Gary Flood investigates Philosothons, a new philosophical phenomenon in schools.
Other Articles
The Evolution of Cooperation
Ellen Clarke on the biology of cooperation and its implications for understanding human behaviour.
Close Encounters of the Cancer Kind
In an article originally published in June 2012, Jeff Mason reflects on his cancer diagnosis and impending death.
Death and Its Concept
Jeff Mason argues that the concept of death has no subjective meaning.
Nigel Warburton, Virtual Philosopher
Nigel Warburton, co-presenter of Philosophy Bites, is interviewed by TPM’s editor, James Garvey. (Originally published in 2013.)
Foul Play
David Papineau argues that it can be morally permissible to break the rules while engaged in a sporting contest.
What’s Wrong with Gay Marriage?
John Corvino dismantles the objections to gay marriage.
Islamophobia or Fair Critique?
Brian D Earp argues that criticising a religious practice from the perspective of secular ethics is not the same thing as being prejudiced against the religion.
Gettier and Justified True Belief: 50 Years On
On the fiftieth anniversary of Gettier’s famous paper, Fred Dretske explains what we should have learned from it.
Women in Philosophy
Jennifer Saul on the psychological biases adversely affecting philosophy – and what we can do about it.