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The Iris Murdoch Society podcast

Iris Murdoch Society
Iris Murdoch
Philosophy
The Sea, the Sea
Moral Philosophy
Moral Psychology
Dorothy Emmet
Dogs
Literature
Kant
Existentialism
John Bayley
Political Theory
Refugees
Under the Net
Feminism
Communism
Socialism
Marxism
Metaphysical Thinking
The Sacred and Profane Love Machine

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

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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

In this second episode focused on Existentialists and Mystics we’ll be reading two essays – ‘Thinking and Language’ and ‘Nostalgia for the Particular’ – together. If you’ve yet to listen to our prior episode on Murdoch earliest work on Sartre then yo... more

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Recent Guests

Tony Milligan
Research fellow in the philosophy of ethics at King's College, University of London.
King's College, University of London
Episode: Iris Murdoch and the Virtues
Lesley Jamieson
Assistant professor and post-doc researcher at the Centre for Ethics as Study in Human Value at the University of Pardubice.
University of Pardubice
Episode: Existentialists and Mystics 2 Podcast
Sam Filby
PhD student focusing on Murdoch's aesthetics and moral psychology
Northwestern University
Episode: Existentialists and Mystics 1 Podcast
Dr. Lucy Oulton
Research Associate at the Iris Murdoch Research Centre and Editor of the Iris Murdoch Review.
Iris Murdoch Research Centre
Episode: Iris Murdoch's Wild Imagination Podcast
Mark Hopwood
Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of Sewanee, USA
University of Sewanee
Episode: The Moral Philosophy of Iris Murdoch Podcast
Bridget Clarke
Professor of Philosophy at the University of Montana and author focused on Iris Murdoch's work
University of Montana
Episode: Iris Murdoch Individuals and Ethics Podcast
Robert Cremins
Writer and senior lecturer at the University of Houston, with a lifelong love of Murdoch's fiction
University of Houston
Episode: The Sacred And Profane Love Machine Podcast
Daniel Read
Lecturer at the University of Kingston in London, author of a monograph on Iris Murdoch
University of Kingston
Episode: The Sacred And Profane Love Machine Podcast
Liz Whittome
Avid reader and re-reader of Murdoch; former chief examiner for English at Cambridge.
Cambridge University Press
Episode: Iris Murdoch And Dogs Podcast

Host

Miles Leeson
Host of discussions revolving around Iris Murdoch's philosophy and literary contributions, frequently engaging with guests from academia to explore various implications of Murdoch's work.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Phenomenal

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Han VanderHart
    United States4 years ago
  • Brilliant!

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gloriaregis
    Russia4 years ago
  • Dream find

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Upright Man
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Phenomenal!

    Such a stellar podcast—every reader of Murdoch should have a listen! Thoughtful, compelling discussions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wordswordswords77
    United States5 years ago

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Many express enthusiasm about the academic insights shared by guests, making this a valuable resource for both new and long-time admirers of Murdoch.
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Listeners praise the engaging and thoughtful discussions, highlighting their appreciation for the depth and variety of content related to Murdoch's philosophy and literature.

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#84
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Iris Murdoch's Wild Imagination Podcast
Q: What was the moment that convinced you that this needed to be a project that was going to be a PhD?
I felt it was incomplete. I had unanswered questions after my MA and sensed there was more to explore in the connection between fiction, philosophy, and poetry.
Iris Murdoch's Wild Imagination Podcast
Q: Lucy, tell us a little bit about the beginnings of the book. Where did your first interest in Murdoch and the Natural World come from?
I trace it back to when I started working with Anne Rowe at Kingston University in 2014 during my master's degree, where I noticed Murdoch's strong belief in the effective response to literature.
Moral Articulation Podcast
Q: Can we talk a little bit about the practical applications of your work, particularly in terms of morality?
I think about morality in a broad sense and include all sorts of things related to human sociality, virtue, and education as part of what emerges from moral articulation.
Iris Murdoch And The Political Podcast
Q: So when does she become a little bit sort of disengaged or disillusioned with communism?
By the end of the war, she became disillusioned by the practices of the Soviet Union.
Iris Murdoch And The Political Podcast
Q: Can I take you back a little bit to Oxford?
Murdoch was highly political, committed to communism and pushed for progressive change.

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The content focuses on the philosophy, literature, and historical significance of Iris Murdoch, highlighting her contributions to ethics, morality, and the human experience. The discussions often feature esteemed academics who explore various aspects of Murdoch's work, including eco-criticism, moral philosophy, and the portrayal of complex relationships in her narratives. Engaging topics such as the interplay between literature and ethical reflection, as well as the relevance of her ideas in contemporary society, permeate the episodes, making it an informative resource for fans and scholars of Murdoch alike. The podcast serves not only as a platform for deeper understanding of Murdoch's insights but also celebrates her literary legacy throu... more

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