The Phil

Judith Butler Speaks to the Phil About Social Movements in the Digital Age

In their insightful address to the Phil on Monday, Butler took a pandemic-tinted glance at social justice, non-violence and activism in an age of social media.
By Clara Roche

The Elizabethan Society Discusses Image-Based Sexual Abuse

A panel, which was moderated by president of the Phil and the Eliz Kate Maher, hosted activists from the End IBSA Ireland group.
By Maitiú Charleton

The Phil Re-Launches the Eliz Subcommittee

Having performed a largely honorary function in recent history, the Eliz subcommittee of the Phil returns this week to create events by and for women and non-binary people.
By Mairead Maguire

Booker Prize-Winning Author of ‘Girl, Woman, Other’ Addresses the Phil

Bernardine Evaristo, who teaches Creative Writing at Brunel University London, has written eight novels.
By Aoife Dalton

In Conversation with the Phil, Eboe-Osuji Urges Students to Create Change

Discussing the relationship between law and politics, Chile Eboe-Osuji, president of the International Criminal Court, inspired and enlightened over Zoom.
By Mairead Maguire

Former Trump Aide Anthony Scaramucci Charms a Sceptical GMB Audience

The former White House communications director could have faced a hostile crowd but his humour helped diffuse any tensions.
By Samuel Doyle

“Courage, Failure and Taking Risks”: Marina Abramović Speaks to the Phil

The renowned performance artist discussed her unique career trajectory, perceptions of performance art, and holding her own in a tough craft.
By Paul Glynn

PepsiCo’s Indra Nooyi is “Changing How We Make Money”

The company's CEO received the Phil's honorary patronage.
By Daniel O'Brien

Philip Treacy, Renowned Hat Designer on the Narrative of the Fashion Industry

Philip Treacy, celebrated milliner received the society’s Gold Medal of Honorary Patronage yesterday.
By Carla King-Molina

The Case For Censoring Free Speech, and Its Consequences

In a world with rampant discussion about political correctness, Sophie Andrews-McCarroll explores the divided opinions on the right to offend.
By Sophie Andrews-McCarroll