
The Iris Murdoch Society exists to promote her work, further her philosophical vision, and enhance and extend knowledge. You can find our website here: irismurdochsociety.org.uk/ You can find us on Twitter - twitter.com/IrisMurdoch On Facebook - www.facebook.com/groups/2213699051 And at Chichester University: www.chi.ac.uk/humanities/public-humanities/literary-and-c... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 89 | Founded | 6 years ago | 
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In this episode Miles talks to Andrea Delaune (University of Canterbury, New Zealand) about her new book, 'Iris Murdoch and Early Childhood Education: Enhancing Attention and Moral Vision in Pedagogy' (Routledge, 2025). www.routledge.com/Iris... more
In this episode we discuss Murdoch’s conceptualisation of virtue and what it might mean to be virtuous. We’ll range across her philosophy, of course, but we’ll also have time to visit her fiction and consider if she embeds some of her ideas about vir... more
Welcome to a new season of the Iris Murdoch Podcast! In this episode we’re celebrating the 50th anniversary of the publication of one of Murdoch very best novels, and one of the six first-person male narrated novels, A Word Child. This is a revisit a... more
In this lecture Miles Leeson, Director of the Iris Murdoch Research Centre at the University of Chichester, discusses Murdoch’s reception by her contemporaries and look at the lighter side of how she was lampooned, both directly and indirectly, in th... more
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Such a stellar podcast—every reader of Murdoch should have a listen! Thoughtful, compelling discussions.
Update: this podcast continues to delight & inform. Love the variety of readers, the different forms of reading and community they bring, the generosity of spirit. Miles Leeson a perennially sensitive and warm host!
I have just started listening, halfway through the first episode, but I already see this is what every Iris Murdoch lover wanted for many years. Intelligent and lively discussion from all angles of her life and work - bravo!
Was searching recently for any podcasts about Murdoch. I read The Sea, The Sea 15 years go and have loved her books ever since. Lo and behold, there's an entire podcast series about her! Fantastic news indeed. Brilliantly researched and different each time. Highly recommended listening!
Such a stellar podcast—every reader of Murdoch should have a listen! Thoughtful, compelling discussions.
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The content focuses on the philosophical and literary contributions of Iris Murdoch, exploring her novels and ethical theories through a blend of philosophical discourse and literary analysis. Episodes often feature distinguished academics, speakers, and experts who share insights about Murdoch's work, making her philosophies accessible and relevant to contemporary discussions. Noteworthy topics include discussions of her moral philosophy, the themes of evil, virtue, and relationships within her fiction, and the cultural and historical contexts that shaped her writings. This podcast is unique in its commitment to celebrating Murdoch's legacy while fostering an intellectual community around her ideas, making it appealing to both scholars and... more
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