{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"ResponsAbility - Dialogues on Practical Knowledge and Bildung in Professional Studies","title":"#28 Bryan van Norden | Chinese Philosophy and Intercultural Dialogue","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2243,"description":"In this episode, philosopher Bryan van Norden joins the ResponsAbility Podcast to explore the importance of intercultural philosophy in a globalized world. Drawing on decades of work in Chinese and comparative philosophy, he reflects on the persistent Eurocentrism of academic philosophy and the gradual shift toward a more inclusive canon. The conversation highlights how traditions such as Confucianism contribute rich insights into ethical cultivation, virtue, and practical wisdom, offering perspectives highly relevant to professional life. Bryan also discusses how dialogue across traditions deepens philosophical understanding, challenges assumptions, and fosters more responsible and meaningful ways of living. The episode ultimately invites listeners to rethink philosophy as a genuinely global, dialogical practice with practical implications for education, society, and personal development.\n00:00:54 – Motivation and background: how Bryan became interested in Chinese philosophy\n00:02:44 – Eurocentrism in philosophy: developments and changes in academia\n00:06:05 – Why study Chinese philosophy today\n00:08:33 – Intercultural philosophy: value of dialogue between traditions\n00:11:44 – Comparative insights: what becomes visible across traditions\n00:16:20 – Application: relevance of intercultural philosophy for professional studies\n00:19:24 – Exclusion of non-Western philosophy: historical and philosophical reasons\n00:22:45 – Global challenges: what intercultural philosophy can contribute\n00:24:33 – ResponsAbility and virtue: shared ideas across traditions\n00:28:04 – Anti-intellectualism: consequences of rejecting philosophy and science\n00:32:52 – Living well: how philosophy can guide meaningful and responsible lives\n\nBetween Theory and Practice – Questions for Reflection:\nHow might the insights from this dialogue inspire your own practice? The following questions are intended to inspire further inquiry, whether explored individually or in conversation with colleagues,...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/CrFbTP4NhEnDEGQiy3DJA0GaXH1LyGw-ry7BpB-GvH0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9hNzgw/YTQ3MDIwNjAyM2Jk/MDJiYzIwMjBmY2Yz/ZGVmMC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}