Best Classical Music for War | Tier List Philosophy: I Need It 2026-02-08 | NOTE: This video contains a brief, low-volume air raid siren sound effect at 01:35. This is a sound effect and not a real alert. If sirens are difficult for you, please take care.Unfortunately, our world is full of war. For many people around the world, there are moments when they have to run to a bomb shelter. This video is not about any particular war. It is about one way of dealing with war.In my experience, one way of dealing with war is humour. So yes, some of the humour in this video is rather dark. If that makes you uncomfortable, this video may not be for you.This video asks a simple, practical question.If you have a few minutes in a bomb shelter, what music do you want in your ears?This tier list is based entirely on my own experience and listening habits, and your answers may be very different. I would genuinely like to hear what works for you, so feel free to share your own rankings or recommendations in the comments.My recommendation is to build your own playlist in advance. And most importantly, stay safe.Tier List Sections00:00 Introduction02:00 Carl Orff02:52 Debussy03:34 Johann Strauss II03:56 Verdi05:02 Wagner06:16 Rachmaninoff07:29 Mahler08:06 Tchaikovsky09:12 Shostakovich10:43 Sibelius12:10 Dvořák13:09 Ravel14:10 Mozart and Beethoven15:23 Final ranking and recommendationsSupport and FollowSubstack: philosophyineedit.comBuy Me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineedit
Why Most Public Speakers Fail (Expert Breakdown) Philosophy: I Need It 2026-04-25 | Why do most public speakers fail—even when they have something valuable to say?In this conversation, I sit down with Nikos Sotirakopoulos to break down what actually makes someone effective on stage.We talk about why communication is not talent, the importance of rehearsal, and the biggest mistakes people make when presenting ideas.Timestamps:00:00 – Why communication is a skill, not talent02:00 – The “painful recording” realization03:30 – Mistake #1: Speaking for yourself, not the audience06:30 – Mistake #2: Trying to be perfect10:00 – Confidence vs fear of mistakes11:30 – Why rehearsal matters13:30 – Preparing like a professional16:00 – Writing vs speaking18:00 – Biggest lessons from failure🔗 Follow Nikos Sotirakopoulos▶ YouTube: youtube.com/@nikos_1717🌐 Website: http://nikos.org💬 Community / Membership: nikos.org/support🔗 Follow My Work📖 Blog – Philosophy: I Need It: philosophyineedit.com🐦 X: https://x.com/YonatanDaon📣 Support Philosophy: I Need It: buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineeditIf you enjoyed this conversation, consider liking the video and subscribing. It helps more than you think.Disclaimer: The views expressed in this conversation are my own and do not represent those of my or my guest's employer or any organizations we are or were affiliated with.
What Did They Die For? | Israel Memorial Day Philosophy: I Need It 2026-04-22 | Israel buries its soldiers on Memorial Day and celebrates independence the very next morning. This year, I couldn't make that transition without asking the question that I think the families of the fallen are asking too.What did they die for? Not the soldiers of the early wars — their answer is clear and justified. But the soldiers whose graves are still fresh. The ones sent to the same hill, again and again, while their government negotiates ceasefires and depends on Washington and the UN and Hasbara to survive.That is what Independence Day means to me this year. And it should disturb all of us.🎙️ Full stream: youtube.com/live/DgEPDz-Rjuk?si=cO-5jrNv9gPLmz00✍️ Read more: philosophyineedit.com/p/lebanon-again☕ Support the work: buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineedit
Hamburg Symphony — Live Reading | Yonatan Daon-Stern Philosophy: I Need It 2026-03-13 | Hamburg Symphony is a poetic work I wrote in Hamburg in December 2025, in three movements, and was later performed live on stage in Tel-Aviv.The piece moves through drift, irritation, self-accusation, and resolution, through cafés, museums, railway stations, and the inner demand to rise.A slightly revised text version of the Hamburg Symphony is available on my blog:philosophyineedit.comIf you’d like to support my writing and independent work, you can do so here:buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineeditThank you for listening.— Yonatan Daon-Stern
Khamenei Is Dead — A Historic Turning Point Philosophy: I Need It 2026-02-28 | This is my immediate live reaction to the confirmed death of the Islamic Republic's Supreme Leader from today's Ayn Rand Centre UK live stream.For decades, he presided over a regime that suppressed its own people, pursued nuclear escalation, financed regional terror, and openly threatened Israel’s existence.This moment is historic.Long live free Iran!Watch the full live here:youtu.be/w8UU4XfvPig?si=TfdgpYiygmDdZslsCheck out my latest article on the Iran war:philosophyineedit.com/p/the-us-and-israel-attack-iran
Free Iran? My First Reaction to the Israel–U.S. Strike Philosophy: I Need It 2026-02-28 | In this short clip from the Ayn Rand Centre UK livestream, recorded on the morning of February 28, I share my immediate reaction to the reported joint Israel–U.S. strike on the Iranian regime.This was filmed in the first hours after the initial reports. Many operational details were still emerging. My remarks reflect the historic and moral significance of that moment: a coordinated action between Israel and the United States against a regime that has destabilised the Middle East for nearly five decades.If this truly marks the beginning of the end of the Islamic Republic, it could open the door to something extraordinary: freedom for the Iranian people and long-term security for Israel and the region.🔹 Read my follow-up blog post with additional reflections:philosophyineedit.com/p/the-us-and-israel-attack-iran🔹 Music for War:youtu.be/wmUbX3uACX4🔹 Watch the full Ayn Rand Center UK livestream here:youtube.com/live/gKhFSOzpXik?si=LpMNtLnx1xSQmSQmFreedom for Iran. Security for Israel. Moral clarity for the West.
Bondi Beach Massacre: Australia’s Betrayal of Its Jewish Community Philosophy: I Need It 2025-12-15 | I was horrified by the massacre at Bondi Beach, but I was not surprised.As an Israeli who has spent time in Australia and met leaders of the Jewish community, I have watched the warning signs accumulate for years: open incitement, intimidation, synagogue attacks, graffiti calling for genocide, and a political leadership that consistently refused to act.In this clip from ARCUK Live, I explain why what happened in Bondi was not an isolated tragedy, but the predictable outcome of moral cowardice and institutional failure. The Australian Jewish community, one of the country’s most loyal, successful, and contributing communities, was abandoned. Hatred was tolerated. Evil was appeased. And the result was inevitable.This is what happens when a state refuses to protect its citizens and refuses to confront those who openly seek destruction.Watch the full ARCUK Live discussion:youtube.com/live/y3pYt7gZVTg?si=9-2cOmUwuFTY2z71Read my essays & subscribe to my blog:philosophyineedit.comSupport my work:buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineedit
THE END – Watch the full film on my channel Philosophy: I Need It 2025-12-07 | Watch the full 7-minute film poem “The End” on my channel.
The End | A Poem-Film Philosophy: I Need It 2025-12-03 | “The End” is a poem-film about standing at the edge of the total collapse -- of the self and the world.In this piece, I read my poem over music and AI-generated imagery and video, turning it into a small, atmospheric short film. If this spoke to you, I’d really appreciate your support:📝 Read my essays & subscribe to my blog “Philosophy: I Need It”philosophyineedit.com☕ Support my work on Buy Me a Coffeebuymeacoffee.com/philosophyineeditEvery subscription and coffee helps me carve out more time to write, film and create independent work like this – without sponsors, without institutions, just one mind trying to make sense of the world.Thank you for watching.Let me know in the comments what “The End” means to you.
The Weight of Silence | Book Launch Interview | Yonatan Daon-Stern Philosophy: I Need It 2025-11-01 | In this interview, Yonatan Daon-Stern talks about his debut novella, The Weight of Silence, a story about passivity, guilt, and the struggle to take control of one’s life.The conversation explores the idea of spiritual imprisonment, how comfort and inaction can quietly become a cage, and why moral awakening requires courage. Yonatan reflects on the autobiographical roots of the book, and how the story was conceived while writing in the Caucasus Mountains of Georgia.He also discusses his literary and philosophical influences, including Camus, Dostoevsky, and Ayn Rand, and speaks about his next project, a poetic work on the Jewish experience in Europe after October 7.The Weight of Silence is available now.Order your copy here: mybook.to/UY5kRead more of Yonatan’s essays on Substack: philosophyineedit.com
The Sculptor of Giants | Walter Peter Brenner – AD #13 Philosophy: I Need It 2025-07-15 | Welcome to Episode 13 of Art Discourse.In this conversation, I’m joined by Walter Peter Brenner—sculptor, painter, architect, and philosopher—whose monumental works bring to life a heroic vision of man. From Prometheus and Sophie to Atlas and more, Walter shares the philosophical convictions behind his art, his Objectivist influences, and how he built a successful career without compromising his ideals.We discuss:– Why sculpture?– Greek art, Michelangelo, and the romantic sense of life– The journey from architecture to sculpture– Creating timeless monuments in Guatemala– Philosophy, aesthetics, and marketing for artists– The importance of joy, purpose, and excellenceExplore more of Walter Peter’s work: walterpeter.comMy blog: Philosophy: I Need Itphilosophyineedit.comSupport my writing and videos: BuyMeACoffee – members get early access.buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineeditIf you enjoyed this episode, please like, share, and subscribe. Leave a comment—I’d love to hear your thoughts.--Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction: Welcome & Walter’s background01:20 – Why Sculpture? Childhood, realism, and philosophical roots04:09 – Studying Architecture and Encountering Objectivism06:25 – Move to Switzerland & Falling in Love with Sculpture07:46 – The Metaphysics of Sculpture vs. Painting09:51 – Plato, the Greeks, and the Heroic Ideal12:37 – Greek Sculpture and the Hellenistic Influence13:38 – Defining Influences: Michelangelo, Canova, Carpeaux15:59 – Why Sculpture Moved Walter More Than Painting18:07 – Painting vs. Sculpture: Technical & Emotional Dimensions20:46 – The Expense and Rarity of Great Sculpture21:24 – How to Engage with Sculpture in Museums24:32 – The Problem with Rushed Museum Visits26:48 – Deciding to Become a Sculptor at Age 2629:45 – Clarity Through Joy: Making the Career Decision31:53 – Early Career: Hard Work, Teaching, and Prometheus33:52 – Prometheus Unbound (1995): Heroism in Cement36:19 – Marketing with Low Budget Materials39:32 – Rand’s Influence: Hero Worship and Artistic Philosophy42:05 – Sophie: The Birth of Culture (1996)44:17 – Symbolism in Sophie: Knowledge, Honesty, and Triumph47:56 – Nudity and Truth in Sculpture49:18 – Romanticism and Capturing the Climactic Moment51:13 – Purpose: The Archer – Symbol of Rational Egoism54:49 – Technical Execution & Monumental Scale56:16 – The Real Adversary: Irrationality, Not Artists59:07 – The Giant of Cayalá: A Monument for the People1:02:07 – Symbolism in “Dawn”: Treasure, Joy, and Curiosity1:04:54 – Audience Reaction and Artist Fulfillment1:06:19 – Atlas Libertas at UFM and Objectivist Connections1:08:10 – Commission Process Inspired by the Renaissance1:10:00 – Two-Year Project: Don and the Atlas Working Method1:11:41 – Hidden Mystery: Is the Giant Fully Sculpted Below Ground?1:12:08 – Atlas: Pillar of the World (2021) – Meaning & Mythology1:16:56 – Struggle, Gravity, and the Entrepreneurs of the World1:18:55 – Technical Notes on Bronze and Shine1:20:51 – Final Reflections on Atlas and Artist Craftsmanship1:21:45 – Closing Reflections: The Journey, the Art, and the Message1:23:11 – Closing Advice: Pursue Goals with Joy & Study Philosophy1:24:48 – Gratitude, Outro, and Farewell
Why the Houthis Won’t Stop Attacking Israel Philosophy: I Need It 2025-01-04 | Read the essay version on Philosophy I Need It:philosophyineedit.com/p/why-the-houthis-wont-stopand-whatBecome a PINI member to support my content and gain early access:buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineedit
Becoming an Artist: The Philosophy of the Creative Life | Kelsy Landin – AD#12 Philosophy: I Need It 2024-11-17 | Check out Kelsy's website and follow his social media!Www.kelsylandin.comTT @landinartIG @landinartofficialYT @landinartThis is the 12th episode of Yonatan Daon's show "Art Discourse." For more content, please subscribe to "Philosophy: I Need It" substack: philosophyineedit.comBecome a PINI member to support my content and gain early access:buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineedit---Timestamps:Introduction and Goals of the Podcast (00:00-01:03)Overview of the episode’s focus on art and aesthetics.Yonatan's mission to inspire an aesthetic revolution.Kelsy’s Journey to Becoming an Artist (01:04-03:33)Kelsy shares her early motivations and influences.Her decision to pursue art based on her passion and a pivotal conversation with her mother.Early Challenges and Discovering Sculpture (03:34-05:22)Kelsy discusses her initial struggles and how she was introduced to sculpture.The transition from drawing to 3D art.The Struggle with Perfectionism (05:23-07:45)Kelsy reflects on perfectionism and its impact on her art and self-esteem.Insights on overcoming the need for perfection.Learning and Talent in Art (07:46-09:42)Kelsy’s views on natural talent versus learned skills.Advice for aspiring artists on learning and improving.First Steps in Creating Art (09:43-12:40)Encouragement for beginners to start creating without fear of judgment.The importance of self-expression in any form of art.Consistency and the Creative Process (12:41-17:28)Kelsy and Yonatan discuss the value of consistent creative output.The balance between prolific work and perfection.Philosophy and the Motivation for Art (17:29-24:08)The role of philosophy in Kelsy’s life and art.Why art should be an end in itself, not just a means to change the world.Art as Self-Expression (24:09-30:26)The link between art and self-discovery.Kelsy explains how art reflects an individual’s internal reality.Challenges of Vulnerability in Art (30:27-34:30)The psychological hurdles of sharing personal art.Handling rejection and finding your audience.The Concept of Beauty and Integrity in Art (34:31-43:57)Yonatan and Kelsy explore the definitions of beauty and integrity.How these concepts relate to both life and art.Purpose and Techniques in Art (43:58-45:04)Kelsy’s approach to integrating purpose and technical skill in her work.Art’s Power to Change the World (45:05-49:52)How art influences society and spreads powerful ideas.Examples of impactful art from history.Final Thoughts and Call to Action (49:53-54:15)Kelsy’s closing advice on following one’s interests and passions.Where to find Kelsy’s work online.
Why Should You Care About Art? | Yonatan Daon Philosophy: I Need It 2024-10-14 | Modern art has become a circus of absurdity, with bananas taped to walls selling for millions, while art’s true purpose is lost in mysticism. But art is far more than a joke—it reflects human values and greatness. In this engaging talk, we’ll reveal how art has drifted into chaos and lost its meaning.To build a better future, we must de-mystify art and reclaim it as a celebration of beauty and human flourishing.This lecture was presented at the University of Georgia in Tbilisi, Georgia, on September 21, 2024. It is based on the following essay:philosophyineedit.com/p/why-should-you-care-about-artBecome a PINI member to support my content and gain early access:buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineedit
Rembrandts World of Soul Penetrating Drama Philosophy: I Need It 2024-08-25 | The Dead Artists Society is a series dedicated to the specific exploration of amazing dead artists. Sign up for Luc's newsletter:touchingtheart.comYonatan's essay about Rembrandt:philosophyineedit.com/p/soulscapeWhy Should You Care About Art?philosophyineedit.com/p/why-should-you-care-about-artSupport Philosophy: I Need Itbuymeacoffee.com/philosophyineedit
Yonatan Daon | Ayn Rand Conference in Australia | The Vikki Campion Show Philosophy: I Need It 2024-08-05 | Learn more about the conference and apply for a scholarship here:events.aynrand.org/arcauSubscribe to my blog!philosophyineedit.com
Pieter Bruegel the Elder - Having Fun with Peasants Philosophy: I Need It 2024-07-28 | The Dead Artists Society is a series dedicated to the specific exploration of amazing dead artists. Today's topic was one of the most influential painters in history - Pieter Bruegel, the Elder.Luc's website:touchingtheart.comYonatan's essay about Bruegel:philosophyineedit.com/p/bruegelWhy Should You Care About Art?philosophyineedit.com/p/why-should-you-care-about-artSupport Philosophy: I Need Itbuymeacoffee.com/philosophyineedit
Eugène Delacroix - Chaos and Drama Philosophy: I Need It 2024-07-14 | The Dead Artists Society is a series dedicated to exploring amazing dead artists. Today's topic was Eugène Delacroix's world of chaos and drama.Luc's website:touchingtheart.comWhy Should You Care About Art?philosophyineedit.com/p/why-should-you-care-about-artSupport Philosophy: I Need Itbuymeacoffee.com/philosophyineedit
Caspar David Friedrich - Death and Contemplation Philosophy: I Need It 2024-06-30 | The Dead Artists Society is a series dedicated to the specific exploration of amazing dead artists. Today's topic was Yonatan's favourite painter - Caspar David Friedrich.Luc's website:touchingtheart.comWhy Should You Care About Art?philosophyineedit.com/p/why-should-you-care-about-artSupport Philosophy: I Need Itbuymeacoffee.com/philosophyineedit
Dead Artists Society | Vermeer: The Greatest of Them All? Philosophy: I Need It 2024-06-23 | Special thanks to the Dead Artists Society founders, Mark Da Cunha, Brandon Lisi, and Luc Travers, for making the event possible. This presentation is based on my article about Vermeer. Check it out here:philosophyineedit.com/p/vermeer-the-greatest-of-them-allBecome a PINI member to support my content and gain early access:buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineedit(00:00-00:53) Opening remarks and acknowledgements by the host, Brandon Lisi.(00:53-02:45) Poem recitation by Mark Da Cunha.(02:45-03:25) Brandon introduces Yonatan.(03:25-04:05) Yonatan's introduction to his talk.(04:05-04:45) Yonatan begins discussing Vermeer and his initial scepticism.(04:45-05:29) Historical context of Vermeer.(05:29-06:13) Yonatan explains the popularity of Vermeer's exhibition.(06:13-07:05) Discussion of Vermeer's meticulous process and limited number of works.(07:05-08:21) Analysis of the painting "The Milkmaid".(08:21-09:56) The significance of Vermeer's use of expensive colours.(09:56-10:31) Appreciation of Vermeer's focus on small, meticulous movements.(10:31-11:02) Discussion of "The Astronomer" painting.(11:02-11:38) Audience question about Vermeer's choice of colours.(11:38-12:10) Comparison between Vermeer and Rembrandt.(12:10-12:52) Further comparison with Rubens.(12:52-13:36) Analysis of another Vermeer painting with two people.(13:36-14:48) Further discussion on Vermeer's use of light and natural settings.(14:48-15:26) Reflection on Vermeer's portrayal of everyday moments.(15:26-16:08) Question about Yonatan's change of perspective on Vermeer.(16:08-17:20) Yonatan elaborates on his newfound appreciation of Vermeer.(17:20-18:02) Discussion of the elevation of mundane moments in Vermeer's work.(18:02-18:39) Additional comments from the audience.(18:39-19:18) Conclusion of the formal presentation.(19:18-20:49) Brandon invites questions and additional audience participation.(20:49-21:28) Audience question about Rand's view on Vermeer.(21:28-22:53) Audience question about the cost of Vermeer's materials.(22:53-24:00) Discussion of Vermeer's selective recreation of reality.(24:00-24:36) Brandon reads Rand's comments on Vermeer from the Romantic Manifesto.(24:36-25:37) Further discussion on Vermeer's meticulous placement of elements in his paintings.(25:37-26:27) Audience question about the placement of elements in Vermeer's work.(26:27-27:45) Audience question about Vermeer's painting process.(27:45-28:41) Audience questions about symbolism in Vermeer's work.(28:41-29:17) Audience questions about Yonatan's personal journey with Vermeer.(29:17-30:47) Yonatan explains his experience of seeing Vermeer's work in person.(30:47-31:17) Yonatan describes the impact of seeing Vermeer's paintings up close.(31:17-32:05) Closing remarks by the Brandon and Yonatan.
Goethe Between Worlds: Romanticism and Classicism | Nicolas Krusek – AD #11 Philosophy: I Need It 2024-06-09 | Special thanks to Nicolas Krusek! Nicolas' OCON 2023 talk about Wagner:youtu.be/V8oRWJPCwCkThe previous Art Discourse episode with Nicolas Krusek about musicyoutu.be/kbj6S3mRSsU?si=tI6JZMMenK6VVa6bThis is the 11th episode of Yonatan Daon's show "Art Discourse." For more content, please subscribe to "Philosophy: I Need It" substack: philosophyineedit.comBecome a PINI member to support my content and gain early access:buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineeditIntroduction (00:00-01:00)Purpose of the Nicolas's talk about Faust (01:01-01:40)Discussion about Nicholas' upcoming talk at the Objectivist conference in Anaheim, California.Introduction to Goethe's "Faust" (01:41-02:47)Background on "Faust" and its significance in German Romanticism.Comparison to other Romantics like Victor Hugo and Dostoevsky.Sturm und Drang Movement (02:48-04:04)Explanation of the Sturm und Drang movement.Goethe's role and his work "The Sorrows of Young Werther".Goethe's Early Success and Literary Impact (04:05-07:35)Goethe's early works and their impact.His rise to fame and influence on German literature.Goethe's Later Life and Interests (07:36-08:53)Goethe's tour of Italy and his classical influences.His scientific pursuits and diverse interests.Transition from Sturm und Drang to Classicism (08:54-11:20)Goethe's shift from Romanticism to a more classical approach.His evolving view of Schiller and collaboration.Goethe's Pantheism and Broader Influences (11:21-12:33)Goethe's philosophical influences, particularly Spinoza.His interest in various cultural and religious traditions.Overview of "Faust" Plot and Themes (12:34-17:05)Detailed explanation of the plot and themes of "Faust".Comparison to earlier versions of the Faust legend.Thematic Elements of "Faust" (17:06-20:00)Discussion on volition and choice in "Faust".The relationship between reason and emotion in the story.Relevance of Goethe's Work Today (20:01-24:06)The universal themes in Goethe's work and their contemporary relevance.Impact on other art forms, including music and visual arts.Romanticism and the Sublime (24:07-34:17)The concept of the sublime in Romanticism.Its representation in "Faust" and other works.Nietzsche and Wagner's Influence (34:18-47:25)Nietzsche's relationship with Wagner and Goethe.Philosophical and cultural connections.Music Inspired by Goethe's "Faust" (47:26-59:59)Recommendations for music related to "Faust" by Schubert, Wagner, Schumann, and Mahler.Analysis of Liszt's "Faust Symphony".Conclusion and Final Thoughts (1:00:00-1:01:41)
German Romanticism Explained: Goethe, Heine, Schiller | Deborah Ryszka – AD #10 Philosophy: I Need It 2024-03-31 | Special thanks to Dr. Deborah Ryszka! This is the 10th episode of Yonatan Daon's show "Art Discourse." For more content, please subscribe to "Philosophy: I Need It" substack: philosophyineedit.comBecome a PINI member to support my content and gain early access:buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineeditTimestamps:00:00 - Intro00:49 - What is Romanticism08:29 - The Sorrows of Young Werther12:04 - Return to nature14:47 - Goethe's Poem "Das Göttliche" - nature and the sublime20:51 - The link to envoirmentalism23:57 - Heinrich Heine - on independance and "Overcoming Romanticism"29:34 - Yearning for the imossible33:52 - Why Romanticism is viciously attacked by many40:31 - Was Romanticism anti-enlightenment?44:38 - Romanticism and Socialism49:30 - A bit on Schiller51:34 - Recommendations for great examples of German Romanticism 58:06 - Final call to action
The Biggest Self Hating Jew Philosophy: I Need It 2024-03-28 | #arcuk #TheRealityShow The full episode is titled: "Israel Is Alone—And That’s a Good Thing" on the Ayn Rand Centre UK's channel
What Makes Great Theatre? Passion, Performance & Philosophy | Ann Ciccolella – AD #9 Philosophy: I Need It 2023-11-20 | Special thanks to Ann Ciccolella. Please check out her website here:http://www.austinshakespeare.orgThis is the 9th episode of Yonatan Daon's show "Art Discourse." For more content, please subscribe to "Philosophy: I Need It" substack: philosophyineedit.comBecome a PINI member to support my content and gain early access:buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineeditAnn's recommendations:1. Leonard Peikoff Great Plays youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqsoWxJ-qmMt6nr3X7G6LdQsprbhT-nmI&si=vPLeS3_ZkaDwfYuk2. Romeo and Juliet, directed by ZeffirelliTimestamps:00:00 - Intro00:58 - What is a play?02:02 - Conflict as the main issue in a play02:47 - Yonatan and his minimal experience with theatre04:32 - Reading vs. Seeing a play06:38 - Ann's relationship with theatre10:35 - What makes a play unique in terms of the creative process?13:07 - Rehearsals15:18 - What makes a play unique in terms of the viewer's experience 17:24 - On different genres 19:45 - Musicals and Opera 24:50 - The Sublime and theatre 30:13 - Night of January the 16th and other plays by Rand36:11 - European plays and a bit about paintings 42:12 - Adaptations44:44 - On Shakespeare50:20 - Final call to action
About Van Goghs Love of Nature #art #vangogh #vincentvangogh Philosophy: I Need It 2023-09-28 | Read my essay about Van Gogh here:pint.substack.com/p/vangogh
Why Do We Need Heroes? - Yaron Brook Philosophy: I Need It 2023-09-12 | This is a short clip from the Art Discourse episode with Dr. Yaron Brook. To watch the full episode, click here:youtu.be/-dCQuH4ukdQ?si=wS9Xy8SRXFhjIyMVFor more content, check out Philosophy I Need It on substack:pint.substack.comBecome a PINI member to support my content and gain early access:buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineedit#art #yaronbrookshow #aynrand #objectivism #heroic #heroes #why #need #yaronbrook
When Does Art Stop Being Art? - Yonatan Daon Philosophy: I Need It 2023-09-04 | This is a video essay based on my original article, "The Borderline Case - When Does Art Stop Being Art?"The full essay:pint.substack.com/p/the-borderline-caseBecome a PINI member to support my content and gain early access:buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineedit#art #objectivism #modernart #pollock #cezanne #monet #impressionism #expressionism
What is a Sense of Life - Yaron Brook Philosophy: I Need It 2023-09-03 | This is a short clip from the Art Discourse episode with Dr. Yaron Brook. To watch the full episode, click here:youtu.be/-dCQuH4ukdQ?si=wS9Xy8SRXFhjIyMVFor more content, check out Philosophy I Need It on substack:pint.substack.comBecome a PINI member to support my content and gain early access:buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineedit#art #yaronbrookshow #aynrand #objectivism #senseoflife #romanticmenifesto
The Meaning Behind Flower Paintings - Yaron Brook Philosophy: I Need It 2023-09-02 | This is a short clip from the Art Discourse episode with Dr. Yaron Brook. To watch the full episode, click here:youtu.be/-dCQuH4ukdQ?si=wS9Xy8SRXFhjIyMVFor more content, check out Philosophy I Need It on substack:pint.substack.comBecome a PINI member to support my content and gain early access:buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineedit#flowers #art #stilllife #flowerpainting #yaronbrookshow #aynrand #objectivism
What Is Art? Ayn Rand’s Aesthetics & the Purpose of Beauty | Yaron Brook – AD #8 Philosophy: I Need It 2023-08-28 | A special thanks to Dr. Yaron Brook for his participation. His YouTube:youtube.com/@UCabMx-URCjr2toe9wOE3Y-Q This is the 8th episode of Yonatan Daon's show "Art Discourse." For more content, please subscribe to "Philosophy: I Need It" substack: philosophyineedit.comBecome a PINI member to support my content and gain early access:buymeacoffee.com/philosophyineeditTimestamps:00:00 - Intro01:19 - What is art?08:23 - The universality of art14:46 - The connection between art and epistemology19:41 - Art and sense of life23:21 - Is art always representative of the artist's sense of life?25:00 - On the selfishness of art and how to properly expeirence it?34:21 - Why do we need heroes and why are they so interwoven into art?36:50 - What is it about beauty?42:42 - The sublime45:43 - Why does Yaron talk about art?48:17 - Classical music and how it's different from contemporary music57:26 - Some of Yaron's favorite art works1:03:56 - Final call to action
Where’s the Adult in the Room? Culture, Comedy & Chaos | Rucka Rucka Ali – AD #7 Philosophy: I Need It 2023-02-02 | A special thanks to Rucka for his participation. Please check Rucka out:youtube.com/@itsRucka @itsRucka This is the 7th episode of Yonatan Daon's show "Art Discourse." For more content, please subscribe to "Philosophy: I Need It" substack: philosophyineedit.comTimestamps:00:00 - Intro00:35 - Are you an artist? 03:13 - Why comedy?04:54 - Is creating more about the process or about the result? 07:02 - The magic of video editing10:41 - The creative process of a lyricist14:25 - What is the "absurd"?25:35 - Why the focus on social commentary? 28:14 - In defense of modern art34:00 - The difference between contemporary versus classical music 40:16 - What's the point of this show?44:30 - On writing and postmodern theories about art47:44 - On "Beavis and Butt-head" 49:08 - Why we need an adult in the room
How to Truly Enjoy Art: Meaning, Emotion & Looking with Purpose | Luc Travers – AD #6 Philosophy: I Need It 2022-10-07 | A special thanks to Luc Travers for his participation. Please check Luc out:touchingtheart.comThis is the 6th episode of Yonatan Daon's show "Art Discourse." For more content, please subscribe to "Philosophy: I Need It" substack: philosophyineedit.comTimestamps:00:00 - Intro02:10 - What is Art?06:40 - The esthetic experience09:42 - Art vs. other esthetical objects16:05 - The Art experience29:30 - Art as a means for emotional affirmation 32:39 - Difference between visual arts and music35:05 - Paintings and nostalgia 36:15 - Paintings give us time to think38:33 - Enjoying Art40:43 - Art as a unique historical perspective41:48 - Art and drama43:01 - Art as means to self-reflection45:11 - What functions are crucial to Art?46:24 - Is still life Art?57:59 - The sublime1:10:55 - Conclusion
Is Architecture Really Art? Form, Function & Beauty | Franco Di Nardo – AD #5 Philosophy: I Need It 2022-08-21 | This is the 5th episode of Yonatan Daon's show "Art Discourse." For more content, please subscribe to "Philosophy: I Need It" substack: pint.substack.comSpecial Thanks to Franco Di Nardo. Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:28 - What is Architecture? And is it a form of art?03:28 - What is the difference between Architecture and other forms of art?06:23 - And what can be considered good Architecture? 12:22 - Beauty in Architecture15:55 - When does Architecture cease to be art?19:40 - The Architect's dilemma22:29 - The ancient Greek approach to Architecture24:30 - The Roman approach to Architecture29:11 - Renaissance Architecture33:39 - Medival VS Renaissance Architecture36:25 - Perspective in Architecture39:34 - Antoni Gaudi's unique approach to Architecture46:57 - The importance of paying attention to details49:01 - Good Contemporary Architecture58:15 - Outro
Lyrics, POP vs Classical, and the Language of Music | Gabriel Harrison – AD #4 Philosophy: I Need It 2022-06-20 | This is the 4th episode of Yonatan Daon's show "Aesthetics Decentralized". For more content please subscribe to "Philosophy: I Need It" substack: pint.substack.comSpecial Thanks to Gabriel Harrison. Check him out: His Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UCkJszYpr5m-irlXLf45gFIAFacebook: www.Facebook.com/GabrielMusicMakerWebsite: www.GabrielMusicMaker.comTimestamps: 00:00 - Intro01:24 - How to create music? 02:50 - What are musical ideas? 04:37 - The creative process10:29 - Difference between writing for different instruments12:24 - What makes good music good? 21:36 - What is the purpose of music?25:27 - Pop music31:43 - The meaning of lyrics40:44 - What's good about Pop music?45:15 - The "selfish" aspect of Pop music47:53 - Is Pop music possible in an altruistic society? 50:54 - A major difference between music and other forms of art54:46 - Art as a means to change the culture
Thomas Aquinas - The Liberator of Reason from Faith | Yonatan Daon Philosophy: I Need It 2022-06-17 | This talk was given by Yonatan Daon as a part of the "Libtalk" session during the 8th Freedom Conference in Israel (14.6.22)."Philosophy: I Need It" substack: pint.substack.com
The Sublime in Music: Beauty, Emotion, and the Role of Art | Nicolas Krusek – AD #2 Philosophy: I Need It 2022-04-29 | Thanks to Nicolas Krusek for being a part of Aesthetics Decentralized. Nicolas's playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsSCSwDyXV5MwqhFb1eZa0N2fmTmLTkO2Subscribe to Philosophy I Need It on substack: pint.substack.comTime Stamps:0:00 - Intro1:40 - Is There a right or wrong way to listen to classical music?3:34 - Where should a beginner start? 6:28 - How to diversify9:45 - Live concerts11:02 - Government Funding12:40 - Beauty in Music16:03 - Where are the new revolutionary composers? 20:28 - The breach between the artist and the public25:25 - The Sublime34:44 - Gustav Muller35:36 - Beethoven37:18- Art's profound effect on one's psychology38:49 - How the composer's use of an orchestra can be used in order to achieve beauty42:05- Art as perceptual and how to evaluate a work of music44:38 - The connection between music and other forms of art47:41 - The "Total Work of Art" 48:48 - Cancel culture and classical music52:06 - Conclusion
