Intuition

This discussion, based on The Language of War presentation by Vicoria Fe reflects on how metaphorical language shapes the way we think about conflict, influences public opinion, and simplifies complex realities into familiar narratives. Topics include the role of media framing, the use of hero-and-villain storytelling, and how everyday language can subtly guide our understanding of international relations and global events.

In this video Ignazio Natoli discusses his philosophy of art. This was presented to on Tuesday November 11, 2024 to members of the Aurora Philosophy Institute.

In this talk (and ensuing discussion) Torrey Byles presents the thesis that Economics is not a physical science but a "human science".

John Smithin, All Marchenko, and Ronen Grunberg debate The Philosophical Order. Zoom meeting on Nov 9, 2023.

Schopenhauer -- The World as Will and Representation

Presentation by Graham Hubbs on Elizabeth Anscombe's moral philosophy and her problem with Consequentialism -- presented to the Aurora Philosophy Institute on March 28, 2023.

Discussion led by Graham Hubbs on Elizabeth Anscombe's moral philosophy and her problem with Consequentialism -- presented to the Aurora Philosophy Institute on March 28, 2023.

Ronen Grunberg and John Smithin discuss whether Marshall McLuhan subscribes to philosophical realism or critical realism. This video is an addendum to Ronen Grunberg's presentation "Addicted to Media".

Will Fletcher talks with John Smithin and illustrates the importance of visuals and graphics to knowledge -- a picture is worth a thousand words.

In this Highlight from Hillsdale College’s FREE online course, “Introduction to Western Philosophy,” Dr. Nathan Schlueter describes Plato’s famous allegory of the cave and reveals how education can break us from the images that blind us from seeing reality.