Philosophy In Action Podcast (MP3)

In this 27 June 2012 episode of Philosophy in Action Radio, philosopher Dr. Diana Brickell interviewed Jenn Casey and Kelly Elmore about "Parenting without Punishment." Topics discussed include: * What it means to "parent without punishment * Parenting without punishment for toddlers * Dealing with dishonesty in kids * Kids wanting praise * Kids who won't go to sleep * Positive discipline from birth * Setting limits based on adult preferences * Teenagers breaking curfew * What's wrong with rewards * Summing up For more from Dr. Diana Brickell on the application rational principles to the challenges of real life, visit Philosophy in Action: http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com

Philosopher Dr. Diana Hsieh applies rational principles to the challenges of real life at Philosophy in Action: http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com In this 24 June 2012 episode of Philosophy in Action Radio, she discussed corporal punishment of kids, parenting as a central purpose, compartmentalized cheating, something greater than yourself, and more. * Introduction (0:00) * Question 1: Corporal Punishment of Kids (2:39) * Question 2: Parenting as a Central Purpose (27:47) * Question 3: Compartmentalized Cheating (37:44) * Question 4: Something Greater than Yourself (44:27) * Rapid Fire Questions (54:17) * Conclusion (1:05:34)

In this 24 June 2012 episode of Philosophy in Action Radio, Philosopher Dr. Diana Brickell discussed corporal punishment of kids, parenting as a central purpose, compartmentalized cheating, something greater than yourself, and more. * Introduction (0:00) * Question 1: Corporal Punishment of Kids (2:39) * Question 2: Parenting as a Central Purpose (27:47) * Question 3: Compartmentalized Cheating (37:44) * Question 4: Something Greater than Yourself (44:27) * Rapid Fire Questions (54:17) * Conclusion (1:05:34) For more from Dr. Diana Brickell on the application rational principles to the challenges of real life, visit Philosophy in Action: http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com

Philosopher Dr. Diana Hsieh applies rational principles to the challenges of real life at Philosophy in Action: http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com In this 20 June 2012 episode of Philosophy in Action Radio, she discussed "Why Style Matters" with Miranda Barzey and live callers. Topics discussed include: * Style versus fashion * Why style matters * Too little versus too much concern for style * The steps of revamping your wardrobe * Managing your wardrobe through weigh fluctuations on a limited budget * Recommended stores (Kohl's, Macy’s, and JC Penny) * Shopping online * The services of Redress Style Consulting * Being purposeful about your style

In this 20 June 2012 episode of Philosophy in Action Radio, philosopher Dr. Diana Brickell interviewed Miranda Barzey about "Why Style Matters." Topics discussed include: * Style versus fashion * Why style matters * Too little versus too much concern for style * The steps of revamping your wardrobe * Managing your wardrobe through weigh fluctuations on a limited budget * Recommended stores (Kohl's, Macy’s, and JC Penny) * Shopping online * The services of Redress Style Consulting * Being purposeful about your style For more from Dr. Diana Brickell on the application rational principles to the challenges of real life, visit Philosophy in Action: http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com

In this 17 June 2012 episode of Philosophy in Action Radio, Philosopher Dr. Diana Brickell discussed objectively assessing yourself, friendships with subordinates at work, keeping up with the news, child labor laws, and more. * Introduction (0:00) * Question 1: Objectively Assessing Yourself (3:42) * Question 2: Friendships with Subordinates at Work (17:40) * Question 3: Keeping Up with the News (33:17) * Question 4: Child Labor Laws (45:25) * Rapid Fire Questions (59:51) * Conclusion (1:11:12) For more from Dr. Diana Brickell on the application rational principles to the challenges of real life, visit Philosophy in Action: http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com

Philosopher Dr. Diana Hsieh applies rational principles to the challenges of real life at Philosophy in Action: http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com In this 17 June 2012 episode of Philosophy in Action Radio, she discussed objectively assessing yourself, friendships with subordinates at work, keeping up with the news, child labor laws, and more. * Introduction (0:00) * Question 1: Objectively Assessing Yourself (3:42) * Question 2: Friendships with Subordinates at Work (17:40) * Question 3: Keeping Up with the News (33:17) * Question 4: Child Labor Laws (45:25) * Rapid Fire Questions (59:51) * Conclusion (1:11:12)

Philosopher Dr. Diana Hsieh applies rational principles to the challenges of real life at Philosophy in Action: http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com In this 13 June 2012 episode of Philosophy in Action Radio, she discussed "Morality without God" with live callers. Topics discussed include: * The error of thinking that morality requires God * The factual basis of morality * The difficulties of practicing religious ethics * Addressing the moral concerns of religious family members * Judging the "prosperity gospel"

In this 13 June 2012 episode of Philosophy in Action Radio, philosopher Dr. Diana Brickell discussed "Morality without God" with listeners. Topics discussed include: * The error of thinking that morality requires God * The factual basis of morality * The difficulties of practicing religious ethics * Addressing the moral concerns of religious family members * Judging the "prosperity gospel" For more from Dr. Diana Brickell on the application rational principles to the challenges of real life, visit Philosophy in Action: http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com

Philosopher Dr. Diana Hsieh applies rational principles to the challenges of real life for Philosophy in Action: http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com In this 10 June 2012 episode of Q&A Radio, she discussed staying objective, deliberately unhealthy choices, consuming celebrity news, refuting Marxist arguments, and more. * Introduction (0:00) * Question 1: Staying Objective (3:18) * Question 2: Deliberately Unhealthy Choices (25:10) * Question 3: Consuming Celebrity News (35:40) * Question 4: Refuting Marxist Arguments (45:36) * Rapid Fire Questions (58:29) * Conclusion (1:02:14)

In this 10 June 2012 episode of Philosophy in Action Radio, Philosopher Dr. Diana Brickell discussed staying objective, deliberately unhealthy choices, consuming celebrity news, refuting Marxist arguments, and more. * Introduction (0:00) * Question 1: Staying Objective (3:18) * Question 2: Deliberately Unhealthy Choices (25:10) * Question 3: Consuming Celebrity News (35:40) * Question 4: Refuting Marxist Arguments (45:36) * Rapid Fire Questions (58:29) * Conclusion (1:02:14) For more from Dr. Diana Brickell on the application rational principles to the challenges of real life, visit Philosophy in Action: http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com

Philosopher Diana Hsieh answers questions on practical ethics and living well in a live call-in radio show on Wednesday evening. For details, visit: http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com/ The theme this week was "Communication in Management." Santiago Valenzuela was the special guest. * The three purposes of communication in management * Giving "feedback" to directs * Meeting "one-on-one" with directs * Communicating with managers too much or too little

In this 6 June 2012 episode of Philosophy in Action Radio, philosopher Dr. Diana Brickell interviewed Santiago Valenzuela about "Communication in Management." Topics discussed include: * The three purposes of communication in management * Giving "feedback" to directs * Meeting "one-on-one" with directs * Communicating with managers too much or too little For more from Dr. Diana Brickell on the application rational principles to the challenges of real life, visit Philosophy in Action: http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com

Philosopher Diana Hsieh answers questions on practical ethics and living well in a live Q&A Radio every Sunday morning. For details, visit: http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com/ This week, she discussed responding to irrational discussion tactics, what to do if ObamaCare is upheld, taking criticism well, United States as a Christian nation, and more. * Introduction (0:00) * Question 1: Responding to Irrational Discussion Tactics (4:19) * Question 2: What To Do If ObamaCare Is Upheld (18:59) * Question 3: Taking Criticism Well (33:20) * Question 4: United States as a Christian Nation (49:53) * Rapid Fire Questions (1:04:10) * Conclusion (1:08:11)

In this 3 June 2012 episode of Philosophy in Action Radio, Philosopher Dr. Diana Brickell discussed responding to irrational discussion tactics, what to do if ObamaCare is upheld, taking criticism well, United States as a Christian nation, and more. * Introduction (0:00) * Question 1: Responding to Irrational Discussion Tactics (4:19) * Question 2: What To Do If ObamaCare Is Upheld (18:59) * Question 3: Taking Criticism Well (33:20) * Question 4: United States as a Christian Nation (49:53) * Rapid Fire Questions (1:04:10) * Conclusion (1:08:11) For more from Dr. Diana Brickell on the application rational principles to the challenges of real life, visit Philosophy in Action: http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com