Best Simon Critchley Podcasts (2025)

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Nietzsche, the birth of tragedy, and the technology trap | Babette Babich 24:19

1d ago24:19

24:19

Nietzsche, the birth of tragedy, and the technology trap with Babette Babich Babette Babich discusses Nietzsche, the importance of tragedy, and the danger of technology interfering with our judgement. Babette Babich is a world renowned Professor of Philosophy at Fordham University in New York. In this in-depth interview, she looks to Nietzsche's Bi…

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Aberdeen Shock Celtic To Win The Scottish Cup & Livi Are Promoted | Keeping The Ball On The Ground 55:05

4d ago55:05

55:05

We've got an all-star line-up for the final podcast of the season as Si Ferry, Slaney, Andy Halliday, James McFadden and Derek Ferguson review the dramatic events of Saturday's Scottish Cup Final as Aberdeen shocked holders Celtic to win the trophy for the first time in 35 years! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Real Cost of Dismantling Public Eduction with former U.S. Secretary of Education, John B. King 50:08

8d ago50:08

50:08

What if the federal government walked away from public education? That’s not a hypothetical—it’s part of a real plan gaining traction right now. In this episode, we break down what it actually means to defund and dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, and why it could upend the future for millions of students. Former Secretary of Education Joh…

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Aberdeen vs Celtic Scottish Cup Final Preview, Who Next For Rangers? | Right In The Coupon 1:11:10

9d ago1:11:10

1:11:10

It's the final coupon show of the series so make sure you join Si Ferry, Slaney, James McFadden, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel for the final time this season as they look ahead to this weekend's Scottish Cup Final at Hampden between Aberdeen and Celtic and they also discuss the ongoing managerial search at Ibrox for Rangers' next Manager. Derek…

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Josh Windass, No Rangers Job For Ferguson & Forrest Gets His Goal For Celtic | Keeping The Ball On The Ground 1:44:38

11d ago1:44:38

1:44:38

The season might be winding down but the podcast definitely isn't as we're joined by a brilliant guest in Sheffield Wednesday attacking midfielder, Josh Windass who shares some amazing stories and insight into his career, including his time of course at Rangers with Andy Halliday. There's also plenty to talk about from the weekend's action includin…

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The philosophy of fun | Myriam François, Freya India, James Tartaglia 50:35

11d ago50:35

50:35

The essential philosophy of fun Do we need to have fun or is it an unnecessary excess? Are we living in an age of fun's decline, what with the moralism and strictures of Gen Z, or is there something else going on? On this panel, our three guests - philosopher James Tartaglia, film-maker Myriam François, and writer Freya India - dive into the idea o…

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Neoliberalism: A Soviet nightmare | Abby Innes 31:25

15d ago31:25

31:25

There is an old Soviet joke, ‘Capitalism is the exploitation of man by man. Communism is its exact opposite.’ On the surface, neoliberalism, with its emphasis on free markets, competition and privatisation, is as far removed as possible from the Soviet Union. But behind the policies, could they be guided by the same false utopianism? Abby Innes, pr…

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Ancelotti To Rangers? St Johnstone Relegated, Hibs Secure 3rd & Celtic Thrash Dons | Right In The Coupon 1:43:07

16d ago1:43:07

1:43:07

Enjoy an action-packed episode of Right In The Coupon as Si Ferry, Slaney, Faddy and Ross McCormack discuss a huge night in the SPFL Scottish Premiership on Wednesday as St Johnstone's relegation to The Championship was confirmed and Hibs secured 3rd place after Celtic battered Aberdeen 5-1 at Pittodrie ahead of the Scottish Cup Final in just over …

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Owen Coyle Hilarious Career Stories + McInnes To Take Over As Hearts Manager | Keeping The Ball On The Ground 2:23:42

18d ago2:23:42

2:23:42

Sit back and enjoy one of the most entertaining podcasts of the season as Open Goal favourite, Owen Coyle is on sensational form as shares an abundance of hilarious stories from his footballing career involving some of Scottish Football's biggest personalities! The lads also catch-up on the latest news including reports that Derek McInnes is headin…

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The dark side of chasing rewards | Paul Bloom, Nancy Sherman, and Dan Ariely 46:48

18d ago46:48

46:48

Something for nothing Do rewards and incentives damage our humanity? In much of our personal and professional lives, we receive rewards for good behaviour and carrying out our responsibilities. But, evidence now suggests there are risks to this approach. Studies show rewards can damage wellbeing, fostering dependence and undermining our own sense o…

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🔥🥵 DYLAN MCGEOUCH vs SCOTT ALLAN BUCK'S BAR HOT WINGS CHALLENGE | Hibs Legends Take On Wings Of Fire 1:32:09

19d ago1:32:09

1:32:09

Join us for this hilarious episode as former teammates, good pals and top men Dylan McGeouch and Scott Allan take on the Buck's Bar Hot Wings Challenge! The former Celtic and Hibs men share some brilliant stories from their time at both clubs before both experiencing total head loss at the wings of fire! 🤣🔥 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…

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PvI#92: Postale au Naturale w/ Greg McBrayer 1:07:57

19d ago1:07:57

1:07:57

Greg teaches philosophy (and is Interim Provost) at Ashland, loves Xenophon, and runs a podcast. We reflect on the dangers of radon and other "natural" things. How might one of our government agencies become more natural, and would we want that? Are fart jokes the most naturally funny kind? Then, Greg the trucker visits Empty Street and embezzles d…

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CAN HEARTS CHALLENGE CELTIC AND RANGERS WITH BLOOM INVESTMENT? | Right In The Coupon 1:15:10

23d ago1:15:10

1:15:10

Right In The Coupon is an unfiltered and entertaining weekly podcast that dives into all the drama, highlights, and talking points from the world of Scottish football. Hosted by former pros Si Ferry, James McFadden, Derek Ferguson, Gordon Dalziel, and Paul Slane, the show blends sharp analysis with hilarious banter, offering fans a fresh and authen…

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Rethinking the Enlightenment | Historian Aviva Chomsky 26:24

24d ago26:24

26:24

The spectre of the Enlightenment What the Enlightenment a net positive or a net negative? Or is that the wrong question, and should we look at it simply as a historical period? Join Professor of History Aviva Chomsky as she dissects one of the most important periods in modern history from the lens of a critical historian. The Enlightenment was not …

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Rethinking Purpose: Why Chasing Big Goals Might Be Making You Miserable with Jordan Grumet 1:05:13

26d ago1:05:13

1:05:13

What if the relentless chase for big goals is actually what’s making you feel unfulfilled? In this episode, hospice physician and author Jordan Grumet shares what he’s learned from those at the end of life—and why our culture’s definition of purpose may be all wrong. Instead of striving for impact, Jordan invites us to focus on the simple, joyful a…

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Rangers & Celtic Draw 1-1 + Cillian Sheridan On Gravesen & Duncan Ferguson | Keeping The Ball On The Ground 1:50:53

26d ago1:50:53

1:50:53

This week Simon Ferry, Paul Slane, Andy Halliday, and special guest Cillian Sheridan dive deep into the weekend’s huge derby between Rangers and Celtic at Ibrox, breaking down the 1-1 draw, goals from Cyriel Dessers and Adam Idah, and key tactics from Barry Ferguson and Brendan Rodgers. We also cover all the big talking points across the Scottish P…

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Was Karl Marx misunderstood? | Terry Eagleton on the forgotten ideals of Marxism 24:23

29d ago24:23

24:23

Why Marx was right Having fallen out of favour around the turn of the century, Marxism is now back in fashion, often playing the role of an alternative to the increasingly right-wing politics of the modern world. Once the guiding ideology of Korean guerillas and Hampstead screenwriters alike, Marxism is back and taking universities and intellectual…

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Rangers vs Celtic Preview & Are Hearts In Danger Of Relegation? | Right In The Coupon 1:19:27

30d ago1:19:27

1:19:27

Celtic won the SPFL Scottish Premiership last week and immediately got to Ibrox to face their arch-rivals Rangers this Sunday. The coupon show lads look ahead to the game where Barry Ferguson's side could make it 3 wins-in-a-row against Brendan Rodgers. We also discuss the latest on the situation at Manager-less Hearts and whether they could be dra…

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Celtic Are Champions & Go To Ibrox Next, Neil Critchley Sacked By Hearts | Keeping The Ball On The Ground 1:38:40

1M ago1:38:40

1:38:40

Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday discuss the big talking points coming out of the weekend's SPFL Scottish Premiership action including Celtic being crowned Champions at Tannadice and the breaking news from Saturday night that Hearts Manager, Neil Critchley was sacked following the Tynecastle side's defeat to Dundee! We also look ahead to Rangers …

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The power and the pitfalls of narrative | Matthew Beaumont, Ruth Padel, and Theodore Dalrymple 42:34

1M ago42:34

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Lost in stories Is life a story or a sequence of events? Our narratives enable us to make sense of the complex, often confusing, world that we live in. And yet there is a risk that rather than helping us to truly understand this world, narratives can hide reality from us, providing delusional states of mind in its place. From witch hunts to cults, …

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🔥🥵 JOHN 'YOGI' HUGHES vs IAN MCCALL | Buck's Bar Hot Wings Challenge! 1:56:43

1M ago1:56:43

1:56:43

Pull up a seat with Si Ferry and Slaney at Buck's Bar for this hilarious episode with ex teammates and good pals, Ian McCall and Big Yogi Hughes taking on the Buck's Bar Hot Wings Challenge! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Will Celtic Be Crowned Champions At Tannadice & Rangers Takeover Imminent? | Right In The Coupon 1:04:43

1M ago1:04:43

1:04:43

The Right In The Coupon team preview a big weekend ahead in the Scottish Premiership which could see Celtic crowned Champions at Tannadice and also lead to some significant movement in the race for 3rd and the battle to avoid relegation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Gerrard To Return To Rangers? Celtic & Aberdeen In Final + Tony Watt | Keeping The Ball On The Ground 1:43:53

1M ago1:43:53

1:43:53

Tony Watt returns for his 2nd appearance of the season as the lads review the weekend's Scottish Cup Semi-Finals which has set-up an end of season showdown between Aberdeen and Celtic next month in Hampden! The team also look back on Rangers' Europa League defeat to Bilbao and question whether that ends Barry Ferguson's chances of landing the job f…

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Reflections on mental health today | Interview | Susie Orbach 23:02

1M ago23:02

23:02

The dark side of 'mental health' with Susie Orbach Why are psychotherapy, psychology, psychoanalysis, therapy so popular today? Do these respond to a new need in our society or are they evolutions of age-old human approaches to resolution and knowing oneself? Join psychotherapist and psychoanalyst (famously Princess Diana's therapist!) Susie Orbach…

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Open Goal - Football Show

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Nietzsche, the birth of tragedy, and the technology trap | Babette Babich 24:19

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Aberdeen Shock Celtic To Win The Scottish Cup & Livi Are Promoted | Keeping The Ball On The Ground 55:05

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The Real Cost of Dismantling Public Eduction with former U.S. Secretary of Education, John B. King 50:08

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Aberdeen vs Celtic Scottish Cup Final Preview, Who Next For Rangers? | Right In The Coupon 1:11:10

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Josh Windass, No Rangers Job For Ferguson & Forrest Gets His Goal For Celtic | Keeping The Ball On The Ground 1:44:38

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The philosophy of fun | Myriam François, Freya India, James Tartaglia 50:35

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Neoliberalism: A Soviet nightmare | Abby Innes 31:25

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Ancelotti To Rangers? St Johnstone Relegated, Hibs Secure 3rd & Celtic Thrash Dons | Right In The Coupon 1:43:07

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Owen Coyle Hilarious Career Stories + McInnes To Take Over As Hearts Manager | Keeping The Ball On The Ground 2:23:42

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The dark side of chasing rewards | Paul Bloom, Nancy Sherman, and Dan Ariely 46:48

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🔥🥵 DYLAN MCGEOUCH vs SCOTT ALLAN BUCK'S BAR HOT WINGS CHALLENGE | Hibs Legends Take On Wings Of Fire 1:32:09

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PvI#92: Postale au Naturale w/ Greg McBrayer 1:07:57

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CAN HEARTS CHALLENGE CELTIC AND RANGERS WITH BLOOM INVESTMENT? | Right In The Coupon 1:15:10

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Rethinking the Enlightenment | Historian Aviva Chomsky 26:24

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Rethinking Purpose: Why Chasing Big Goals Might Be Making You Miserable with Jordan Grumet 1:05:13

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Rangers & Celtic Draw 1-1 + Cillian Sheridan On Gravesen & Duncan Ferguson | Keeping The Ball On The Ground 1:50:53

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Was Karl Marx misunderstood? | Terry Eagleton on the forgotten ideals of Marxism 24:23

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Rangers vs Celtic Preview & Are Hearts In Danger Of Relegation? | Right In The Coupon 1:19:27

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Celtic Are Champions & Go To Ibrox Next, Neil Critchley Sacked By Hearts | Keeping The Ball On The Ground 1:38:40

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The power and the pitfalls of narrative | Matthew Beaumont, Ruth Padel, and Theodore Dalrymple 42:34

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🔥🥵 JOHN 'YOGI' HUGHES vs IAN MCCALL | Buck's Bar Hot Wings Challenge! 1:56:43

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Will Celtic Be Crowned Champions At Tannadice & Rangers Takeover Imminent? | Right In The Coupon 1:04:43

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Gerrard To Return To Rangers? Celtic & Aberdeen In Final + Tony Watt | Keeping The Ball On The Ground 1:43:53

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Reflections on mental health today | Interview | Susie Orbach 23:02