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Knowledge in Crisis: The Podcast

Knowledge in Crisis: The Podcast

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 Knowledge in Crisis: The Podcast is by philosophers for the general public. We sit down with philosophers from a wide range of backgrounds to learn more about their research. This podcast is produced by the Knowledge in Crisis project, which is supported by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF) under the Clusters of Excellence programme (10.55776/COE3). We're a collaboration between the University of Graz, the University of Salzburg, and the University of Vienna, led by Central European University. Learn more at www.knowledgeincrisis.com.CC-BY-4.0 Philosophy Social Sciences
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  • E4 — Objectivity (with Sophie Veigl)

    E4 — Objectivity (with Sophie Veigl)
    Feb 19 2026
    In this episode, we ask whether academic philosophy is facing a crisis of knowledge — and what that might mean for science. What does objectivity really mean today? Is it a timeless ideal, or a set of established standards shaped by particular perspectives? If we all speak from our own positionality, can we ever be truly objective? Our guest Sophie Veigl (University of Vienna) explores the idea that science doesn’t deliver truth as a finished product, but operates as a process — one that is reliable, yet not without weaknesses. Could philosophy play a stronger role within the sciences, helping to address structural problems and shift the conversation away from abstract ideals like “pure objectivity” and toward a more honest engagement with positionality? Tune in for a conversation about knowledge, perspective, and whether rethinking objectivity might actually strengthen — rather than undermine — science. This episode was produced by Jason Means and edited by Anni Räty. Music by Tuomo Tiisala and Gregor Greslehner. Special thanks to Matt Dougherty, Gregor Greslehner and Sophie Veigl. Questions or comments? Write to kic@ceu.edu. Knowledge in Crisis: The Podcast is supported by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF) under the Clusters of Excellence programme (10.55776/COE3). Check out www.knowledgeincrisis.com to learn more.
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    27 mins
  • E3 — Emotions (with Juliette Vazard)

    E3 — Emotions (with Juliette Vazard)
    Jan 22 2026
    What do our emotions actually tell us about the world? In this episode, we explore emotions from a philosophical perspective—and why they matter for knowledge. Emotions are rapid evaluations of events around us, shaping what we notice, what we care about, and how we respond. They reveal what is important to us and offer a form of evaluative knowledge about the world and ourselves. But emotions are not infallible. As our first responses, they can mislead; they need to be checked against reflection and other forms of feedback. By examining how emotions connect to perception, judgment, and attention, we ask: what can emotions really reveal about our reality—and how do they shape the way we understand it? 🎧 Listen to our latest episode and subscribe to our podcast to listen to more topics about philosophy and the world. This episode was produced by Jason Means and edited by Anni Räty. Music by Tuomo Tiisala and Gregor Greslehner. Special thanks to Matt Dougherty, Cathy Mason, and Juliette Vazard. Please note: At the time of recording, Juliette Vazard was a Postdoctoral Researcher at Central European University. She is currently a Senior Teaching and Research Assistant at University of Zürich. Questions or comments? Write to kic@ceu.edu. Knowledge in Crisis: The Podcast is supported by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF) under the Clusters of Excellence programme (10.55776/COE3). Check out www.knowledgeincrisis.com to learn more.
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    28 mins
  • E2 — Attention (with Cathy Mason and Paulina Sliwa)

    E2 — Attention (with Cathy Mason and Paulina Sliwa)
    Dec 18 2025
    What do we give our attention to—and why does it matter? Our second episode explores attention from moral, political, philosophical and personal dimensions. Elusive and ever-shifting, attention shapes what we notice—but also what we miss. From propaganda and distractions to the difference between "loving" and "irritating" attention in our relationships, philosophers Cathy Mason, Paulina Sliwa, and Juliette Vazard take us through the importance of attention in our lives, how it shapes the world around us, and asking: "What happens when we start to examine our own patterns of attention?" This episode was produced by Jason Means and edited by Anni Räty. Music by Tuomo Tiisala and Gregor Greslehner. Special thanks to Cathy Mason, Paulina Sliwa, and Juliette Vazard. Please note: At the time of recording, Juliette Vazard was a Postdoctoral Researcher at Central European University. She is currently a Senior Teaching and Research Assistant at University of Zürich. Questions or comments? Write to kic@ceu.edu. Knowledge in Crisis: The Podcast is supported by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF) under the Clusters of Excellence programme (10.55776/COE3). Check out www.knowledgeincrisis.com to learn more.
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    27 mins
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