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The Things You Can't TouchE22 - Is Knowledge Power ?Welcome back to another episode of The Things You Can't Touch ... We are so grateful, excited, and pleased to bring to you our very first collaboration !! In this special episode celebrating World Philosophy Day, The Things You Can't Touch collaborates with The Black Curriculum to unpack how education shapes our understanding of knowledge, identity, and justice. We challenge traditional ideas of philosophy, explore the transformative power of a Black-centered curriculum, and reimagine who gets to define wisdom. Join us for an eye-opening discussion that celebrates diverse perspectives and calls for a more inclusive...2024-11-2947 minThe Things You Can't TouchE21 - If We Alter Our Mental Health, Does That Alter Our Identity ?Welcome back to another episode of The Things You Can't Touch.November is Men's Mental Health Month, a time to shed light on the often-silent struggles men face. As a podcast dedicated to diversifying the world of philosophy, we believe that exploring mental health is crucial - not just through the clinical lens, but as part of broader philosophical dialogues about identity, resilience, and vulnerability. This month, we dive into topics that challenge stereotypes, reflect on how cultural expectations impact men’s mental well-being, and encourage open conversations. Please follow the conversation below: ...2024-11-1658 minThe Things You Can't TouchE20 - What Do We Owe Each Other, If Anything At All ?Welcome back to another episode of The Things You Can't Touch ! How do you like our new set up ? Today, we are honoured to have the incredible @3thadon as our guest ! Get ready for an episode packed with insight, laughter, and all the things you didn’t know you needed to hear. Follow the conversation with the chapters below: 00:00 - Intro 01:30 - What Do We Owe Each Other If Anything At All 03:18 - Define The Question 04:22 - Categories Of People 07:05 - Re...2024-10-281h 02The Things You Can't TouchE19 - Should We Fear Death ?Hi everyone !! Thank you for tuning in to another episode of The Things You Can't Touch :) Let's talk about death: 00:00 - Intro 02:15 - Should We Fear Death ? 03:40 - Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story 05:20 - Destiny 07:40 - And Love 09:14 - God's Love 12:40 - How Significant Do You Have To Be ? 14:30 - Art Is The Best Way To Get Over Your Fear Of Death 16:35 - Young People Are Amateurs In Everything 20:30 - Meaning and Existence 22:15...2024-08-191h 15The Things You Can't TouchE17 - Should We Lose The Will To Live ?After a very short hiatus, The Things You Can't Touch is back with another episode ! Join our conversation about Schopenhauerism - a small element of the wider umbrella term of pessimistic philosophy ... Follow the chapters below: 00:00 - Intro 02:16 - Should We Lose The Will To Live ? 03:30 - Pessimism 07:45 -"Delusion" 09:13 - Shopenhauerism 10:10 - The Force Within Us 11:27 - The Will To Live 15:01 - Should We Want To Be Happy ? 17:30 - Happiness As A Social Construct 20:27 - "Man...2024-08-1955 minThe Things You Can't TouchE18 - Do We Desire Things Because We Think They Will Make Us Happy, Or Do Things Make Us Happy … ?Welcome back to another episode of The Things You Can’t Touch :) Do we desire things because we think that those things will make us happy, or do those things make us happy because we desire them ??? DISCLAIMER: This is a philosophy podcast ! Here is the chapter list for you to peruse at your leisure: 00:00 - Intro 02:38 - Do We Desire Things Because Those Things Make Us Happy, Or Do Those Things Make Us Happy Because We Desire Them ? 04:01 - Confusion 06:04 - Your Likes Come Fr...2024-08-191h 13The Things You Can't TouchE16 - Is Inequality Intrinsic To Society ?We're back again !! This is Episode 16 and we are excited to have you here :) Please join in on our conversation with the chapters below: 00:00 - Intro 02:00 - Is Inequality Intrinsic To Society ? 03:40 - Definitions 05:30 - The World As A Blank Slate and Hobbes 07:05 - Inequality As A Product Of Human Behaviour 08:53 - Is Inequality Intrinsically Bad ? 11:11 - Capitalism Is Good And Inequality Is Necessary 13:07 - Is Inequality Economic ? 14:45 - Colonialism 17:05 - All Inequalities Come From Money 2024-08-1958 minThe Things You Can't TouchE15 - What Is Womanhood ? WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH SPECIAL (PART II)Welcome back to another episode of 'The Things You Can't Touch' ! Today's episode is special in many ways... Firstly, we would like to announce that we are celebrating 1 year of TTYCT ! This time, last year, we uploaded our first EVER episode on this channel. We had no idea what would become of us down the line. But over 12 months, we have grown so much in terms of guests, set up and content. We could not have done this without you all. Thank you for taking the time to engage in our videos :) Next - as the month...2024-08-191h 10The Things You Can't TouchE14 - What Is Womanhood ? WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH SPECIAL (PART I)Welcome to another episode of The Things You Can't Touch ! Your presence here is truly appreciated :) In celebration of Women's History Month; today's conversation is centred around the idea of Womanhood. Follow our conversation below: 00:00 - Intro 02:15 - Hopefully We Don't Get Cancelled 03:02 - What Is Womanhood ? 04:43 - Definitions 06:15 - Inherent Qualities Of A Woman 07:08 - "Femininity" 09:45 - The Glamorisation Of Femininity 11:44 - Is Our Current Perception Of Womanhood A Farce ? 13:23 - The Grime Of Being A...2024-08-1955 minThe Things You Can't Touch13 - Can Everyone Fall In Love ? (VALENTINE'S SPECIAL)Welcome back everyone !!This week’s episode is themed around Valentines ;) Feel free to follow the trajectory of our conversation with the timestamps below: 00:00 - Intro 01:10 - Can Everyone Fall In Love ? 03:25 - I Just Don’t Agree 05:03 - Loving The Idea Of Love 05:30 - Certain Things All Humans Share 07:02 - Companionship 08:44 - A State Of Being 09:25 - The Media 10:50 - That TikTok Hotel Room Surprise 11:58 - Black Fathers And Familial Love 13:42 - A Ne...2024-08-191h 04The Things You Can't TouchE12 - Will You Ever Understand Me ?Welcome back :) Thank you for clicking upon this video ! Please make your watching experience easier by following the chapters below: 0:00 - Intro … Or Something 2:10 - Will You Ever Understand Me ? 3:44 - The Concept Of You And Me 5:53 - Experience 7:35 - How Language Works 8:30 - Storytime (He Gets Punched Up) 10:08 - Like Explaining Racism To White People 11:27 - Context And Experience 13:30 - The Feeling 14:17 - Political Friction 15:15 - Presumption 17:05 - Life Is A Misunderstanding ...2024-08-191h 06The Things You Can't TouchE11 - Do We Exist For Other People ?Hi everyone !! It's great to see you in the description :) One would primarily like to apologise for the disaster with the audio in today's episode. We aspire for it to not happen again. Regardless, we hope you were still able to enjoy the conversation ! In the meantime, feel free to follow our train of thought below: 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Do We Exist For Other People ? 01:34 - It's Like There's Something Wrong ... 01:50 - The Philosophy Will Take Us The Rest Of The Way 03:20...2024-08-1951 minThe Things You Can't TouchE10 - Should We Care About What Other People Think ?Welcome to Season 2 of 'The Things You Can't Touch' !! Glance upon the chapters below to follow the conversation: 00:00 - Introduction 01:00 - Should We Care About What Other People Think ? 03:10 - What Is 'To Care' ? 05:30 - Would You Be Happier If You Stopped Caring ? 07:30 - It Is Important To Take Correction ... 08:52 - That's The Issue With Social Media 09:55 - Pretty Privilage Works Two Ways 11:15 - Where Do You Draw The Line ? 14:55 - So ... Family Don't Mean Nothing ? 21:34...2024-08-191h 00The Things You Can't TouchE9 - Does The Universe Speak To Us ?Guys this is it !! The end of Season 1. We want to say a big thank you to everyone who tuned in to this episode. "Does The Universe Speak To Us?" was an amazing question and Khadim provided us with even better answers. Follow our social media platforms: IG: @thethingsyoucanttouch TikTok: thethingsyoucanttouch Follow our guest: IG: @kmthiami#philosophy #podcast #theuniverse #blackpodcast #solarsystem #start #astronomy #signs2024-08-1959 minThe Things You Can't TouchE8 - What Is Art ?We are so close to the end of Season 1 already ! We give you a beautiful conversation about the ins and outs of what it means for something to be considered 'art'. Try your best to keep up with Bolu's answer to "What Is Art?" - who knew that such a simple question would become so confusing so quickly... If you enjoyed this episode; stay tuned for the next one. Follow our social media platforms: IG: @thethingsyoucanttouch TikTok: thethingsyoucanttouch Follow our guest: IG: @bolu.adewumi 2024-08-1944 minThe Things You Can't TouchE7 - Are We Human Beings Or Human Doings ?Aneesa takes a seat at the TTYCT Table and unpacks the question: "Are We Human Beings Or Human Doings?" Whilst she keeps it short and sweet, her answer provides the depth we enjoy in all philosophical conversation :) If you enjoyed this episode; go check out the next one - it's already up ;) Follow our social media platforms: IG: @thethingsyoucanttouch TikTok: thethingsyoucanttouch Follow our guest: IG: @aneesa.williams7 IG: @neeseeskitchen #philosophy #podcast #humanbeings #darkphilosophy # existentialism #existence2024-08-1932 minThe Things You Can't TouchE6 - What Is The Root Of All Evil ?And here you have it. Episode 6 … Make sure to take in the intellect that Tumi shares when answering the question: “What is the root of all evil?” If you enjoyed this episode; stay tuned for the next one. Follow our social media platforms: IG: @thethingsyoucanttouch TikTok: thethingsyoucanttouchFollow our guest: IG: @7.Tumi IG: @teeshairparlourr IG: @beads.ileke #philosophy #podcast2024-08-1952 minThe Things You Can't TouchE5 - What Is Good And What Is Bad ?This is Episode 5 ! Eden and Abdullah discuss one of the most basic, but fundamental topics within Ethical Philosophy - "what is good and what is bad?"Follow our Social Media Platforms:IG: thethingsyoucantouchTikTok: thethingsyoucantouchFollow our Guest: IG: @a1._dullah YouTube: 2nd Generation Podcast If there are any topics you’d like to hear Eden touch on or you would like to join her on the TTYCT table email us on: letstouchonit@gmail.comMake sure to like, comment and subscribe! #TTYCT #po...2024-08-1940 minThe Things You Can't TouchE4 - What Is Nothing If Anything At All ?The fact that we can sit here and talk about nothing for an hour is hilarious. Literally. Join Eden and Jessica's conversation, answering the question: "what is nothing, if anything at all?"Here we have it - Episode Four is not for the weak minded. This might make your head spin. Maybe listen on x0.5 speed ... Follow our Social Media Platforms: IG: thethingsyoucantouch TikTok: thethingsyoucantouch Follow our Guest: IG: @jesschukss IG: @blackgirlsblues Book: 'Hope Hues' on Amazon, by Jessica Chukwu If...2024-08-1950 minThe Things You Can't TouchE3 - Does Money Make The World Go 'Round ?Episode Three !!! Eden and Michael talk about the most in important thing (arguably) in the world as they discuss the question: 'Does Money Make The World Go 'Round?’ Follow our Social Media Platforms: IG: thethingsyoucantouch TikTok: thethingsyoucantouch Follow our Guest: IG: soundsofmikes IG: bigeventsintl If there are any topics you’d like to hear Eden touch on or you would like to join her on the TTYCT table email us on: letstouchonit@gmail.comMake sure to like, comment and subscribe! #TTYC...2024-08-1948 minThe Things You Can't TouchE2 - Is Beauty In The Eye Of The Beholder ?Welcome to Episode Two of ‘The Things You Can't Touch’. Join Eden and Akua as they discuss the question: 'Is Beauty In The Eye Of The Beholder?’ Follow our Social Media Platforms: IG: thethingsyoucantouch TTYCT | TheThingsYouCan'tTouch (@thethingsyoucanttouch) • Instagram photos and videos TikTok: thethingsyoucantouch https://www.tiktok.com/@thethingsyoucanttouch?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Follow our Guest: IG: ._akua24IG: thedoubleatouchYouTube: @redefine2003 If there are any topics you’d like to hear Eden touch on or you would like to join her on the TTYCT tabl...2024-08-1959 minThe Things You Can't TouchE1 - Are We Responsible For What We Believe ?Welcome to Episode One of ‘The Things You Can't Touch’ with our host, Eden, and her first special guest, Elizabeth. Join them as they discuss whether we are ‘Responsible for what we Believe?’ Follow our Social Media Platforms: IG: thethingsyoucantouch TTYCT | TheThingsYouCan'tTouch (@thethingsyoucanttouch) • Instagram photos and videos TikTok: thethingsyoucantouch https://www.tiktok.com/@thethingsyoucanttouch?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Follow our Guest: IG: journalwithtee Tee 🤍 (@journalwithtee) • Instagram photos and videos tee.xxvii @tee.xxvii • Instagram photos and videos Join us every Friday @ 9pm for new episodes. If there are any topics you’d like...2024-08-1940 min