Welcome to the
Nottingham Philosophy Club
Our next Session:
Experience and Reality
Our perceptual experience of the world is one thing. How the world is in itself independent of our experience is another thing. How is our conscious experience related to mind-independent reality? More particularly, is there actually a mind-independent reality, or is everything mental?
Philosophers have proposed three different theories of perception to account for the relationship between our experiences and the reality of the world outside ourselves. These are: (1) direct realism; (2) indirect realism; and (3) idealism (or phenomenalism). We shall examine the merits and drawbacks of these three theories.
Our next meeting is on 20th October starting 7.30pm at: 34 Waldeck Road, Carrington, Nottingham NG5 2AF
Join the Nottingham Philosophy Club for engaging, thought-provoking discussions. Each month, we explore a new topic with a brief introduction, followed by open conversation among the group. Whether you’re an expert or just curious, everyone is welcome to share their thoughts and perspectives.
Our gatherings take place in a comfortable, informal setting, hosted at a member’s home. Meetings last for two hours. With around 15 participants, you can choose to actively engage or just listen and learn. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month.
We are a genuine discussion group – we do not have a philosophy of our own to promote. Rather, we are keen to hear all opinions. Most members have no philosophical training – all you need to join is an enthusiasm for thinking and discussion.
Previous meetings have considered:
- Forgiveness
- Heidegger
- Existentialism
- Hume and Miracles
- What Is Art?
- Genetic Science
- Marx and Historical Materialism
- Kant and Knowledge
- Arguments for the Existence of God
- Philosophy as Psychology
- What is Justice?
- Philosophy and Language
- Rights & Responsibilities
- Rights for Non-Human Nature
- Knowledge through Art
- Time
- Derrida
- Liberty vs Social Control
- Logical Positivism
- Censorship
- Abortion
- Evolution
- Capitalism
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If you'd like to join the next philosophy meeting, you can contact us directly at nottinghamphilosophy@gmail.com
Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month.