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Talks during study leave in 2024

Taking advantage of a concentrated period of research, I have planned a series of talks on my research on delusions, conspiracy beliefs, and epistemic injustice and a series of talks in or for schools.


Conference

Academic talks






School visits and events

  • The Philosophy Garden: Epistemic Injustice, Trusting Others, and Explaining Events. Sessions with year 12, 11 and 10 students at St George's School, Ascot, 3 October 2024.
  • What is a philosopher? Career talk at Ark Tindal Primary Academy, Balsall Heath, 10 October 2024.
  • What is the value of artworks? (with Laura D'Olimpio) and the Personal Identity Game (with Lisa Bortolotti). Visit to the A level Centre at Birmingham Metropolitan College, Sutton Coldfield, 18 November 2024.
  • The Personal Identity Game on World Philosophy Day. Visit to The Gower School, London, 21 November 2024.
  • Themes in Philosophy, Theology, and Religion (with Carissa Sharp). Study day for Oakgrove School. Birmingham, 11 December 2024.


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