1000-Word Philosophy is a resource developed for students, their instructors, and anyone interested in philosophy, ethics, and critical thinking.
All of our essays are now available in audio format; many of our essays are available as videos.
We also have two resources developed for students, written by the Editors of 1000-Word Philosophy:
New to Philosophy?
You might begin with these essays:
- What is Philosophy? by Thomas Metcalf
- Critical Thinking: What is it to be a Critical Thinker? by Carolina Flores
- Arguments: Why Do You Believe What You Believe? by Thomas Metcalf
- Is it Wrong to Believe Without Sufficient Evidence? W.K. Clifford’s “The Ethics of Belief” by Spencer Case
Units
New! We have units of essays on topics of current and everlasting interest.
Further Resources
Encyclopedias and Research Tools
- Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: overviews by experts in philosophy: written for advanced philosophers.
- Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: accessible overviews on all areas of philosophy: good for students.
- Early Modern Texts: texts from early modern philosophy translated into more accessible language.
- PhilPapers: a searchable index of philosophical publications.
- Diversity Reading List: collects high quality texts in philosophy written by authors from under-represented groups.
Why Study Philosophy
- American Philosophical Association’s Brief Guide for Undergraduates: the APA’s guide on the value of studying philosophy.
- Why Major in Philosophy? The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s explanation for why you should major in philosophy.
- Why Study Philosophy? A list of reports from people about how studying philosophy benefitted them in their professional careers.
Philosophy Magazines
- The Philosophers’ Magazine
- Philosophy Now
- New Philosopher
- Think: an academic journal specializing in accessible essays on topics in philosophy written by top scholars.
- The Stone – The New York Times: a column in The New York Times devoted to philosophical topics.
Philosophy Summaries
- Mini Philosophy: philosophical ideas and theories explained in short, accessible summaries designed for a general audience.
- Philosophy Break: a philosophy resource that explains philosophy for non-experts, including free courses.
- that-which | Philosophy Philosophemes Philosophers: summaries of 19th and 20th century philosophers who write primarily on phenomenology and existentialism.
- Daily Philosophy: essays on philosophical topics for the general public, including many on applying philosophy to everyday problems.
- Philosophy Unlocked: accessible summaries of philosophy written from the standpoint of the original authors.
- The Philosophy Teaching Library : guided tours of major philosophical texts.
- Prindle Post: short essays on philosophical issues in contemporary society.
- The Deviant Philosopher: introductions to major topics in philosophy.
Philosophy News and Information
- Daily Nous: news and discussion for people interested in philosophy.
- Who Studies Philosophy?: a list of significant people in business, politics, and entertainment who studied philosophy in college.
- American Philosophical Association’s Undergrad Resources: a page maintained by the American Philosophical Association with links to student resources.
Philosophical Organizations
- American Philosophical Association
- Society for the Advancement of American Philosophy
- Society for Phenomenology and Existential Philosophy
- PLATO, the Philosophy Learning and Teaching Organization: this organization nurtures young people’s curiosity, critical thinking, and desire to explore big questions, through philosophy and ethics programs for students, educators, and families.
Philosophical Videos
- Wi-Phi: videos on philosophers and topics in all areas of philosophy.
- Train of Thoughts: animated videos on philosophical issues, including many 1000-Word Philosophy essays
Philosophy Podcasts
- philosophy bites: a popular podcast featuring philosophers.
- Philosophy Talk: a radio program and podcast devoted to philosophy.
- The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast: a popular philosophy podcast.
- Hi-Phi Nation: a podcast on all areas of philosophy driven by stories.
- Micro-Digressions: A Philosophy Podcast: philosophical excursions into interesting, and often controversial, topics.
- Overthink: a podcast hosted by philosophy professors that explores new perspectives on perennial philosophical questions.
- Story Phi: Come for the story. Stay for the philosophy.
Interviews with Philosophers
- What Is It Like to Be a Philosopher?: interviews with living philosophers about their work and lives.
- I Am An American Philosopher: interviews with contemporary American philosophers.
Philosophy Q&A
- Ask Philosophers: submit questions and professional philosophers will answer them.
Please check back for more resources that would be especially useful for students. Please send us any suggestions. Thank you!