Perennial Wisdom

In this episode, my guest is Karen Stohr, the author of Choosing Freedom: A Kantian Guide to Life. Prof. Stohr joined the philosophy department at Georgetown in 2002, where she is the Ryan Family Professor of Metaphysics and Moral Philosophy. In 2011, she also became a senior research scholar at Georgetown’s Kennedy Institute of Ethics. Learn more about Karen Stohr’s work and background.In the conversation, Karen and I discuss,The life and philosophy of Immanuel KantWhat it means to live according to reasonWhy overcoming vice is more than half the battleThe role of hopeWisdom in daily life and much more***If you’re interested in a free weekly meetup (Fridays @Noon EST), I’m calling Reading & the Good Life; you can register now. Reading & the Good Life is a space for connection, contemplation, and conversations on the art of living.Support the Show:Subscribe to Perennial Meditations  on SubstackRead articles on Medium; become a memberSignup for a free trial of Audible for originals, audiobooks, and podcastsFollow In Search of Wisdom: Instagram | Twitter | Youtube

Show Notes

In this episode, my guest is Karen Stohr, the author of Choosing Freedom: A Kantian Guide to Life. Prof. Stohr joined the philosophy department at Georgetown in 2002, where she is the Ryan Family Professor of Metaphysics and Moral Philosophy. In 2011, she also became a senior research scholar at Georgetown’s Kennedy Institute of Ethics. Learn more about Karen Stohr’s work and background.

In the conversation, Karen and I discuss,

  • The life and philosophy of Immanuel Kant
  • What it means to live according to reason
  • Why overcoming vice is more than half the battle
  • The role of hope
  • Wisdom in daily life and much more


***If you’re interested in a free weekly meetup (Fridays @Noon EST), I’m calling Reading & the Good Life; you can register now. Reading & the Good Life is a space for connection, contemplation, and conversations on the art of living.


Support the Show:


Follow In Search of Wisdom: Instagram | Twitter | Youtube

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Perennial Wisdom is a podcast for seekers and curious minds. Each episode seeks to uncover universal truths and enduring ideas from philosophical and spiritual traditions. Learn more at perennial.substack.com.