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  • Dr. Cornel West: Truth, Justice, and Love #169

Dr. Cornel West: Truth, Justice, and Love #169

Tuesday 27th August 2024

Dr. Cornel West joins 'A Skeptic's Path to Enlightenment' to discuss compassionate leadership, nonviolence, and social justice.
44 minutes
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Dr. Cornel West on Compassionate Leadership and Social Justice

Episode Overview

  • Dr. Cornel West discusses the balance between inner and outer transformation.
  • He emphasises the importance of compassionate leadership.
  • The conversation covers economic justice and eradicating poverty.
  • Dr. West reflects on the spirituality of Socratic questioning and prophetic witnessing.
  • He shares his views on universal healthcare and basic income.
What sustains any struggle for justice is not just justice itself, but it's the love and care you have for the persons who are being violated whose dignity is being called into question
Dr. Cornel West brings his formidable intellect and enormous heart to the latest episode of 'A Skeptic's Path to Enlightenment'. Known for his roles as an academic, author, philosopher, theologian, political activist, and even an actor in The Matrix films, Dr. West discusses a range of compelling topics with host Scott Snibby. This episode dives into compassionate leadership, nonviolence, and social justice, reflecting Dr. West's unceasing drive for societal transformation. You'll hear Dr.
West's thoughts on the balance between inner and outer transformation, which he believes is essential for steering the world toward the thriving of all human beings and life on Earth. He passionately talks about economic justice, eradicating poverty, and the importance of universal healthcare and basic income. His reflections are not just theoretical; they are deeply personal and tied to his own experiences and the broader historical context of social justice movements.
The conversation also touches on the spirituality of Socratic questioning and prophetic witnessing, emphasising the importance of staying sensitive to others' suffering and doing something about it. Dr. West's unique blend of intellect and compassion makes this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in personal and societal transformation. If you're looking for a dose of inspiration mixed with practical wisdom on how to create a more just and loving world, this episode is for you.