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Several ancient Chinese texts speak of an egoist and hedonist known as Yang Zhu: did he pose a coherent challenge to the Confucians and other ethicists?
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In this interview, we learn how Kongzi become the pivotal sage of early Chinese history, and what new discoveries teach us about the Confucian tradition.
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Confucianism puts relationships with family members at the core of their ethical thinking. Is this a strength or a weakness?
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Lessons we can take from the teachings of Kongzi (Confucius) in the Analects: challenging authorities, adhering to “benevolence (ren),” and practicing “propriety (li)” in ritual and everyday life.
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In this interview, we learn how newly discovered texts are changing our understanding of Warring States period philosophy.
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What were ancient Chinese philosophical texts written on? How did writing relate to orally transmitted wisdom? How were texts read and used? And what even counted as a “text” in ancient China?
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The historical context of classical Chinese philosophy, and how ancient Chinese historical works themselves became works of philosophy.
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Co-host Karyn introduces herself to the listeners and talks about the challenges of tackling classical Chinese philosophical texts.
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Early Chinese philosophers were deeply aware of a world that is constantly changing: we look at how Confucians, Legalists, and Daoists responded to this challenge.
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How Africana philosophy looked to a young Chike Jeffers, coming into the field in the early 21st century.
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Cornel West joins us to look back on the development of his thought and the many authors who have inspired him.
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