Boorstin, Daniel J., THE SEEKERS, SoundDelux Audio Publishing, Novato, California, 1998- Boorstin takes on yet another global project, examining the works, thoughts and writings of Western philosophers, historians and scientists. Included in this magnum opus are excerpts from Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Marx, Machiavelli and Einstein. Reading like a college-level "Great Thinkers" text, Boorstin's book is presented by Denis deBoisblanc.  4 tapes

Campbell, Joseph, Hero With A Thousand Faces, Bollingen Foundation, Inc. 1949, Audio Renaissance Tapes, 1989, 1990- Campbell's unique perspectives examine the world's complex and interwoven mythology, folklore and religion, providing an understanding of the essence and genesis of humanness. Blum allows the listener to focus on the content of Campbell's words. 4 tapes

Campbell, Tom. THE WISDOM OF JOSEPH CAMPBELL In Conversation with Michael Toms, New Dimensions, 1997. Campbell brings us in touch with our mythic heritage as he and Toms generate an infectious excitement as they delve into the far reaches of meaning and thought (4 cassettes).

Capaldi, Nicholas; THE GIANTS OF PHILOSOPOHY: DAVID HUME, Carmichael & Carmichael, Inc., Nashville, TN 1990- A presentation on David Hume (1711-1776) who sought to create a comprehensive "science of man" in order to understand human nature and human actions. 3 hours

Compton, John; THE GIANTS OF PHILOSOPHY: JEAN-PAUL SARTRE, Carmichael & Carmichael, Inc., Nashville, TN, 1991- Dramatic presentation of Jean-Paul Sartre (1905-1980), a French philosopher and advocate of existentialism. 3 hours

Connell, George; THE GIANTS OF PHILOSOPHY: SOREN KIERKEGAARD, Carmichael & Carmichael, Inc., Nashville, TN, 1991- A presentation on Soren Kierkegaard (1813-1855), a thinker of deep religious devotion who believed truth is a subjective reality which we must live, not simply something to consider and discuss. 3 hours

Cook, Thomas; THE GIANTS OF PHILOSOPHY: BARUCH SPINOZA, Carmichael & Carmichael, Inc., Nashville, TN, 1990- A presentation on Baruch Spinoza (1632-1677), a Jew who lived in Holland and was excommunicated because of the unorthodox view he took of God. 3 hours

Dobbs- Weinstein, Idit; THE WORLD OF PHILOSOPHY: MAIMONIDES AND MEDIEVAL JEWISH PHILOSOPHY, Carmichael & Carmichael, Inc., Nashville, TN, 1996- Discusses Medieval Jewish philosophy from Philo of Judea to Maimonides and its influence on much subsequent philosophy. 3 hours

Fulghum, Robert, UN-OH; SOME OBSERVATIONS FROM BOTH SIDES OF THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR, Random House, New York, NY 1991, A collection of essays reflecting on the wonder of ordinary things. Offers an inspiring upbeat message.

Fuller, Buckminster, A PRIMER CONVERSATION, New Dimensions Foundation, 1988. Informal dialogue introducing "Bucky's" visionary world

Fuller, Buckminster, THE 50-YEAR EXPERIMENT, New Dimensions Foundation, 1988. Documents the life and work of Buckminster Fuller and speaks about the crucial issues of our day. Includes commentary on Fuller's scientific and spiritual contributions.

Fuller, Buckminster, Is There Enough To Go Around?, New Dimensions Foundation, 1988. A hopeful and inspiring picture by a great humanitarian-philosopher-scientist of our time. Presents a tour de force on the history of civilization and the limits of our planet's resources.

Fuller, Buckminster, AROUND THE UNIVERSE,  New Dimensions Foundation,  San Francisco, CA, 1995, Bucky describes cosmic cost accounting being a “comprehensivist” rather than a specialist, doing more with less, free thinking, experiential knowledge and the ultimate challenge to the future of humanity.  2 hours

Gaskill, Thomas; AVICENNA AND MEDIEVAL MUSLIM PHILOSOPHY, Carmichael & Carmichel, Inc., 1996- A presentation on Avicenna and Averros, Muslim thinkers who produced philosophical systems that rival the greatest intellectual structures ever built. 3 hours

Gimbutas, Marija, THE AGE OF THE GREAT GODDESS, Sounds True Recordings, Boulder, CO, 1992. Uncovers the rich world of Europe's early Goddess culture. Discusses the language and symbols of the goddess culture and the reemerging forces today. Interview by Kell Kearns (2 cassettes, total 2 hours, 20 min.)

Gould, Stephen Jay, FULL HOUSE, Dove Audio, 1996. Focuses on the nature of excellence and the misperception that progress is inevitable and that trends are either good trends or bad trends. Here, Gould examines our current interpretation of data and trends and offers a different way to look at the phenomenon of trends that would lead to better science and social policy (6 cassettes, total 9 hours).

Gray, Leslie, ON THE WAY TO WISDOM, New Dimensions, Ukiah, California, 1999- Radio Interview with Leslie Gray. one cassette

Hale, Daryl; THE WORLD OF PHILOSOPHY: STOICS AND EPICUREANS, Carmichael & Carmichael, Inc., Nashville, TN, 1995- Discusses the Stoics and Epicureans, two schools influenced by the philosophy of Socrates. The Stoics stressed understanding, self-control and inner peace as the greatest human achievements. The Epicureans disagreed, instead affirming that quiet pleasures are the best road to fulfillment. 3 hours

Jaye, Aye, THE GOLDEN RULE OF SCHMOOZING, Listen and Live Audio, Inc., 1998. Schmoozing is all about treating others well. Helps you discover the tools to develop happier, healthier relationships with the people in your life, including those you have just met (2 cassettes, approx 3 hours).

Kosko, Bart, FUZZY THINKING, Audio Literature, Berkeley, CA, 1995, Embraces both yin and yang, opens our minds to the ambiguity of existence, and allows computers to reason with vague concepts like “somewhat cool” or “very slow”.  Challenges the very basis of contemporary culture and technology.  3 hours

Kurzweil, Ray; THE AGE OF SPIRITUAL MACHINES: WHEN COMPUTERS EXCEED HUMAN INTELLIGENCE, Ray Kurzweil, Penguin AudioBooks, 1998- The author guides us through the inexorable advances that will result in computers exceeding the memory capacity and computational ability of the human brain.  2 tapes/3 hours

Lang, Berel; THE GIANTS OF PHILOSOPHY: PLATO, Carmichael & Carmichael, Inc., 1990- Presentation on Plato (424-348 B.C.), who was the first person to organize and record the issues and questions that define philosophy. 3 hours

Layne, McAvoy; MARK TWAIN WILD HUMORIST OF THE WEST, McAvoy Layne, The Audio Partners Publishing Corp., 1995- The fascinating life of storyteller and humorist Mark Twain is revealed in this one-man performance based on Twain’s writings. It follows Twain’s experiences from life on the Mississippi to the Nevada silver mines.  2 tapes/ 2 hours and 45 minutes

Mandt, A.J.; THE GIANTS OF PHILOSOPHY: IMMANUEL KANT, Carmichael & Carmichael, Inc., Nashville, TN, 1990- A presentation on the German Enlightenment philosopher, Immanuel Kant (1724-1804) who believed that reason is the most fundamental human faculty. 3 hours

McInerny, Ralph. DUNS SCOTUS AND MEDIEVAL CHRISTIANITY (The World of Philosophy). Such masters as Duns Scotus developed sophisticated systems to help us understand human nature, the physical world, and how God relates to each (2 cassettes).

Michener, James, THIS NOBLE LAND: MY VISION FOR AMERICA, Audio Renaissance, Los Angeles, CA 1996, Draws on both the lessons of history and the observations of a lifetime to outline key problems it is crucial that America address.

Negroponte, Nicholas; Jillette, Penn; BEING DIGITAL, Nicholas Negroponte, Random House AudioBooks, 1995- The author talks about the coming revolution in information technology that will liberate computers from the confines of keyboards and screens into objects we talk to, drive with, touch, or even wear. 1 tape/72 minutes

O'Connell, R.J.; THE GIANTS OF PHILOSOPHY: ST. AGUSTINE, Carmichael & Carmichael, Inc., Nashville, TN, 1990- A presentation on St. Agustine (354-430 A.D.), who was a key figure in the transition from classical antiquity to the middle ages. 3 hours

Sartwell, Crispin; THE WORLD OF PHILOSOPHY: CONFUCIUS, LAO TZU AND CHINESE PHILOSOPHY, Carmichael and Carmichael, Inc., Nashville, TN, 1996- A presentation of Confucius and Lao Tzu, China's two greatest philosophers, whose wisdom has shaped Eastern cultures over the centuries. 3 hours

Schacht, Richard; THE GIANTS OF PHILOSOPHY: FRIEDRICH NIETZSCHE, Carmichael & Carmichael, Inc., Nashville, TN, 1991- A presentation on Friedrich Nietzsche who condemned nearly all of the religious and philosophical thought of his day in blunt terms. He believed the only reality is this world of life and death, conflict and change, creation and destruction. 3 hours

Schmitz, Kenneth L.; THE GIANTS OF PHILOSOPHY: ST. THOMAS AQUINAS, Carmichael & Carmichael, Inc., Nashville, TN, 1991- Dramatic presentation of St. Thomas Aquinas who produced summations of the facts of faith and knowledge. His aim was to reconcile the best of the ancient world with the Divine wisdom revealed in the Bible. 3 hours

Sessions, George, DEEP ECOLOGY FOR THE 21ST CENTURY, New Dimensions, Ukiah, California, 1999- Radio Interview with George Sessions. two cassettes

Smith, John E.; THE GIANTS OF PHILOSOPHY: GEORG WILHELM FRIEDRICH HEGEL, Carmichael & Carmichael, Inc., Nashville, TN, 1990- A presentation on Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel who created a vast speculative and idealistic philosophy, where truth is found not in the part but in the whole. 3 hours

Stone, Mark; THE GIANTS OF PHILOSOPHY: ARTHUR SCHOPENHAUER, Carmichael & Carmichael, Inc., Nashville, TN, 1991- A presentation on Arthur Schopenhauer (1788-1860) who emphasized the dark aspects of existence. 3 hours

Stuhr, John J.; THE GIANTS OF PHILOSOPHY: JOHN DEWEY, Carmichael & Carmichael, Inc., Nashville, TN, 1991- Dramatic presentation of John Dewey (1859-1952), America's most influential philosopher. He believed that the scientific method properly applied can enable us to organize society to enhance personal happiness and community cooperation. 3 hours

THE WORLD OF PHILOSOPHY; SIMONE DE BEAUVOIR, Knowledge Products, Nashville, TN, 1996, Philosopher involved with the Existentialist movement of the 1940s.

THE WORLD OF PHILOSOPHY; PHILOSOPHIES OF INDIA, Knowledge Products, Nashville, TN, 1996, Philosophies of Mohandas Gandhi and Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.

THE WORLD OF PHILOSOPHY; 20th CENTURY PHILOSOPHY Knowledge Products, Nashville, TN, 1996, Philosophies of Edmund Husserl, Martin Heidegger, Jean-Paul Sartre, Maurice Merleau-Ponty, Jacques Derrida, Michel Foucault, Emmanuel Levinas.

THE WORLD OF PHILOSOPHY; WILLIAM JAMES, CHARLES PEIRCE, AND AMERICAN PRAGMATISM, Knowledge Products, Nashville, TN, 1996,

THE WORLD OF PHILOSOPHY; VOLTAIRE AND ROUSSEAU, Knowledge Products, Nashville, TN, 1996.

THE WORLD OF PHILOSOPHY; BERTRAND RUSSEL AND A.N. WHITEHEAD, Knowledge Products, Nashville, TN, 1996.

Tlumak, Jeffrey, DESCARTES, BACON, AND MODERN PHILOSOPHY (The World of Philosophy), Carmichael & Carmichael, Inc., 1996. About two great 17th century philosophers aimed to break free of oppressive traditions. Their ideas formulated the problems that would occupy philosophers for the next three hundred years (2 cassettes).

Wachtel, Eleanor; ORIGINAL MINDS, CBC Audio, Toronto, Canada, 2001- Interviews with the host of Writers & Company and guests such as Jane Goodall, Susan Sontag, Jonathan Miller, Amarya Sen and Sir Arthur Clarke are featured in  five hours of conversation on four cassettes. 

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