Directed by Martijn Tervoort • Documentary • With Chiara Robbiano • 2019 • 35 minutes
The students talk with intercultural philosopher Chiara Robbiano about how systems of value are determined and personal goals are set. Professor Robbiano advocates for the value of an open dialogue in order to work through and better determine what one wants their system of value to be. The students discuss the need to find a balance between individual choice and commitment to one’s community and family. Finally, the group discusses how these questions have different dimensions depending on one’s unique cultural context.
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The students talk with philosopher Peter Hershock, who approaches questions of consciousness from a Buddhist perspective. Professor Hershock argues that the thought process constitutes a sixth sense, the same...
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Food for Thought - Humanity in One Po...
Directed by Martijn Tervoort • Documentary • With Hadeer Aboelnagah • 2019 • 36 minutes
The students talk with philosopher Hadeer Abo El Nagah and her daughter Mawadah, who discuss what the practice of Islam mean for them. What does feminism mean in the Islamic world? How can one’s self concepti...
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Food for Thought - The Art of Not Sti...
Directed by Martijn Tervoort • Documentary • With Sarah Flavel • 2019 • 35 minutes
The students talk with Daoist philosopher Sarah Flavel, who focuses on the concept of Wu-Wei, or “non-action.” How can these young students learn to influence a situation by choosing to move along with the flow of...
