6 Best Philosophy History Podcasts

1. Philosophize This!

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Beginner friendly if listened to in order! For anyone interested in an educational podcast about philosophy where you don't need to be a graduate-level philosopher to understand it. In chronological order, the thinkers and ideas that forged the world we live in are broken down and explained.MORE Host Stephen West
Email ****@stephenwestshow.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 50k-250k
Recent Guests Friedrich Nietzsche, Marcus Aurelius +3 more
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 25.8KFacebook 49.9KInstagram 29.4K Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Since Jun 2020 Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps

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Peter Adamson, Professor of Philosophy at the LMU in Munich and at King's College London, takes listeners through the history of philosophy, 'without any gaps.' The series looks at the ideas, lives and historical context of the major philosophers as well as the lesser-known figures of the tradition. www.historyofphilosophy.net. NOTE: iTunes shows only the most recent 300 episodes; subscribe on iTunes or go to a different platform for the whole series.MORE Host Peter Adamson
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 3KFacebook 22.4KTwitter 37.6K Avg Length 23 min Format Medium form Video Podcast YouTube
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3. History of Philosophy: India, Africana, China

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Peter Adamson teams up with Jonardon Ganeri, Chike Jeffers, and Karyn Lai to represent the philosophical traditions of ancient India, Africa and the African diaspora, and classical China. Website: www.historyofphilosophy.net.MORE Hosts Peter Adamson, Jonardon Ganeri, Chike Jeffers
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 420Facebook 22.4KTwitter 37.6K Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

4. History of Philosophy

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Dive into the captivating journey of philosophical thought through the ages with History of Philosophy. This podcast unravels the rich tapestry of philosophical opinions, systems, and schools of thought, exploring the lives of influential philosophers and the intricate connections between different schools of philosophy. Discover the origins of Ancient Philosophy across cultures like Babylon, China, India, Egypt, Greece, and Rome, as well as the profound insights of the Christian Era, featuring thinkers such as St. Anselm, Thomas Aquinas, and William of Ockham...MORE Email ****@adfreesounds.com
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5. In Our Time

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Spanning history, religion, culture, science and philosophy, In Our Time from BBC Radio 4 is essential listening for the intellectually curious. In each episode, host Melvyn Bragg and expert guests explore the characters, events and discoveries that have shaped our world. History fans can learn about pivotal wars and societal upheavals, such as the rise and fall of Napoleon, the Sack of Rome in 1527, and the political intrigue of the Russian Revolution...MORE Host Melvyn Bragg
Producer/Network BBC
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 50k-250k
Recent Guests Sean Duffy, Emma Smith +25 more
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 13.8KFacebook 4.7KTwitter 41.7K Avg Length 53 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

6. The New Thinkery

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The New Thinkery is a podcast devoted to political philosophy and its history, along with its many guises in literature, film, and human experience generally. Named after Socrates' infamous 'Thinkery' in Aristophanes' Clouds, The New Thinkery strikes a balance between the seriousness of academia and the playfulness of casual conversation among friends.MORE Hosts Alex Priou, Greg McBrayer, David Bahr
Producer/Network The New Thinkery
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guest Deacon Harrison Garlick
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 251Facebook 116Twitter 3.6K Avg Length 63 min Format Long form Video Podcast YouTube
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