Studium Generale Podcast

Studium Generale Podcast

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Studium Generale Podcast episodes

  • Column #3: Blood, Sweat and Earwax. The science of earwax with dr. Ruben Verwaal

    Humans have many different bodily fluids, such as urine, bile, and snot, but also earwax. What is earwax actually good for? Is it a grows bacterial substance that you need to remove with a cotton swab, or does it help protect against external invaders? Step into the wondrous world of earwax with dr. Ruben Verwaal.

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    16 min
  • Lecture #31: How to be a Stoic? With dr. Michiel Buis

    Focus on what you can control, not on the things you can’t change. The lessons of the ancient Stoic philosophers have surged in popularity in the last decade. From famous athletes to successful CEO’s, many swear by the writings of Seneca, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius. But why? How is it that such an old philosophy resonates in modern times? And: How can one become a Stoic themselves? With dr. Michiel Buis. 

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    55 min
  • Lecture #30: Let's Talk About Sex. With dr. Marieke Dewitte

    We all have sexual fantasies. Still, they are not always something we are open about. Not even with the people we trust the most. Why is this? What is the role of fantasies in sex? And can porn help us in actually opening up about the fantasies we do have? And porn detrimental to relationships or can they actually benefit from it? With dr. Marieke Dewitte. 

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    33 min
  • Column #2: The Wisdom Drop - dr. Jamie van der Klaauw on the aphorisms by self-taught dockworker-philosopher Eric Hoffer

    "No man ever steps in the same river twice" is a famous aphorism by the ancient Greek philosopher Heraclitus. Aphorisms, inspirational quotes and mottos often contain a certain truth that is universally understood. But why are they so popular? Dr. Jamie van der Klaauw about the self-taught dockworker-philosopher Eric Hoffer and his book of aphorisms.

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    16 min
  • Column #1: De Lege Troon - prof. dr. Ronald van Raak over wat we kunnen leren van Erasmus in verkiezingstijd

    Eind oktober gaat Nederland weer naar de stembus. Grote thema's als migratie, woningnood en defensie-uitgaven verdelen het land sterk. Wat zegt die verdeeldheid over de identiteit van Nederland? is er echt zo weinig vertrouwen in andere mensen? Prof. dr. Ronald van Raak over wat we kunnen leren van de 15e-eeuwse humanist Desiderius Erasmus. Over ons land, de politiek en solidariteit. Wat dit altijd al onderwerp van verdeeldheid? 

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    14 min
  • Lecture #29: What the Fascism?! With historian Daniel Knegt

    Fascism. Most thought it to be an ideology emblematic of the first half of the 20th century. With the current emergence and success of many radical rightwing parties, however, it seems to be making a resurgence. Is this really the case or has fascism just become a buzz word? With historian Daniel Knegt.

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    52 min
  • Lezing #28: Is het recht alleen voor de rijken? Met rechtsfilosoof Gijs van Oenen

    Een conflict met een louche huisbaas, ruzie met je ex of met DUO? Er zijn tal van voorbeelden te bedenken van situaties waarin juridische hulp handig kan zijn. Als je zelf niet beschikt over de financiële middelen om hiervoor een advocaat in te schakelen, kun je terugvallen op de sociale advocatuur. Maar voor hoe lang nog? Waarom is het zo belangrijk dat iedereen toegang heeft tot het recht? Met rechtsfilosoof Gijs van Oenen.

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    25 min
  • Lezing #27: Is het recht alleen voor de rijken? Met sociaal advocaat Reinier Feiner

    Een conflict met een louche huisbaas, ruzie met je ex of met DUO? Er zijn tal van voorbeelden te bedenken van situaties waarin juridische hulp handig kan zijn. Als je zelf niet beschikt over de financiële middelen om hiervoor een advocaat in te schakelen, kun je terugvallen op de sociale advocatuur. Maar voor hoe lang nog? Waarom is het zo belangrijk dat iedereen toegang heeft tot het recht? Met sociaal advocaat Reinier Feiner.

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    19 min
  • Lecture #26: How does migration really work? With prof. Hein de Haas

    The media show almost weekly images of dangerous crossings on the Mediterranean and politicians promise to curb the influx of migrants and asylum seekers. Others argue that, on the contrary, we desperately need immigrants to stimulate growth and innovation. But what are the facts behind the headlines, politicians' claims and the decisions they make? With prof. dr. Hein de Haas.

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    58 min
  • Lecture #25: The Science of Brainrot. With brain expert dr. Wouter van den Bos

    You only have to open TikTok, Reels, or Shorts to be confronted by some of the weirdest and/or easily digestible content you can imagine. Why is this type of content so appealing? What does it do to us? And is it really true that it can impact the development of our brains? With developmental psychologist dr. Wouter van den Bos (University of Amsterdam). 

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    25 min

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Studium Generale is part of the Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR) and organises scientific, social and cultural programmes throughout the year. The programme consist of lectures, debates, a monthly…