Everyday Philosophy

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Philosophy isn’t only about the big questions like “What is truth?” In fact, some of the best philosophy stems from seemingly small questions, like “Is it ever OK to ghost the people you date?” Everyday Philosophy brings these conversations directly to you, using philosophical insights to unpack everyday dilemmas in an unpretentious and accessible way.

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Everyday Philosophy: Should we ban children from playing dangerous sports?

“I think it’s about time we stop allowing every male generation bang their frontal lobe through its most developmental stages.”

Jonny Thomson

Jonny Thomson taught philosophy in Oxford for more than a decade before turning to writing full-time. He’s a columnist at Big Think and is the award-winning, bestselling author of three[…]

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Everyday Philosophy: Bad at probability? That might be a blessing.

How black and white is your thinking?

Jonny Thomson

Jonny Thomson taught philosophy in Oxford for more than a decade before turning to writing full-time. He’s a columnist at Big Think and is the award-winning, bestselling author of three[…]

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Everyday Philosophy: Are rainbows, farts, and emotions “real”?

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Everyday Philosophy: If beauty is subjective, is “Shawshank Redemption” no better than “Sausage Party”?

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Everyday Philosophy: “Are scientists involved in a Satanic plot to undermine religion?”

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Everyday Philosophy: Can you have a “calling” without a caller?

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Everyday Philosophy: When should you try to change your friend’s beliefs?

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