I'm a philosophy professor known for defending panpsychism, the theory that consciousness is a fundamental property of the physical universe. I interview philosophers, scientists, and spiritual thinkers about consciousness and the ultimate nature of reality.
"One of the most persuasive panpsychists" - Stephen Fry.
"It's nothing less than thrilling to follow Goff's argument" - Philip Pullman
Mary Leng is a mathematical fictionalist, which is a philosopher who thinks mathematics is a useful fiction. This was a fascinating discussion on the epistemological challenges facing Platonism and how to make sense of fictionalism as an alternative. Our discussion ended with me trying out on Mary my view that mathematical knowledge is rooted in mystical experiences. Do you think she was convinced???
If you want to dig a bit deeper, there's a related article on my Substack (https://philipgoff.substack.com/p/what-if-plato-had-been-a-mystic).
Mary's website (https://www.york.ac.uk/philosophy/people/mary-leng/)
“Galileo’s Error” (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Galileos-Error-Foundations-Science-Consciousness/dp/1846046017) is my book on consciousness and panpsychism.
My book “Why? The Purpose of the Universe” (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Why-Purpose-Universe-Philip-Goff/dp/0198883765)explores the spiritual implications of panpsychism.
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00:00 What is Philosophy of Mathematics?
6:16 Platonism
15:15 The Indispensability Argument
22:34 Physics without Mathematics
30:25 The Easy Road
37:34 What about Logic?
44:05 Mystical Experiences
19 Jul 2026
6 | Do Buddhists believe in the Christian god? - Tyler McNabb
In his book 'Eastern Philosophy and Classical Theism,' Tyler Dalton McNabb argues that many Eastern religions believe in the God of classical theism. I loved talking to Tyler about this fascinating topic.
Tyler's book. (https://www.cambridge.org/core/elements/abs/eastern-philosophy-and-classical-theism/7B73363C36C5A6806D3C052806088903)Tyler's website. (https://priscillamcnabb.wixsite.com/tylermcnabb)
Follow my weekly philosophy column on my Substack (https://philipgoff.substack.com/).“Galileo’s Error (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Galileos-Error-Foundations-Science-Consciousness/dp/1846046017)” is my book on consciousness and panpsychism.
My book “Why? The Purpose of the Universe” (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Why-Purpose-Universe-Philip-Goff/dp/0198883765)explores the spiritual implications of panpsychism.
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00:00 - Classical Theism
14:24 - The Problem of Evil
16:46 - Spiritual but not Religious
19:47 - Buddhism & Classical Theism
26:23 - Advaita Vedanta
34:06 - Do We Overlap with God?
43:35 - A God of Limited Power
6 Jul 2026
5 | Is morality objective? - Mike Huemer
Mike Huemer is a great philosopher and a star of philosophy YouTube, and I loved this chat with him about whether morality is objective. I like to chat both to people who agree with me and to people who disagree with me. This was a mix of both.
Here’s (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLEDJcNF5s4) a prior debate Mike and had on whether taxation if theft (spoiler: it’s not).
Make sure you subscribe to Mike’s Substack Fake Nous (https://fakenous.substack.com/), and buy all of his books.
My book “Why? The Purpose of the Universe” is now out here (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Why-Purpose-Universe-Philip-Goff/dp/0198883765) in paperback.
Please subscribe and support my public work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/c/PhilipGoffPhilosophy) financially if you're able.
26 Jun 2026
4 | A New Rival to Panpsychism - Sam Coleman
Sam Coleman is a panqualityist. What is a panqualityist?? Watch and find out!
Check out more of Sam's work here (https://philpeople.org/profiles/sam-coleman).
My book “Why? The Purpose of the Universe” is now out in paperback here (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Why-Purpose-Universe-Philip-Goff/dp/0198883765).
Please subscribe and support (https://www.patreon.com/c/PhilipGoffPhilosophy) my public work financially if you're able.
8 May 2026
3 | The Best Argument Against Physicalism | Michelle Liu
Can we account for consciousness in the terms of physical science? You may have heard about zombies and black and white Mary, but I think it all hangs and falls on something called the "Revelation Argument." In this episode, I discuss the revelation argument with Michelle Liu, who's one of the most interesting philosophers writing on this topic. Let me know what you think!
If you’re interested in digging a little deeper, Michelle sent me over some of her writing in this are, which I've listed on my Substack (https://philipgoff.substack.com/p/the-best-argument-against-physicalism)
For more on Michelle Liu: Her Website (https://michelleyuanboliu.wixsite.com/mybl)
My book “Why? The Purpose of the Universe” is now out in paperback, available here (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Why-Purpose-Universe-Philip-Goff/dp/0198883765).
Please subscribe and support my public work financially on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/c/PhilipGoffPhilosophy) if you're able.
19 Apr 2026
2 | Pioneering Neuroscientist has Mystical Experience | Christof Koch & Philip Goff
Christof Koch is a hugely influential figure in the science of consciousness. I was somewhat taken aback at a recent conference when Christof spoke of the recent mystical experience that has changed his life. I couldn’t resist having a chat with Christof about his experience and how it’s impacted him. It was a great conversation, and I’d love to hear people’s thoughts on it.
For more on Christof and his fantastic books, including 'Then I Am Myself the World' in which he talk about his mystical experience, check out his website: https://christofkoch.com/
If you have any questions about the discussion, subscribe to my Substack and I'll try to answer them in this month's 'Ask Me Anything' video: https://substack.com/@philipgoff
Pre-order my book "Why? The Purpose of the Universe" in paperback: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Why-Purpose-Universe-Philip-Goff/dp/0198883765
Join me in conversation with William Lane Craig, Jessica Frazier, and Joseph Folley at the Royal Institution, May 1st: https://www.thepanpsycast.com/reserve-books/joe-folley-live-event-william-lane-craig
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21 Mar 2026
1 | Arguing Ethical Emotivism with Alex O'Connor
Alex O'Connor and I have the same view on consciousness (we think it's fundamental) but we radically disagree on whether morality is objective. Here I try to convince Alex that either he joins me in thinking morality is objective, or he gives up his view that consciousness is fundamental. He can't have it both ways!! AM I RIGHT??
Visual version of my chat with Alex available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mtm148PDafA&t=13s
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