StanfordUniversity. Humanities Education Serves as a Toolbox for Life | Humanities at Stanford. By Dave Millar The Humanities at Stanford Steve Castillo Philosophers John Perry and Kenneth Taylor will bring their Continuing Studies course on 'The Art of Living' to their 'Philosophy Talk' radio show. The definition of a well-lived life may vary from person to person. One may find particular fulfillment through faith and duty, while another may opt for a life of reason and knowledge. The problem of how to live well – how to live an authentic and meaningful human life – is a familiar one for Stanford philosophy Professors Ken Taylor and John Perry, co-hosts of the long-running, nationally syndicated radio program Philosophy Talk. "Our choice of a life emerges from a life of choices.
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