The Spinoza Triad:
Philosophy in our World

Sartre and the Search for Authenticity


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In this episode, the Spinoza Triad, Dan Rowland, Dr. Richard Miller, and John Gibbs discuss Existentialism and some of the ideas of Jean-Paul Sartre. We explore how Existentialism emphasizes individual freedom and responsibility and how the anguish of existence is a central theme in Sartre's work. We conclude that while freedom can be both empowering and anxiety-inducing Existentialism offers insights into living in contemporary society.

00:00 Setting the Scene: Existentialism and Café Culture

02:28 Exploring Jean-Paul Sartre: Life and Influence

06:03 The Nature of Freedom: Positive and Negative

11:09 The Burden of Freedom: Anxiety and Authenticity

20:13 Existentialism in Popular Culture: Reflections and Parables

30:11 The Relevance of Sartre Today: Authenticity in Modern Life

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The Spinoza Triad:
Philosophy in our WorldBy John Gibbs, Dr Richard Miller & Dan Rowland