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The Ashes of Truth

The Ashes of Truth

FromHi-Phi Nation


The Ashes of Truth

FromHi-Phi Nation

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Length:
51 minutes
Released:
Apr 18, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Documentary film and science do not appear to have much in common, except that, philosophically, they have everything in common. Two men met in 1971 and had a disagreement, which turned into an assault, and then 45 years of disdain. One of them was the most cited philosopher of the 20th century, the other is one of the most influential documentary filmmakers of his generation. It was a disagreement that ran deep, right down to the nature of truth, history, reference, and the objects and limits of human inquiry.Guest voices include Errol Morris, Lydia Patton, Thomas Rankin, James Challey, and Dan Epstein.
Released:
Apr 18, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (63)

Hi-Phi Nation is philosophy in story-form, integrating narrative journalism with big ideas. We look at stories from everyday life, law, science, popular culture, and strange corners of human experiences that raise thought-provoking questions about things like justice, knowledge, the self, morality, and existence. We then seek answers with the help of academics and philosophers. The show is produced and hosted by Barry Lam of Vassar College.