Togetherness with Dan Zahavi

In this episode of Overthink, co-hosts Dr. Ellie Anderson and Dr. David Peña-Guzman explore the concept of togetherness, reflecting on their experiences recording the podcast remotely versus in person, and the impact of technology on communication and feelings of connection. They discuss Sherry Turkle's "Alone Together" and the ambiguities of online interactions, especially with AI. The hosts then interview Professor Dan Zahavi, author of "Being We: Phenomenological Contributions to Social Ontology," about the relationship between the self and sociality, the importance of distinguishing between different types of "we," and the role of empathy and face-to-face interactions in breaking down prejudices. Zahavi also touches on national identity, the fragility of communal bonds, and the significance of respecting the autonomy of others in intimate relationships.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction and Communication

Part 2: Dimensions of Identity and Sociality

Part 3: Political and Social Implications

Part 4: Collective Intentionality and Conclusion

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Part 1: Introduction and Communication

Introduction to Togetherness: Remote vs. In-Person Recording and Communication

The Ambiguity of Communication and the Internalization of Others

The Self and Sociality: An Introduction to Dan Zahavi's "Being We"

Part 2: Dimensions of Identity and Sociality

Minimal Self vs. Social Self: Two Dimensions of Identity

Shared Experiences and the Importance of the Self

Gerda Walter's Phenomenology of the "We"

Part 3: Political and Social Implications

Communal Togetherness and Political Polarization

National Identity, Immigration, and the Phenomenological View of Empathy

Expressive Understanding and Dyadic Relationships

Love, Autonomy, and the Intertwining of Lives

Part 4: Collective Intentionality and Conclusion

Collective Intentionality and the Boundaries of the Self

Conclusion and Announcements

Togetherness with Dan Zahavi

Overthink

Part 1: Introduction and Communication

00:17Introduction to Togetherness: Remote vs. In-Person Recording and Communication

Introduction to Togetherness: Remote vs. In-Person Recording and Communication

05:00The Ambiguity of Communication and the Internalization of Others

The Ambiguity of Communication and the Internalization of Others

11:25The Self and Sociality: An Introduction to Dan Zahavi's "Being We"

The Self and Sociality: An Introduction to Dan Zahavi's "Being We"

Part 2: Dimensions of Identity and Sociality

17:07Minimal Self vs. Social Self: Two Dimensions of Identity

Minimal Self vs. Social Self: Two Dimensions of Identity

23:00Shared Experiences and the Importance of the Self

Shared Experiences and the Importance of the Self

25:04Gerda Walter's Phenomenology of the "We"

Gerda Walter's Phenomenology of the "We"

Part 3: Political and Social Implications

31:02Communal Togetherness and Political Polarization

Communal Togetherness and Political Polarization

35:15National Identity, Immigration, and the Phenomenological View of Empathy

National Identity, Immigration, and the Phenomenological View of Empathy

40:28Expressive Understanding and Dyadic Relationships

Expressive Understanding and Dyadic Relationships

44:38Love, Autonomy, and the Intertwining of Lives

Love, Autonomy, and the Intertwining of Lives

Part 4: Collective Intentionality and Conclusion

51:14Collective Intentionality and the Boundaries of the Self

Collective Intentionality and the Boundaries of the Self

57:25Conclusion and Announcements

Conclusion and Announcements