The Limits of Language and Thought - Part 2: Whereof One Cannot Speak…
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Ludwig Wittgenstein is one of the most well-known and influential philosophers of the 20th century. With the help of Virginia Tech philosophy professor, Wittgenstein scholar, and author, Jim Klagge, we’ll take a look at Wittgenstein’s ideas about the limits of language and thought. Thanks to Ryan Koch for contributing original instrumental music. Further reading: Wittgenstein’s Artillery: Philosophy as Poetry by James Klagge. ALSO Simply Wittgenstein by James Klagge (an accessible introduction to Wittgenstein). Join the community that helps to make this show happen at https://www.patreon.com/joshkaufman
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