Reviews
it’s fun to just listen to two buddies have conversations about anything from hegelian dialectics to frameworks of temporal experience to the punk rock candidate to camus absurdism to basketball stars throwing fits and beating out his teammates despite not being in shape. i once emailed austin to...Read full review »
Jacques Luna via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/23/24
Oh no. I found a great argument I had written down from episode 145 and I wondered if this podcast was defunct- turns out I had accidentally unsubscribed and now there are months of super relevant backlog episodes I have to take more notes on! I love how the basis of each episode is organic,...Read full review »
Kathleen.mh via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/13/22
Love the content overall, but so many mouth noises. Lip smacking, lip licking - makes it impossible for me to listen. I listen to podcasts through headphones and having these sounds go straight into my ears makes them so much more intolerable. I couldn’t make it through the last episode (Ignoble...Read full review »
kzy_ma via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/27/22
Love this podcast so much. As someone who doesn’t come from a religious background, I’ve just got to say this stuff is nourishment for my soul. I love that you guys come from a theological background, and while having grown away from that still approach those questions with curiosity and...Read full review »
Tombo_bom via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/16/20
Everything from deep philosophy to economics and current affairs, even a bit of pop culture now and then. One of the cleverest pods out there. —- Have you ever read a journal article/book that made you furious with its assumptions or claims?
jzmatek via Apple Podcasts · Czech Republic · 02/23/20
Love the podcast. Always a fun and engaging conversation. I did have a question… I am a newish listener so apologies if you have tackled this question before. You (Austin) mentioned in a recent podcast your return to reading some John Milbank. I just ordered a copy of “The Monstrosity of Christ”...Read full review »
Chazjs via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/15/20
Yo
Hey A&T. I just want to let you know how much your podcast has helped me develop as a person this last 6 months. I owe you both a debt of thanks. If I had to ask a question, if you both could, if you both listened to the album demon days by the gorillaz, how would you analyze the themes,...Read full review »
Mandalore159 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/30/19
Probably my favourite podcast. Also great for music suggestions
Rozzawarrior via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 12/08/19
I love the show, it is eye opening and thought provacative. I don't know how to form good questions but I will try. The claim that the left is the party of fun, because of being able to have guns, and accumulate wealth without guilt. However liberals seem to be more openly gay, and more sex...Read full review »
AybaraFan via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/05/19
Good stuff
Superlambie via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 11/14/19
Hi guys love the show. I’m a philosophy student from Denmark, and at my University there is quite a large debate as to wether people sympathize with analytical or Continental philosophy. In my opinion i don’t see the reason for such a sharp devide. So i wanted to ask what your experiences are in...Read full review »
GummyBearFace via Apple Podcasts · Denmark · 11/07/19
Absolutely love this pod, I’m a student more in the political and sociological area but this has extended and intrigued my philosophical perspectives in a really beautiful way. Recommend this to all my friends and yeah I just love the discussions even the ones where some (most) of it goes over my...Read full review »
Cheesman15 via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 10/22/19
Hey guys I recently discovered your podcast and I’ve enjoyed your deep, thought-provoking conversations and opinions. I would like to hear your opinions on gun law reform and the structure of the current system. I apologize if you’ve already touched on this subject, as I am fairly new, and I...Read full review »
HeJabated via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/03/19
Grifters
fahead via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/20/19
I really enjoy your show, as a former Christian and as someone interested in but not that well-read in philosophy. I'm a composer and classical concert pianist, so my 5-star review question for you is: have you ever done any work in the ideas/philosophies found in Wagner's operas,...Read full review »
chopinois via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/05/19
These are two dudes with great personalities who talk passionately about philosophy. They explore topics thoughtfully and might even make you laugh. I definitely have to look up stuff that they bring up all the time, but I’ve learned a ton!
howmanynickscouldnickname? via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/21/19
Love the show! Incredibly thoughtful and informative, but still listenable, accessible, and fun. My favorites are when the guys cover themes of Christianity and communities of faith... it’s really refreshing to hear a leftist/non-theistic perspective on Christianity that comes from a place of...Read full review »
JT-Likes-Sounds via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/07/19
Thanks lads, really enjoy your show. I've heard you slag off choice theory on an ad hoc basis a couple of times. This resonates with me. I work in public health and nudging is accepted as a fait accompli. It is accepted without question. But in terms of population health this framework...Read full review »
ChrisPCarroll via Apple Podcasts · Ireland · 05/16/19
As a person with mathy education background, this podcast is really refreshing for me. Although I would say 30% of the episodes is way too many jargons and unintelligible for me, the 70% is excellent as both entertainment and educational materials. Would you suggest a way to make the 30% more...Read full review »
Alvar Ma via Apple Podcasts · Hong Kong · 04/18/19
Found out about this podcast through Austin's work on Show Me The Meaning. This podcast has kept me engaged in some kind of academia after I moved to the UK from Australia to find work 1.5 years ago. The conversations are always stimulating and kept my brain active on long train rides to and...Read full review »
Tom Lace via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 04/17/19
Weird how these South California guys can keep a balance between an entertained conversation that feels casual and down to earth while taking some pompous subject such as political theory. Damn good podcast!
Profesor Bisonte via Apple Podcasts · Mexico · 04/02/19
Recent philosophy grad here, and new regular listener. I especially appreciated your metamodernism episode some time back- that’s how I found y’all. Any chance of trying to grab some more folks from that vein? I can’t stress enough how crucial it is to have thoughtful people (perhaps even...Read full review »
Trey from Louisiana via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/10/19
Owls at a dawn is a brilliant Podcasts that engages with widely different issues which may range from complex issues in philosophy to more everyday political issues and events. Yet it still manages to be very accessible (and often very funny), which is probably in part due to the utterly...Read full review »
Tor Hammer (not a nickname) via Apple Podcasts · Sweden · 02/09/19
The Peter Rollins episode is my personal favorite. Austin and Troy have great chemistry and have an ocean of knowledge. Each episode has a lot to chew on. Question: What are your thoughts on free will? (Compatibilism, Determinism, and Libertarian free will) Never heard your thoughts on that.
gunnersformula via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/04/19
I came across this podcast about a year ago and have since listened to almost every episode. It came along just at the right time for me as I was trying to widen my political and philosophical perspectives. You dudes do a great job of making rather complex ideas accessible and engaging, which I...Read full review »
Rahan Nazeer via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 01/29/19
Just discovered this podcast and really enjoy the episodes I've listened to so far! Love the philosophical debate and charitability to different perspectives. I've just listened to the series of G.A. Cohen and my question concerns the discussion you have in Part 4 about base and...Read full review »
Alexander Goldman via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 01/26/19
I love the discussions between Austin and Troy. I have a deep love for both politics and philosophy, and as a dude from San Diego who grew up in the Church, and is now a Marxist myself, the perspective you two come from speaks to me personally in a way that no other podcast I listen to does....Read full review »
Zach Zamora via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/22/19
Love it guys. My favorite podcast to listen to. Austin you are my James Franco/Donald Glover. Troy, I wish you taught me everything. What are your thoughts on the NBA so far this season? Who you got winning it all?
J-Powell via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/17/19
What is the answer to life, the universe and everything?
Ivan0vich via Apple Podcasts · Uganda · 12/16/18
This podcast is so good that it will convince you that even thinking about writing a review for it may trigger existential anxiety. If this even matters, at least someone except the algorithms is benefiting from my actions. I have been bribed though so... Here’s my question. What is the answer...Read full review »
Ivan0vich via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/13/18
Just started listening and love what I’m hearing. Gives me new perspectives to think about. Question: Not sure if you’ve discussed it yet, but a surface level understanding of eastern religions suggests they have a very different perspective on what religion is. Would you discuss this apparent...Read full review »
Waiting0001 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/12/18
Great to have a window to look into the world of Philosophy and Politics from academic philosophy types. 10/10
ABC FTW via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 11/23/18
Great Podcast. One of the most interesting philosophy podcasts out there.
DrPhiloCity via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 10/19/18
This podcast is my sticky leaves for each week. Because of this podcast I have a burgeoning love of philosophy that when I attempt to talk to my friends and coworkers they specifically ask for no more philosophy. Then I use the insights I have received from this podcast about basketball to...Read full review »
Galamoury via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/17/18
I love the show. It is entertaining and easy to listen to while simultaneously intellectually stimulating. A brilliant balance achieved.
Semyaza9 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/30/18
I found you guys from the Wisecrack podcast and I just have to say your content, along with wisecrack, is the absolute best. I rather support all of you guys than paying for: hulu, netflix or a horrific cable bill.
IanWare23 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/02/18
Haven’t watched an episode, but I know I will love it because Austin is in it. I have listened to him on show me the meaning and he always has comments that amaze me. I am looking forward to listening to this show and enjoying it as much as I enjoy his insights on show me the meaning.
Joey1football via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/10/18
Enjoying this podcast. The People want more talk on NBA and Dinosaur Jr.
alex_ettling via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 07/31/18
My cats previously were massive centrists! I had been listening to this podcast with headphones until one of them ate the wire to the left one, now I listen on speakers. My cats can both hear it. They have become communists after hearing this. Now they share their cat tree and read Marx. I like...Read full review »
Ivobodo via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/18/18
Listening to these two talk about a subject that they love and are well versed in is simply enjoyable.
JoshTheHueman via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/27/18
I won't tell you what number one is.Read full review »
definitely not Darin via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/29/18
Great show. The guys are sharp and humorous. They scrape beneath the surface on philosophy, politics, and cultural criticism... but aren't too pretentious... and when they are, they are self-aware. Definitely subscribe!Read full review »
SweazyDUB via Apple Podcasts · Ireland · 08/02/17
I've been a fan of Troy and Austin since encountering their blog in the mid-aughts as a young English major who half-assedly dabbled in philosophy and theology. When they stopped updating the blog, I was bummed, but I was pleasantly surprised to stumble on to this podcast a few months back....Read full review »
mansfirstdisobedience via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/02/17
Two professors dropping bombs on politics, philosophy and current events the network! Like and subscribe. Keep the episodes coming!
Purple Haze4fs via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/17/17
Relevant, informative and sincere! I look forward to listening every week!
amiddleton24 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/23/17
Great podcast and lots of fun to listen to. Owls takes a swipe at whatever it wants during minute long rants setting an exciting tone without sacrificing the kind of insight that is the real strength of the podcast. With Guests and a resident DJ there's a lot of content to keep things fresh!Read full review »
Robert Kilduff via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 09/25/16
I really dig this podcast. I already listen to a lot of politics podcasts but this one provides a really interesting perspective with a philosophical context and well balanced and charming conversation. Really worth a listen.
Keir Siewert via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 08/25/16
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