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POLITICAL THEORY – Niccolò Machiavelli
Machiavelli’s name is a byword for immorality and political scheming. But that’s deeply unfair. This was simply a political theorist …
First World Problems
Many issues are nowadays dismissed as mere ‘first world problems’. But the problems of the first world are deeply important …
Student Philosopher: Plato’s Ladder of Love
Plato’s theory of the Ladder of Love shows how you can move from a sex-focused vision of love to a …
Work-Life Balance
The idea of achieving work-life balance is a beautiful dream; it’s also quite impossible, as we should realise without bitterness …
PHILOSOPHY – Baruch Spinoza
Spinoza tried to replace the bible with a scientifically-based ethical system. He succeeded in theory – but not in practice. …
Student Philosopher: Guys in Sandals
Em, 20, is a first year student in philosophy at London University. She’s also our new vlogger, capturing her experiences …
Losers and Tragic Heroes
Our societies are really good at rewarding success; but much less skilled at dealing with failure. Is there an alternative …