Philosophy

In an article about spirituality in 'Life of Pi, an image depicts a young boy standing on the edge of a boat. He wears white flowy pants and a white scarf over his head. A tiger roars in the seat of the boat. A backdrop of fluffy white clouds is atop a mellow blue ocean.

‘Life of Pi’: Into the Realm of Spirituality

Anoushka Panganamamula, The Ohio State University

An analysis of the meaning and intention behind the film and novel ‘Life of Pi’ as well as spirituality at its core.…

August 8, 2023

Portrait illustration of a philosophical cat wearing a suit.

The Philosophy of Goofy Cat Names

Shawna Smith, University of Phoenix

Naming your pet something ridiculous is a time-honored tradition, especially if you're a French Philosopher.…

January 12, 2023

Sleeping at Last Makes Listeners Think About Space and the Self on Their ‘Space’ EPs

Jayni Nielsen, Pace University

Through their dazzling instrumentals and lyrics, the musical project’s album uses the concept of the universe to discuss topics such as philosophy, war and love.…

July 14, 2021

AAn illustrated hand holds a receipt displaying the hefty prices of self-care acts such as bubble baths, taking breaks and self-reflection.

Self-Care, Once a Radical Act, Has Been Bastardized by Social Media and More

Sydney Smith, University of Pittsburgh

Despite having philosophical, revolutionary and political roots, the focus on caring for oneself has morphed into another mode of consumption. How did this happen?…

June 16, 2021

BookTuber Leena Norms Wants Us To Engage With Existential Questions

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

The British YouTuber asks her audience to deal with the philosophical implications of art and dealing with oneself as a person with autonomy.…

November 18, 2020

In article about Roland Barthes, miscellaneous music equipment

Roland Barthes Gives the Reasoning Behind Our Personal Media Tastes

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

The philosopher's theories of the 'studium' and the 'punctum' explains why we prefer certain creative works over others.…

July 21, 2020

In an article about Murakami and running, a person reading while walking up a hill

Haruki Murakami Sees a Common Thread Between Running and Writing

Cathleen Luo, Columbia University

The acclaimed novelist writes that, much like writing, running requires deliberate practice, even when you don't feel completely passionate about it.…

June 12, 2020