Dr. Jason Holt

Conference Papers:

  • Holt, J. (forthcoming 2020): ‘An Aesthetic Apology for MMA’ (remote delivery), Czech Philosophy of Sport Conference, University of South Bohemia, České Budějovice.
  • Holt, J. (2019): ‘Allusion and Anti-Intentionalism’, Atlantic Region Philosophers’ Association, Cape Breton University.
  • Holt, J. (2018): ‘Casting Allusions, Aesthetic Value, and Bruce Lee’s Revenge’, Atlantic Region Philosophers’ Association, Saint Francis Xavier University.
  • Holt, L.E., and J. Holt (2018): ‘The Cult of Conditioning and the Harm It Does’, Healthy Living, Healthy Life, Nova Centre, Halifax.
  • Holt, L.E., Pelham, T.W., and J. Holt (2018): ‘Fit for What? A Philosophy of Fitness Profiling’, Healthy Living, Healthy Life, Nova Centre, Halifax.
  • Holt, J. (2018): ‘Casting Allusions in ’80s TV’, Popular Culture and World Politics 11: After the Cultural Politics of Popular Worlds, Acadia University.
  • Holt, J. (2018): ‘Sport Card Portraiture’, Canadian Society for Aesthetics, University of Regina (proxy presentation).
  • Holt, J. (2018): ‘Sport Card Portraiture’, The Philosophy of Portraits, University of Maryland, College Park.
  • Holt, J. (2018): ‘Kinetic Beauty: A Layered View’, Atlantic Undergraduate Philosophy Conference, University of Prince Edward Island (Invited Keynote Address).
  • Holt, J. (2017): ‘What Poetry Is About: Exploring Lepore’s Account’, Poetry and Philosophy, Memorial University, Grenfell Campus (Invited).
  • Holt, J. (2017): ‘Beardsley’s Dance with the Avant-Garde’, Atlantic Region Philosophers’ Association, Saint Mary’s University.
  • Burrow, S. and J. Holt (2017): ‘Elegance, Courage, and Integrity: Aesthetics Meets Ethics in Martial Arts and Sport’, Atlantic Region Philosophers’ Association, Saint Mary’s University.
  • Holt, J. (2017): ‘Sport Card Portraiture’, Playgrounds and Podiums: Contemporary Issues in Sport, Saint Mary’s University.
  • Burrow, S. and J. Holt (2017): ‘Aesthetic Dimensions of Virtue in Sport and Martial Arts’, International Association for the Philosophy of Sport, Whistler.
  • Holt, J. (2017): ‘Poetry, Use as Mention, and Coherence’, Canadian Philosophical Association, Ryerson University.
  • Holt, J. (2017): ‘Sport as Art, Dance as Sport’, Canadian Society for Aesthetics, Ryerson University.
  • Holt, J. (2017): ‘The Philosopher’s Stallone: Significance of the Rocky IV Training Montage’, Popular Culture Association, San Diego.
  • Holt, J. (2016): ‘Sport as Art, Dance as Sport’, Atlantic Region Philosophers’ Association, Acadia University.
  • Holt, J. (2015): ‘Stubborn Misquotation’, Atlantic Region Philosophers’ Association, St. Thomas University/University of New Brunswick.
  • Holt, J. (2014): ‘Virtual Domains’, European Association for the Philosophy of Sport, Lorraine University, Nancy (France).
  • Holt, J. (2014): ‘Ex Ante Allusions’, Atlantic Region Philosophers’ Association, Memorial University.
  • Holt, J. (2013): ‘Hemingway’s Death in The Sun Also Rises’, Atlantic Region Philosophers’ Association, Dalhousie University.
  • Holt, L.E., Pelham, T.W., and J. Holt (2012): ‘The Hockey Life: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly’, Putting It on Ice III: Constructing the Hockey Family (Halifax, NS: St. Mary’s University).
  • Holt, L.E. and J. Holt (2011): ‘The Full Golf Swing: A Kinesiological Perspective’, Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine, St. John’s (Invited).
  • Holt, J., Rehman, L., and J. Singleton (2011): ‘The Stance of Leisure Studies: Looking for MOBI’, 13th Canadian Congress on Leisure Research, Brock University.
  • Pitter, R. and J. Holt (2009): ‘The Prostitution Trap of Elite Sport in He Got Game’, North American Society for the Sociology of Sport, University of Ottawa.
  • Holt, J. (2008): ‘Partworks’, Atlantic Region Philosophers’ Association, Saint Francis Xavier University.
  • Holt, J. (2007): ‘Neuroaesthetics and Art Theory’, Atlantic Region Philosophers’ Association, Saint Mary’s University.
  • Holt, J. and L.D. Kruisselbrink, (2007): ‘Kinderskills: A Perspective on Sensory Integration, Physical Activity, Sport, and Child Development’, Children, Sport, and Physical Activity: Philosophical Dimensions, School of Kinesiology, University of Western Ontario.
  • Holt, L.E., Pelham, T.W. and J. Holt (2006): ‘What Is Flexibility?’, Yoga Atlantic Conference, Mount St. Vincent University.
  • Holt, J. (2006): ‘Neuroaesthetics and the Theory of Art’, International Symposium on the Arts in Society, University of Edinburgh, Scotland (Declined).
  • Holt, J. and M. Lanoix (2005): ‘Beyond Words: Dance as Embodied Music’, Atlantic Region Philosophers’ Association, Memorial University.
  • Holt, J. (2004): ‘A Minimal Aesthetic Functionalism’, Atlantic Region Philosophers’ Association, Dalhousie University.
  • Holt, J. (2000): ‘Had Perspectives and the Hard Gap’ (Poster), Toward a Science of Consciousness, Tucson 2000, University of Arizona (Declined).
  • Holt, J., Holt, L.E. and T.W. Pelham (1999): ‘Flexibility: A New Paradigm’, National Orthopedic Symposium, Halifax, NS.
  • Holt, J. (1999): ‘Dennett and the Churchlands on Blindsight’, Canadian Philosophical Association, University of Sherbrooke.
  • Holt, J. (1997): ‘Putnam and Wright on Truth’, Mid-South Philosophy Conference, University of Memphis.
  • Holt, J. (1997): ‘Davidson, Quine, and the Individuation of Events’, Canadian Philosophical Association, Memorial University.
  • Holt, J. (1997): ‘Blindsight, Visual Streams, and Perception’ (Poster), Society for Philosophy and Psychology, New School for Social Research.
  • Holt, J. (1996): ‘Towards a Fregean Theory of Perception’, Mid-South Philosophy Conference, University of Memphis.
  • Martens, R.M. and J. Holt (1996): ‘Taking a Stance Toward Consilience’, Canadian Philosophical Association, Brock University.
  • Holt, J. (1996): ‘A Formal Cure for the Complexity Complex: On Temkin’s Account of Inequality’, Canadian Philosophical Association, Brock University.
  • Holt, J. (1996): ‘Art and the Mental Commonplace’, Canadian Society for Aesthetics, Brock University.
  • Holt, J., Holt, L.E. and T.W. Pelham (1995): ‘Flexibility Redefined’, International Symposium on Biomechanics in Sport, Lakehead University.
  • Holt, J., Holt, L.E. and T.W. Pelham (1995): ‘What Research Tells Us About Flexibility I’, International Symposium on Biomechanics in Sport, Lakehead University.
  • Holt, J., Holt, L.E. and T.W. Pelham (1995): ‘What Research Tells Us About Flexibility II’, International Symposium on Biomechanics in Sport, Lakehead University.
  • Holt, J., Holt, L.E. and T.W. Pelham (1995): ‘Flexibility: The Future’, International Symposium on Biomechanics in Sport, Lakehead University.
  • Holt, J. (1995): ‘Consistency as a Moral Virtue’, Mid-South Philosophy Conference, University of Memphis.
  • Holt, J. (1994): ‘The Trouble with Harry: On Stich’s Dispensation with Truth’, Canadian Philosophical Association, University of Calgary.
  • Holt, J. (1994): ‘On Russell's Construction of Mind’, Bertrand Russell Society, Toronto.
  • Holt, J., Holt, L.E. and T.W. Pelham (1993): ‘Toward a Definition of Flexibility’, International Symposium on Biomechanics in Sport, University of Massachusetts at Amherst.

 

Colloquium Papers (Invited):

  • Holt, J. (forthcoming): ‘An Aesthetic Apology for MMA’ (remote delivery), Philosophy Department, Dalhousie University.
  • Holt, J. (2020): ‘Neglected Angles on Allusion in Philosophy of Art’ (remote delivery), Philosophy Department, Dalhousie University.
  • Holt, J. (2019): ‘Dimensions of Sport Aesthetics’, Philosophy Department, Dalhousie University.
  • Holt, J. (2018): ‘Kinetic Beauty: A Layered View’, Philosophy Department, Dalhousie University.
  • Holt, L.E. and J. Holt (2017): ‘The Cult of Conditioning and the Harm It Does’, Centre for the Study of Sport and Health Speaker Series, Saint Mary’s University.
  • Holt, J. (2015): ‘For a Philosophy of Sport Film’, Philosophy Department, Dalhousie University.
  • Holt, J. (2014): ‘Why Cybersports Aren’t Sports, and Why Videogames Might Not Be Games’, Philosophy Department, Dalhousie University.
  • Holt, L.E. and J. Holt (2011): ‘The Full Golf Swing: A Kinesiological Perspective’, School of Health and Human Performance, Dalhousie University.
  • Holt, L.E., Pelham, T.W., and J. Holt (2011): ‘Forensic Kinesiology: An Emerging Interdiscipline’, School of Health and Human Performance, Dalhousie University.
  • Holt, J. (2008): ‘Partworks’, Philosophy Department, Dalhousie University.
  • Holt, J. (2006): ‘Neuroaesthetics and the Theory of Art’, Philosophy Department, King’s College, Wilkes-Barre, PA.
  • Holt, L.E., Pelham, T.W. and J. Holt (2006): ‘Understanding Flexibility: Conceptions and Misconceptions’, Nova Scotia Sport Medicine Clinic (Teleconference), Halifax, NS.
  • Holt, J. (2005): ‘Why Me? A Philosopher as Communication Expert in SRMK’, School of Recreation Management and Kinesiology, Acadia University.
  • Holt, J. (2005): ‘Neuroaesthetics and the Theory of Art’, Institute for Cognitive Science, University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
  • Holt, J. (2004): ‘A Defence of Aesthetic Functionalism’, Philosophy Department, Carleton University.
  • Holt, J. (2004): ‘A Defence of Aesthetic Functionalism’, Philosophy Department, Concordia University.
  • Holt, J. (2002): ‘The Marginal Life of the Author’, Philosophy Department, University of Manitoba.
  • Holt, J. (2001): ‘The Marginal Life of the Author’, Philosophy Department, Clark University.
  • Holt, J., Holt, L.E. and T.W. Pelham (1999): ‘Flexibility: A New Paradigm’, School of Health and Human Performance, Dalhousie University.
  • Holt, J. (1999): ‘Blindsight: Philosophical Applications’, Philosophy Department, University of Manitoba.
  • Holt, J. (1998): ‘Dennett and the Churchlands on Blindsight’, Philosophy Department, University of Manitoba.
  • Holt, J., Holt, L.E. and T.W. Pelham (1995): ‘Flexibility’, School of Physiotherapy, Dalhousie University.
  • Holt, J., Holt, L.E. and T.W. Pelham (1994): ‘A Review of Flexibility’, McGill Sports Medicine Clinic, McGill University.
  • Holt, J., Holt, L.E. and T.W. Pelham (1994): ‘Flexibility’, Department of Physiotherapy, Nova Scotia Rehabilitation Centre.
  • Holt, J. (1994): ‘A Comprehensivist Theory of Art’, Philosophy Department, Dalhousie

 

Commentaries:

  • Holt, J. (1999): Commentary on S. Perceval-Maxwell, ‘Structureless Qualia: A Problem for Reductive Explanations of Consciousness’, Canadian Philosophical Association, University of Sherbrooke.
  • Holt, J. (1998): Commentary on A. Fenton, ‘Naturalized Epistemology at the End of the Twentieth Century: Moving Beyond Human Knowing’, Western Canadian Philosophical Association, University of Saskatchewan.
  • Holt, J. (1997): Commentary on P. Ross, ‘The Appearance and Nature of Color’, Mid-South Philosophy Conference, University of Memphis.
  • Holt, J. (1997): Commentary on J. Mozersky, ‘Truth, Realism, and Bivalence’, Ontario Philosophical Society, University of Toronto.

 

Public Speaking Engagements:

  • Holt, J. (2019): ‘The Philosophical Aesthetics of Sport’, Acadia Faculty Research Gong Show, Acadia University.
  • Holt, J. (2008): Reading/book launch for The Daily Show and Philosophy: Moments of Zen in the Art of Fake News, Clark Commons, Faculty of Professional Studies, Acadia University.
  • Holt, J. (2005): ‘The Hitchcock Cameo’, Philosophy Club, University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
  • Barresi, J. and J. Holt (2005): ‘The Nature of Consciousness’, Undergraduate Neuroscience Society, Dalhousie University.
  • Holt, J. (2002): ‘A Defence of Aesthetic Functionalism’, Philosophy Students Association, Concordia University.
  • Holt, J. (2000): ‘Philosophy and The Simpsons’ (with C. Matheson), Philosophy Club, University of Manitoba.
  • Holt, J. (2000): ‘Death and the Author’, Philosophy Club, University of Manitoba.
  • Holt, J. (1998): ‘The Costanza Maneuver: Is It Rational for George to “Do the Opposite”?’, University College, University of Manitoba.

 

Literary Readings:

  • Holt, J. (2017): Reading of selected poems, Poetry City Challenge (National Poetry Month), Wolfville Town Hall (Invited).
  • Holt, J. (2014): Reading/book launch for Inversed, Vaughan Library, Acadia University.
  • Holt, J. (2010): Reading/book launch for Longstem Poems, Company House, Halifax, NS.
  • Holt, J. (2006): Reading/book signing, The Black Books Addiction, Tudor Bookshop, Wilkes-Barre, PA.
  • Holt, J. (2006): Reading from Relics for an Open Vault, Campion Poetry Society, King’s College, Wilkes-Barre, PA.
  • Holt, J. (2006): Reading/book launch for Relics for an Open Vault, Vaughan Library, Acadia University.
  • Holt, J. (2005): Reading from A Hair’s Breadth of Abandon and Relics for an Open Vault (MS), Killam Library (Canadian Literary Collections Project), Dalhousie University.
  • Holt, J. (2003): Reading from A Hair’s Breadth of Abandon, Grand Pré Winery, Wolfville, NS.
  • Holt, J. (2003): Reading/book launch for A Hair’s Breadth of Abandon, Faculty Club, Dalhousie University.
  • Holt, J. (2000): Reading from Memos to No One, University College, University of Manitoba.
  • Holt, J. (1999): Reading/book launch for Memos to No One, Halliburton House, Halifax, NS.
  • Holt, J. (1997): Reading from Feeling Fine in Kafka’s Burrow and unpublished work, CHRW (campus radio), University of Western Ontario.
  • Holt, J. (1995): Ecks poetry night, University of Western Ontario.
  • Holt, J. (1994): Reading from Fragment of a Blues (MS), Mount Saint Vincent University.
  • Holt, J. (1994): Reading/book launch for Feeling Fine in Kafka’s Burrow, Saint Mary’s University.

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