Philosophy Bites

Is there any connection between philosophy and running. Mark Rowlands, who began running to exercise his pet wolf thinks there is. Find out why in this episode of the Philosophy Bites podcast, which was recorded at the 2013 'Words by the Water' Literary Festival at Keswick. Philosophy Bites is made in association with theInstitute of Philosophy.

What are constitutions and how are we to interpret them? John Gardner addresses these questions in conversation with Nigel Warburton in this episode of the Philosophy Bites podcast. Philosophy Bites is made in assocation with the Institute of Philosophy.

What is a hallucination? How does it differ from an illusion? Fiona Macpherson of Glasgow University discusses these questions with Nigel Warburton in this episode of the Philosophy Bites podcast. Philosophy Bites is made in association with the Institute of Philosophy.

Jeff McMahan argues against the private ownership of guns in this episode of the Philosophy Bites podcast. Philosophy Bites is made in association with the Institute of Philosophy.

Descartes believed that we can have knowledge that was independent of experience. In this episode of the Philosophy Bites podcast Colin McGinn makes a case for there being some such knowledge. Philosophy Bites is made in association with the Institute of Philosophy.

Surveillance expert Tom Sorell discusses the problems of surveillance and the value of privacy. They explore the complexity of privacy and surveillance, the ethics of state surveillance in public places, the invasion of privacy through body scanners, and the connection between surveillance, power, and human rights.

John Campbell discusses the insights that schizophrenia provides for psychologists and philosophers, including thought insertion, immediate knowledge of thoughts, mechanisms of thoughts and speech, philosophical problems in schizophrenia, and the relationship between language and schizophrenia.

In this podcast, philosopher Kendall Walton discusses the unique characteristics of photography, such as its transparency and the impact of the photographic process on the final image. He also explores the invasion of privacy and evidential value in photography, as well as the challenges and advancements brought by digital technology.

Alan Ryan, a political philosopher, discusses the differences between ancient and modern concepts of freedom. Topics include slavery, autocracy, political participation, individual liberty, and the importance of political engagement. The podcast also explores different interpretations of freedom, including the absence of constraints and the mastery of one's own life. It concludes with an exploration of ancient liberty and the need for citizen involvement in decision-making processes.

Philosophy professors discuss their favorite philosophers such as David Hume, Aristotle, Nietzsche, Locke, Sartre, and Kant. They highlight their insights, contributions, and personal admiration for their work.