Episode #157 ... The Creation of Meaning - Be...

Today we talk about the play Hamlet written by William Shakespeare. We compare more traditional takes on the themes of the play to a more modern, philosophical analysis of the play done by Simon Critchley and Jamieson Webster. We talk about Hamlet and his inability to take action ...  Show more

Today we talk about the philosophy behind the play Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare. We talk about how ineffective violence and honor codes are as ways of maintaining the stability of a society. How catastrophe may be a deterrent to violence. The tension presented by Shake ...  Show more

Learn today's five words and meanings. 

The key to living in the present moment is discussed. 

Capturing the nation in conversation to build a unique picture of our lives today. 

In this edition of The English We Speak find out the meaning of the expression 'call it a day'