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Philosophy for All
by Joshua
Philosophy for All is a leading podcast for everything related to philosophy and theology. We often host leading scholars and thinkers to bring you the best content in philosophy and theology! Stay tuned for enlightening discussions which would not only enrich your knowledge of philosophy, but also provide you with life lessons from great thinkers!This podcast has ranked globally, past ranks include top 200 in UK, top 40 in Hungary, top 50 in Slovenia & top 20 in Denmark for Arts & Books.
Episodes
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The Problem of Evil Defeated : Kantian Sceptical Theism
Send us Fan Mail Sceptical theism is one of the most common responses to the problem of evil. However, it is also subject to powerful objections. In this video, I argue that Kantian philosophy provides the theologian with powerful tools to respond to these objections and thus defeat the problem…
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Navigating the Metaphysical Turn in the Problem of Evil
Send us Fan Mail The current topic of the European Society for the Philosophy of Religion Conference 2026 is on the metaphysical turn and the revival of metapysics in the philosophy of religion. Given my work on the problem of evil and meta-theodicy, I thought it would be interesting to explore…
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Prof. Richard Swinburne on the Philosophy of Religion
Send us Fan Mail Richard Swinburne is one of the most influential names in the philosophy of religion. It is such a privilege to be joined him to talk about the philosophy of religion. In this interview, he joins us to speak about varying aspects of the philosophy of religion. From the problem of...
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What is Phenomenology? Dr. J. Aaron Simmons
Send us Fan Mail In this interview, I sit down with J. Aaron Simmons to talk about the phenomenological movement. From tracing a brief history of phenomenology from Edmund Husserl to the new phenomenologists, we talk about the application of phenomenology, how it can be approached, and how one…
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How to Get into Oxbridge for Theology in 2026?
Send us Fan Mail University UCAS applications are coming around the corner and many students are preparing for these applications. In this video, I go through some of the basics of applying to Oxbridge in 2026 for theology. This includes areas of focus, personal statement advice, interview prep…
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What is the Meaning of Life? Dr. Tim Mawson
Send us Fan Mail The meaning of life is one of the major questions in life, indeed, alongside God and the good, it is one of the ultimate questions. Would you be surprised in realising that this is a lesser discussed field in analytic philosophy? In this interview, I am joined by Dr. Tim Mawson…
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Orthodox and Catholic Oxford Students Discuss Icons and Religious Art
Send us Fan Mail Religious art and iconography has always been one of the contentious areas of Christian thought. In this video, I am joined by fellow Oxford student Alina to discuss the varying aspects of religious art, its related doctrine and practice. Support the show…
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Introduction to Aesthetics and the Philosophy of Art | Dr. Darren Hick
Send us Fan Mail Aesthetics and the philosophy of art is one of those fields which everyone thinks about, but few people formalise, dismissing it as something subjective and up to personal opinion. In this video, Dr. Darren Hick joins us to discuss this topic and the varying questions relating to...
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Open Theism: An Introduction | Dr. John Sanders
Send us Fan Mail Open theism is a controversial but growing position in philosophical theology. Open theism refers to a broad tradition, but it is an approach to the question about the relationship between God's foreknowledge, human free will, and God's providence. We are privileged to be joined…
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Intro to Baha'i Philosophical Theology | Joshua Hall
Send us Fan Mail Baha'i religions are often misrepresented or misunderstood. In this interview, I am joined by Joshua Hall to discuss Baha'i history, philosophy and theology. I discuss the startling similarities between Baha'i and other Abrahamic traditions, their understanding of God, belief in...
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Deep Dive into Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas | Dr. Levi Checketts
Send us Fan Mail A deep dive into many important aspects of the Pope's new encyclical Magnifica Humanitas. We explore its motivation, its core themes, and how it can be applied to contemporary society. I focus not only on the theoretical implications of this encyclical, but also the practical...
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The Problem of Dirty Hands and Moral Compromise | Dr Stephen de Wijze
Send us Fan Mail The problem of dirty hands arises when you have conflicting, but equally motivating, moral obligations. When these occur, is it possible to do wrong? Is it possible to do right? What does it mean to fulfil one's moral obligations in these circumstances? Dr Stephen de Wijze from...
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Was Dostoevsky a Slavophile? If So of What Type?
Send us Fan Mail The Russian people and their destiny played an important role in Dostoevsky's works, but in the contemporary context, what does this mean for Slavophilism and other nationalistic movements? In this video, I am joined by Dr. George Pattison to discuss this question. Support the…
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Fyodor Dostoevsky: A Brief Introduction
Send us Fan Mail Fyodor Dostoevsky is one of the most influential writers of all time. In this brief video, I introduce you to some of his key ideas and his life. I give an overview of his methodology, his writing, and his books, and hopefully, getting you excited about this series. Support the...
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Why Liturgy Wars are OVERRATED and How to Approach Them
Send us Fan Mail Liturgy wars have become a major subject of debate in Catholic discussion spheres online. In this video, I give three reasons for why they are significantly overrated and distract Catholics from truly focusing on what is important in the Catholic spiritual life. Support the show...
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Who Actually Are the SSPX and What Do They Believe? (Fr. James Dominic Rooney)
Send us Fan Mail The SSPX are a popular group of Catholics who have raised significant concerns with the Catholic Church and the post-Vatican 2 reforms. More recently, they have become even more influential with developments over the Latin Mass and their attempt to consecrate new bishops which…
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Dialectics: The Most Misunderstood Aspect of Hegel's Philosophy
Send us Fan Mail Hegel is known for his dialectics of achieving a synthesis from a thesis and an anti-thesis. However, this may not be an accurate understanding of Hegel's work. Dr. Sebastian Ostritsch tells us about what Hegel really means with his dialectics and how the view of thesis,...
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What is Post-Evangelical Christianity? Dr. David Gushee
Send us Fan Mail Evangelical Christianity has long defined the landscape of American political consciousness, especially in the Republican right. In this episode, I am joined by prominent Christian theologian Prof. David Gushee to talk about post-Evangelical Christianity, a movement which pushes...
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Introduction to Philosophy of Religion and Where it is Going? Prof. Charles Taliaferro
Send us Fan Mail Prof. Charles Taliaferro joins us to talk about the philosophy of religion and its development. We talk about how it distinguishes itself from theology, how it is developing on a global stage, and its relation to and potential reliance on metaphysics. This interview is for anyone...
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Divine Hiddenness and Evidential Ambiguity | Dr. Max Baker-Hytch
Send us Fan Mail Divine hiddenness presented by JL Schellenberg has been one of the more recent challenges to the existence of God. In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Max Baker-Hytch, one of the prominent voices in the philosophy of religion to discuss this challenge and how it can be…
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Miles K. Donahue on Oxford, Philosophical Theology, and YouTube
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of PhilThe Talks, I am joined by Miles Donahue to talk about his journey in the philosophy of religion. How it started, how he got interested in it academically, what motivates him to publish, and more. If you are interested in studying philosophy at Oxford, then...
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Thinking About Veganism and Eating Dogs | Some CRUCIAL Questions
Send us Fan Mail Veganism is often discussed in popular level discourse with numerous different perspectives. In this video, I examine the variety of different debates that veganism brings into the picture and how asking ourselves these important questions may lead us to discover internal...
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How to Read Dostoevsky: Understanding Polyphony
Send us Fan Mail One of the great contributions to Dostoevsky and literary scholarship was Mikhail Bakhtin's work The Problem of Dostoevsky's Poetics. In this video, I build on this book showing how to understand Dostoevsky through a polyphonic lens and what this means for readers of his works....
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What Christians Get Wrong About Liberal Christianity?
Send us Fan Mail With the appointment of Sarah Mullally as Archbishop of Canterbury, debates around “liberal Christianity” have reignited—but most people misunderstand what the term actually means. In this video, I trace the roots of liberal Christianity back to nineteenth-century thinkers like...
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True Materialism: Rethinking Freedom and History in Hegel and Marx | Dr. Jensen Suther
Send us Fan Mail In this interview, Joshua Yen speaks with Dr. Jensen Suther (Harvard Society of Fellows) about his new book True Materialism (Stanford University Press). The conversation explores how Hegel and Marx can help us rethink the meaning of materialism, freedom, and modern life. Dr....
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How to Write a UCAS Philosophy Personal Statement in 2025?
Send us Fan Mail This video explains how to write a strong philosophy personal statement for UK university applications through UCAS. It breaks down the new UCAS three-question format and shows how to approach each section: why you want to study philosophy, how your studies and experiences have...
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How to Apply For a Philosophy Undergrad Degree in the UK?
Send us Fan Mail Applying to study philosophy at university in the UK? In this video, Joshua Yen — host of Philosophy for All and a master’s student in Philosophical Theology at the University of Oxford — explains everything you need to know about applying through UCAS. You’ll learn how to choose...
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Who Should Make Christian Theology Videos?
Send us Fan Mail Are scholars the only people who should discuss theology, or should all people be able to engage with these topics? Does engaging these on YouTube change something? Does it make it better? Does it make it worse? Who should lead theological discussions online? Is a scholars only...
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A Catholic Introduction to Indulgences: Fr James Dominic Rooney
Send us Fan Mail Indulgences are an important part of the Protestant-Catholic disagreement and can radically transform your faith and relation with God. In this video, Fr. James Dominic Rooney joins us to describe what indulgences are, arguments for indulgences, and how Christians can approach...
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What Is Pragmatism and Why Does It Matter? | Dr. Sami Pihlström
Send us Fan Mail Pragmatism is a prominent position in 19th century philosophy. In this interview, Dr. Sami Pihlström guides us from Peirce, William James, and Dewey to neopragmatists like Rorty and Putnam, asking hard questions about truth, realism, meaning, and the problem of evil. We compare...
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Why You Should Read Being and Time by Heidegger?
Send us Fan Mail Being and Time is one of the classics of the 20th century, being perhaps one of the most influential books in both phenomenological and existentialist traditions. In this video, I give you five reasons for why you should consider reading this groundbreaking work. Support the show...
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Dr. Derek McAllister on the Philosophy of Depression
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Derek McAllister joins us to discuss the philosophical and historical context of what is depression. We discuss its pre-modern historical representations in the works of St John of the Cross, Kierkegaard, and others, as well as how these philosophical principles and...
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Ludwig Wittgenstein's Philosophy: Dr. Genia Schonbaumsfeld
Send us Fan Mail In this engaging conversation with Dr. Genia Schönbaumsfeld, we explore the radical philosophical journey of Ludwig Wittgenstein—from the tightly structured propositions of the Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus to the later insights of Philosophical Investigations. Dr.…
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Edmund Husserl: His Life and Ideas | Dr. Thomas Byrne
Send us Fan Mail Edmund Husserl is considered by many as the father of phenomenology, he is also a complex thinker. In this video, Dr. Thomas Byrne joins us to introduce Husserl's philosophy. Dr. Byrne is a research assistant professor at the University of Illinois. He is a classically trained...
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Introduction to Sceptical Theism (w/ Dr. Erik Wielenberg)
Send us Fan Mail Dive into the fascinating world of skeptical theism with Dr. Erik Wielenberg as we explore its key themes, including positive and negative skeptical theism, its philosophical challenges, and its implications for faith and reason. This engaging interview sheds light on the...
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The Philosophy and Legacy of Hegel (w/ Dr. Sebastian Ostritsch)
Send us Fan Mail Join us for an engaging conversation with Dr. Sebastian Ostritsch as we explore the foundational ideas of Hegel’s philosophy. From his dialectical method to his views on history, reason, and absolute knowing, this discussion provides a clear and accessible introduction to one of...
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2 Professors Discuss Whether Academic Philosophy is in Crisis
Send us Fan Mail There are growing concerns about the success and usefulness of academic philosophy. In this video, I am joined by two distinguished professors, Dr. Aaron Simmons and Dr. Bob Hanna to discuss the state of philosophy and how we can move it forward and change the field which means…
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An Oxford Philosophy Student Shares His Testimony
Send us Fan Mail An Oxford student shares why he is a Christian in 2025. Support the show -------------------------- If you would want to support the channel and what I am doing, please follow me on Patreon: www.patreon.com/christianityforall Where else to find Josh Yen: Philosophy YT:...
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Why the Resurrection of Jesus Happened? (Dr Andrew Loke)
Send us Fan Mail The historical argument for the resurrection is an important aspect of Christian apologetics. In this Easter upload, I am joined by Dr. Andrew Loke to discuss the argument for the resurrection found in his works. We talk about the varying scientific and historical considerations,...
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What Catholics ACTUALLY Believe About Justification (Trent Sixth Session)
Send us Fan Mail In all these debates about sola fide, it is often easy to attack a strawman instead of discussing the heart of the matter. In this video, I read through the Sixth Session of the Council of Trent in order to unveil what we actually mean by justification, correcting potential…
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Fyodor Dostoevsky: His Life and Ideas | Dr George Pattison
Send us Fan Mail In this interview, Dr George Pattison introduces the philosophy and life of Fyodor Dostoevsky. We cover all aspects of Dostoevsky's works from his Slavophilism to his Christianity. Dr George Pattison is a retired Professor of Divinity at the University of Glasgow and was the Lady...
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Dr Liz Jackson Talks EVERYTHING Faith and Pascal's Wager
Send us Fan Mail Faith is an important concept in both the realm of religious belief as well as the philosophy of religion. What is the relationship between faith and reason? Credence and acceptance? Belief and action? All of these questions are influenced by one's conception of faith in...
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The Philosophy and Faith of Tolkien (w/ Dr. Holly Ordway)
Send us Fan Mail We are joined by Dr. Holly Ordway, the world's prominent scholar on J.R.R. Tolkien to talk about the philosophy, theology and life of the 20th century's greatest novelist J.R.R. Tolkien. Dr. Ordway is the Cardinal Francis George Professor of Faith and Culture at the the Word on...
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The Philosophy of Immanuel Kant: An Introduction (w/ Dr. Bob Hanna)
Send us Fan Mail Join us for an in-depth discussion with Dr. Robert Hanna on Immanuel Kant's philosophy, covering transcendental idealism, the transcendental deduction, and free will. We explore key concepts from Critique of Pure Reason, including synthetic a priori knowledge, causality, and the...
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How My Oxford Philosophy Degree Transformed My Faith
Send us Fan Mail Does learning philosophy weaken or strengthen your faith? In this video, I share four ways in which my faith has been transformed by my studies in Philosophy and Theology at the University of Oxford. Support the show -------------------------- If you would want to support the...
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The Philosophy and Life of Edith Stein (Dr. Sarah Borden)
Send us Fan Mail Edith Stein is a notable philosopher in the 20th century being most influential in attempting to synthesise the boundaries and movements of Thomistic philosophy with Husserlian phenomenology. In this video, we are joined by Dr Sarah Borden Sharkey to introduce Edith Stein's key...
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The WORST Protestant Argument: Response to @NeedGodnet
Send us Fan Mail There are many arguments for protestantism and many of them are powerful and ought to be taken seriously. However, some arguments have just such weird implications which are just flat out ridiculous. In this video, I respond to one such argument which intends to make the argument...
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Do the Unevangelised go to Hell? Views in Soteriology (Dr. John Sanders)
Send us Fan Mail Renowned scholar Dr. John Sanders joins us to talk about the fate of the unevangelised. Do they go to heaven? Hell? What happens to them after they die? These are pressing questions in Christianity. We talk about the different positions in this debate and their historical...
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Reflections on the Most Holy Sacrifice of the Mass
Send us Fan Mail In this video, I discuss the philosophy and theological significance behind the Mass as well as my personal reflections on its unique and special place in Christian Theology. I will discuss not only the theological nature of the Mass but also its personal and emotional...
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Anti-Theodicy: Challenges to Traditional Theodicy (w/ Dr. Sami Pihlström)
Send us Fan Mail Despite popular debates' interest in the problem of evil, scholars have mostly focused on whether evil poses an intellectual challenge, probabilistically, against the existence of God. Alternatively, a lesser focused discussion in the problem of evil is the growing movement of...
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Philosophy for All is a leading podcast for everything related to philosophy and theology. We often host leading scholars and thinkers to bring you the best content in philosophy and theology! Stay tuned for enlightening discussions which would not only enrich your knowledge of philosophy, but also provide you with life lessons from great thinkers!This podcast has ranked globally, past ranks include top 200 in UK, top 40 in Hungary, top 50 in Slovenia & top 20 in Denmark for Arts & Books.
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