An exceedingly redpilled pod

It has become one of my favorite shows. David and Ellie are a delight to listen to, and talk deeply about topics without any confusing lingo.

Smart, serious, fun, and unpretentious.

I love that this show introduces me to concepts or topics I never think about. I listened to the episode in intoxication, thought it was fascinating, and am now reading one of the books referenced in the episode. Thank you for an excellent show and for helping me learn about the world.

Strikes a perfect balance between interrogating rich texts and providing modern contextualization. I tell my friends… this is the only Not-Annoying philosophy pod!

Great podcast!

I listen to this podcast every week on my commute to school!! It’s one of the most entertaining and intellectually stimulating shows I’ve listened to. David and Ellie are so down to earth and funny and can turn the most basic facts of our world into an incredibly fascinating and enriching discussion. I have always had an interest in philosophy but have been unsure about how I should get into it. David and Ellie turn “scary” and “impenetrable” philosophical ideas into something relatable to our everyday lives, and I often find myself thinking either “Wow, I’ve never thought of it that way before” or “This is something I think about often but that I’ve never heard expressed or vocalized by somebody else.” 11/10 would recommend to anyone who is a chronic overthinker or who has even a baseline interest in philosophy or else curiosity (and maybe complaints lol) about the human condition and our world. Props to David and Ellie for being great hosts as well.

I enjoy this show quite a bit, but every once in a while the hosts (and I guess this is unavoidable because they are both so young) slip into making generalizations about us older folks that strike me as naive and clueless (at best) Case in point on the exercise episode David comments on seeing older people in their sixties and seventies doing exercises that are intended to give a younger person a hotter body. He find this to be a kind of denial. While these hosts are excellent critical thinkers who are capable of identifying and laughing at their own assumptions, in the case of the old people assumptions I don’t see this awareness. I am 68. I go to the gym for all of the reasons talked about on the show. I look around the gym and see people my age and older taking care of themselves. Trying to stay strong so that they can stay as healthy and competent physically and mentally as possible. I realize this comment is kind of a buzz kill but I’m would encourage the hosts to take some care when tossing off comments about us old folks. :)

Ellie y David son lo máximo!!! La filosofía es sin duda intimidante pero Overthink es un podcast que abarca demasiados tópicos de la actualidad. Están súper informados en los temas actuales que deciden hablar y siempre hallan una forma de hacerte pensar y filosofar sobre temas del día a día. Una vez que escuches un episodio no pararás de escuchar el podcast. Las transcripciones facilitan también a entender más fondo los temas de los que hablan y los trabajos de filósofos que suelen citar. Así que es informativo y entretenido a la vez :)

I’m obsessed with this podcast! I always come away with new ways of thinking about the topic in new ways. It’s also just so fun to listen to! The hosts do a great job of talking about the topics in accessible and entertaining ways

Overthink definitely made me more interested in philosophy. The hosts are relatable, funny, and very articulate

Great philosophy podcast discussing a wide range of topics

These two crack me up and make me think about things that I’ve never ‘thought about thinking about.’ Metacognition joke aside, they present a great blend of humor and information along with a wide array of topics. The banter between the hosts when discussing deeply polarizing topics (like a vegetarian and a meat eater discussing animal rights) is always respectful and frankly, a model that evolved beings should use to discuss important subjects. In a digital landscape flooded with lowbrow content - Overthink stands out as exceptional. Thanks Drs. Anderson and Peña-Guzman for the effort you put into this.

Very well done and accessible! I think there is a good mix of humor and on-topic-ness. Would recommend to anyone, but worth noting these are more philosophical conversations rather than conversations about philosophy; a lot of philosophy podcasts are the latter, so this one probably keeps more people interested!

I don’t usually listen to podcast, but this has become my favorite one! I’m so intrigued by the five senses series, and I can’t wait to learn more about smell and taste and hearing!!

this is my favorite show in the whole world and if it ever stops being made i will DIE

I only recently discovered this podcast, but I already feel like I need to write a review. This show is just a perfect mix of chatty, culturally-critical, and intellectually meaningful. It’s juicy enough that I want to listen to it while cleaning etc, but I still feel like I take away something tangible from each episode. Ps: Ellie and David, if you ever wanted to accept new teaching positions in the next 2 years at say, Oberlin College, I would not be mad…..

Great introduction to philosophizing on different topics--plus a reading list for further inquiry. Wow your professors! Expand your mind.

I love this podcast so much! As someone who knows literally nothing about philosophy, Ellie and David breakdown topics really well and make it very approachable. I like the way the episodes are structured such that they introduce philosophical readings but contextualize it with real-world examples. Also, Ellie and David are such fun hosts!!!

Excellent show that is thought provoking and funny but also lighthearted and practical. Looking forward to more episodes

Thank you for helping expand my thinking and brightening my days! It is fully apparent the care and energy that go into these pods.

The incredible hosts are professors of Philosophy offer their sources for discussion and wonderfully expand on the material.

I finally feel like there are people how think like me in the world. Tho non of us think alike, I have always been accused of overthinking and now I want to get a PhD in philosophy too.

I’m never disappointed when I listen to Overthink. It helps me think in complicated ways and I love Ellie and David’s art of respectful argument. How often are we guided through a careful analysis of a topic unless we’re in a philosophy class? What a great way to use our minds.

I listen to a handful of philosophy podcasts and this might be my favorite. What blows me away is just how beautifully crafted every episode is: each episode seamlessly weaves together a variety of ideas and thinkers around a single topic in a way that borrows the best of text-centric philosophy podcasts (like partially examined life) and story-based philosophy podcasts (like hi-phi nation). Also Ellie and David have a great rapport and seem like they honestly enjoy cracking each other up and I dig that.

I’m really appreciating how Ellie and David delve into real world contexts and ask us to consider our assumptions and where those assumptions come from.

Every episode leaves me thinking in new ways, challenging presumptions, exploring nuance and complexity in everyday topics. The hosts have a great rapport and approach each episode in a fun and friendly way that goes deep but is never intimidating. After listening, you’ll want to keep the conversation going so definitely find some friends to listen to this podcast with

Ellie is such a genius and so funny I’m such a huge fan!!!!!

Have enjoyed every episode of this podcast. Ellie and David do a fantastic job making timeless philosophical theories relevant to today’s issues, offering a fresh perspective on current events. Each episode makes me want to read more and get smarter!

really great dynamic between Ellie and David, both hosts obviously very knowledgeable about philosophy and tie it into everyday topics seamlessly

An amazing podcast for those interested in existentialism, phenomenology, feminist theory and more!! Ellie and David are able to deconstruct contemporary issues/trends (body positivity, cancel culture, etc.) with incredible clarity and insight. I look forward to every episode :)

Love the chemistry and energy of David and Ellie! Topics are so interesting and easily to relate. Really makes me think a lot!

Great show for people looking to think about life from different perspectives and the hosts have great chemistry :)

I love their episodes. Really feels like I am sitting on an interesting conversation of my fun, intelligent friends. Every episode shapes the way I think of the world and can’t stop telling my friends things I’ve learned. Please never stop!!!

So many intriguing ideas and examples in each episode. Lots of fun too.

Been loving this pod, so glad I found it. Overthink is such a great blend of evaluating modern day phenomena and approachable philosophy concepts - I feel like I’m learning in a really organic way when I listen! Love it!

I didn’t realize academic philosophers can be so funny! I laugh at personal observations one minute, then I’m hearing about how it fits into traditions of philosophical traditions and it’s all so interesting. Thanks for doing this.

Ellie and David make philosophy fun (and at times hilarious) while also conveying complex theoretical ideas in a way that resonates with modern sensibilities. Their friendly banter makes listeners feel like they are just hanging out having a conversation, which is something we are all missing these days! Thanks you two!

This podcast is so much fun to listen to, and you will also learn a ton! Definitely one of the best philosophical/intellectual podcasts out there today. Highly recommend!

Overthink is a joy to listen to. David and Ellie have great chemistry and their conversations are inviting even to the philosophical newbie. Each episode offers new insights and will have your brain turning over these ideas for days!

I’m obsessed with this podcast. It makes me want to hear so much more

So obsessed with Overthink. David and Ellie make philosophy engaging and fun, and I feel smarter with every episode. I love their way of bringing in ideas from the history of philosophy and the present day. Connecting millennials’ passion for plants with Epicurus? 🙌 Here for it!

Thoroughly enjoying such interesting and accessible discussions (& laughs) that stretch my thinking along new dimensions. Love you guys!!

Quenches my curiosity about so many things in my millennial world. The hosts are are a great pair and it just feels like I’m at a dinner party with old friends.

this podcast makes me feel like i’m learning something while hanging out with my friends. this podcast is super relatable, informative and fun, even for those who don’t study philosophy

The authors are well educated and have fantastic educated conversations while having fun! It’s funny, I never saw myself as podcast kind of guy. I came across this podcast and decided to try it. I absolutely love it!

This podcast rules! The hosts maintain a high level of intellectual discourse while always making sure the discussions are accessible, relevant, funny, and entertaining. Couldn’t recommend it more

The hosts manage being together high art with cultural critique in a way that feels totally authentic and relatable. I appreciate their sincerity, vulnerability, and intelligence. This is worth a listen! I feel like they must both be great teachers 🐣

It’s great to hear two friends philosophizing about interesting topics!

Love this podcast. So fun and informative!