“At first this podcast's slogan--which states that it "turns stories into ideas"--seemed off to me. Isnt' it precisely the opposite? Aren't the ideas turning into stories by finding narratives that help explain them? But after listening to four or five episodes straight (it's hard to stop) I realize how brilliant the mission of this podcast is. The ideas are everywhere around us. We embody and take part in philosophy every day. We simply need to turn these stories (the stories we live by) into ideas. Lam is an ideal guide for this process. He is clear and helpful without every seeming patronizing or simplifiny. I really treasure this podcast and thank Barry for sharing it. It's a great service.”Read full review »
Uncouth Swain via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/18/17
“Hi-Phi Nation is the brain child of Vasar College Philosopy Professor Barry Lam.
His unique voice guides his thoughtful creative audio stories.
Each episode is like a easily understood graduate level class in Ethics.
Hi-Phi Nation entertains you while making you think.
And it makes you think...”Read full review »
Cranecat via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/20/17
“Uses quality journalism to illuminate philosophical issues.
Currently my most anticipated podcast. Makes me deeply regret not taking a class with Professor Lam when I had a chance!”
EDO12601 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/27/17
“There's a real need for podcasts that go beyond banter and journalists-talking-to-journalists and dig deeper into ideas in an entertaining way. That's what Barry Lam is doing for philosophy with this show. Hi-Phi Nation has good pacing, interesting stories, and high production values....”Read full review »
WorldWideWade via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/01/17
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