Jeanet Maduro de Polanco

“All reality is suspended in language.”
That famous quote was made by the Nobel Prize-winning Danish Physicist Niels Bohr, one of the founders of quantum mechanics. His comment on language expressed his frustration with how the mere words we use to communicate basic concepts are actually not tethered to what one might call “true reality.”
Bohr began to comprehend the slippery slope as he delved deeper into the world of subatomic particles and followed very tiny “objects” further and further u...

Greek and Roman mythology contains some of the most remarkable characters and stories in history. In telling the tales of their gods and heroes, ancient people understood their own cosmology. Greeks and Romans living in ancient times centered their worldview on the divine rulers of Mount Olympus, attributing everything from artistic talent to aberrant weather patterns to the whims of their deities.
The Origins of Greek and Roman Mythology
Although modern religions such as Judaism and Christia...

There are many schools of thought within philosophy, leaving plenty of room for any individual to find the approach that suits them best. Over the years, new ways of thinking have developed, addressing more modern needs.
Enter philosophical feminism. Philosophical feminism takes a look at what philosophy has done thus far before commenting on the impact it has left. This form of philosophy emphasizes the role of gender while also pointing out the damage some forms of philosophy have caused in...

The wonderful thing about podcasts is that there’s one for every interest out there. Unfortunately, some would argue that there is an overwhelming number to choose from, making it essential to break down the podcasts by genre.
Hop online, and you’ll find hundreds of podcasts focused solely on History and past events. That statement alone should be a delight to any history buff, and here are some of the top choices available.
Revisionist History
Revisionist History is hosted by Malcolm Gladwel...

When you’re passionate about something, it is easy to want to spend every moment indulging in learning more on the subject. That’s one of the reasons why podcasts have been such a hit.
Thankfully, there’s plenty of variety to be found within the world of podcasts. There are hundreds of different genres and niches worth checking out, including those with a philosophical bend. Here are some of the best podcasts for philosophy lovers.
Elucidations Podcast
Elucidations Podcast is hosted by Matt T...

Art history, also known as art histography, is a broad and encompassing term. It is the study of objects (art) over the history of humankind. Typically, historians break down the subject into more digestible segments, either by period, style, or material.

Art history is the study of the visual arts: paintings, sculptures, architecture, printmaking, and everything else under the sun. Historians are responsible for identifying, classifying, describing, and interpreting the artwork they study.

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While many people love to write off the humanities as nonessential, the simple truth is that subjects such as philosophy have had a drastic impact on the world. Philosophers have been fighting to show their impact ever since Marx let slide a biting accusation on the matter.
This introspective look into philosophy has taught humanity several things. The irony of this statement is not lost on philosophers either. After all, philosophy is the study of universal and fundamental problems – existen...

The Women’s Rights Movement was and is a call for equal rights. It is also known as the Women’s Liberation Movement, and it is the reason women have the rights they do today. This is not something to be taken for granted, so it is essential to know the history.
The fight for Women’s rights is the fight for fundamental human rights; the right to own property, vote, have reproductive rights and earn equal pay for equal hours worked. Throughout history, women have fought to better their lives.
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Sociology is the discipline that defines and describes members of a community or collective groups of people. In addition to following the rules of law, most people follow societal rules because we observe and follow the herd. Psychology, on the other hand, focuses more on individuals and why they make choices. It is the study of human behavior and the mental processes that drive how we think, act, and feel.

Unlike those topics, Philosophy is a more abstract way of understanding things about ...

Now that we are emerging from a year of lockdown, people are rightfully eager to go exploring. For art and history lovers, museums are one of the most exciting and memorable places to visit. Here are a few worth traveling for.

For New Yorkers, there is plenty to see and do without stepping foot outside the state. Throughout the five boroughs, there are over 80 museums, 32 of which are in Manhattan itself. While it may be hard to rank them, several institutions stand out for their impressive c...

There are many reasons that people love to travel. Some people make it a social occasion, having friends and family be the focus of their trip. This is especially true when people move away and haven’t seen loved ones in a while. Many families hold annual reunions in various locations to get together while exploring new sights. Students looking to expand their horizons before committing academically to a school might choose to take a gap year or longer to find themselves. Some people travel s...

A lot of lessons have been learned from dealing with the COVID crisis, both on the local and global levels. One question on everyone’s mind is how will the next global situation be handled? From an ethical standpoint, it’s a reasonable concern.
One of the mass failings regarding the COVID virus was a choice not to share information. There were many reasons for this, and several parties are guilty of withholding valuable insight at one time or another. Ethically, it is possible that The Powers...

It is very easy to be intimidated by the subject of Philosophy. The world of academia is already a very exclusionary club, and Philosophy as a subject tends to attract the elitist of the elite. That being said, if someone wants to explore this fascinating subject on their own, either as a career or just as a passing interest, there are plenty of generous authors waiting with welcome arms to ease them into the process.

The Unbearable Lightness of Being is a novel by Milan Kundera. The premise ...

Maturity is all about learning from mistakes, not repeating them. Unfortunately, the further back in history an event occurs, the less we remember our actions’ consequences. Regardless of all of the horrors of war and destruction, history repeats itself when people forget about history. This is true on a personal scale as well as global. Historians often talk about history’s cyclical nature and how it flows through four generations before similar events begin occurring. In a similar vein, the...

When people talk about the dawn of Western civilization, they describe the development of a society that traveled westward from Ancient Greece, bringing with it a blend of European cultural ideas and philosophies. Philosophy emerged around this time, as early as the 5th century BC. Philosophy is a Greek word meaning love of wisdom. Over time, philosophical questions became so diverse that different schools needed to be formed to satisfy everyone seeking answers. These became the separate scho...