Thoughts: Philosophy Untangled
By Glasgow University Philosophy Students
A Podcast Created by Glasgow University Philosophy Students. In every episode, we explore a different philosophical topic with the help of an expert. Whether you're new to philosophy or already love the subject, we look forward to embarking on this philosophical journey together!
Latest episode
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Ep. 60. Enactivism ft. Dave Ward
Join our hosts Lily Crooke and Parth Shimpi as they discuss Enactivism with guest Dave Ward! In the episode, they cover cognitivism and enactivism, language issues, and much more! -
Ep. 59 Philosophy of Democracy and Civil Disobedience ft. Calum Hodgson
This week on Thoughts we're getting political as Nora and Liz delve into the world of political philosophy with Calum Hodgson. In this episode, they discuss the ways in which democracy and civil disobedience interact with and influence one o… -
The Leverhulme Series #4. Ethics in the Past Lives of the Buddha ft. Naomi Appleton
Many past lives of the Buddha are said to be known. From lives as a tree spirit to an elephant to humans just before achieving enlightenment, the stories of these lives can offer much in pastoral value. These are the Jataka Stories. They are… -
The Leverhulme Series #3. Philosophy of Birth ft. Alison Stone
Our third Leverhulme episode discusses the Philosophy of Birth with this week's guest, Alison Stone. Make sure you join Beni and Laura in this thought-provoking episode! -
Ep. 56 The Women are Up to Something ft. Benjamin Lipscomb
In this episode, Margot and Tinka interview Benjamin Lipscomb on his new book: 'The Women Are Up To Something'. Follow along as we learn about the lives of Elizabeth Anscombe, Philippa Foot, Mary Midley and Iris Murdoch who revolutionised th… -
Ep. 55. Love Enhancement ft. Nicky Brown
Join us as Adam and Tinka interview our very own host Nicky Brown on his dissertation: Love enhancement. Can love be enhanced? If so, what aspects of it? And how should we value such 'enhanced' love? Tune in to discover the answer to these q… -
The Leverhulme Series #2. Ethics of War ft. Helen Frowe
Join Nicky and Jonah as they dive into a discussion about the ethics of war with this week’s guest, Helen Frowe. In this episode, we look at how a war starts and when if ever this justifies the killing of those affected; what makes it okay t… -
Ep. 53 Natural Kinds ft. Tuomas Tahko
Tune in this week as Alex and Adam talk with Tuomas Takho from Bristol University about how science categorizes things in nature. Join as they discuss the concept of "natural kinds" and why it's not always straightf… -
The Leverhulme Series #1. Stoicism ft. Christopher Gill
The Leverhulme Series is an exciting new project, where we'll interview philosophers and interdisciplinary thinkers, who are pushing the boundaries of original work through funding from the Leverhulme Trust. -
#51. Non-Ideal Epistemology
This week, Adam and Calum are joined by Professor Robert McKenna from the University of Liverpool. Tune in as they delve into the depths of non-ideal epistemology, explore unconventional knowledge structures, the impact of biases, and more! …
