Episode 26: Robert Richards discusses evolutionary ethics
In this episode, Robert Richards argues that we have evolved an instinct to act for the benefit of other people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8 Sep 201136min
Episode 25: Robert Stalnaker discusses conversational context
In this episode, Robert Stalnaker draws a distinction between two different meanings of the word 'context,' then explores some of its philosophical ramifications. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...
18 Juli 201128min
Episode 24: Christopher Peacocke discusses the perception of music
In this episode, Christopher Peacocke discusses what it is to hear emotion in music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13 Juni 201131min
Episode 23: Quassim Cassam discusses transcendental arguments
In this episode, Quassim Cassam discusses an influential strategy for arguing against the idea that (for example) we're all in the Matrix. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17 Maj 201131min
Episode 22: Ben Laurence discusses collective action
In this episode, Ben Laurence discusses the difference between what an individual person does and what a group of people does. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6 Apr 201129min
Episode 21: Raymond Geuss discusses political liberalism
In this episode, Raymond Geuss critiques the idea that we should always look to what the general consensus is when deciding which political policies to adopt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
7 Mars 201132min
Episode 20: Simon Critchley discusses faith
In this episode, Simon Critchley considers whether religious faith can serve as a model for faith in ethical principles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8 Feb 201133min
Episode 19: Dan Sperber discusses epistemic vigilance
In this episode, Dan Sperber discusses the psychological habits we develop in order to figure out whether the information we hear from other people is trustworthy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...
12 Jan 201135min
