Kyle Whitaker, PhD
philosopher, author, speaker, podcaster
Academic Work
I am a philosopher with research specialties in epistemology, philosophy of religion, and ethics. I also have interests in philosophy of gender and race and various historical figures, such as David Hume, Immanuel Kant, and C.S. Peirce. I have taught courses in introductory philosophy, philosophical anthropology, theoretical and applied ethics, epistemology, philosophy of mind, and logic.
“I hope that you will refute me, and not weary of doing good to a friend.”
Socrates (Gorgias, 470c)
Other Professional Work
I am a strategic, careful thinker and effective communicator, an expert in disagreement and skilled argumentation, and an accomplished speaker, published writer, and experienced leader. I thrive on helping people from diverse perspectives understand one another and learn to build shared trust.
Popular Writing
Article Highlights
How to Disagree Well: A Step-By-Step Guide
Believe Things. Not Too Hard. Mostly Experts.
It’s Okay to Not Give Everyone Equal Attention
Podcast
A Pastor and a Philosopher Walk into a Bar
Episode Highlights
How to Disagree
Disagreement is hard. Here’s how to do it better.
What Is Truth?
Wrestling with absolutism, relativism, & alternative facts
Faith and Reason
Thinking about faith with Kierkegaard