What counts as a life well lived? How should we treat each other? How should we respond when things go wrong? Which goals should we pursue? What counts as human flourishing?
For thousands of years, philosophers have been thinking and arguing about these issues.
Join philosopher Luke Russell from the University of Sydney as he interviews philosophers on what constitutes living well.
For thousands of years, philosophers have been thinking and arguing about these issues.
Join philosopher Luke Russell from the University of Sydney as he interviews philosophers on what constitutes living well.
Latest Episodes
Anger, Forgiveness, and Moving On
Victims of wrongdoing are frequently encouraged to forgive and move on, but we seldom pause to ask what forgiveness amounts to. In this episode, Luke Russell and guest...
Liberalism and the Good Life
Liberalism – a value system that prioritises equality, reciprocity, tolerance, and fairness – is under attack from all sides. In this episode, Luke Russell and Alex Le...
Blaming Yourself Better
Self-help gurus often recommend that you stop blaming yourself. In this episode, Luke Russell and Hannah Tierney ask whether this really is good advice. They outline t...
Is there More to Life than Happiness?
Everyone hopes to find happiness, but what is that they are seeking? In this episode, Luke Russell and Caroline West discuss the difference between feeling good and li...