Category: Philosophy

Discourse Michel Foucault Philosophy

Interview with James I. Porter: Nietzsche, Foucault, & Classical Studies

By Davood Gozli | by Davood Gozli

My interview with Prof. James Porter started with a discussion about his concerns with clarity and the importance of maintaining a connection between language and life. Then I asked him Porter about how his interest in Nietzsche began and about his interpretation of Nietzsche’s concept of the Dionysian, which relates to metaphysics and an awareness of the desires underlying our metaphysical projects. We discussed how the unity of authorial voice or identity (e.g., in the…

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interview Michel Foucault Philosophy

Interview with Prof. Johanna Oksala

By Davood Gozli | by Davood Gozli

Johanna Oksala holds the position of Arthur J. Schmitt Professor of Philosophy at Loyola University in Chicago (LUC). Before her role at LUC, she was on faculty at Pratt Institute of Art and Design in New York, the New School for Social Research in New York, the University of Helsinki in Finland, and the University of Dundee in Scotland. Prof. Oksala specializes in political philosophy, feminist philosophy, environmental philosophy, Marxist theory, Michel Foucault, and phenomenology.…

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Fiction Philosophy Reading Group

Scenes of Clerical Life: Reading George Eliot’s Short Stories – June to August 2024

By Davood Gozli | by Davood Gozli

Following our discussions on Albert Camus’ Exile and the Kingdom, we will turn our attention to George Eliot’s Scenes of Clerical Life. We will have a series of six sessions, two sessions dedicated to each of Eliot’s short stories, from June 22nd to July 27th. Here is the plan: Story 1. “The Sad Fortunes Of The Reverend Amos Barton” – Two meetings: June 22 & 29 Story 2. “Mr. Gilfil’s Love Story” – Three meetings:…

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Philosophy Psychology in Everyday Life Reading Group

The Evolution of a Collaborative Reading Community

By Davood Gozli | by Davood Gozli

A unique reading group, started by a PhD holder in psychology and YouTuber, breaks the mold of typical book clubs. This post describes the group’s laid-back approach to discussing a wide range of texts, emphasizing open dialogue, philosophical pluralism, connection to everyday life, and personal perspectives. Find out what makes these discussions so engaging, and get a sneak peek at their future plans.

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