Philosophy audiobooks

Limitless

By: Nuala Moore

Narrated by: Niamh Daly

Length: 11 hours 43 minutes

Abridged: No

The sea has always been a part of Nuala Moore’s life: her earliest memory is of jumping off her father’s fishing boat in Dingle Harbour and swimming back to shore. Since then, she’s swum in some of the coldest, most remote and dangerous waters in the world, from the Bering Strait to the Drake Passage. After years of marathon swimming, Nuala... Read more

Aristotle for Novelists

By: Douglas Vigliotti

Narrated by: Douglas Vigliotti

Length: 2 hours 57 minutes

Abridged: No

In many ways, we've been telling the same stories, over and over, for the last 2300 years. This book will show you why, and how you can do it too.For centuries, dramatic writers have relied on Aristotelian principles to write their stories for the screen and stage—the same stories you stream and watch today. But for the first time ever, the... Read more

Derrida

By: Hector Davidson

Narrated by: Rosa Hallwar

Length: 1 hour 47 minutes

Abridged: No

Jacques Derrida, one of the most influential philosophers of the 20th century, revolutionized the way we think about language, meaning, and interpretation. His development of the concept of deconstruction has left a profound impact on philosophy, literary theory, and critical thought. To understand Derrida's legacy, it is essential to explore... Read more

Determinism

By: Hector Davidson

Narrated by: Rosa Hallwar

Length: 2 hours 23 minutes

Abridged: No

The question of whether humans possess free will has intrigued philosophers, scientists, and thinkers for centuries. At the heart of this debate lies the concept of determinism—the idea that every event or action is the result of preceding causes, governed by laws of nature and logic. If everything that happens is the result of a cause, can we... Read more

Accelerate or Die

By: J.P Thor, Omar Ibrahim & B. Bones

Narrated by: Echo

Length: 9 hours 2 minutes

Abridged: No

Accelerate or Die—The Choice Is Yours As the lines between technology and humanity blur, an undeniable question emerges: will we control our evolution, or be swept away by it? ACEL takes you on a thought-provoking journey through the accelerating tide of human potential, where artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and the quest for mastery... Read more

Healing

By: Carmen Warrington & David Jones

Narrated by: Carmen Warrington & David Jones

Length: 1 hour 5 minutes

Abridged: No

These meditations offer you support and comfort through your healing time. As you drift in and out of concentration, let the meditations cultivate a beautiful balance of acceptance of your condition and hope for your recovery. Read more

Under Water

By: Claire Walsh

Narrated by: Claire Walsh

Length: 9 hours 19 minutes

Abridged: No

‘I needed to breathe. Not the short, shallow breaths that keep you alive … merely existing. I wanted that breath that starts deep down in your being and fills your lungs and limbs with life. ’ Claire Walsh spent her twenties living the life she thought she was supposed to live, all the while playing hide-and-seek with depression. In her... Read more

Why Does It Still Hurt?

By: Dr Paul Biegler

Narrated by: Grant Piro

Length: 9 hours

Abridged: No

Paul Biegler – a science journalist and former doctor – has interviewed the world’s leading pain experts, along with people who have weathered their own chronic pain battles. Chronic pain is the single biggest cause of suffering. And yet, pain that persists for more than three months is often unrelated to any physical injury. So why does it... Read more

Wie erlangt man Erkenntnisse der höheren Welten

By: Rudolf Steiner

Narrated by: Christian Clement

Length: 8 hours 15 minutes

Abridged: No

Die Schrift enthält Rudolf Steiners umfassendste Darstellung der Anthroposophischen Meditation. Sie enthält zahlreiche praktische Übungen des Vorstellens, Fühlens und Wollens, welche nach Steiner in der meditativen Arbeit zur Ausbildung jener höheren bzw. »übersinnlichen« Formen des Wahrnehmens und Erkennens führen können, auf welcher die... Read more

The Magical Forest

By: Carmen Warrington & David Jones

Narrated by: Carmen Warrington & David Jones

Length: 56 minutes

Abridged: No

These delightful meditations usher children into the unlimited world of imagaination. On inner adventures in a make-believe world, they will meet loving forest creatures and interact with the five elements. Supported by evocative sounds and music, these guided visualisations develop listening skills, the ability to be still, and an appreciation... Read more

The Map of the Soul

By: Tricia Brennan

Narrated by: Tricia Brennan

Length: 10 hours 57 minutes

Abridged: No

Does our life have a higher purpose or is it merely a series of random events? Do unseen forces influence the course of our fate? Can we trust our intuition? What is my soul's purpose? Everyone wants to know the answer to these questions. The Map of the Soul answers this, and more. Read more

Cool, Calm and Commuted

By: David Michie

Narrated by: Nicholas Bell

Length: 1 hour 6 minutes

Abridged: No

Many people spend hours every day commuting to and from work. This time can be spent reading, listening to music, people-watching or it can just be a moment to relax and not worry about driving. But it's also the perfect opportunity to meditate, and reset yourself in preparation for what awaits at the end of the journey. In 'Cool, Calm and... Read more

Hurry Up and Meditate - Guided Meditations

By: David Michie

Narrated by: Nicholas Bell

Length: 53 minutes

Abridged: No

If meditation was available in capsule form, it would be the biggest selling drug of all time. It has been scientifically proven to deliver highly effective stress relief, boost our immune systems and dramatically slow the ageing process. It has also been shown to make us much happier and more effective thinkers. In this partner recording to... Read more

Religion

By: Martin Forward

Narrated by: Donna Postel

Length: 8 hours 53 minutes

Abridged: No

This unique introduction takes a careful look at the role of religion and the spiritual dimension in the real world. Conversational in tone, but built on a solid foundation of knowledge, it covers an enormous range of issues in a succinct and straightforward style, from the origins of religious belief to the future of religion in today's... Read more

Daoism

By: James Miller

Narrated by: Keith Brockett

Length: 8 hours 27 minutes

Abridged: No

Spanning the centuries and crossing the globe, this engaging introduction covers everything Daoist, from the religion of the ancients to 21st century T’ai Chi and meditation. Complete with a timeline of Daoist history and a full glossary, Daoism will prove invaluable not only to students, but also to general listeners who wish to learn more... Read more

Diogenes

By: Hector Davidson

Narrated by: Rosa Hallwar

Length: 1 hour 23 minutes

Abridged: No

Diogenes of Sinope, one of the most famous figures in ancient philosophy, is a man whose life and ideas have left an indelible mark on the world. Known for his eccentric behavior and unwavering commitment to a life of simplicity, Diogenes was one of the founders of the philosophical school of Cynicism. His life was a statement, rejecting the... Read more

Empedocles

By: Hector Davidson

Narrated by: Rosa Hallwar

Length: 2 hours 1 minute

Abridged: No

Empedocles, a philosopher and poet from the ancient Greek city of Acragas (modern-day Agrigento, Sicily), lived during the 5th century BCE and is often regarded as one of the most original thinkers of his time. His life and works remain an intriguing fusion of science, mysticism, and poetry. Though much of what we know about Empedocles comes... Read more

Empiricism

By: Hector Davidson

Narrated by: Rosa Hallwar

Length: 53 minutes

Abridged: No

Empiricism, as a philosophical doctrine, asserts that knowledge is primarily derived from sensory experience. This perspective contrasts sharply with rationalism, which emphasizes reason and innate knowledge. Empiricism has shaped our understanding of the world and influenced numerous fields, from the natural sciences to ethics and epistemology.... Read more

Body Transformation Inside-Out

By: Tricia Brennan

Narrated by: Tricia Brennan

Length: 55 minutes

Abridged: No

Have you tried everything and can't lose weight? Find diet or exercise alone don't work? Hold a distorted body image? Tap into your inherent power to facilitate positive changes and alter the way you think, feel and look! Use creative visualisation to help you build your confidence and reshape your body. Body Transformation Inside-Out uses the... Read more

Peaceful

By: Carmen Warrington & David Jones

Narrated by: Carmen Warrington & David Jones

Length: 1 hour 2 minutes

Abridged: No

These meditations enable you to experience the ancient and calming power of Nature. Each track can be used on its own, or take the full journey from the ocean to the river, the forest and sunset. Accompanied by a beautifully blended soundscape of nature sounds and evocative music, these soothing commentaries will guide you back to the peaceful... Read more

Hurry Up and Meditate

By: David Michie

Narrated by: Nicholas Bell

Length: 4 hours 44 minutes

Abridged: No

If meditation was available in capsule form, it would be the biggest selling drug of all time. It has been scientifically proven to deliver highly effective stress relief, boost our immune systems and dramatically slow the ageing process. It has also been shown to make us much happier and more effective thinkers. Given all the physical and... Read more

Epistemology

By: Robert M. Martin

Narrated by: Richard Aspel

Length: 6 hours 4 minutes

Abridged: No

Epistemology is the philosophical study of knowledge. Without knowledge, scientific enquiry is meaningless and we can’t analyse the world around us. But what exactly is knowledge and how do we obtain it? Should we trust our senses? When is belief knowledge? Presuming no prior experience of philosophy, Robert M. Martin covers everything in the... Read more

Worry-Free

By: Carmen Warrington & David Jones

Narrated by: Carmen Warrington & David Jones

Length: 55 minutes

Abridged: No

If you're experiencing worry or distress, anxiety or tension, one thing is certain - you're not the only one. When your emotions are settled and your mind is feeling lighter, it's easier to face the situation, and work out the best way forward. These guided meditations are designed to help you regain control over your thoughts and emotions. Read more

Nietzsche

By: Associate Professor Robert Wicks

Narrated by: Richard Aspel

Length: 7 hours 7 minutes

Abridged: No

A deeply divisive figure, Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900) remains an enigma to this day. Infamous for his startling assertion that ‘God is dead’, he is often misrepresented and many have sought to discredit his work. In this illuminating account of Nietzsche's life and work, Robert Wicks skilfully navigates the controversy that continues to... Read more