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Philosophical Odysseys

Murat Ergen

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Fréquence : 1 épisode/3j. Total Éps: 39

Welcome to Philosophical Odysseys! Here, we take philosophy off the dusty shelves and bring it straight to the heart of life. Guided by ancient thinkers, we embark on a deep exploration of existence, ethics, and our search for meaning. From Nietzsche to the Stoics, and from the light of ancient wisdom to the struggles of the modern world, we seek not just answers, but the right questions. If you wish to grasp life through a deeper lens and open new doors in your mind, join us. If you’re ready, let’s begin!

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The Invisible Will Controlling Us: A Deep Dive into "The World as Will and Representation"

dimanche 28 juin 2026 • Durée 48:33

Are you ready to lift the veil of secrecy behind reality?

In this episode, based on Arthur Schopenhauer's masterpiece "The World as Will and Representation", we embark on a deep philosophical journey into the nature of life, suffering, and human desires. You will discover that the universe we perceive is merely a "representation" of our minds, and that at the very foundation of existence lies a blind, irrational, and endless "will".

Why do we constantly desire things and why can we never be truly satisfied?

What is the saving role of love, art, and especially music in this chaotic world?

How can one escape this endless wheel of suffering, selfish desires, and the burden of life?

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How Aesthetics Can Save Us?: The Surprising Power of Goodness and Beauty

dimanche 21 juin 2026 • Durée 44:47

Is beauty merely an abstract concept belonging to art and nature, or is it an existential necessity and a form of social action?

In this episode, we trace the concepts of "beauty" and "aesthetics" throughout human history, embarking on a fascinating journey of thought from Plato and Aristotle to Kant, Sircello, and Nehamas.

As we explore the objective and subjective dimensions of beauty, you will discover its profound relationship with morality and the flawless balance in architecture. Moreover, we don't limit this journey to philosophical theories; we witness how aesthetics transforms into concrete social benefit today through the projects, education, solidarity, and environmental contributions of civil society organizations .

Join us on this journey where the good and the beautiful intersect, shedding light on humanity's quest to understand itself!

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We Know the Reality, But Who Constructs the Truth (The Invisible Game of Mind and Society)

dimanche 14 juin 2026 • Durée 01:06:41

Do the words "reality" and "truth," which we often use interchangeably in daily life, actually mean the same thing?

In this episode, we explore the fascinating and profound difference between these two fundamental pillars of human thought. While reality is the objective and physical state of the universe seeking an answer to the question "What exists?", truth is a reflection of the human mind, the search for meaning, and the interpretation of knowledge chasing the question "What is true?".

On this eye-opening journey stretching from the etymology of the words to Plato's cave, from the philosophy of science to the echo chambers of social media where reality is bent, and into our current "Post-Truth" era, you will re-evaluate what is real and what is fiction.

We invite you to listen this episode to understand the fine line between the human effort to see reality as it is and the desire to reach the truth.

Enjoy listening!

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How Should We Live in a Challenging World?: Join the Intellectual Odyssey of Stoicism!

lundi 8 juin 2026 • Durée 49:19

As one of the most influential philosophical movements of the ancient world, Stoicism is not just a system of thought, but a practical guide on how to live rightly in a challenging world.

In this episode, we embark on the historical journey of the Stoic school, from its early foundations in Athens by Zeno to Roman thinkers like Seneca, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius. We delve deep into the heart of the philosophy, exploring core themes such as ethics, epistemology, logic, natural philosophy (physics), and the concepts of fate and free will. Furthermore, you will discover the surprising influence of Stoicism on medicine, grammar, astronomy, and its enduring impact on modern thinkers like Spinoza.

Are you ready to join this intellectual odyssey that could shape your life?

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How an Infidel and a Professor Changed the World?

mardi 2 juin 2026 • Durée 48:35

Welcome behind the scenes of one of the greatest intellectual friendships in history, a bond that laid the foundations of modern thought!

One is the cheerful, outgoing, and skeptical philosopher David Hume, known as the "Infidel"; the other is the cautious, reserved Adam Smith, the "Professor" and father of modern economics. This podcast deeply explores the extraordinary relationship between these two intellectual giants that blossomed in the heart of the 18th-century Scottish Enlightenment, shaping modern philosophy and political economy with an unshakable bond despite their intellectual differences and societal pressures. Get ready to discover how their groundbreaking debates on religion, morality, and free trade built the world we live in today.

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Real Happiness is a Logical Revolt

jeudi 28 mai 2026 • Durée 43:23

If the pursuit of happiness itself is making you unhappy, perhaps you are looking for the wrong thing. According to Badiou, true happiness is not a mere satisfaction, but the courage to pursue the impossible.

In this podcast, exploring Alain Badiou's Metaphysics of Real Happiness, we ask: Is it possible to build an authentic life in a world surrounded by consumer culture, false security, and ordinary satisfactions?

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Where Does Spinoza's Joy Come From?

mercredi 20 mai 2026 • Durée 20:59

Why do we settle for fleeting moments of happiness instead of transforming into lasting joy? Based on Çetin Balanuye's book "Where Does Spinoza's Joy Come From?", this podcast examines the three great illusions that secretly drown our lives in sorrow: transcendence, the illusion of free will, and teleology. Discover Spinoza's undeniable philosophical proposition that has echoed through the centuries. Learn how to stop being passive beings merely reacting to events, increase your power of action through "adequate ideas," and successfully "become joy" itself in the flow of life. Are you ready to leave sadness behind, integrate with the necessary flow of nature, and master the art of living?

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The Slave Who Forged Mental Invincibility

lundi 11 mai 2026 • Durée 30:42

Building an unshakable mind, from slavery to wisdom... In this video, we explore the philosophy of Stoicism through the eyes of Epictetus, who was born a slave in the Roman era and became one of history's greatest philosophers. How can we stand strong against the events we cannot control in life? Does accepting our fate and pain truly liberate us, or does it create an obstacle to our personal progress? Chasing the question "How to Be Free?", we discuss ways to build a mental shield against the hardships of the external world, blending these ancient ideas with the struggles of the modern era. If you are looking for a resilient mindset that refuses to give up in the face of life's difficulties and focuses on making the best of what you have instead of complaining, you are invited to this philosophical journey.

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Sapere Aude from Rome to AI

mardi 28 avril 2026 • Durée 53:59

Do you have the courage to use your own understanding? From Ancient Rome to the Age of Enlightenment, from the scientific revolution to today's siege of AI and digital algorithms, humanity's greatest intellectual motto remains unchanged: Sapere Aude! (Dare to Know!).

In this video, we explore the epic journey and the heavy costs of the mind's liberation from dogma. We dive into Immanuel Kant's philosophy calling us to escape our comfortable "self-imposed immaturity," Galileo's scientific courage against the Inquisition, and the continuous evolution of reason. But what about today? In this "post-truth" era where reality is shaped by social media algorithms and echo chambers, how can we avoid the danger of outsourcing our thinking entirely to machines?

If you prefer asking the hard, necessary questions over passively consuming information, this philosophical journey is for you. To reclaim mastery over your own mind, dare to know! Enjoy the podcast.

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The Invisible Universe Inside Your Head

lundi 20 avril 2026 • Durée 50:44

Close your eyes and imagine for a moment that you are a bat... You fly at dusk flapping your web-like arms, you perceive your surroundings through the echoes of high-frequency sound waves (with a sonar system) instead of seeing, and you spend the day hanging upside down from a dark ceiling. It might be fun to picture this in your mind, but there is a small problem: What you are doing right now is merely imagining how you would feel if you behaved like a bat. But is there any way for you to know what it is actually like to be a bat "for a bat"?

In this video, we pursue that famous question penned by American philosopher Thomas Nagel in 1974, which sent shockwaves through the philosophy of mind: What is it like to be a bat?

Today, neuroscience and physics work wonders. Just as water is explained as "H2O" and lightning as an "electrical discharge," we could flawlessly decode the physical functioning of the human or animal brain. However, according to Nagel, all these reductionist scientific explanations miss something very fundamental: Consciousness and "subjective experience"! While science approaches everything from an external and objective point of view, it can never put that feeling of experiencing from the "inside"—which lies at the very center of consciousness—on the laboratory table.

In this video where we explore the mysterious nature of the mind, we discuss the following mind-bending questions:

Is consciousness merely composed of physical reactions and neural networks in our brain?

Can we truly understand the pain, emotions, and ways of perceiving the world of others?

Does the brilliant scientist Mary, who has been confined to a black-and-white room all her life but knows all the physical and scientific facts about "color" by heart, learn something brand new when she steps out of the room and sees a red apple? (Mary's Room Thought Experiment)

If you are ready to dive into that mysterious sea of "consciousness" beyond your physical body and question your own mind from the very beginning, welcome to the video! Do you think science will one day be able to fully solve what consciousness exactly is? Don't forget to share your thoughts in the comments and subscribe to our channel. Enjoy listening!

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