Philosopher's Zone

Humility is the capacity for acknowledging that your own wisdom may be flawed, and that your epistemic commitments may be misplaced - but how can that acknowledgement honestly take place if you believe that the things you know are true?

Exploring the balance between individual freedoms and community responsibilities, wealth disparity in capitalism, reflections on childhood in conflict, empathy for collective well-being, and moral responsibility in a globalized society.

Exploring challenges faced by female philosophers in a patriarchal academic culture, advocating for inclusive leadership. Delving into Kantian hope as a rational disposition and applying it to address societal disparities. Critiquing Kantian ethics from a Filipino perspective in the context of colonial influences.

When you think about the music you like (or don't like), what does it tell you about your taste? Do you think you have good taste? And if you do, why? What is it about music that determines good or bad taste, and is it possible to cultivate the former?

Delving into the philosophical questions of twin identity and selfhood, this podcast explores the intricate nature of twin relationships. It challenges societal perceptions, debates the stability of self-identity, and discusses the moral complexities of objectification. Personal experiences and cultural expectations within twin relationships are examined, shedding light on the intertwined mental and physical aspects of twin dynamics.

The podcast explores the connection between philosophy, disability, and gut health. They discuss societal taboos, shame, and stigma related to digestive issues, while also exploring acceptance of bodily functions. The conversation delves into disability theory, societal expectations, and the need for a more understanding society.

The podcast explores the ongoing debate between feminist observers and liberal defenders regarding the regulation of the pornography industry. It discusses the challenges in defining and categorizing pornography. The speakers explore the complex nature of defining pornography and its relationship to freedom of speech. They also discuss feminist arguments against pornography as a violation of women's civil rights and right to free speech. Concerns around the portrayal of sexual activity in gay pornography are also explored.

Australian philosophy has been punching above its weight in recent decades - but does there exist something that we could call an identifiably Australian philosophical tradition? And how does the future of Australian philosophy look, at a time when the academic Humanities are under siege, and universities are being pushed to turn out "job-ready graduates"?

Exploring the historical persecution and legal attacks on queer rights, the podcast delves into the tensions and possibilities of queer theory's relationship with the state. It highlights the range of perspectives on same-sex marriage within LGBTQ communities and questions the alignment of queer politics with liberal political thought. The concept of queer democracy is explored, along with the need for rethinking the state and offering hope for a different democracy.

A discussion on the origins and power of offensive language, the paradox of swear word censorship, the distinction between swear words and slurs, and the exploration of personal habits and boundaries in swearing.