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Stephen Hawking quote: "Philosophy is dead," alongside images of Hawking and Immanuel Kant, questioning if science has replaced philosophy.

Has Science Replaced Philosophy?

December 16, 2012
Unconditional love graphic: "LOVE" overlaid on "no conditions" background.

Unconditional Love

December 9, 2012
Red stamp: Top Rated, Best of Best

Are Some People Better Than Others?

December 2, 2012
Abstract Cubist painting of a woman, reflecting the power of fiction to shape our perceptions.

How Fiction Shapes Us

November 25, 2012
X-ray of a skull filled with dollar signs, illustrating the concept of economics as a potential obsession.

Economics: Science or Cult?

November 18, 2012
Vintage parchment with the words "Once upon a time..." illustrating the evolution of storytelling.

The Evolution of Storytelling

November 4, 2012
Sign: "It's the law. The uttering of any profanity or obscenity is a misdemeanor. Violators will be prosecuted.

Forbidden Words

October 21, 2012
Blurred images of women allegedly involved in a Secret Service prostitution scandal.

Prostitution and the Sex Trade

October 14, 2012
Four backscatter X-ray scans showing different body postures. Regulating bodies.

Regulating Bodies

September 30, 2012
Thoughtful chimpanzee contemplating morality.

Why Be Moral?

September 16, 2012
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The Nature of Wilderness

August 26, 2012
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The Moral Costs of Climate Change

August 19, 2012
Brain diagrams illustrating neuroscience and the law, alongside gavel images representing the justice system.

Neuroscience and the Law

August 12, 2012
Fork in the road symbolizing gut feelings and decision-making. Shortcuts to better choices.

Gut Feelings and the Art of Decision-Making

July 22, 2012
Cartoon politician at a podium says, "Sure, but think what a crook I'd be without hypocrisy!

Hypocrisy

July 8, 2012
Book cover: Miss New India by Bharati Mukherjee. Two women in traditional Indian clothing on a teal background.

Identities Lost & Found in a Global Age

July 1, 2012
Image of the US Constitution with "Corporations" superimposed and "We the People" crossed out.

Corporations and the Future of Democracy

June 24, 2012
Astronaut on moon with Nazi flag; "What Might Have Been

What Might Have Been

June 10, 2012
Lime green sunglasses rest on a book; summer reading.

Summer Reading List 2012

May 27, 2012
Six masks showing various human emotions, including sadness, surprise, anger, and fear. Illustrates concepts of freedom, blame, and resentment.

Freedom, Blame, and Resentment

May 13, 2012
Red heart with wooden blocks spelling "LOVE".

What Is Love?

April 22, 2012
Book cover: Great Quotes from Great Leaders, featuring photos of historical figures like Abraham Lincoln, Mother Teresa, and John F. Kennedy.

What Are Leaders Made of?

April 15, 2012
The word "poetry" in aged, metallic lettering on a rusty, textured background.

Poetry as a Way of Knowing

April 1, 2012
Bust of Epicurus, ancient Greek philosopher known for his teachings on Epicureanism and the good life.

Epicurus and the Good Life

March 4, 2012
Hands cradling Earth, representing pantheistic worldview.

Pantheism

February 26, 2012
2011 Year in Film calendar collage featuring movie stills and a January 2012 calendar.

The 2012 Dionysus Awards

February 12, 2012
Black fist raised high, "Solidarity" text. Symbol of Black unity and power.

Black Solidarity

February 5, 2012
FBI warning graphic highlighting anti-privacy concerns. Text reads "FBI Anti-Privacy Warning.

The Right to Privacy

January 29, 2012
Earth with a section removed, highlighting the Americas. Is democracy a universal value?

Is Democracy a Universal Value?

January 15, 2012
2011 calendar: January-December. Examined Year.

The Examined Year: 2011

January 8, 2012
Graffiti on a brick wall reads: "4-Give Yo'Self

Forgive and Forget

December 11, 2011
US map composed of military weapons and vehicles. Illustrates the military's impact.

The Military: What Is It Good For?

November 27, 2011
Woman in hooded robe, hands raised, expressing emotion; "Sacred or Profane?" exhibition poster.

Is Nothing Sacred Anymore?

November 13, 2011
Movie poster for Miracle, depicting the 1980 US Olympic hockey team's victory.

Miracles

November 6, 2011
Michelangelo's David contemplating a television screen showing a blurry eye, illustrating "Thinking Inside the Box.

Thinking Inside the Box

October 23, 2011
Person typing on laptop, crumpled paper nearby; cooperation and conflict.

Cooperation and Conflict

October 16, 2011