Immanuel Kant

300 years

Immanuel Kant Illustration by Antje Herzog

The philosopher Immanuel Kant was born in Königsberg 300 years ago. Kant’s work is considered to be the pinnacle of the philosophy of the Enlightenment. His maxim that we should use our own reason seems more relevant and pressing today than ever before. What lessons can we learn from Kant? Where did Kant fail in his own endeavours? What are the abysses and darker sides of the Enlightenment?

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On the occasion of his 300th birthday, the Goethe-Institut Cyprus pays a tribute to Kant with the podcast Kant Talk 2.0 and parallel events.
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What would Kant say?

Kant-Talk 2.0

Dive into thought-provoking discussions with hosts philosopher Dr. Christos Hadjioannou and stand-up comedian Charalampos Damianou (aka Champis) along with international guest experts as they unravel Kant’s ideas on understanding, ethics, reality, freedom, and aesthetics. Each episode brings Kant's theories to life, connecting them to today’s hot topics like artificial intelligence, animal rights, the metaverse, and social media. Get ready for engaging conversations and relatable examples that make complex philosophical concepts accessible and relevant to everyday life. Tune in and discover why Kant’s insights still matter today!

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