First Philosophy

Begin with philosophy here!

In the thirteenth episode of First Philosophy, we continue our deep dive into Martin Heidegger by reading and unpacking The Question Concerning Technology.

Rather than asking whether technology is good or bad, Heidegger urges us to question it more fundamentally: what kind of world does modern technology reveal to us?

From “standing reserve” and enframing to the dominance of calculative thinking, this episode explores why technology is not just a collection of tools, but an entire way of relating to beings, nature, and ourselves.

As always, Kas and Sonia try to help, interject, and underscore key parts and passages. They also discuss Heidegger’s complex legacy with regard to his association with the Nazi Party and the infamous Black Notebooks.

Let’s begin, finally!

What is First Philosophy?

Exploring the timeless ideas of history’s greatest thinkers, one lecture at a time.

Philosophers must be eternal beginners, according to Edmund Husserl. In this podcast, we invite you to begin with us, accompanied by great lectures.

Every episode dives into the rich world of phenomenology, existentialism and hermeneutics, posing and answering profound questions concerning human existence. Through these episodes, you'll get familiar with Nietzsche, Kierkegaard, Heidegger, Sartre, Levinas, and many others.

Our first season centers around Awee Prins and his lecture series Human Conditions. To accompany you through this journey, Sonia Shvets and Kas Molenaar will provide brief interludes, insights, and introductions.

Let's begin, finally!


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