Modern Philosophy Podcasts

Join neuroscientist, philosopher, and best-selling author Sam Harris as he explores important and controversial questions about the human mind, society, and current events.

Author Nigel Warburton reads from his book Philosophy: The Classics which is an introduction to 27 key works in the history of Philosophy...

Interview with Philosophers about their New Books.

Listen to this philosophical radio show hosted by Stanford University philosophy professors as they chat with eminent contemporary philosophers about particular philosophical topics.

Beginner friendly if listened to in order! For anyone interested in an educational podcast about philosophy where you don't need to be a graduate-level philosopher to understand it.

The Philosopher's Zone with Alan Saunders looks at the world of philosophy and at the world through philosophy. The program addresses the big philosophical questions and arguments.

We surprise some of the world's brightest minds with ideas they're not at all prepared to discuss. With host Jason Gots and special guests Salman Rushdie, Mary-Louise Parker, Saul Williams, Henry Rollins, Bill Nye, George Takei, Maria Popova, Sam Harris, Junot Diaz, Maria Konnikova, and many more...

David Edmonds (co-author of Wittgenstein's Poker) and Nigel Warburton (author of Philosophy: The Basics) interview top philosophers on a wide range of topics in this weekly podcast.

Intelligence Squared is the world’s leading forum for debate and intelligent discussion.

Philosophy Explained includes twelve chapters exploring the traditional categories of logic, metaphysics, epistemology, and aesthetics.