Best Insert Writing Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 57: Charlotte & Luke Giddings - from kitchen table to award-winning bakery – the Brownie and the Bean story 39:32

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From tough beginnings and panicked late-night baking sessions to supplying top retailers and winning multiple awards, this is a heartfelt and frequently hilarious episode of true entrepreneurial grit, creativity, and really great brownies. Zanna sits down with Charlotte and Luke, the dynamic duo behind the award-winning Suffolk business, Brownie an…

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Episode 56: Nicola Weldon & Chitra Watson, Ellisons Solicitors - talk wills, trust funds and careers in law 28:01

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If you're thinking about writing a will, setting up a trust fund or getting on the career ladder within a successful law firm - this podcast episode is definitely for you! Nicola Weldon - Partner, Solicitor and Head of Private Client and Chitra Watson Head of HR, talk about their personal experiences of working at Ellisons Solicitors, and how appro…

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The Forgotten Brilliance of Henri Bergson 15:06

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Bergson was once the most famous philosopher in the world; today, his still applicable insights are now unfairly neglected. #philosophy #science #experience #timeBy Douglas Giles

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Episode 55: Cathy Frost - Business owner, entrepreneur and shining advocate for Ipswich 49:03

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Cathy Frost is a force of nature – her boundless passion, infectious optimism, and love for life, business and Ipswich, shine through in everything she does. Cathy - a retail business owner and entrepreneur talks to us about life (past and present), ambition and passion - how she has become one of Ipswich’s most successful businesswomen and her ext…

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A Philosophy of Alcohol 12:16

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Good, evil, quality, exploitation, beauty, depravity — it’s all here. A philosopher looks at the dark and bright side of alcohol. Obviously, one does not need to drink alcohol to have a good time, but the connection between alcohol and social occasions is one of the strongest elements of human society. Mentioned: The History of Beer and Brewing in …

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Episode 54: Owen Calvert-Lyons, Artistic Director at Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds - backstage insights, delighting audiences and bold game-changing work 41:15

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Owen talks about the past 4 and a half years since he began his role at Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds - touching on some of the theatre’s highlights and ground-breaking shows for the region including A Christmas Carol which was staged outdoors in the deep of a pandemic winter and the enchanting The Christmas Cabin, a play for under 7's performed in…

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What's Really Wrong with Education and How to Actually Fix It 32:29

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Our education system is still dominated by a model developed over 180 years ago. Until we break out of that model, we will not be a society that can be everything that it can be because our educational system is not everything it should be. #HigherEducation #PedagogyBy Douglas Giles

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Between the Absurdities of "I Create My Own Reality" and "You Are Determined" 21:28

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. . . is the reality of our existence. Many arguments are pointless. Is the Earth round or flat? Pointless argument — the answer is clear and has been clear for millennia. Do human beings have free will or are they determined? Also a pointless argument — the answer is clear and has been clear for millennia.…

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How Meidas Touch & the Fake Left Help Trump 13:17

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There are some people and channels who offer nothing but outrage porn, They are part of the Fake Left: people who offer not positive principles but opposition to the Right. The Fake Left and its outrage porn help the right wing in its takeover of the US. #Politics #Philosophy #Project2025 #Trump #maga…

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The Problem Isn’t Men, It’s Bros 22:08

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Deconstructing a source of prejudice. Though a useful concept in its proper context, toxic masculinity is best understood as an expression of an underlying sense of identity clung to by some males. It is this juvenile, testosterone-fueled identity that is at the base of so much man-child behavior. To describe that identity, I will adopt a term that…

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Three TV Predictions That Are Now True 15:18

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We are now 20 minutes into the future, next Sunday AD. MST3K article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mystery_Science_Theater_3000 Why Trump" Book: https://dgilesauthor.com/why-trump/By Douglas Giles

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What If Trump Dies Tomorrow? 9:55

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I’m giving neither a prediction nor a hope, but this is an issue we do well to contemplate. Eschewing platitudes and cliches, let’s look at what would happen if Trump dies tomorrow. Referenced: Why Trump?By Douglas Giles

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The Allure of Cynical Philosophers - Peterson, Žižek, and Chomsky 16:51

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Trigger Warning! Sacred cows are toppled in this podcast!!! Jordan Peterson, Slavoj Žižek, and Noam Chomsky--Three Pied Pipers of doom and gloom. This is a breed of philosophers who, when reading their works, I understand what they are saying, but I see no point in what they are saying. I’ve become convinced that the intention of this breed of phil…

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A Question of Power: Will the New Syria Turn Left or Right? 7:24

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The recent rapid turn of events in Syria has created more questions than answers. This is the time of both opportunity and danger for Syria. What happens in the near future in Syria will be a lesson for the world about either how to or how not to act politically.By Douglas Giles

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Philosophy of Podcasts & the Shock Reason I'll Never Be on Joe Rogan's Show 17:28

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The media is talking a lot about how influential podcasts are, including suggesting podcasts influenced the recent US election. I insert some philosophy into the interesting anachronism of podcasts, the three basic types of podcasts, and what they say about society.By Douglas Giles

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I Tried to Warn You. Are You Now Ready to Solve the Problem that’s Bigger than Trump? 11:26

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This isn’t an “I told you so.” This is an “all right, let’s talk about where we go from here” post-election. #politics #philosophyBy Douglas Giles

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There's No Such Thing as “Christian” Nationalism 14:43

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The concept of “Christian” nationalism has been in the news lately. That’s understandable given how often and how much certain groups are pushing the belief that America is a Christian nation and even that it should be an exclusively Christian nation. At least, that’s what they say on their external packaging.…

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Trump Is Not a Fascist--It's Worse Than That (Philosophy of Election '24) 9:49

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Both Hitler and Trump are pathetic and delusional. Both are far right authoritarians. But their movements have different motivations and goals. Calling Trump a fascist may seem like a convenient shorthand description, but it masks the depth of the real movement behind Trump. The truth is difficult but important to understand.…

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Episode 53: Discover your writing talents with The Wolsey Writers group 28:09

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If you've ever felt like you could write novels, poetry, comedy and more - then this podcast episode will inspire you to get your pen to paper! Wolsey Writers is an independent creative writing group which meets at the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich on the first Saturday morning of the month. Their community includes novelists, scriptwriters, poets,…

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Episode 52: Why podcasts are so powerful for your brand 11:49

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Event: West Suffolk Business Festival 2024 Location: X Labs, Bury St Edmunds Speaker: Zanna Hornby, Co-owner of Podtalk (podtalk.co.uk) Topic: The Power of Podcasts: Building Brands and Promoting Talent Summary: Zanna Hornby, co-owner of Podtalk, delivered an engaging talk at the West Suffolk Business Festival in September 2024, focusing on the ben…

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Does Anyone Understand What “Freedom” Means? 19:21

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Philosophy of Election 24 Series #5 Freedom is a word many people use, but few people have any substantial understanding of the meaning of the concept. To mention that fact isn’t cynical or disparaging. The concept of freedom, like all significant philosophical concepts, is deep, complex, multidimensional, and nuanced. It is beyond simplistic defin…

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The Importance of Trump's Comments that Immigrants Are Eating Dogs - Philosophy of Election '24 18:07

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It matters what Trump said. Here's why, and here's how it connects with my book, Why Trump.By Douglas Giles

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Philosophy of Election '24 - Harris, Walz, and 60-20-20 America 13:21

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I talk about Minnesota, tater tots, and a possible sea change in American politics. Could the Harris-Walz campaign actually be directed at the 60% of the body politic?By Douglas Giles

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Philosophy of Election '24 - Stalker Vance and the Real Meaning of “Childless Cat Ladies” 5:19

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When people show you who they are, believe them. Politics is about power, and power has a political dimension. Power manifests not just on a grand scale but also on a very personal scale. Not all power is ugly and coercive, but some of it is.By Douglas Giles

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Philosophy of Election '24 - Trump’s Racial Identity Politics 7:52

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The same old culture war is now directed at Kamala Harris.By Douglas Giles

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New Book: Why Trump? 12:11

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Some say that a week is a lifetime in politics, and last week showed how true that is. Now the election can turn to focus on Trump. I've been busy the past two months finishing my new book, Why Trump? Why Some People Support Him—How the Rest of Us Can Respond. I read from the first chapter, Chapter 1. Framing the Issue. https://amzn.to/3Y3NeFm http…

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Left Wing, Right Wing, People, and Power - Chapter 1 20:15

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A reading of the first chapter of my recent book, available for sale everywhere. Links to where you can purchase the book. Left Wing, Right Wing, People, and PowerBy Douglas Giles

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The Fundamental Contradictions in Anarchism and Libertarianism 32:51

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A look at two ideologies that are shaping political discourse. Text transcript and reference links: https://insertphilosophyhere.com/the-fundamental-contradictions-in-anarchism-and-libertarianism/By Douglas Giles

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What’s Right and Wrong About the Columbia Protests 12:13

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What’s right and wrong about the Columbia protests and what’s right and wrong about political action. Can we have an intelligent conversation about what’s going on at Columbia University? Probably not. I’ll try anyway, although a conversation requires willing and sincere participants. Referenced in this episode: Ethics of Dissent and Protest Left W…

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Conspiracy Theories versus People Exercising Power 17:35

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There’s an important difference between them. This episode is a follow-up to Episode 12, "What Lurks Behind Conspiracy Theories." The subject of conspiracy theories is of great interest, probably because 2024 is an election year in many countries. In this episode, I respond to a comment made by several listeners and explain the difference between a…

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Book Release Announcement 1:40

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My new book has been released. Left Wing, Right Wing, People, and Power: The Core Dynamics of Political Action The Kindle version is available here. The paperback version is available here.By Douglas Giles

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My First Clues About Social Injustice 10:18

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One reason I am so passionate about the value of education comes from what I learned working two work-study jobs when I was an undergraduate. g8uqfqu6By Douglas Giles

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Pt 1: Lazy Thinking. Pt 2: How to Have an Argument 14:49

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Part 1: People Aren’t Stupid — They’re Lazy Thinkers Many people evade the ethical responsibility to think deeply Part 2: How to Have an Argument (More of a Debate Really) How to disagree without being disagreeable Contact me at: InsertPhilosophyHere.comBy Douglas Giles

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Is Your Politics One of Principles or Pettiness? 10:25

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Politics brings out the worst of people; it doesn’t have to. Comments? Contact me at: InsertPhilosophyHere.comBy Douglas Giles

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The Curious Case of Taylor Swift 18:55

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What’s going on underneath the hype? A philosopher looks into the phenomenon that is Taylor Swift and indicts the music industry that tried to exploit her. Comments? Contact me at: InsertPhilosophyHere.comBy Douglas Giles

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Masterclasses, TEDx Talks, Spam, and the Rise of the Fluffpreneur 17:08

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My long-term slightly scientific study of fluffpreneurship. We are now in the Epoch of the Memeocene in which things are oversimplified and vapid. It is an age in which society recognizes facile imitation more than substance. Not surprisingly, the snake oil merchants have adapted to the times. What they sell and how they sell it has been pared down…

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It’s Okay to Not Like Christmas 15:42

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Do you love Christmas? That’s cool, I respect that. Have fun. I want to talk about and with those who don’t consider Christmas the “most wonderful time of the year,” because I respect them too.By Douglas Giles

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Ethics of Dissent and Protest 8:39

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Cooperation, loyalty, adherence to the rule of law. These are noble virtues, of which the following are necessary for a free and open society. But there are times when it is necessary to step outside these noble virtues. There are times when dissent is a virtue. There is a time for peace and a time for protest.…

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Reactionism Is Not Populism 21:40

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Understanding political movements is essential for building a human-centered politics. I therefore propose a distinction between reactionary movements and populist movements based on their different worldviews, goals, and targets of their opposition. Support this podcast: https://ko-fi.com/insertphilosophyhere…

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It’s Not Misogyny—It’s Worse than That 21:00

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Men hating women is a symptom of a deeper problem. This episode inserts philosophy into the abuse of women and explores the social causes behind misogyny and subordination of women. Comments? Contact me at InsertPhilosophyHere.comBy Douglas Giles

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Are You an Individual? 43:09

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Are you an individual? Sounds like a silly question, doesn’t it? You’re you, right? You aren’t anybody else. But it’s not quite that simple. First off, being good philosophers, we have to define our terms. What do we mean by “an individual?” There are many answers to that question. Let’s begin at the beginning.…

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Episode 51: Labrador Sculptures Go On Sale SOON! PAWS-itivity with Suffolk Libraries 13:39

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Now you can own one of these beautiful Labrador Sculptures forever, as PAWS-itivity draws to a close - the Suffolk Libraries' annual campaign to raise money for the huge amount of work they do in the community. Auction is on Thu 12 October 2023 at 7:00 pm. In this episode we speak to Bruce Leeke Chief Executive of Suffolk Libraries, Alex Downing PA…

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Hume's Critique of Science 30:10

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Scottish philosopher David Hume in the 1700s changed Western philosophy with his strong critique of science. Hume showed that science is based on three assumptions that have no rational basis. Hume's critique so impressed Immanuel Kant, that it led Kant to develop his critiques of reason that revolutionized philosophy and science. Today. Hume's arg…

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The Epistemologies of Hobbes and Locke 13:55

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I haven't recorded a philosophy lesson in awhile, so here is an audio version of a new video I am producing for my university course. My other videos are at https://www.youtube.com/insertphilosophyhereBy Douglas Giles

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Trump, MAGA, and Making America Grotesque Victims 10:50

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For the last seven years, I’ve had quite a few people here in Europe ask me to explain Trump and his MAGA sycophants. Their incredulous questions are understandable. What’s in MAGA minds? How could they believe such things? Why are they so full of hate? I reference two books in this episode: The Rise of Victimhood Culture and Rethinking Misrecognit…

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The Barbie Movie: Why “Woke” Should and Will Prevail 11:14

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Spoiler Alert: I will divulge as little as possible about the specifics of the movie as I talk about the real-life implications of its philosophical ideas, but, obviously, some content of the movie will leak out. Yes, Barbie is a surprisingly philosophical movie. I had low expectations for Barbie. I’ve never been a fan of corporations or dolls, and…

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Trump, Power, and Desire versus the Law 16:13

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Much will be said and written about the latest set of indictments handed down against former President Trump. I will leave it to the legal analysts to dissect the minutiae and details of the indictment. I'm a philosopher. So, I want to talk about what is behind all of this, what's really going on with all of this? What are the fundamental principle…

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Interview with Dr. Eve Poole on her book "Robot Souls" 53:24

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Dr. Eve Poole is my honoured guest to talk about her latest book Robot Souls. Two of the biggest design problems in Artificial Intelligence are how to build robots that behave in line with human values and how to stop them ever going rogue. One under-explored solution to these alignment and control problems might be to examine how these are already…

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The Legacy of Plato and Aristotle 14:36

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Condensing their philosophies to their most influential ideas.By Douglas Giles

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A College Professor’s View on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 31:16

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A subject that has been in the news quite a lot lately as a political issue is diversity, equity, and inclusion, (DEI) and this is a topic that's dear to my heart as a philosophy professor. We need DEI programs, and I am very concerned about the efforts to try to reverse DEI initiatives in higher education. Plus, I am also aware of how part of that…