Kant Talk 2.0

By: Goethe-Institut
  • Summary

  • Dive into thought-provoking discussions with host Dr. Christos Hadjioannou and expert guests as they unravel Kant’s ideas on understanding, ethics, reality, freedom, and aesthetics. Each episode brings Kant's theories to life, connecting them to today’s hot topics like artificial intelligence, animal rights, the metaverse, and social media. Get ready for engaging conversations and relatable examples that make complex philosophical concepts accessible and relevant to everyday life. Tune in and discover why Kant’s insights still matter today!

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Episodes
  • Should my cat have rights?
    Jan 17 2025

    What subjects did Kant explore in his works? What questions did he seek to answer? In our eighth and final episode of Kant Talk 2.0, we talk about Kant’s position on animals, whether we have any moral duties towards them. What did Kant think about what animals are? Do we have any obligations towards our cats, according to Kant?

    We have invited Dr. Laura Papish, who is a Kant expert and an Associate Professor of Philosophy at The George Washington University in the United States, to help us answer these questions.

    Join us for our final Kant Talk 2.0 podcast episode, as we examine Kant’s moral approach to animals and their welfare.

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    14 mins
  • Can a scientist believe in God?
    Jan 3 2025

    What subjects did Kant explore in his works? What questions did he seek to answer? In our seventh episode of Kant Talk 2.0, we discuss Kant’s position on religion given the fact that he was a philosopher of the Enlightenment, which was an era that emphasized the power of Reason and Science.

    We are joined by Dr. Krista Thomason, a Kant specialist who is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Swathmore College in the United States with whom we discuss these questions.

    Tune in for our discussion on what would Kant say about science and religion!

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    17 mins
  • World Citizens Unite!
    Dec 20 2024

    What subjects did Kant explore in his works? What questions did he seek to answer? In our sixth episode of Kant Talk 2.0, we delve into Kant’s political philosophy.

    We are joined by Dr. Cristóbal Garibay-Petersen, a Kant expert and fellow in European Philosophy at the London School of Economics and Political Science.

    Together, we unravel Kant’s perspectives on migration, border control, and international relations—topics that resonate deeply in today’s world.

    We will also confront the challenging and provocative issue of racism, questioning whether Kant himself held racist beliefs. What insights could he provide on migration and asylum policies? How might he interpret the concept of state borders?

    Join us for a thought-provoking discussion that sheds light on Kant’s relevance to contemporary political debates!

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    16 mins

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