Nigel Warburton
Writer, philosopher, and podcaster; co-host of Philosophy Bites and author of several books on philosophy.
Top 3 podcasts with Nigel Warburton
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Jul 4, 2025 • 57min
Censorship, editing and self-censorship
Rana Mitter, a Harvard historian, discusses censorship's impact in authoritarian regimes, while Jemimah Steinfeld of Index on Censorship shares insights on freedom of expression challenges. Amelia Fairney sheds light on sensitivity readers influencing publishing decisions, and Nigel Warburton emphasizes the dangers of echo chambers. Nicola Wilson dives into historical censorship within UK literature and the evolving role of sensitivity editing. Together, they explore the delicate balance between protecting audiences and preserving artistic integrity.
Aug 16, 2013 • 28min
What Makes a Fake a Fake?
Brad LaHaw, a practising painter who remakes and prints artworks, and Nigel Warburton, a philosopher of aesthetics, debate reproduction, authorship and how origin shapes value. They explore appearance versus reality, cases like Duchamp and Hitler, branding and neuroscience studies on expectation. Short, lively conversations about whether copies can equal or surpass originals.
Aug 23, 2009 • 48min
Machiavelli: Nigel Warburton and Quentin Skinner
Nigel Warburton interviews Quentin Skinner on Machiavelli's 'The Prince', discussing virtues in public life, historical context of Florence in 1513, Machiavelli's critique of traditional virtues, and the role of deception in politics. They explore the necessity of prioritizing state safety over morality and delve into the complexities of moral decision-making in politics.
