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My name is Lukas Myers. I recently received my PhD in philosophy from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. 

My research focuses on the ethical, social, and political dimensions of art, with an emphasis on the philosophy of humor.

My dissertation defends a novel philosophical theory of ridicule, it's social functions, and its constitutive rules. In other published work I defend state funding for the arts and consider the limitations of ethical restrictions in humor.

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When I am not being a tortured philosopher, I spend time writing and recording music, playing Magic: The Gathering, losing at chess, and playing tennis. 

Find my current indie/emo band Thelittledeath. on your favorite streaming platforms.