Philosophy

I think, therefore I podcast

№ 484 The Fandom Menace Strikes Back

2016-07-08

Essential

Ben refines his theory of fandom

№ 435 The SFC Time Loop: Mythology vs. Allegory

2016-01-10

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Would be a better discussion than a debate. Watch the highlights on YouTube instead.

№ 369 The SFC Time Loop: The Divine Do Over

2015-06-23

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Thought-provoking questions, but not a stand-out episode.

№ 334 The Dystopian Dilemma

2015-02-25

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Great history and thoughts

№ 237 The Impossible Puzzle

2014-03-20

Essential

Ben questions the worth of watching TV shows only to theorize about the mysteries.

№ 220 Does God Exist?

2014-01-11

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Great overview of four proofs for God's existence.

№ 206 In a Franchise Funk

2013-11-16

Essential

Another great discussion about the importance of story.

№ 176 Spelunking with Socrates

2013-08-06

Essential

Too many great thougths to take notes on them all.

№ 146 Virtual Ethics: Morality and MMOs

2013-04-25

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Great philosophical questions in a new context

№ 121 You Say You Want a Revolution?

2013-02-24

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Brad and Erick are fine co-hosts, not sure there's too much to the discussion.

№ 118 I Am the Resurrection and the Virtual Life

2013-02-15

Essential

Great discussion of some ethical considerations regarding virtual reality.

№ 116 The Fandom Menace

2013-02-08

Essential

This episode feels like the culmination of the first couple years of the show, while also being the start to one of the show's best series.

№ 86 The Morality of Immortality

2012-10-13

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Great discussion about the moral implications of an immortal society. Also quite funny.

№ 4 Tolkien Vs. Lewis – The Ultimate Smackdown

2011-01-30

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Would be a better discussion than a debate. Watch the highlights on YouTube instead.

№ 3 The Dark Knight On Trial

2011-01-24

Essential

Time Loop (№ 77)

The first iconic episode and a classic example of the intersection between pop culture and Christianity that the SFC does so well.