In this edition, tpm editor-in-chief Julian Baggini talks to philosopher of biology John Dupré and the problems with genes, and the Nobel-prize winning Amartya Sen about the idea of Justice. Plus, guest reporter Antonia Macaro discusses Wittgenstein and therapy with John Heaton.
Susan Haack continues our epic 50th issue series
AC Grayling on what brain research is doing for philosophy
Frank Furedi on an old idea that’s more important than ever
Steve Fuller on the devolution of scientific authority
John Dupré continues our special 50th issue series
The target is right, but Fodor badly misfires, say John Dupré
UFOs used to move a lot faster. Martin S. Kottmeyer asks why.
Nick Bostrom on the likelihood that we’re already living in a virtual world
Wendy Grossman looks back on change, in her 50th column for tpm