#44 Tristan Rogers: Conservatism Past and Present--A Philosophical Introduction

Concepts with Shawn Whatley

Tristan and I discuss his new book on conservatism. It is fun and deep and convoluted...you will love it. The AI summary (below) chunks out the main sections.

Books and articles mentioned:

Conservatism Past and Present: A philosophical introduction, by Tristan Rogers https://amzn.to/4lYHPbC

England: An Elegy, by Roger Scruton https://amzn.to/4lMKkOe

Conservatism: An Anthology of Social and Political Thought from David Hume to the Present, by Jerry Muller https://amzn.to/40B4D8V

After Hume's Justice, by Rosalind Hursthouse https://www.jstor.org/stable/4545138

The Women Are Up to Something: How Elizabeth Anscombe, Philippa Foot, Mary Midgley, and Iris Murdoch Revolutionized Ethics, by Benjamin Lipscomb https://amzn.to/3GVNbp4

AI summary:

Exploring Conservative Philosophy with Dr. Tristan Rogers:

An In-Depth Discussion Join us for an engaging conversation with Dr. Tristan Rogers as we delve into his book, 'Conservatism Past and Present: A Philosophical Introduction'. In this episode, we discuss the essence of philosophical conservatism, its compatibility with philosophy, and the challenges of explaining conservatism's various dimensions. Dr. Rogers shares insights on the common good, the importance of societal structures for virtue, and the differences between conservative and liberal ideas. We also touch on modern conservatism, the impact of Trump on the movement, and how to foster a shared sense of direction in society. This thought-provoking discussion is both rigorous and accessible, offering something for everyone interested in conservative thought.

00:00 Introduction to Philosophical Conservatism

01:13 Conversation with Dr. Tristan Rogers

01:54 Exploring Conservatism: Philosophy vs. Politics

03:20 Conservatism in Modern Society

04:26 Dr. Rogers' Academic Journey

07:41 Philosophical Conservatism and Human Nature

12:35 The Role of Tradition and Reason

20:46 Conservatism vs. Liberalism: A Deep Dive

26:44 The Importance of Shared Values and Norms

37:53 The Decline of Social Norms

38:53 Cultural Differences: Mediterranean vs. British

40:13 National Character and Conservatism

47:01 Modern Conservatism and Fusionism

52:22 The Future of Conservatism

52:44 Conservatism in the Modern World

01:01:39 Final Thoughts and Reflections