Are philosophy and literature really so different? Dave takes on this question, and a number of others, with the help of German literature scholar and visiting assistant professor of German studies at Whitman College, Rob Mottram. Rob and Dave cover the possibility of tossing out the philosophy/literature distinction altogether, the history and magical power of the novel, the relationship between philosophy and religion, the art of wearing the same clothing for many years, and Rob’s approach to reading as a way of thinking other people’s thoughts.

Rob’s recommendations:

Gustav Mahler’s 9th Symphony

Apocalypse Now

Adalbert Stifter’s Limestone

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