Lying and Deception
Friday 13 March 17:00 until 19:30
Brighton & Hove : Friends Meeting House, Ship Street, Brighton, BN1 1AF
Speaker: Corine Besson, Joanna Odrowąż-Sypniewska, Clive Webb, Daniel Molto
Part of the series: Âé¶¹Ó³» Philosophy Society
What is it to lie, and why does it matter? Join our panel of experts for a diverse discussion of philosophical topics related to lying, including the question of whether or not lying always involves an intention to deceive, the relationship between lies and "bullshit", and the significance of lying in contemporary political propaganda.
The Philosophy Department at the Âé¶¹Ó³» invites you to join us at the Friends Meeting House in Brighton for a free workshop on the philosophy of lying and deception, funded by The Royal Institute of Philosophy.
Join us to hear from and discuss this topic with our speakers:
- Corine Besson (Associate Professor of Philosophy, Âé¶¹Ó³»)
- Joanna Odrowąż-Sypniewska (Professor of Philosophy, University of Warsaw)
- Clive Webb (Professor of American History, Âé¶¹Ó³»)
- Daniel Molto (Assistant Professor of Philosophy, Âé¶¹Ó³»)
Tickets are free, but must be booked here:
By: Robert Dunphy
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Last updated: Friday, 13 February 2026

