But, Why Though?
A philosophy themed comedy podcast starring NYC comedian, Josh Carter and Brooklyn College Philosopher, Nayanci Lopez
Episodes
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Josh and Nayanci are joined by Nayanci's science professor/public health professional Isabel Rodriguez, and one of our favorite local NY comedians, Lucas Connolly. We talk about the state of mental health and addiction in our communities after COVID.
In this episode, we discuss the intricacies of cultural appropriation, what's acceptable and what's over the line, and if there is a line at all. We definitely have a heated conversation about hip hop and compare the differences between Eminem, Lil Dicky, Iggy Azalea and what they are each doing for the culture if anything at all. One of our favorites!
In this episode Nayanci and Josh are joined by comedian Ryan Long and professor Christina Weinbaum. They discuss the fine line between good comedy and hate speech among many other fun topics.
In this episode Nayanci asks comedians Myq Kaplan and Josh Carter along with Philosophy Professor and podcast host Dena Shottenkirk their interpretation of "The Allegory of The Cave" and how it may relate to our current society
In this episode Nayanci brings up the philosophy and ethics in war. Josh and guests; Larry Beyah (comedian/podcaster/veteran) give their points of view and Justin Steinberg (CUNY Philosophy/Ethics Professor) brings his academic perspective.
Nayanci and Josh are joined today by comedian and podcaster, Danny Lobell and philosophy professor and author Dr. Anna Gotlib. We are all over the place with interesting subjects this week as we talk about the death penalty, moral vs political stances, abortion and more!
This is one of our favorite episodes, Krystyna Hutchinson joins Josh and Nayanci and they talk about the philosophy of dreams, and sleepwalking, sleep paralysis including our own supernatural experiences (warning, it gets crazy).
Nayanci discusses Aristotles theories on relationships with comedians Dante Nero ("NBC's The Blacklist," Relationship Guru), Josh Carter and Brooklyn College Philosophy professor Christine Vitrano. They talk about all types of positive and negative friendships and relationships.
Nayanci asks comedians Josh Carter and Kurt Metzger about their opinions on topics relating to philosophy of religion, the conversation gets deep and they also end up talking about social politics.
Nayanci brings up various topics related to philosophy of sports no matter how controversial and comedians Josh Carter, Amarie Castillo and Alan Meehan dish on them.
Nayanci brings up Plato's Crito and poses the questions: Should we always follow the law? Are there immoral laws? Are there illegal actions that are moral? Comedians Josh Carter, Francisco Aldorando and Felicia Madison chop it up and bring their perspectives.
Nayanci and Josh are joined by businesman/entrepeneur and founder of Comedywire.com, Preston Gitlin and Comedian and Contributor to We The Internet, a libertarian comedy network, Boris Khaykin. We talk about Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged, and similar issues pertaining to current society.
Nayanci and Josh welcome SF State Ethnic Studies Philosophy Professor Larry Saloman and comedian and host of "In Hot Water" Geno Bisconte and they talk about philosopher Albert Camus' book "The Plague" and how it relates to Corona Virus in our society (recording date is July 1 2020)
Nayanci and Josh are joined by comedian Gastor Almonte (comedy special "Immigrant Made" on Amazon Prime, "This is Not Happening" on Comedy Central) and homeschool coach, Dan Louzonis and discuss John Holt's philosophies on learning/education and why traditional schooling may be a thing of the past.
Josh and Nayanci are joined by NY comedians Vanetta Schoefield & Haley Strong and they discuss issues such as defund the police and brainstorm solutions to some of the toughest issues the black community faces.
In this weeks episode we talk about property ownership, housing equality, #cancelrent, and Josh gives a tip to low-moderate income people on purchasing and OWNING your first single or multifamily property with no money down regardless of credit score!
Josh and Nayanci are joined by comedian and host of the podcast: Vox Celeste, Celeste Joseph Jennings and Brooklyn College Philosophy Professor and Philosopher, Matthew Lindauer. They discuss what's really going on in these protests, why some are violent and why rioting is happening in the first place - it's not what you think!
Josh and Nayanci are joined by Alex Carabano, comedian, star of HBO's "The Winners" and owner of V Spot Vegan Restaurant in Brooklyn and Hetty Diep, a personal trainer and nutrition coach based out of LA
Josh and Nayanci are joined by musicians: Reformed Whores, AlexXx P3 and Chulita Mija Sarah to discuss the Aristotle and Nietzche's philosophies of music. The discussion is followed by a listening party of each guest's newest hit.
Listening Party:
AlexXx P3 - No Love Allowed
Reformed Whores - Whorny
Chulita Mija Sarah - Hola Stranger (first 3 min)
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