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Encore: The Philosophy of Star Wars. Eastern Wisdom, Attachment, and the Search for Happiness
Apr 30, 2026
47m 56s
The Slow Death of Local News and Its Impact on Critical Thinking
Apr 15, 2026
41m 14s
The Sex Recession Is Real: A Sex Coach Explains How to Find Your Way Back to Intimacy
Mar 31, 2026
27m 06s
Your Phone Is Watching You: Privacy, Surveillance, and the Law with Prof. Andrew Guthrie Ferguson
Mar 21, 2026
44m 57s
How To Be Mindful about our Brains: Brain Surgery, Free Will, and the Illusion of Mind?
Mar 1, 2026
58m 39s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 4/30/26 | ![]() Encore: The Philosophy of Star Wars. Eastern Wisdom, Attachment, and the Search for Happiness✨ | Eastern philosophyhappiness+5 | Professor Noble | Star WarsOne With The Force: 18 Universal Truths in Star Wars | — | Star WarsEastern philosophy+8 | — | 47m 56s | |
| 4/15/26 | The Slow Death of Local News and Its Impact on Critical Thinking✨ | local newsjournalism+4 | Liz Farmer | Good Is In The Detailslocal journalism+3 | democracypublic policy+2 | local journalismcritical thinking+5 | — | 41m 14s | |
| 3/31/26 | The Sex Recession Is Real: A Sex Coach Explains How to Find Your Way Back to Intimacy✨ | sex recessionintimacy+4 | Xanet Pailet | Living an Orgasmic Life: Heal Yourself and Awaken Your Pleasure | — | sex recessionintimacy+5 | — | 27m 06s | |
| 3/21/26 | Your Phone Is Watching You: Privacy, Surveillance, and the Law with Prof. Andrew Guthrie Ferguson✨ | privacysurveillance+4 | Andrew Guthrie Ferguson | George Washington UniversityNYU Press+1 | — | smartphonedata privacy+5 | — | 44m 57s | |
| 3/1/26 | How To Be Mindful about our Brains: Brain Surgery, Free Will, and the Illusion of Mind?✨ | neurosciencephilosophy+5 | Dr. Theodore Schwartz | Gray Matters: A Biography of Brain SurgeryStar Trek+2 | — | brain surgeryfree will+6 | — | 58m 39s | |
| 2/20/26 | Introduction to Philosophy and Critical Thinking: Bill Tomlinson on Reasoning, Paradox, and AI as a Tool for Thinking✨ | philosophycritical thinking+5 | Bill Tomlinson | Dialogues with Artificial Intelligence: On the Tools of Philosophy | — | critical thinkingphilosophy+6 | — | 37m 03s | |
| 2/2/26 | Thinking Clearly When Everything Feels Heavy: A Conversation on Media, Bias, and Context✨ | mediabias+4 | — | ICE | Minnesota | critical thinkingmedia bias+5 | — | 31m 28s | |
| 1/28/26 | Revisiting The Challenger Space Shuttle Disaster✨ | engineering ethicspublic trust+3 | Phil Rosenkrantz | — | — | Challenger disasterO-ring failure+5 | — | 40m 07s | |
| 1/15/26 | Everyday Philosophy and Wisdom from the Aztecs✨ | Aztec philosophyethics+5 | Sebastian Purcell | The Wisdom of the AztecsThe Outward Path+1 | — | Aztec ethicsAristotle+5 | — | 46m 58s | |
| 12/29/25 | Socrates, Wisdom, and Thinking Critically: Philosophy for Everyday Life✨ | Socrateswisdom+4 | — | PatreonPhilosophy Unplugged+2 | — | Socrateswisdom+5 | — | 15m 06s | |
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| 12/16/25 | ![]() Arts Education, Community, and Creativity | Gwendolyn and Rudy welcome founder/president of Leaders of Tomorrow Youth Center, Dr. Dermell Brunson. In this episode we focus on the importance of the arts in education, how it contributes to creative skills, connection with community, and self-esteem. Dr. Brunson debunks the myth that the arts are tangential to a good education. Quite the opposite! Students learn the value of discipline through the process of artistic expression and this paves the way for improved mental health and career opportunities. We address several common questions like: How does arts education benefit children? Is arts education linked to academic success? What skills do students learn from arts? How do the arts support social and emotional learning? Learn more about Dermell's work: https://www.ltyc.net/our-history Get your copy of Philosophy Unplugged: Classroom Guide to Good Is In The Details. Philosophy Podcast Discussion Questions Get in touch: https://www.goodisinthedetails.com Join our Book Club on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/GoodIsInTheDetails Get your copy of Interview with Intention. | — | ||||||
| 11/30/25 | ![]() The Problem With Self-Help: Critical Psychology, Philosophy, and the Real Causes of Distress | Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo welcome Psychology Professor Dr. Bruno De Oliveira to unpack the real problems with the modern self-help industry. Why does self-help culture thrive despite offering oversimplified advice? How does it ignore the structural forces that shape mental distress? And what does evidence-based psychology actually say about wellbeing? We discuss the rise of pseudo-psychology, the limits of mindset-based advice, and how institutional practices, social inequality, and lived experiences contribute to mental distress. A thoughtful conversation for listeners interested in critical psychology, philosophy, ethics, and the science behind wellbeing. Drawing from critical community psychology, critical realism, and interdisciplinary research, Dr. De Oliveira explores how institutional practices, social inequality, and lived experiences, especially among those facing homelessness or welfare systems, challenge the myth that personal mindset alone determines success. We examine: limits of positive thinking, pseudo-psychology in the self-help space, the wellness industry vs. scientific psychology, how social economics shape mental distress, and why individualistic advice often fails marginalized communities. Learn more about Dr. Bruno: https://www.chi.ac.uk/people/dr-bruno-de-oliveira/ Get Dr. Bruno's Book: The Self Help Industry: Is The Self-Help Industry Really Helping or Are We Being Mislead? Interview like a Pro! Get Dr. Dolske's book for podcasters: Interview With Intention Join our Patreon and get extra GIID + a copy of Philosophy Unplugged when you join the 2nd tier Get in touch: https://www.goodisinthedetails.com. | — | ||||||
| 11/13/25 | ![]() Biography, History, and Philosophy: Iris Murdoch, Elizabeth Anscombe, Philippa Foot, & Mary Midgley | In this solo episode of Good Is In The Details, Gwendolyn Dolske, PhD explores the lives, ideas, and philosophical impact of four remarkable twentieth-century thinkers: Iris Murdoch, Elizabeth Anscombe, Philippa Foot, and Mary Midgley. Drawing inspiration from Benjamin J.B. Lipscomb's The Women Are Up To Something, the episode examines how these philosophers reshaped modern moral philosophy and offered a powerful alternative to earlier approaches to ethics. Who were these four women philosophers, and why are they so influential in the history of philosophy? How did they challenge dominant ethical theories of their time? What is virtue ethics, and how does it differ from rule-based morality? Through biography, history, and philosophical reflection, this episode answers these commonly asked questions while revealing how Murdoch, Anscombe, Foot, and Midgley transformed the way we think about ethics, moral responsibility, character, and human life. Listeners will explore: the philosophical relationship between Murdoch, Anscombe, Foot, and Midgley how twentieth-century moral philosophy shifted away from strict rule-based ethics what virtue ethics is and why it remains influential today how biography and historical context shaped their philosophical ideas why these women were pivotal figures in a traditionally male-dominated field Blending history, philosophy, and accessible explanation, this episode makes complex ethical ideas understandable and meaningful for students, educators, and curious listeners alike. Whether you are new to philosophy or deeply interested in ethics, this discussion offers insight into how moral thinking evolved — and why these thinkers continue to matter today. Learn more about Professor Libscomb's work: https://www.houghton.edu/staff-members/benjamin-lipscomb/ Support the pod and get extra content: https://www.patreon.com/c/GoodIsInTheDetails Get in touch: https://www.goodisinthedetails.com | — | ||||||
| 10/28/25 | ![]() Encore: The Ethics of Sexbots | Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo talk with Professor Neil McArthur (University of Manitoba) about his work on the ethics of sexbots. Are sexbots the future of human connection or a threat to it? Explore the fascinating intersection of ethics, technology, and intimacy. Together, they unpack cultural anxieties, philosophical implications, and the surprising ways AI companions might actually be good for society. From the film Ex Machina to real-world robotics, this conversation examines what it means to be human when machines start to mimic love, emotion, and desire. Whether you're curious about AI ethics, the philosophy of technology, or how innovation challenges our moral compass, this episode invites you to think deeper. What you'll learn: Why fears around sexbots may be misplaced, how technology redefines intimacy and autonomy, and what philosophy teaches us about love, consent, and machine ethics. Follow GIID on Instagram: @GoodIsInTheDetailsPod Join our Patreon & support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/c/GoodIsInTheDetails | — | ||||||
| 10/16/25 | ![]() Artificial Intelligence, Free Will, and Consciousness | Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo invite Physicist Samir Varma (The Science of Free Will) to discuss how AI reveals our understanding of the classical philosophical debate: Free Will vs Determinism. What are the possibilities with AI and how can it be useful without disrupting our humanity? Are we purely material beings interacting with an "alien" intelligence? If all of our actions and thoughts are caused does that necessarily mean we are not free? Critical Thinking + Practical Philosophy + Science. Get Samir's book: The Science of Free Will. Join our Patreon for more Good Is In The Details and bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/c/GoodIsInTheDetails Subscribe to our Substack: https://giitd.substack.com Check out the pod's Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/GoodIsInTheDetails Pod music by Rich Balling. | — | ||||||
| 9/29/25 | ![]() The Human Experience and AI | Gwendolyn and Rudy welcome author of Human is the New Vinyl, Micah Voraritskul. How can the metaphor of vinyl help us understand our humanity? What can humans do that leave AI underwhelming? How should we interact with AI and keep our humanity in tact? Practical Philosophy and Critical Thinking is employed to appreciate the uniqueness of our being and the role of AI in our lives. Learn more about Micah and get his book: https://www.micahvoraritskul.com Thank you to Rich Balling for the pod music! Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/GoodIsInTheDetails Follow us on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/GoodIsInTheDetails | — | ||||||
| 9/17/25 | ![]() Individual Choices, Challenges, and Social Changes | Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo welcome philosophers Dr. Alex Madva and Dr. Daniel Kelly, co-authors of the book Somebody Should Do Something. Together, we explore one of social psychology's most famous concepts: the fundamental attribution error. How does misunderstanding human behavior, responsibility, and government investment lead us to the wrong solutions for the world's biggest problems? Why do we so often blame individuals instead of recognizing the systems, structures, and environments shaping their actions? And why do so many attempts at social change fail when they focus solely on individual choice rather than collective action? This episode examines: • The psychology behind blaming individuals • Why structural problems require structural solutions • How small choices and large systems interact • Practical ways to design meaningful, long-term social change • Why philosophical thinking matters for public policy and everyday life If you've ever wondered "How do we actually change society?", "Why do people behave the way they do?", or "Why do good solutions fail?", this conversation offers insight, clarity, and a fresh way to understand the complexity of social life. Perfect for listeners interested in philosophy, social psychology, bias, ethics, behavioral science, and critical thinking. Learn more about Dr. Madva and Dr. Kelly and get their book! Read Dr. Madva's OpEd in The NY Times: Guest Essay Join our Patreon for more GIID content: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails | — | ||||||
| 8/30/25 | ![]() Masculinity, Red Pill, & The Anger Economy | Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo explore the rise of Red Pill content, the "anger economy," and modern dating myths with guest Rafael Gomez, creator of the Women on Men podcast. We break down the narratives shaping online masculinity, why certain influencers profit from outrage, and how these messages impact real relationships. What exactly is Red Pill ideology? Why is it so effective at keeping audiences angry and engaged? And how do gender stereotypes, dating expectations, and the myth of the "alpha male" distort how men and women relate to one another? Together, we discuss: The psychology of the anger economy Misogyny and gender essentialism in Red Pill spaces Why outrage-based content keeps people hooked Modern masculinity and cultural expectations What women actually say they want in dating How critical thinking helps us navigate online gender narratives Strategies for healthier conversations around dating and relationships Perfect for listeners interested in gender studies, modern masculinity, psychology of online culture, philosophy, and critical analysis of social media narratives. Listen to Rafael's podcast: Women on Men Join Good Is In The Details on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/GoodIsInTheDetails Instagram: GoodIsInTheDetailsPod TikTok: ProfDolske Get your copy of Philosophy Unplugged. Thank you to our sponsor: http://www.avonmoreinc.com Pod music by Rich Balling. | — | ||||||
| 8/21/25 | ![]() Health, Influencers, and The Truth | Gwendolyn and Rudy welcome back friend, third time guest of the pod, expert in Fitness, Education for Sports Medicine, Rich Fahmy (National Academy of Sports Medicine). We dive into the world of influence, social media, and marketing tricks that intentionally mislead consumers. From our Critical Thinking tool box, Rich breaks down the importance of science based research for health and how we can distinguish truth from rhetoric. Learn more about Rich Fahmy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-fahmy/ Bioethicist mentioned in the Introduction: Evan Thornburg. Shoutout to our friend & podcast guru, Greg Wasserman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregwasserman/ Music for GIID by Rich Balling. Get more of GIID: https://www.patreon.com/c/GoodIsInTheDetails Thank you to our sponsor: http://www.avonmoreinc.com | — | ||||||
| 7/30/25 | ![]() The Paranormal, Ghosts, and Aliens | Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo welcome journalist Matthew Hongoltz-Hetling (The Ghost Lab). What does it mean to be in the paranormal space? How do we understand belief, religion, and spirits? What cultural and economic factors are considered when we examine mediums, Tarot, Ghost Hunters, and all things UFO? What does Rudy really think about aliens? Learn more about Matt's work and get his book: https://www.matt-hongoltzhetling.com Check out Rudy's Substack: https://thecommute.substack.com/?utm_medium=podcast Check out the pod's new Pinterest page! https://www.pinterest.com/GoodIsInTheDetails Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/GoodIsInTheDetails Thank you to our sponsor: http://www.avonmoreinc.com | — | ||||||
| 7/10/25 | ![]() Hidden History of Los Angeles: Mexican Repatriation, Immigration, and Forgotten Stories | What part of American history have we overlooked and why? In this episode of Good Is In The Details, we explore a lesser-known chapter of Los Angeles history: the mass deportation efforts of the 1930s that targeted Mexican and Mexican American communities. After attending a lecture by writer and professor Desiree Zamorano, Gwendolyn reflects on what it means to encounter a history you didn't know, and why these stories matter today. Zamorano's historical novel Dispossessed brings to life a period often left out of mainstream discussions of U.S. immigration and civil rights. Questions we explore in this episode: What was the Mexican Repatriation of the 1930s? Why is this part of California and U.S. history not widely discussed? How do historical narratives shape our understanding of immigration today? What can literature reveal that history books sometimes leave out? Why is it important to revisit overlooked or uncomfortable histories? This conversation connects history, immigration, and philosophy, inviting us to think more critically about collective memory, identity, and the stories that shape public understanding. If you're interested in: U.S. history and immigration, Los Angeles history, Mexican American experience, social justice and historical memory, philosophy and critical thinking, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Thank you to Rich Balling, the Rockstar Educator, for producing music for Good Is In The Details! Learn more about Desiree's novel Dispossessed: https://desireezamorano.com/dispossessed/ Get extra content and support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/c/GoodIsInTheDetails Deepen your knowledge of Philosophy with Philosophy Unplugged Thank you to our sponsor: http://www.avonmoreinc.com | — | ||||||
| 6/26/25 | ![]() Confidence and Presence | Gwendolyn welcomes owner of Master Your Presence and fellow podcaster, Kate Ziuz. In partnership with Modern Day Wife, Good Is In The Details brings you Business Details! Kate offers advice for women on how to speak and present themselves with confidence. What is presence? How do our gestures and attire impact our ability to communicate expertise? Learn concrete tips for your next presentation. Learn more about Kate's work: https://masteryourpresence.com Check out Gwendolyn's interview on Kate's podcast Confidence Secrets. Join our Patreon and get more out of GIID: https://www.patreon.com/c/GoodIsInTheDetails Thank you to our sponsor: http://www.avonmoreinc.com | — | ||||||
| 6/16/25 | ![]() Fatherhood, Masculinity, Generational Shifts | Gwendolyn and Rudy welcome back finance and relationship expert Brian Page of Modern Husbands. In honor of Father's Day we're diving into the meaning of fatherhood. How has the role changed? What should one prioritize as a father? How can stress be managed? What cultural dynamics impact ideas of fatherhood? Learn more about Brian Page's work: https://www.modernhusbands.com Get your copy of Philosophy Unplugged. Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/GoodIsInTheDetails Check out Matt Ritter's podcast: Man of the Year Thank you to our sponsor: http://www.avonmoreinc.com | — | ||||||
| 5/29/25 | ![]() Discretion, Laws, and Moral Questions | In this episode of Good Is In The Details, hosts Gwendolyn Dolske, PhD, and Rudy Salo are joined by philosopher, author, and Hi-Phi Nation host Barry Lam to explore one of the most enduring questions in ethics and public life: Can rules and laws ever fully capture moral reality? Drawing from Lam's book Fewer Rules, Better People, the conversation examines how moral decision-making often involves complexity, context, and human judgment beyond what legal systems can anticipate. When should we follow rules strictly, and when does moral discretion matter? How do individuals navigate situations where law, ethics, and real-world circumstances collide? Through engaging examples and accessible philosophical insight, this episode explores: the relationship between law and morality the role of discretion in ethical decision-making how context and human judgment shape moral responsibility why simple rules often fail in complex moral situations Blending philosophy, ethics, and real-world reflection, the discussion makes big ideas approachable without sacrificing depth. Whether you are a student, educator, lifelong learner, or simply curious about how we make moral decisions, this episode offers thoughtful tools for understanding justice, responsibility, and human behavior. Check out Professor Lam's podcast: https://hiphination.org Get your copy of Fewer Rules Better People: Amazon Get Philosophy Unplugged Discussion guide for Good Is In The Details. Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/GoodIsInTheDetails Thank you to our sponsor: http://www.avonmoreinc.com | — | ||||||
| 5/13/25 | ![]() Romantic Love, Attraction, and Asexuality | Can you fall deeply in love with someone without any sexual attraction? Philosophy says yes — and the answer changes everything we think we know about desire. Most of us were taught, implicitly or explicitly, that romantic love and sexual attraction are inseparable. This episode gently, rigorously dismantles that assumption, and in doing so, opens up a richer, more honest account of what love actually is. In this episode of Good Is In The Details, Gwendolyn Dolske sits down with two of the world's leading philosophers of love and intimacy: Luke Brunning, author of Romantic Agency (Polity Press, 2024) and co-director of the Centre for Love, Sex, and Relationships at the University of Leeds, and Natasha McKeever, his co-author and fellow philosopher at Leeds, with whom he also co-wrote the new textbook The Philosophy of Love, Sex, and Relationships: An Introduction (Polity, 2025). Together they co-authored the landmark peer-reviewed article "Asexuality" in the Journal of Applied Philosophy — and that article is the springboard for one of the most nuanced conversations this show has ever had. What we explore in this episode: What asexuality actually is — and what it definitively is not (it is clearly different from celibacy or disorders of desire, and the philosophy makes that case rigorously) Why sexual attraction and sexual desire are not the same thing and why that distinction matters enormously for how we understand ourselves and our relationships Asexuality as a spectrum: what gray-sexuality and demisexuality tell us about the full range of human attraction How asexual experiences are diverse; some asexual people have sex; some have romantic relationships in the complete absence of sex and what that reveals about what romantic love actually requires The myths and social erasures that harm asexual people and why overlooking asexuality in philosophy and wider society produces incomplete and inaccurate accounts of romantic life for everyone, not just asexual people What asexuality teaches us about the nature of attraction, desire, and intimacy more broadly — including for people who don't identify as asexual at all. Whether romantic relationships require sexual attraction and the philosophical arguments for why they don't. This is an episode for anyone who has ever questioned the standard scripts around love and desire, anyone who identifies anywhere on the asexual spectrum, anyone who loves someone who does, or anyone who simply wants to think more carefully and compassionately about what it means to be in relationship with another person. Guests: Luke Brunning — Philosopher, University of Leeds. Author of Romantic Agency (Polity, 2024). Co-director, Centre for Love, Sex, and Relationships. lukebrunning.com Natasha McKeever — Philosopher, University of Leeds. Co-author, The Philosophy of Love, Sex, and Relationships (Polity, 2025). Co-director, Centre for Love, Sex, and Relationships. Learn more about Dr. Brunning's and Dr. Mckeever's work: https://www.ethicaldatingonline.com/team Join our community and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/c/GoodIsInTheDetails Get Philosophy Unplugged: Discussion Questions Digital Copy on Amazon Contact us: https://www.goodisinthedetails.com Thank you to our sponsor: http://www.avonmoreinc.com | — | ||||||
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