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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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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

Many people think philosophical discucssion is a luxury in times of conflict, but the Palestinian philosopher Sari Nusseibeh is more optimistic. In this episode of Philosophy Bites, recorded in early 2025, he explains why.

Democracy is about acting as a group, but, surprisingly, Robert Talisse argues that what it needs to function well is a degree of solitude for citizens. In-group and out-group dynamics mean that individuals become vulnerable to being pushed towards m... 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
Agnes Callard
Philosopher specializing in Socratic inquiry and its applications
Episode: Agnes Callard on Lessons from Socrates
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

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Nigel Warburton
Freelance philosopher and writer, co-host known for his engaging interview style and insightful questions.
David Edmonds
Co-host and philosopher with a keen interest in modern philosophical discourse, engaging in dialogues with guests.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 3.6k ratings
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    Germany8 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
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  • 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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Listeners appreciate the podcast's succinct and insightful episodes, often praising the hosts' ability to foster thought-provoking discussions that respect their time.
However, some critiques exist regarding a perceived lack of diversity in topics and guest representation, which could be improved in future episodes.

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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.
Agnes Callard on Lessons from Socrates
Q: What can we learn from Socrates in different areas like politics, love, and death?
We can learn that political values like justice and freedom are linked to intellectual respect, that love often does not meet our idealized expectations, and that the fear of death involves managing desires for both worldly pleasures and philosophical inquiry.
Lyndsey Stonebridge on the Life and Mind of Hannah Arendt
Q: Do you think it was partly also a sense that philosophers are system builders?
She was aware of the dangers of system building turning into ideology, leading to a loss of moral judgment.

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2. Sari Nusseibeh
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