Love and Philosophy
Love and Philosophy Beyond Dichotomy started as research conversations across disciplines. There was so much I wanted to explore that I was being told I shouldn't explore because it didn't fit into this or that discipline, but because I study and work in so many, those barriers no longer made sense. The same felt true relative to passions and love.
So I decided to open myself to all of it beyond traditional distinctions, towards learning and development. This podcast is where those voices gather together in one space as I try and notice the patterns that connect.
It's part of my life work and research, but it's also something I hope to share with you and I invite you to share your perspective and position. Thank you for being here.
Love and Philosophy
Pattern Language, Wholeness and Place-synergy: Christopher Alexander with geographer David Seamon
Understanding Wholeness and the Patterns of Place with David Seamon
A deep discussion surrounding the concept of 'wholeness' and 'place' with David Seamon, a geographer and phenomenologist, and philosoher Andrea Hiott. The conversation traverses the work of Christopher Alexander, particularly his book 'A Pattern Language,' and how his architectural theories interconnect with environmental serendipity, phenomenology, and the deeper human experience of being in the world. The dialogue encompasses the importance of understanding place as a dynamic, evolving entity intertwined with human existence, emphasizing the significance of phenomenology, holistic approaches, and the work of scholars like Henri Bortoft and Edward Relph. David Seamon reflects on his lifelong pursuit to understand the integrated phenomenon of place and its impact on human life, advocating for a broader acknowledgment of these ideas in academic and practical realms. Full video on Love and Philosophy You Tube Channel. #christopheralexander #patternlanguage
00:00 Introduction to Pattern Language
00:58 The Significance of Place in Human Life
01:21 Exploring Human Connection to Place
02:36 Philosophical Insights on Space and Place
03:26 Christopher Alexander's Influence
05:41 Understanding Wholeness and Relationality
09:40 David Seamon's Journey and Contributions
12:54 The Role of Phenomenology in Geography
25:56 The Concept of Wholeness in Phenomenology
30:14 Practical Applications of Wholeness
41:24 Introduction to David Bohm's World Tubes
41:48 Exploring Place Processes
43:53 Understanding Place Release
49:02 The Concept of Synergistic Relationality
50:15 Goethe's Influence on Phenomenology
57:07 The Importance of Place in Human Life
01:09:05 Challenges in Academia and Personal Reflections
01:17:20 Recommended Readings and Conclusion
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Christopher Alexander, A Pattern Language
David Seamon
Wholeness of Nature
Environmental and Architectural Phenomenology
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