Philosophy
- Opinion
- Opinion
I could weep every time I hear this brilliant woman speak. She’s so true and wise
Chloé Zhao is now one of the world’s top film directors. But she is also both exceptional and relatable, with a gleaming poetic energy, and I hope we hear more from her.
- Julia Baird
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The power of negative thinking: Why ancient stoicism is a popular tool for modern living
Small acts like sleeping without the fan and leaving your phone at home can help us tackle life’s bigger challenges.
- Brigid Delaney
Workmates chatting too loudly? This poet says we should enjoy it
Embracing everyday irritation is key to a life well-lived, argues rock star poet David Whyte.
- Kerrie O'Brien
‘Why not study maths or something?’ The students acing VCE’s oddball subjects
And what exactly is sociology, anyway? We asked some of Victoria’s top students to explain.
- Caroline Schelle
- Opinion
- Opinion
What if there was a way to measure someone’s contempt? Now there is
This useful tool might save your family Christmas, and possibly the world.
- Julia Baird
- Opinion
- Australia votes
How you vote now comes down to one variable above all
Electoral allegiances have changed so much, poll watchers have had to come up with new names for political brands. So, do you vote GAL or TAN?
- Ross Gittins
Why the Banksy of the philosophy world wants to stop you having babies
No one knows what David Benatar looks like, but his anti-natalist philosophy prompts strong reactions as does his argument that boys and men also are victims of sexism.
- Andrew Taylor
Pop star, philosopher, poet: Taylor Swift is shaking up how we think
The singer’s great works have many similarities with the most revered thinkers and authors in history, becoming a fixture of courses at Australia’s top universities in the process.
- Jordan Baker
An Auschwitz survivor, an Aussie newsletter, an Irish poet: How I found hope in 2023
In times like these, poets and philosophers provide better reason for ‘stubborn optimism’ than politicians.
- David Leser
Your survival guide to office parties, snippy colleagues and major suck-ups
Ancient wisdom for managing the work silly season? You bet. Follow these rules to get through the summer unscathed (and generally improve your lot at work).
- Annie Lawson