Today we talk about the philosophical themes that Dostoevsky had in mind when writing Crime and Punishment. We talk about Russian Nihilism and its consequences. Rational Utilitarianism and Egoism. A common misunderstanding of Raskolnikov as an embodiment of Nietzsche's work. Confession. Guilt. Affirming life through consent. And much more. Hope you love it! :) Sponsors:Nord VPN: <a href="https://nordvpn.com/philothis">https://nordvpn.com/philothis </a> Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this without your help.  Website:<a href="https://www.philosophizethis.org/"> https://www.philosophizethis.org/</a>Patreon:<a href="https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis"> https://www.patreon.com/philosophizethis</a>  Social:Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcast"> https://www.instagram.com/philosophizethispodcast</a>X:<a href="https://twitter.com/iamstephenwest"> https://twitter.com/iamstephenwest</a>Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow"> https://www.facebook.com/philosophizethisshow</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Episode #220 ... Dostoevsky - Demons

Beginner friendly if listened to in order! For anyone interested in an educational podcast about philosophy where you don't need to be a graduate-level philosopher to understand it. In chronological order, the thinkers and ideas that forged the world we live in are broken down and explained.