Octagon of Reason: Recent Episodes
Kelton Giovanne Massinga
In striving for a better understanding of the world and ourselves, we must wrestle with the different ethical issues posed in our way, and reason is the only weapon in our arsenal that gives us a shot at victory. Step into the Octagon of Reason, and boldly, yet politely challenge the views of others, while humbly and openly allowing yours to be challenged as well.
My name is Kelton Giovanne Massinga and this is the Octagon of Reason.
The following is episode 5 of the Octagon of Reason, a deep dive into the ethics of affirmative action. Please, take some time to reflect on my words and give me your thoughts on it. I hope we can have an insightful conversation about this topic.
Brace yourselves!
The following is episode 3 of the Octagon of Reason, a conversation with Professor Rebecca Tuvel. Tuvel is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Rhodes College, who made headline news after publishing her highly controversial paper "In Defense of Transracialism" in 2017. Join us as we step into the Octagon of Reason to discuss the meaning of trans identities, whether is possible to change one's gender or race, and the societal implications that come from it.
You can read her aforementioned paper, and her other works here: https://www.rebeccatuvel.com/current-research
Brace yourselves!
The following is episode 3 of the Octagon of Reason, a conversation with Prof. Eric Sampson. Sampson is a Professor of Philosophy at Rhodes College with a PhD from The University of North Carolina. Find more about his work on http://www.erictsampson.com/. Brace yourselves!
In this episode, join me as I step into the Octagon of Reason to argue in favor of objective truth as the foundation for morality. Pick your side and let your ideas be heard in the comments below. I hope this helps you reflect on your own positionality on the nature of truth, and hopefully make you consider a different perspective or reassure the one you currently hold.
Brace yourself!
Professor Stephen Wirls is a Philosophy Professor at Rhodes College. With a career that spans almost four decades, he steps into the Octagon of Reason to defend how reason helps us gain a greater understanding of the world, ourselves, and even the question of God.
Professor Stephen Wirls is a Philosophy Professor at Rhodes College. With a career that spans almost four decades, he steps into the Octagon of Reason to defend how reason helps us gain a greater understanding of the world, ourselves, and even the question of God.