About this episode
This episode explores the philosophical contributions of Charles Peirce in the context of 19th century America.
In the soft folds of 19th century America, beneath the starry cloak of industrial change and scientific discovery, Charles Peirce wove the intricate tapestry of his philosophical thoughts. As he threaded the needle of pragmatism through the fabric of a society reborn from the ashes of civil strife, he found beauty in the practical, connecting ideas to their tangible impacts on the everyday world. Alongside, his profound dive into semiotics explored the delicate interplay of signs and symbols, opening windows into human understanding. Tonight, let us drift into Peirces reflective journey, where the echoes of a transformative era gently guide us to the realms of sleep, enshrined with wisdom and whispers of the past.This episode is hosted by Jessica Morgan. Check out more of our shows and get your free trial of Whisper Premium: www.whisper.fm Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/channel/whisper-fm/id6466174594 Whisper.fm on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whisper_fm
People in this episode
Host: Jessica Morgan
Topics covered
- pragmatism
- semiotics
- 19th century philosophy
- industrial change
- human understanding
Keywords
- Charles Peirce
- pragmatism
- semiotics
- 19th century
- philosophy
- industrial change
- human understanding
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