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Philosophy Bites

Edmonds and Warburton
Philosophy
Sexual Desire
Morality
Henri Bergson
Desire Reciprocity
Hegel's Philosophy Of History
Time and Memory
Plato
Vagueness
Eroticism
Japanese Philosophy
Artificial Intelligence
Philosophy Of Sex
Moral Heroes
Frank Ramsey
Decision Making
Indeterminacy
Creative Evolution
Gay Bathhouses
Truth

David Edmonds (Uehiro Centre, Oxford University) and Nigel Warburton (freelance philosopher/writer) interview top philosophers on a wide range of topics. Two books based on the series have been published by Oxford University Press. We are currently self-funding - donations very welcome via our website www.philosophybites.com

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Frantz Fanon, who was born in Martinique, died aged 36. He nevertheless made very significant contributions to the discussion of racism and colonialism, influenced strongly by the existentialist tradition. In this episode of the Philosphy Bites podca... more

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What is distinctive about Mexican philosophy? How much is it linked to its geopolitical  context? Carlos Alberto Sanchez, author of Blooming in the Ruins, a book about major themes in 20th century Mexican philosophy discusses this topic in conversati... more

Mary Midgley didn't begin publishing until she was 59 years old, but nevertheless made a significant impact and had a distinctive approach. In this episode of Philosophy Bites  Ellie Robson discusses some of her key ideas about our relationship with ... more

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Ellie Robson
Philosopher specializing in animal ethics.
Episode: Ellie Robson on Mary Midgley on Animals
Sari Nusseibeh
A Palestinian philosopher trained in both Islamic and Western traditions
Birzeit University
Episode: Sari Nusseibeh on Philosophy and Conflict
Robert Talisse
Philosopher and academic known for his work on democracy and civic engagement
Episode: Robert Talisse on Civic Solitude
Hanno Sauer
Philosopher from Utrecht University
Utrecht University
Episode: Hanno Sauer on The World History of Morality
Takeshi Morisato
Leading scholar of Japanese philosophy, teaching at the University of Edinburgh
University of Edinburgh
Episode: Takeshi Morisato on Japanese Philosophy
Emily Herring
Biographer of Henri Bergson and philosopher
Episode: Emily Herring on Henri Bergson
Lyndsey Stonebridge
Author of a new book on Hannah Arendt
Episode: Lyndsey Stonebridge on the Life and Mind of Hannah Arendt
Ofra Magidor
Philosopher at Oxford University
Oxford University
Episode: Ofra Magidor on Epistemicism and Moral Vagueness
Robert Williams
Philosopher and expert on decision making and indeterminacy.
Episode: Robert Williams on Decision Making Under Indeterminacy

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David Edmonds
Co-host and philosopher with a focus on ethics and public engagement in philosophical discourse.
Nigel Warburton
Co-host, freelance philosopher, and writer known for engaging discussions on a wide array of philosophical topics.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 3.6k ratings
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    Uiouztghfj
    Germany9 months ago
  • a few good episodes in a sea of idiocy. the hosts aren't really to blame since they're just accurately reflecting philosophy as a field.

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    jimbaxteris
    a year ago
  • Pithy concision at its best

    I have been listening to this podcast loyally for over ten years because each episode is provocative and presents enlightening ways of thinking about deep questions. The wide range of philosophical topics are well represented. The most recent episode on moral heroes with Elizabeth Harman seemed unpromising at first, but left me thinking critically about the choices I, my family, and my friends make in our dealings with others. Like many episodes, the short quarter-hour episode gave me tools t... more

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  • Spot on

    The latest series on the lives of the philosophers is spot on. Almost makes me want to resurrect my old plan to go for the PhD in Philosophy!

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    Music Uber Alles
    United Statesa year ago

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David Edmonds on Peter Singer's Shallow Pond Thought Experiment
Q: Why does he think we're walking past children drowning?
He argues we're not directly passing by children, but metaphorically we ignore those suffering globally while focusing on our immediate concerns.
David Edmonds on Peter Singer's Shallow Pond Thought Experiment
Q: Could you just outline what that is?
The Shallow Pond thought experiment presents a scenario where a person must choose between saving a child drowning in a pond or preserving their expensive shoes.
Takeshi Morisato on Japanese Philosophy
Q: What can I learn from Japanese philosophy?
Reading Japanese philosophy can help understand identity and the interplay of different philosophical traditions, particularly in dealing with modern existential crises.
Takeshi Morisato on Japanese Philosophy
Q: What does that mean when it comes to understanding from outside Japanese philosophy?
Westerners often struggle to find commonality and authenticity in Japanese philosophy due to the complexities of cultural and historical differences.
Agnes Callard on Lessons from Socrates
Q: Is philosophy really for everyone?
Yes, everyone has to engage in philosophy as it helps address incoherences in our lives and reduce ignorance.

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A comprehensive exploration of philosophical themes, this series engages leading philosophers to discuss a wide spectrum of ideas pertaining to ethics, political theory, and the nature of consciousness, among others. Each episode distills complex philosophical concepts into accessible insights, often reflecting contemporary debates. Notably, the format respects listener time with concise, focused discussions averaging about 15-20 minutes, allowing for both depth and brevity in tackling significant topics such as animal rights, civic responsibility, and the historical context of philosophical thought. This structure, complemented by expert guests, provides an engaging entry point into philosophical discourse for both novices and seasoned ent... more

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