Send us Fan Mail The problem of dirty hands arises when you have conflicting, but equally motivating, moral obligations. When these occur, is it possible to do wrong? Is it possible to do right? What does it mean to fulfil one's moral obligations in these circumstances? Dr Stephen de Wijze from University of Manchester introduces this problem and varying perspectives of approaching it. Support the show -------------------------- If you would want to support the channel and what I am doing, pl...
May 30
1 hr 1 min
Send us Fan Mail The Russian people and their destiny played an important role in Dostoevsky's works, but in the contemporary context, what does this mean for Slavophilism and other nationalistic movements? In this video, I am joined by Dr. George Pattison to discuss this question. Support the show -------------------------- If you would want to support the channel and what I am doing, please follow me on Patreon: www.patreon.com/christianityforall Where else to find Josh Yen: Philosoph...
May 18
9 min
Send us Fan Mail Fyodor Dostoevsky is one of the most influential writers of all time. In this brief video, I introduce you to some of his key ideas and his life. I give an overview of his methodology, his writing, and his books, and hopefully, getting you excited about this series. Support the show -------------------------- If you would want to support the channel and what I am doing, please follow me on Patreon: www.patreon.com/christianityforall Where else to find Josh Yen: Philosophy YT:...
May 11
9 min
Send us Fan Mail Liturgy wars have become a major subject of debate in Catholic discussion spheres online. In this video, I give three reasons for why they are significantly overrated and distract Catholics from truly focusing on what is important in the Catholic spiritual life. Support the show -------------------------- If you would want to support the channel and what I am doing, please follow me on Patreon: www.patreon.com/christianityforall Where else to find Josh Yen: Philosophy Y...
May 10
11 min
Send us Fan Mail The SSPX are a popular group of Catholics who have raised significant concerns with the Catholic Church and the post-Vatican 2 reforms. More recently, they have become even more influential with developments over the Latin Mass and their attempt to consecrate new bishops which may lead to excommunication. Despite a very large online presence, many people may be confused as to what they are and what they believe in. Thus, in this video, I am joined by Fr. James Dominic Rooney,...
May 2
1 hr 17 min
Send us Fan Mail Hegel is known for his dialectics of achieving a synthesis from a thesis and an anti-thesis. However, this may not be an accurate understanding of Hegel's work. Dr. Sebastian Ostritsch tells us about what Hegel really means with his dialectics and how the view of thesis, anti-thesis and synthesis would fundamentally undermine his position in science of logic. Support the show -------------------------- If you would want to support the channel and what I am doing, please follo...
Apr 26
5 min
Send us Fan Mail Evangelical Christianity has long defined the landscape of American political consciousness, especially in the Republican right. In this episode, I am joined by prominent Christian theologian Prof. David Gushee to talk about post-Evangelical Christianity, a movement which pushes back against many of the trends in Evangelical Christianity, yet also sharing many sympathies with it. Prof. Gushee is one of the foremost scholars in this movement and it is great to have him join us...
Apr 19
1 hr 1 min
Send us Fan Mail Prof. Charles Taliaferro joins us to talk about the philosophy of religion and its development. We talk about how it distinguishes itself from theology, how it is developing on a global stage, and its relation to and potential reliance on metaphysics. This interview is for anyone interested in the philosophy of religion as well as anyone interested in getting to know more about the reflections of a truly influential thinker in this field! Support the show --------------------...
Apr 13
1 hr 18 min
Send us Fan Mail Divine hiddenness presented by JL Schellenberg has been one of the more recent challenges to the existence of God. In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Max Baker-Hytch, one of the prominent voices in the philosophy of religion to discuss this challenge and how it can be approached. Support the show -------------------------- If you would want to support the channel and what I am doing, please follow me on Patreon: www.patreon.com/christianityforall Where else to find Jos...
Jan 11
46 min
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of PhilThe Talks, I am joined by Miles Donahue to talk about his journey in the philosophy of religion. How it started, how he got interested in it academically, what motivates him to publish, and more. If you are interested in studying philosophy at Oxford, then this is the episode for you. We break down how it is like studying at this wonderful institution and how to get in as well. Support the show -------------------------- If you would want to support the...
Dec 10, 2025
1 hr 7 min
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