When Philosophy Talk goes on the road, the event is hosted by Merle Kessler (known to listeners through his alter ego, Ian Shoales, the Sixty Second Philosopher).  The program is recorded in segments before a live audience.  Between these segments, Kessler reads stories of his own devising, or sings songs co-written by him and composer J. Raoul Brody.  These intend both to have some connection to the topic of the program, and to amuse.  They are not part of the final show, as edited for the radio.  But they can be heard here.

The Biggest Liar (from "The Extended Mind" 4/17/11)

"The program that questions everything -- except your intelligence."

Philosophy on the radio? You've got to be kidding? Well, sometimes we do (kid, that is). Mostly we look at today's important ideas with an eye to thinking them through.

Philosophy Talk is a weekly, one-hour radio series. The hosts' down-to-earth and no-nonsense approach brings the richness of philosophic thought to everyday subjects. Topics are lofty (Truth, Beauty, Justice), arresting (Terrorism, Intelligent Design, Suicide), and engaging (Baseball, Love, Happiness).

This is not a lecture or a college course; it's philosophy in action!

Philosophy Talk is a fun opportunity to explore issues of importance to your audience in a thoughtful, friendly fashion, where thinking is encouraged.