Radical Philosophy

Professor Elaine Stratford - discusses how Francis Levy educated people about the treatment of animals, the bands of mercy and the girls Friendly Society.

Ecological Thinking  - Professor Lorraine Code discusses the wisdom of ecological thinking, the dangers of autonomy and Rachel Carson's scientific practice.

Clinical Research involving pregnant women - Associate Professor Angela Ballantyne discusses the benefits of including pregnant women in clinical research, pregnant women in covid vaccine research and their risks of exploitation in clinical research.

Menstrual Taboos - Dr Mariana Lopez discusses the social and environmental impacts of menstrual waste, the prevailing taboos around menstruation and organisations that are making a difference in womans lives.

Alt-Right, Misogyny, and Feminism - Dr. Tracy Llanera discusses how the alt-right is different from other racist groups, what is meant by the term “White Power Barbie” and the exit cases of women from other extremist groups.

Is it Immoral to be Immortal? Dr Francesca Minerva discusses whether cryonics is raising the dead, what ethical concerns there would be with a head transplant and the cost involved.

Shaping Children’s Brains - Assoc. Prof. Sarah Whittle & Divyangana Rakesh discuss what neighbourhood disadvantage is, what effect stress can have on the brain and how teachers play a role in promoting healthy brain development.

Feminist Legal Clinic - Anna Kerr discusses what the main objectives are in the feminist legal clinic, how the justice system is failing Aboriginal women and how domestic violence could be reduced.

Feminist epistemology - Prof. Alessandra Tanesini explains about the different varieties of feminist epistemology, the importance of standpoint in feminism and how power is relevant to knowledge.

Why is modern capitalism irresponsible? Professor Lorraine Talbot discusses capitalism and company law, the history of companies under capitalism and what the government could do to make capitalism responsible