
Within Reason
For the curious.A philosophy podcast that sometimes flirts with other disciplines, Within Reason has featured guests including Richard Dawkins, Douglas Murray, William Lane Craig, Peter Singer, Konstantin Kisin, and Neil...
AI overview.Alex J O'Connor is an independent podcast creator known for his thought-provoking discussions that bridge philosophy with various other disciplines. His ability…
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On the show
- Nate Soares1 ep
- Anil Seth1 ep
- John Lennox1 ep
Also: Galen Strawson, Philip Pullman, Graham Tomlin, Thomas Metzinger, Matthew Cobb, Adam Aleksic, Sam Harris, Jonny Thomson, Tommy Edison, Simon Critchley, Adam Neely, Chris Hadfield, Robert Lawrence Kuhn, John Sellars, Keith Frankish
Audience Interest
- philosophy discussions
- cultural insights
Podcast Focus
- philosophy and society
- interdisciplinary topics
Publishing Consistency
- 148 episodes produced
- active for 7 years
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- 🇺🇸United States · PhilosophyHOME#1292K to 489K
- 🇬🇧United Kingdom · Philosophy#329K to 152K
- 🇧🇷Brazil · Philosophy#98.0K to 42K
- 🇨🇦Canada · Philosophy#105.3K to 28K
- 🇩🇪Germany · Philosophy#134.1K to 22K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
168K to 888K🎙 ~2x weekly·148 episodes·Last published 1w ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
336K to 1.8M🇺🇸55%🇬🇧17%🇧🇷5%+14 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
185K to 977K7.3K real followers tracked across platforms
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 10/18/26 | #167 There is No Ultimate Reality - Carlo Rovelli | Get all sides of every story and be better informed at https://ground.news/AlexOC - subscribe for 40% off unlimited access.Come to my North American tour this November: https://www.alexoconnor.com/p/tour.For early, ad-free access to videos, and to support the channel, subscribe to my Substack.Carlo Rovelli, an Italian theoretical physicist, is known mainly for his contributions to research in the field of quantum gravity. He is a found of loop quantum gravity, and writes extensively on the physics and philosophy of time, quantum mechanics, and ultimate reality.Get On the Equality of All Things: Lessons on Physics and Philosophy. Timestamps:0:00 - Tour0:28 - The Ongoing Revolution in Science3:59 - Interpreting the Quantum World17:22 - Can a Person Be in Superposition?27:23 - Everything is Relative32:01 - The Relational Interpretation of Quantum Mechanics42:27 - Are Quantum Objects Actually There?51:53 - Is There a Smallness Bias?01:07:15 - Is Reality Grounded?01:13:44 - Does Relativism Kill Morality?01:22:42 - Buddhism and Quantum MechanicsConnect:My Website: https://www.alexoconnor.comTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/cosmicskepticFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/cosmicskepticInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/cosmicskepticTikTok: @CosmicSkepticThe Within Reason Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/16wUbvDT95dxzpG2KEhakK?si=3196e07690bb489dBusiness email: [email protected] enquiries: [email protected] | 1h 38m 46s | ||||||
| 9/27/26 | #166 Are Plants Conscious? - Michael Pollan | Get all sides of every story and be better informed at https://ground.news/AlexOC - subscribe for 40% off unlimited access.Come to my North American tour this November: https://www.alexoconnor.com/p/tour.For early, ad-free access to videos, and to support the channel, subscribe to my Substack: https://www.alexoconnor.com.Michael Pollan is an American journalist and the first Lewis K. Chan Arts Lecturer at Harvard University.Get A World Appears: A Journey Into Consciousness.TIMESTAMPS:(0:00) North America Tour(0:20) The Solar Eclipse(2:56) What Is It Like To Be A Plant?(14:52) Are Neurons Overrated?(19:15) Is This All Complete Nonsense?(20:59) The Strange Behaviour of Plants(26:37) Consciousness by Negation(37:31) Does Matter Or Consciousness Come First?(44:09) What Do Humans Have That Plants Don’t?(54:25) Do Plants Feel Pain?(56:52) Is Feeling the Basis of Consciousness?(01:06:45) Is Consciousness Falsifiable?(01:17:41) Where Does Awareness Come From?(01:22:15) Are Psychedelic Experiences Real?(01:24:59) What is Everybody Getting Wrong About Consciousness?CONNECT:My Website YouTubeInstagramTikTokTwitterFacebookCONTACT:Business email: [email protected] enquiries: [email protected] | 1h 29m 13s | ||||||
| 8/31/26 | #165 Buddhist Emptiness Explained - Jan Westerhoff | Get all sides of every story and be better informed at https://ground.news/AlexOC - subscribe for 40% off unlimited access.Come to my North American tour this November: https://www.alexoconnor.com/p/tour.Jan Westerhoff is a German philosopher and orientalist with specific interests in metaphysics and the philosophy of language. He is currently Professor of Buddhist Philosophy in the Faculty of Theology and Religion of the University of Oxford.Get Jan Westerhoff's books here.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Nāgārjuna, The “Second Buddha”6:03 The Middle Way9:16 Ontological Nihilism20:00 Are Madhyamaka Buddhists Nihilists?38:56 How Emptiness Escapes Causal Arguments for God45:40 Preempting Immanuel Kant?50:37 Emptiness1:10:07 How to Escape Suffering1:16:54 Visualising Emptiness1:20:30 Is Consciousness Empty?1:34:28 Reality Without SubstanceCONNECT:My Website: https://www.alexoconnor.comTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/cosmicskepticFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/cosmicskepticInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/cosmicskepticTikTok: @CosmicSkepticThe Within Reason Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/16wUbvDT95dxzpG2KEhakK?si=3196e07690bb489dCONTACT:Business email: [email protected] enquiries: [email protected] | 1h 44m 20s | ||||||
| 8/9/26 | #164 The Chosen Creator: Putting Words in Jesus' Mouth? | Get Huel today with this exclusive offer for New Customers of 15% OFF with code alexoconnor at https://huel.com/alexoconnor (Minimum $50 purchase).For early, ad-free access to videos, and to support the channel, subscribe to my Substack: https://www.alexoconnor.com.Dallas Jenkins is an American film and television director, writer and producer. He is best known as the creator, director, co-writer and executive producer of The Chosen, the first multi-season series about the life of Jesus of Nazareth. LINKS:Watch the trailer for season six of The Chosen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nymMxV88QyY&feature=youtu.beSeason six premieres November 15th on Prime Video, with three episodes at launch and new episodes weekly through December 6th. And the story doesn't end on streaming — the season finale arrives as a feature film, exclusively in theaters, on March 12th, 2027.Follow The Chosen:https://www.thechosen.tv/en-ushttps://www.instagram.com/thechosentvseries/https://www.tiktok.com/@thechosentv?lang=enhttps://www.facebook.com/InsideTheChosenhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheChosenSeriesFollow Dallas: https://www.facebook.com/DallasJenkinsOfficialhttps://www.instagram.com/dallas.jenkins/https://www.youtube.com/@DallasJenkinsOfficial TIMESTAMPS:(00:21) What is The Chosen’s Purpose?(04:01) Is It Appropriate to Embellish the Story of Jesus?(14:05) Harmonising the Gospel Accounts(36:40) Do Actors Sometimes Theologically Disagree?(48:02) Controversial Additions to the Show(56:14) Why Didn’t Jesus Heal Little James?(01:14:47) Depicting Judas Iscariot(01:33:25) The Women of The Chosen(01:40:37) Stories Left Out of the Show(01:46:58) Watching The Chosen As an AgnosticCONNECT:My Website: https://www.alexoconnor.comTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/cosmicskepticFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/cosmicskepticInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/cosmicskepticTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cosmicskepticBusiness email: [email protected] enquiries: [email protected] | 2h 14m 58s | ||||||
| 7/31/26 | #163 Religion is an Obligation - Ross Douthat | Get all sides of every story and be better informed at https://ground.news/AlexOC - subscribe for 40% off unlimited access.For early, ad-free access to videos, and to support the channel, subscribe to my Substack: https://www.alexoconnor.com.VIDEO NOTES:Ross Douthat is an American journalist who is a correspondent for the CBS News program 60 Minutes. Prior to joining CBS, he was a conservative columnist at The New York Times, a senior editor at The Atlantic, and film critic for National Review. He has written on religion, politics, and society.Get "Believe: Why Everyone Should Be Religious": https://amzn.to/4fw2bIJTIMESTAMPS:(0:00) Is Religious Belief An Obligation?(17:44) Pantheism vs Theism(23:35) The Connection Between Mind and Universe(43:32) The Fine-Tuning Argument(49:18) The Problem of Evil(1:06:26) Is Belief in God Enough?(1:20:53) Animal Suffering(1:34:37) Is Heaven Hierarchical?CONNECT:My Website YouTubeInstagramTikTokTwitterFacebookCONTACT:Business email: [email protected] enquiries: [email protected] | 1h 48m 33s | ||||||
| 7/30/26 | #162 Two Million Subscriber QnA | Get Huel today with this exclusive offer for New Customers of 15% OFF with code alexoconnor at https://huel.com/alexoconnor (Minimum $50 purchase).For early, ad-free access to videos, and to support the channel, subscribe to my Substack. TIMESTAMPS:(0:00) – Intro(0:18) – My YouTube Watch History(01:33) – What Do I Want to Be Remember For?(10:13) – Will I Do a PhD?(13:06) – Warzone(13:28) – How Many Philosophers Does It Take to Screw in a Light Bulb?(14:14) – My Music Channel(14:30) – My Career if I Wasn't a YouTuber(15:49) – Things I Struggle With(17:58) – Favourite Beatles Song?(19:20) – Daily Life and Episode Prep(23:09) – Favourite Debate?(27:17) – Which Country Do I Want to Visit?(27:30) – Which Country Do I Never Want to Visit?(28:09) – Which Person from History Would I Want to Talk To?(31:47) – Who Am I a Fan Of?(32:18) – Favourite Sport and Club?(39:25) – Favourite Dish and Beverage?(40:23) – What Is One Thing You Regret? - CONNECTMy Website: https://www.alexoconnor.comSOCIAL LINKS:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/cosmicskepticFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/cosmicskepticInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/cosmicskepticTikTok: @CosmicSkepticThe Within Reason Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/16wUbvDT95dxzpG2KEhakK?si=3196e07690bb489d - CONTACTBusiness email: [email protected] enquiries: [email protected] | 51m 06s | ||||||
| 7/15/26 | space explorationpsychological challenges+3 | Chris Hadfield | Final Orbit | — | space travelastronaut+5 | Huelalexoconnor | 57m 00s | ||
| 7/2/26 | consciousnessphilosophy+5 | Robert Lawrence Kuhn | PBSCloserToTruthTV+3 | — | consciousnessmaterialism+5 | — | 2h 20m 22s | ||
| 6/25/26 | Aristotlephilosophy+4 | John Sellars | Royal Holloway, University of LondonKing's College London+4 | — | Aristotlephilosophy+7 | Huelalexoconnor | 1h 24m 29s | ||
| 6/18/26 | consciousnessillusionism+4 | Keith Frankish | Mind ChatSubstack+1 | — | consciousnessillusionism+5 | — | 2h 07m 10s | ||
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| 5/4/26 | HappinessEpicureanism+4 | Jonny Thomson | PhilosophyMinisBritish Philosophy Association+2 | — | EpicureanismHappiness+5 | — | 1h 48m 33s | ||
| 4/26/26 | AI alignmentexistential risk+4 | Nate Soares | If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies: Why Superhuman AI Would Kill Us AllMachine Intelligence Research Institute | — | AIsuperintelligence+5 | — | 1h 35m 13s | ||
| 4/20/26 | AI consciousnessneuroscience+5 | Anil Seth | University of SussexThe Mythology of Conscious AI | — | AIconsciousness+5 | Huelalexoconnor | 1h 41m 50s | ||
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| 3/18/26 | pure consciousnessphilosophy of mind+4 | Thomas Metzinger | University of MainzThe Elephant and the Blind: The Experience of Pure Consciousness: Philosophy, Science, and 500+ Experiential Reports | — | pure consciousnessmeditation+5 | Huelalexoconnor | 2h 03m 28s | ||
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| 2/16/26 | #143 Hinduism, Consciousness and Advaita Vedanta - Swami Sarvapriyananda | Get Huel today with this exclusive offer for New Customers of 15% OFF with code alexoconnor at https://huel.com/alexoconnor (Minimum $50 purchase).For early, ad-free access to videos, and to support the channel, subscribe to my Substack: https://www.alexoconnor.com.Swami Sarvapriyananda is a Hindu monk belonging to the Ramakrishna Order. He is the current resident Swami and Minister in Charge, of the Vedanta Society of New York.TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) Tour(00:32) An Intro to Hinduism and Advaita Vedanta(14:31) What Are the Upanishads(22:08) Where Do the Vedas (Scripture) Come From?(29:02) What Does “Upanishad” Mean?(34:36) What Do the Upanishads Teach Us?(47:07) What Is Brahman, or Ultimate Existence?(1:02:52) What Is the True Nature of Consciousness?(1:08:15) Non-Dualism in Advaita Vedanta(1:18:34) Why Isn’t There Just One Big Consciousness?(1:29:06) What Is the Self?(1:36:30) Are Brahman and Atman the Same Thing?(1:45:25) What Does ‘God’ Mean in Hinduism?(1:49:07) Does Hinduism Believe Other Religions Are Incorrect?CONNECTMy Website: https://www.alexoconnor.comSOCIAL LINKSTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/cosmicskepticFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/cosmicskepticInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/cosmicskepticTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cosmicskepticCONTACTBusiness email: [email protected] enquiries: [email protected] | 1h 55m 22s | ||||||
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Alex J O'Connor is an independent podcast creator known for his thought-provoking discussions that bridge philosophy with various other disciplines. His ability to engage with influential figures, such as Richard Dawkins and Neil deGrasse Tyson, establishes him as a prominent voice in the podcasting landscape. "Within Reason" stands out for its unique blend of philosophical inquiry and cultural commentary, often inviting guests from diverse backgrounds to explore complex societal issues. With a format that encourages deep dialogue, the podcast delves into topics like ethics, science, and human behavior, appealing to those seeking intellectual engagement. The show's audience comprises curious minds eager for insight into philosophical concepts and contemporary societal debates. Listeners value the rich, nuanced conversations that challenge their perspectives and stimulate critical thinking, making "Within Reason" a significant resource in the realm of philosophy and culture.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 2.0M
- Total plays: 435M
- Total reviews: 1.6K
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 81
Castbox
- Followers: 4.7K
- Plays: 194K
- Reviews: 1
YouTube
- Subscribers: 2.0M
- Views: 435M
- Videos: 615
Podcast App
- Followers: 1.6K
- Reviews: 1.6K
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 914
- Reviews: 5
Key insights
What the show covers
- philosophy and society
- interdisciplinary topics
- guest interviews
- critical thinking
Audience interests
- philosophy discussions
- cultural insights
- scientific exploration
- ethical debates
Platform reach
- no platforms detected
- unknown distribution
- limited visibility
- potential for growth
Publishing consistency
- 148 episodes produced
- active for 7 years
- weekly release schedule
- consistent content delivery
Chart history for Within Reason
Peaked at #3 in United Kingdom, top 10 in 13 of 50 tracked markets, currently #3 in United Kingdom.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| CO | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| South Africa | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| Norway | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| Denmark | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| Finland | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| RO | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| AR | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| IS | — | #7 | #7 | — |
| Sweden | — | #9 | #9 | — |
| Brazil | — | #9 | #9 | — |
| Canada | — | #10 | #10 | — |
| CH | — | #10 | #10 | — |
| ID | — | #11 | #11 | — |
| PE | — | #11 | #11 | — |
| United States | — | #12 | #12 | — |
| Australia | — | #12 | #12 | — |
| Germany | — | #13 | #13 | — |
| PH | — | #13 | #13 | — |
| CZ | — | #14 | #14 | — |
Chart Positions
50 placements across 48 markets.
Chart Positions
50 placements across 48 markets.