Troy recommends some Japanese music.
Thu, 18 Jul 2019 - 1h 40min - 109 - "More Than Words: On Poetry w/Tim Lavenz" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 94
Philosopher-poet, Tim Lavenz, joins the dudes to pick up where he left off the last time he graced OaD with his presence. Then, the topic was non-religious Messianism. Now, the conversation shifts to poetry and how this artistic form opens up thought to the beyond. Plus, Troy rants about... Austin, and Austin recommends some films from the Sydney Film Fest.
Sat, 29 Jun 2019 - 2h 00min - 108 - "Dueling Pianos: Zizek v. Peterson Pt. 2" – Owls at Dawn, Episode 93
We had so much fun chatting with Heidi and Dave last week about the event that we just needed to do one more episode covering the Zizek-Peterson debate. Plus, Austin rants about Mark Zuckerberg and Troy recaps a great sports story which confirms a long-held conspiracy theory.
Mon, 24 Jun 2019 - 1h 56min
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