The Lightning Podcast S1 E15: Work Work!

“He who does not know how to use leisure has more of work than when there is work in work.” This week, join Cyrus Palizban, Zohar Atkins, Genevieve Kim, Nicolás Sarian, and Anne Dudek as we explore the philosophy of leisure and work, prompted by the quote from Ennius. What constitutes leisure? Is it bound by time or the actions we take? From ancient Greek and Roman concepts of leisure, to the inherent leisureliness or divinity imbibed in God as depicted in the Genesis, to how the Industrial Revolution altered the definition of work, the conversation takes turns left and right in a way that is anything but leisurely!

 

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Panel

00:24 Interpreting Ennius' Quote on Leisure

01:18 Leisure vs Time Off: A Greek Perspective

02:14 The Role of Leisure in Philosophy and Work

03:15 Defining Work and Leisure

04:05 The Impact of Modernity and Capitalism on Leisure

08:47 The Commodification of Leisure

10:18 The Role of Motivation in Leisure

15:32 The Aesthetic Experience and Leisure

17:06 Duties of the Heart vs Duties of the Limbs

20:36 The Role of Consumption in Leisure

22:18 The Paradox of Proactivity in Leisure

24:06 Exploring the Intersection of Leisure and Work

24:41 The Evolution of Language and its Impact on Perception

25:59 The Industrial Revolution and its Influence on Work

27:33 Theological Perspectives on Work and Leisure

29:11 The Concept of Time Ownership and Slavery

29:55 The Significance of the Weekend and Leisure Time

34:28 The Role of Risk and Uncertainty in Leisure

38:02 The Paradox of Sacrifice and Leisure

42:30 The Role of Risk in Leisure: A Case for Gambling

43:20 Wrapping Up: The Ongoing Debate on Leisure

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