Life Lessons from "The Dude": Philosophy in The Big Lebowski

Gwendolyn and Rudy welcome award winning author, Marnie Maton.  We discuss her book on navigating the work space, Vote For You.  How can we show up for work in a way that is meaningful, aligned with our values, and set us on a path of happiness.  What are sociological and cultural issues to consider in the work place?   Learn more about Marnie and get her book: https://www.marniematon.com Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/GoodIsInTheDetails Read Rudy's "The Commute" and subscribe for all the details on transportation.  Thank you to our sponsor: http://www.avonmoreinc.com

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo welcome back Sociology Professor Dr. Jack Fong to discuss his book Reconfiguring Global Societies in the Pre Vaccination Phase of the Covid-19 Pandemic.  How did the change to public spaces impact us sociologically?  How do we navigate interactions with each other, with strangers, with people who hold different political ideologies?  How are virtual spaces impacting us?  Learn more about Professor Fong: https://csupomona-fong.org Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/GoodIsInTheDetails Take Gwendolyn's course on How To Create Your Podcast.  https://www.goodisinthedetails.com Thank you to our sponsor: http://www.avonmoreinc.com

Our hearts and minds are with the people who've been devasted by the hurricanes in Florida, NC, and surrounding areas.  GIID is donating for disaster relief.  Thank you to our patrons who've made this platform possible to not only educate but to also contribute to those in need.   Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo welcome documentarian/podcaster, George Siegal (Make It Better Podcast). We discuss George's film The Last House Standing, an examination of the way in which homes have been designed and ways in which homes can be designed given the impact of natural disasters.  What questions should home buyers be asking?  What is the responsibility of the individual, the community, and the government?   Check out George Siegal's documentary: The Last House Standing. Join our patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo welcome back Philosophy Professors Joshua Heter and Richard Greene to discuss their book Post Punk and Philosophy. Rip It Up and Think Again.  What exactly is post punk rock? How does the shift in the music genre make us think about culture, emotions, and politics?  What philosophical texts lend insight to the meaning and significance of the music?  What music is giving us pause to reflect on philosophy?  Get your copy of this wonderful collection of essays: Post Punk and Philosophy. Get more content and support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails Take Gwendolyn's course: How To Create Your Podcast.  https://www.goodisinthedetails.com Thank you to our partner for this episode: https://studioqueenhair.com

Gwendolyn and Rudy welcome back author/podcaster Tori Telfer to discuss her book Confident Women. What does it mean to be a Con Artist?  How can we learn about sorting through relevant information, fact, and fiction? Are women con artists different?  What are the legal and moral lines when it comes to a con or scam?  Learn more about Tori's work: https://www.toritelfer.com Get extra content and support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails Get Gwendolyn's online course How To Create Your Podcast.  Vote for Good Is In The Details in the Education Category for the Women in Podcasting Awards.

Gwendolyn Dolske interviews four women about the origin stories of their success in business.  We discuss creativity, beliefs about what is possible, and how to handle the ups and downs of business. Get inspired by their journey of self-reflection and motivation.   Thank you, Jen Sugermeyer, Megan Mae, Ashunta Sheriff-Kendricks, and Tracey Hicks-Kearse! Learn more about their business: https://www.atacosmetics.com/pages/about-us https://meganmaemiami.com https://ashuntabeauty.com/pages/ashunta-sheriff https://www.acarre.co Take Gwendolyn's Course: How To Create Your Podcast. Get Extra Content and Support the Pod: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails This episode is in partnership with https://themoderndaywife.com

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo talk with Philosophy Professor and Poet, Troy Jollimore, about his  essay "That Ain't Legal Either. Rules, Virtue, and Authenticity in The Big Lebowski," (co-author Robert C. Jones). How does "The Dude" view life, conflict, and morality?  What can we learn from Walter's point of view on right and wrong? We discuss games, humor, absurdity, and friendship through the lens of The Big Lebowski.   Learn more about Professor Jollimore: https://www.troyjollimore.com Check out Professor Jollimore's podcast: No Podcast For Old Men Vote for Good Is In The Details in the Education Category: https://www.womenpodcasters.com/vote Thank you to our sponsor: http://www.avonmoreinc.com Join our Patreon for extra content: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails

Gwendolyn Dolske welcomes Sociologist Professor and author of True Story What Reality TV Says About Us, Dr. Danielle Lindemann.  How can Sociology guide us to understand what unfolds and what is presented in Reality TV?  What ideas about love, work, family, and class come through with this growing genren of entertainment?  Is there any truth in Reality TV?   Learn more about Professor Lindemann and get her book: https://daniellelindemann.com Vote for GIID for the Women in Podcasting Awards (Education Category): https://womeninpodcasting.net/good-is-in-the-details/ Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails Thank you to our sponsor: http://www.avonmoreinc.com

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo welcome author of Romantic Agency, Philosophy Professor Luke Brunning (University of Leeds).  What does it mean to understand romance with a philosophical lens?  How is romance distinct from other relationships?  How do ideas of romance and love fit in the broader scope of society and law? Learn more about Luke's work: http://lukebrunning.com Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails Thank you to our sponsor: http://www.avonmoreinc.com  

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo welcome back Philosophy Professor Mark D White to discuss his updated version of his book The Virtues of Captain America.  What makes Captain America virtuous?  How does his moral compas differ from Iron Man?  What are key moral lessons from the Civil War?   Learn more about Professor White's work: https://www.profmdwhite.com Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails Thank you to our sponsor: http://www.avonmoreinc.com https://www.goodisinthedetails.com