Philosophy Tasters

Philosophy will offer you the opportunity to explore some of the most profound questions it is possible to ask. This (growing) collection of material illustrates our research, our teaching, and how we can help you develop independent judgement, original thought and improve your ability to analyse complex ideas and arguments.

• Listen to Alex Grzankowski's discussion on reference and attitude ascriptions.
• Listen to Hallvard Lillehammer's discussion on trolley problems and the nature of ethical intuitions.
• Listen to Stacie Friend's discussion on imaginative resistance.
• Watch Susan James' talk about Spinoza and the importance of living together.
• Watch Susan James' talk about Spinoza and the relationship between body and mind.
• Watch Ken Gemes' talk on nihilism and the death of God.
• Watch Alex Grzankowski's discussion on mental states and mental attitudes.
• Watch a discussion 'On Margaret Cavendish', with Professor Susan James, Lauren Slater and Dr Alex Grzankowski.