ResponsAbility - Dialogues on Practical Knowledge and Bildung in Professional Studies
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How can students and scholars in professional studies turn experience and ideas into practical knowledge and wisdom (phronesis)? How can critical and theoretical reflection on professional practice nurture practitioners' human development or Bildung, and help them develop the capacity to respond wisely in complex situations? How might world philosophies and intercultural dialogue inspire lived life and professional practice? With leading scholars as guests, hosts professors Michael Noah Weiss and Guro Hansen Helskog explore these questions at the intersection of philosophy, epistemology, education, and professional studies.
Episodes
- #30 Stephen Kemmis | Becoming Critical Practitioners
This episode features Stephen Kemmis, Professor Emeritus at Charles Sturt University, who discusses action research, its emancipatory potential, and the role of teachers as critical agents. The conversation also explores practical wisdom i…
- #29 Etienne & Bev Wenger-Trayner | Communities of Practice and Uncertainty-driven Learning
Etienne and Beverly Wenger-Trayner, experts in social learning theory, join the ResponsAbility Podcast to discuss communities of practice and learning as a social process. They explore how this approach challenges traditional education mod…
- #28 Bryan van Norden | Chinese Philosophy and Intercultural Dialogue
Philosopher Bryan van Norden joins the ResponsAbility Podcast to discuss the importance of intercultural philosophy, addressing Eurocentrism in academia and highlighting the relevance of Chinese philosophical traditions like Confucianism f…
- #27 Peter Adamson | Intercultural History of Philosophy
Philosopher Peter Adamson joins ResponsAbility to discuss his project "History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps." They explore integrating diverse traditions like European, Indian, and Chinese philosophy, including women philosophers, and di…
- #26 Lydia Amir | Transformative Philosophy and the Philosophy of Humor
This episode features Lydia Amir discussing transformative philosophy, the philosophy of humor, and the role of philosophical practice in professional education. Sandra Radinger joins to share perspectives from her work in philosophical pr…
- #25 Donna Thomas | Researching extraordinary experiences with children
Dr. Donna Thomas shares her research on children's extraordinary and extrasensory experiences, highlighting the use of creative methods to understand these phenomena and their implications for human development and wellbeing.
- #24 Rupert Sheldrake | Re-enchanting Science and Nature
This episode features biologist Rupert Sheldrake discussing his research on morphic fields, telepathy in humans and animals, and the "Science Delusion." The conversation covers spiritual practices like meditation and pilgrimage, and how sc…
- #23 Nancy Sherman | Stoic Wisdom and the Soul of Moral Life
This episode features philosopher Nancy Sherman discussing Stoic wisdom and its connection to Aristotle, exploring concepts like resilience, character formation, and moral self-knowledge. The conversation bridges ancient ethics with contem…
- #22 Peter Singer | Utilitarian and Buddhist Ethics
This episode features philosopher Peter Singer discussing his career, works like "Animal Liberation", and his book "The Buddhist and the Ethicist". He explores the dialogue between Western utilitarian ethics and engaged Buddhism, focusing…
- #21 Tone Kvernbekk | Evidence-based Practice?
This episode features Tone Kvernbekk, Professor of Education at the University of Oslo, discussing evidence-based practice in education. Kvernbekk explores the role of theory, causality, context, and judgment in teacher reasoning, emphasiz…
- #20 Lou Marinoff | The Practical Power of Philosophy - in Education, Professions and Life
Philosopher Lou Marinoff discusses his career, the P4/PEACE framework, and the role of philosophy in higher education, professional life, and conflict resolution. This episode explores themes including Daoism, spirituality, and works such…
- #19 Nicola Ulibarri | Creativity in Research
In this episode of the ResponsAbility Podcast, Nicola Ulibarri shares insights from her book "Creativity in Research," discussing how mindfulness, emotional intuition, structured exercises, and collaboration can foster creativity in academ…
- #18 Lars Løvlie | Philosophy of Bildung and Pedagogy
Professor Lars Løvlie discusses the philosophy of education, focusing on the concepts of Bildung, respect, recognition, and play. The conversation explores pedagogical approaches, a critique of standardized reforms, and the role of the aca…
- #17 Ambrogio Bongiovanni | Interfaith Dialogue
This episode features Professor Ambrogio Bongiovanni discussing the transformative role of dialogue in education, peace-building, and global responsibility. The conversation explores cultivating a pedagogy of dialogue, nonviolence, spiritu…
- #16 Alfried Längle & Eva Maria Waibel | Existential Pedagogy and Existential Analysis
Prof. Alfried Längle and Prof. Eva Maria Waibel discuss existential pedagogy and analysis, drawing from Viktor Frankl's work. They explore how these principles apply to education and therapy, focusing on meaning, presence, and responsibili…
- #15 Carol Gilligan | Democracy - The Opposite of Patriarchy
This episode features Professor Carol Gilligan, discussing her seminal work "In a Different Voice," the ethics of care, and the abortion study that inspired it. They also delve into embodied knowledge, the resurgence of patriarchy, and the…
- #14 Helgard Mahrdt | Hannah Arendt and the Double Responsibility of Educators
This episode features Dr. Helgard Mahrdt discussing Hannah Arendt's insights on education, judgment, and the dual responsibility of educators to both the child and the world. The conversation also touches upon navigating alienation, tradit…
- #13 Monika Ardelt | How can you measure wisdom?
Wisdom researcher Monika Ardelt explains her Three-Dimensional Wisdom Scale and discusses how wisdom can be cultivated throughout life, exploring its connections to well-being, resilience, meaning-making, spirituality, and responsibility.
- #12 Bernadette Flanagan | Why Spirituality and Contemplative Studies Matter for Today's Professionals
This episode features Bernadette Flanagan, discussing how spirituality and contemplative practices foster reflection, resilience, and ethical responsibility in professions like education and healthcare. It explores research methodologies a…
- #11 Shaun Gallagher | On Astronauts in Awe, Phenomenology & Self-knowledge
This episode features Shaun Gallagher discussing his neurophenomenological research on astronauts' experiences of awe. He explains phenomenology, the value of the first-person perspective in research, and how awe and self-knowledge can fos…
- #10 Martha C. Nussbaum | Not for Profit - The Silent Crisis in Higher Education
Philosopher Martha C. Nussbaum discusses the silent crisis in higher education and why democracy needs the humanities, exploring Socratic pedagogy, the cultivation of imagination, and the relevance of liberal education in professional stud…
- #9 Hilary Bradbury | Action Research, Dialogue and Spirituality
This episode features Hilary Bradbury, a key figure in action research, discussing its epistemological features, the role of dialogue, and its potential for transformation amidst the climate crisis. The conversation also touches upon spiri…
- #8 John Hattie | Visible Learning and Intentional Alignment – Purposes and Problems
This episode features education expert John Hattie, who explains his Visible Learning approach, addresses criticisms, and discusses the concept of intentional alignment. Hattie also advocates for a shift in educational perspective from aut…
- #7 James McGuirk | The Wise Practitioner
Professor James McGuirk explains the concept of the "wise practitioner" and how students in professional studies can cultivate this quality. The episode delves into Aristotle's three forms of knowledge and the legitimacy of using personal…
- #6 Cheryl Hunt | Reflective Practice and Spirituality
Cheryl Hunt, an expert on spirituality and reflective practice, details the historical development of Reflective Practice and explores its relationship with spirituality, authenticity, and meaning-making in professional contexts. The episo…
- #5 Finn Thorbjørn Hansen | Wonder-based Research and Learning to Stand in the Open
Finn Thorbjørn Hansen, professor of applied philosophy, explores wonder as a key dimension in higher education and professional studies. He introduces wonder-based research and the concept of philosophical literacy, emphasizing the importa…
- #4 Catrine Torbjørnsen Halås | Practical Knowledge and Practice Research
Professor Catrine Torbjørnsen Halås explores the relevance of practice research for professional studies, detailing the nature of practical knowledge, various research methodologies, and the legitimacy of using personal experience as a fou…
- #3 Anders Lindseth | Bildung and Reflective Practice Research
Professor emeritus Anders Lindseth discusses the role of Bildung in higher education and the Center for Practical Knowledge's approach to Reflective Practice Research. The conversation explores the phenomenological and hermeneutic roots of…
- #2 Steen Nepper Larsen | Bildung and the Purposes of Education
This podcast episode features Steen Nepper Larsen discussing his critique of John Hattie's Visible Learning approach and elaborating on the concept of Bildung, differentiating it from education. Larsen also examines the pressures on Bildun…
- #1 Gert Biesta | Virtuosity in Professional Studies?
This episode features Professor Gert Biesta, discussing his views on education. Biesta critiques the shift from teaching to learning, advocating for a world-centered approach. He emphasizes the necessity of developing practical wisdom (phr…