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“The Irony of Spinal Tap was that they wrote and performed their own music. I even saw them on tour as a real band years after the original movie and soundtrack.”
Kevtao via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/27/23
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“Christopher Heath is by far my favorite guest! I find myself the most engaged when he is on the show.”
DC/HG via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/30/23
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“This podcast has been a fun introduction to philosophers and ideas that I wouldn’t have otherwise been exposed to. Along the way I have found works and voices that have become important parts of my life. I particularly appreciate the humor and candor that these guys bring to the party. When...”Read full review »
jto44 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/24/23
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“This podcast restarted my engagement with philosophy, and has had a significant impact in my professional and personal life. The dialogue between the hosts has been a model for how I engage with others and discuss complex matters. I always find their discussion insightful and enlightening,...”Read full review »
Heath Adams via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/24/23
“I’ve been listening to this podcast for over a year now and almost always manage to gain something special from these discussions. What a meaningful contribution to society! Thank you for sharing your knowledge of the highest knowledge in the way that you do.”
Liberal Studies Student via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/24/23
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“Fun and informative.”
tmlarso via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/24/23
“I always learn something from PEL. All of the participants are excellent and super knowledgeable, and Mark especially has a great entertaining personality. Love PEL - thank you all!”
girltalk77 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/24/23
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“Love this show. Been listening for years and am always interested in the philosophy and laughs. Keep doing this uh may zing content as I, not alone of course, am so appreciative of the work, passion, and exchanges happening here. I doubt this is the right place for a recommendation but James...”Read full review »
DaNe_bAy_PiMpiN69 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/24/23
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“I like this show, but the assumption other animals as inferior instead of differently adapted is outdated and does a lot of harm to animals. Sometimes the hosts seem apathetic and I guess that’s okay because nihilist attitudes pervade philosophy. The recent commercials make it feel like their...”Read full review »
robotachilles via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/23
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“Too long, the podcasters don’t stay on topic, they babble too much, they are too flippant, and unless you are into guys who laugh, search for other podcasts if you want to learn philosophy.
I got the recommendation from an AI bot, probably because this started early and it is popular, but found...”Read full review »
Nphard via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/12/23
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“Finally got around to writing a review after 12 years. I think I’ve listened to every episode, and most of my philosophy knowledge is from this podcast. Can’t recommend it enough for people interested in the deep questions. Wouldn’t hurt to bring back the reading of the rules from time to time!”
Anthony Pocetti via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/22/23
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“Your show!!!! Great stuff! Oh please have on my favorite comedic philosophers "Community News with Paul and Sasha". They philosophize about life-big and small- but mostly small and would be a great pairing with you on your show.”Read full review »
Maxcraft430 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/23
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“By far the best philosophy podcast on planet earth. How do I know? Trust me kid I just do and things are the way things are for a reason. It won’t do you good to go agains the the grain here or anywhere else for that matter.”
dre766 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/23
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“Knowledge should be free 😌”
JustinBurkett via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/05/23
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“Been a listener for years finally writing a review. One of the best philosophy podcasts out. A lot (but not all) of the episodes are more centered on an individual text or thinker rather than broad issue but I honestly love that. The guys are thorough in their reading of the text while still...”Read full review »
Andret6 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/04/23
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“Interesting conversations, and one of the presenters has a really cute chuckle 🤷🏻♀️”
loufyfloufydre via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/30/23
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“Smart, erudite, informative!”
ShampooMacTavish via Apple Podcasts ·
Norway ·
01/26/23
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“The best philosophy podcast out there”
MGuidot via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/23/23
“I’ve been listening to the PEL podcast for nearly a decade. It is consistently the best philosophy podcast focused on reading and discussing primary sources. I’ve learned more and been inspired to read more by this podcast than by any other I’ve ever listened to.”
CJSkeptic via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/22/23
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“I have been a fan for years. But your recent examination of Blood Meridian is a masterpiece of analysis! I have recently considered a rereading and you pulled the trigger. Thanks guys, much respect!”
o'fuel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/13/22
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“The show exists, which is something. There aren’t too many shows that deal with particular philosophers and their works. That’s good.
I’ve listened to about twenty of their episodes. They’re usually worth listening to if you just want to hear some people discuss philosophy, or if you want to...”Read full review »
Consoiracy Jim via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/17/22
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“This used to be a good podcast. Intelligent discussions. Now it’s seem most of them have moved on and there are a lot of mindless chatter about key to the rental unit etc. ( latest episode on authenticity and existentialism). Pity. S”
tourage via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/15/22
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“Dudes being dudes. Feels like grad school all over. I have an MA in philosophy and remember how masculine these courses and conversations were, much like the tradition itself. Y’all sound smart and I like your learners’ mindsets but don’t you know any women who read?”
Nelda NK via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/13/22
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“Great podcast!”
DE RECENSENT VAN PODCASTS via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/02/22
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“Almost done working my way through all the episodes. Love it, very enjoyable and accessible discussions on a broad survey of philosophical topics. I learned a great deal, as well as providing me thinkers and ideas to explore more on my own. Please, please, keep it up!”
5 stars for pocket universe via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/15/22
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“Romans 1:22”
J-Herman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/07/22
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“Hi, great show, I have recommended it to many friends and family who are looking for philosophical content and discussions. The hosts do an amazing job consistently and guests fit into the format well. Many thanks for filling my mind with meaningful questions.”
WanderAll via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/22
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“The discussion on beauty & senses, too shallow to intrigue but a good scratch. Beauty & love are extractions of mind, impacting all manners of health & existence, making AGI hard to achieve 🍭”
SAARKÉSH via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/21/22
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“You guys rock”
michelleharkim via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/05/21
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“About the level of commentary and analysis one would hear at a university town bar on a Saturday night.”
perry k d via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/21
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“Bad jokes. Sorry but I just couldn’t get past the banter. “look at me I’m a nerd… but not really…haha… something something Hegel something something…””
bjohns383 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/06/21
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“Just a band of pals talkin’ shop, and having a good time of doing it, all while producing quality content.”
jaashol via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/20/21
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“yo i love this podcast and switched my major back in 2015 to philosophy. Id love to listen through those first episodes again!”
ffffffffffuuuuu via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/16/21
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“This is one of my favorite podcasts. I really enjoy the songs at the end of each episode.”
doshette via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/21
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“This is simply a gem of a podcast. I’ve been a listener for years and they have consistently delivered great content. The hosts have a productive dynamic due to their personalities and backgrounds.
Excellent guests, deep insights into philosophical material, a dash of grounding pragmatism, and...”Read full review »
Finally famous let's go via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/13/21
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“Is there an episode on Peter Singer?”
Pontius Aquilla via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/06/21
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“This podcast was really helpful when I did my undergrad in philosophy. I mostly quit listening during grad school because more conversation about philosophy was the last thing I wanted. But I recently finished my PhD (in phil) and decided to go back and listen to a few eps and the show holds up,...”Read full review »
Appl blows via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/28/21
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“I’ve been listening to this podcast for years. Good discussions await you.”
AnonymousMilk via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/28/21
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“I had some philosophy as an undergrad, and lots of history science, which included a pretty good span of intellectual history. I never really got into any particular thinker except Nietzsche, whom these guys also love. Who knew I would have listened to the Aristotle de Anima episode 3 times! In...”Read full review »
Sazi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/18/21
“Wish I had more people in my life who love to talk about Philosophy but, this will do for now. Also, AMAZING guests and GREAT topics covered!”
Sfjugnlysgju via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/28/21
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“I love the format that permits a lot of people to talk about a single subject and each person bringing their own ideas into the conversation. I listened to the totalitarianism episode and it was very enlightening!
Love from montreal xx”
Peachy🍑Jess via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/19/21
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“For those of us who never had benefit of university education and for whom autodidacticism is the only alternative, your conversations are both vital and delightful. I’m a middle aged unemployed Brit. doing his best to understand. It’s a hit and miss affair and lonely. I’m grateful to you and...”Read full review »
shingle street via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/06/21
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“My manager told me to read philosophy so that I find the happiness in my life. (Isn’t it an imagine order?) Anyway I’ll start”
kharyee via Apple Podcasts ·
China ·
04/02/21
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“I’ve recently discovered this podcast and have really enjoyed the content. While I do not agree with all the analyses and views espoused, it always makes me think. I especially appreciate Wes’ input—I find him to be the most open minded and insightful of the four commentators. If fact, I’m not...”Read full review »
Hudesqhivcbhf via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/11/21
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“Love this podcast. It’s all the thinking I want to do but never have time to do (nor anyone to do it with).”
smoyle2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/27/21
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