Thinking Tagged Episodes

How to Do Things With Your Mind

March 29, 2026

We all engage in mental actions of various kinds, whether it’s planning the coming week,…

Abstract illustration of interconnected ideas and thoughts, representing the power of the mind.

Has Science Replaced Philosophy?

September 6, 2015

Modern science has made astounding progress in our understanding of ourselves and the universe. Physics,…

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

Tenth Anniversary Special

December 22, 2013

Philosophy Talk debuted on KALW 91.7 FM in San Francisco in August 2003, with regular broadcasts beginning…

Gold 10th anniversary seal: Satisfaction Guaranteed since 2003

Math and the Mind

September 16, 2007

How does a bunch of grey matter in our skulls have the ability to solve…

Blackboard filled with complex mathematical formulas and equations. Illustrates the beauty of math.

A Philosophical Shout-Out

April 1, 2007

On this special pledge-week episode, John and Ken open the phones and the inbox to…

Boy in red shirt shouting, philosophical expression

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