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EPISODE · Apr 14, 2025 · 41 MIN

The Meaning of Life with M.I.T. Head of Philosophy Kieran Setiya

from The Overexamined Life

I sat down with Professor Kieran Setiya, Head Philosophy Professor at M.I.T., and asked him about some of the profound topics Keiran wrestles with in his most recent book "Life is Hard". We explore the meaning of life, finding hope, navigating injustice, existential value, and most importantly for me at least, regret.Sick of being ruled by your emotions?Join our Patreon for AD-FREE listening, bonus episodes, and mindfulness exercises that are actually fun: patreon.com/TOLclubKieran's book: http://www.ksetiya.net/life-is-hard.html Want to learn how to meditate? Get 30 days of the Waking Up App FREE: wakingup.com/primo  WATCH THE PODCAST on YoutubeFollow Jonah Primo on Instagram or visit his WebsiteJonah writes on SubstackEmail Jonah Primo at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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