Philosophers

Scientific studies have shown that when times are good, people act bad. Morality becomes an afterthought in times of peace and plenitude, perhaps because bad behavior often pays off when the world is otherwise stable.[…]

Action Philosophers

March 31, 2016March 30, 2016 Chris SunamiHumor

I’m behind on posting this week, so here’s a link to one of the most entertaining pop-culture takes on philosophy, Fred Van Lente and Ryan Dunlavey’s “Action Philosophers.” If you’ve never encountered it, be sure[…]

“Hotel California” – Philosophical Music: Rock

February 25, 2016February 24, 2016 Chris SunamiExistentialism

In memory of Glenn Frey, please enjoy this repost of an examination of one of his most beloved songs Many mysteries surround the Eagles’ popular classic tune Hotel California, from the warm smell of colitas[…]

Philosophers Epic Rap Battle

December 17, 2015January 8, 2018 Chris SunamiCompetition

It’s a visit to the lighter side of philosophy in popular culture this week with a look at the recent “Epic Rap Battle” production “Eastern Philosophers versus Western Philosophers.” The popular YouTube franchise ERB built[…]

Socrates Talk Show – Justin Beaver

December 10, 2015October 18, 2016 Chris SunamiArt

Please enjoy this repost of my modernization of Plato’s classic dialog “The Ion.” Please note, all dialogue is directly based on the original. “Ladies and Gentlemen,” proclaimed an unseen voice. “Welcome to the Socrates Talk[…]

8 Bit Kierkegaard

December 3, 2015December 2, 2015 Chris SunamiChristianity

Some of you may have enjoyed my recent repost of my popular essay “Kierkegaard’s Narrative“, about the influence of Christian existentialist Søren Kierkegaard on several popular books and movies (notably including High Fidelity). For a[…]

Panis et Circensus and Nietzsche – Philosophical Music

July 30, 2015July 30, 2015 Chris SunamiExistentialism

What does it mean when I draw a connection between one of my most favorite songs and one of my least favorite philosophers? Have I misjudged the philosopher, or the song? I’ve been obsessed with[…]

“Reality Used to Be a Friend of Mine”: Philosophical Hip Hop

July 2, 2015July 2, 2015 Chris SunamiHip Hop

The trippy alternative hip-hop duo PM Dawn is a footnote in musical history, but for a brief time in the 90’s they were on top of the charts with their blend of new age dream[…]

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Category: Philosophers

Morality is Back: Goodness (and Diversity) in Popular Culture

Action Philosophers

“Hotel California” – Philosophical Music: Rock

Philosophers Epic Rap Battle

Socrates Talk Show – Justin Beaver

8 Bit Kierkegaard

Panis et Circensus and Nietzsche – Philosophical Music

“Reality Used to Be a Friend of Mine”: Philosophical Hip Hop