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Amia Srinivasan

Chichely Professor of Social and Political Theory at All Souls College, Oxford. Author of the book "The Right to Sex".

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Sep 7, 2023 • 1h 11min

What We're Listening To: Does Anyone Have a Right To Sex?

Tyler Cowen, an economist and host of Conversations with Tyler, interviews Amia Srinivasan, a philosopher from Oxford and author of The Right to Sex. They dive into whether we have a 'right' to be desired and discuss how societal norms shape our sexual desires. The conversation gets heated over the sufficiency of consent in relationships and the implications of declining fertility rates. Moreover, they explore the complex intersections of feminism with various ideologies, challenging traditional perceptions around sex, desire, and ethical dilemmas.
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Sep 22, 2021 • 1h 5min

Amia Srinivasan on Utopian Feminism

Amia Srinivasan, a Professor at Oxford and author of 'The Right to Sex', dives into the complexities of feminist philosophy. She questions our societal understanding of consent, particularly in sexual relationships, and the ethical implications of gender norms in chess. Srinivasan critiques the simplistic narratives around gender equality and discusses the importance of context in political discourse. She also explores falling fertility rates and suggests systemic changes to support family dynamics, all while advocating for a fresh look at socialism's role in achieving equity.
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Jan 1, 2017 • 20min

Amia Srinivasan on What is a Woman?

'What is a woman?' may seem a straightforward question, but it isn't. Feminist philosophers from Simone de Beauvoir onwards have had a great deal to say on this topic. Amia Srinivasan gives a lucid introduction to some of the key positions in this debate in this episode of the Philosophy Bites podcast. She is talking to Nigel Warburton.