

'The Women are Up to Something' — A Conversation with Professor Benjamin Lipscomb
Dec 7, 2022
Professor Benjamin Lipscomb discusses the revolutionary women in 20th-century ethics. They focus on their impact on philosophy, access to colleges for women, intimate friendships among philosophers, and the debate between Anscombe and Lewis. The conversation delves into ethical naturalism, contrasting American and British perspectives, and the influence of philosophy post-World War II.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Evolution of Women's Access to Colleges
02:02 • 5min
Shifting Philosophical Landscapes and Female Pioneers
07:15 • 20min
Intimate Friendships Among Philosophers from Oxford and Cambridge
27:16 • 2min
Intellectual Endeavors in Ethics: American vs British Perspectives
29:21 • 5min
Analyzing the Debate: Anscombe vs. Lewis
34:22 • 20min
Exploring Scholarly Pursuits and Philosophical Influence
54:09 • 3min