David Enoch
Professor of the philosophy of law at Oxford, and a professor of law and philosophy at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He is the author of Taking Morality Seriously: A Defense of Robust Realism.
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Aug 13, 2025 • 1h 23min
David Enoch on Certainty and Compromise
David Enoch, a prominent philosophy professor at Oxford and the Hebrew University, dives into the fraught landscape of liberalism and its moral foundations. He argues that liberalism needs to shed its neutral facade, advocating for moral objectivism to regain public trust. The discussion touches on complex issues like the implications of current global conflicts and the importance of speaking out against oppressive practices. Enoch emphasizes the need for a principled stance on autonomy and the intricate balance required in navigating political realities.
Nov 19, 2025 • 57min
How much should we consider the role of moral luck?
In this discussion, Matthew Taylor, Chief Executive of the NHS Confederation, highlights how upbringing influences moral responsibility. Sonia Sodha and Inaya Folarin-Iman debate the interplay between agency and circumstance. Kirsty Brimelow sheds light on how mitigating factors are considered in legal contexts. Susan Blackmore challenges the notion of free will, advocating for rehabilitation in law, while David Enoch argues against moral luck's significance. The panel navigates the complex landscape of moral judgments, responsibility, and the impact of luck in our lives.
