Peter Adamson, Professor of Philosophy at the LMU in Munich and at King's College London, takes list
The “Investiture Contest” between church and state and the first major work of medieval political ph
Andrew Arlig joins Peter to discuss medieval discussions of mereology (the study of parts and wholes
Gilbert of Poitiers proposes a unique way to explain how each individual is the individual it is.
In this special episode, Peter chats with the hosts of the History of the Crusades, History of Byzan
As early medieval science blossoms, Bernard Silvestris and Alan of Lille personify Nature in their p
The controversial role of Chartres in the philosophical Renaissance of the twelfth century.
Discussion, debate and denunciation of philosophical attempts to explain the Trinity in Abelard, Ric
Hugh of Saint Victor and other scholars of the same abbey combine secular learning with spirituality
John Marenbon returns to the podcast to discuss Abelard's views on necessity and freedom..
Peter Abelard sets out an innovative ethical theory that identifies intentions as the core of moral
Peter Abelard and Heloise prove themselves to be fascinating thinkers as well as star-crossed lovers
Abelard and other logicians of the 12th century argue over the status of universals: are they words
Anselm expert Eileen Sweeney discusses his approach to philosophy and the devotional aspect of his w
The most famous argument in medieval philosophy is Anselm's proof of God's existence. But how is it
Anselm offers more than his famous ontological argument, including a subtle account of human freedom
Peter Damian takes up a question with surprising philosophical implications: can God restore virgini
Little-known authors prepare the way for scholasticism with glosses on logic, metaphysical debate, a
Stephen Gersh (who was Peter's doctoral advisor!) joins him to discuss the sources and influence of
We celebrate reaching episode 200 with a special double interview on the problem of defining medieva
Eriugena delves into the Greek tradition to produce his masterpiece of metaphysics and theology, the
