Shelley 🇨🇦
@shel7609.bsky.social
Philosopher, educator, writer, feminist. Avid supporter of the arts, animals, and life-long learning. Fan of F1 and football. ADHD academic.
UHI INS Viking Studies postgraduate student.
UHI INS Viking Studies postgraduate student.
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The Annals of Ulster records the onset of a three-month snowfall #OTD in 1047, leading to the deaths of many people and animals. The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle records a winter ‘more severe than any living man could remember’. 📸Rosa-Maria Rinkl #medievalsky
December 8, 2025 at 8:04 AM
The Annals of Ulster records the onset of a three-month snowfall #OTD in 1047, leading to the deaths of many people and animals. The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle records a winter ‘more severe than any living man could remember’. 📸Rosa-Maria Rinkl #medievalsky
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Take a Walk Through Orkney's Captivating Story of Pirate John Gow theorkneynews.scot/2025/12/06/t...
Take a Walk Through Orkney’s Captivating Story of Pirate John Gow
The UHI Institute for Northern Studies in partnership with J Gow Distillery is pleased to announce the launch of the John Gow Heritage Trail, a significant new heritage trail in Orkney. The trail t…
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December 6, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Take a Walk Through Orkney's Captivating Story of Pirate John Gow theorkneynews.scot/2025/12/06/t...
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“We are in the midst of a crisis of massive proportions and grave global significance...a world-wide crisis in education.” That’s the opening blast from Martha Nussbaum’s new book, Not for Profit: Why Democracy Needs the Humanities.
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The End of the Humanities? - The Philosophers' Magazine
Martha Nussbaum tells James Garvey why the humanities are under threat.
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December 6, 2025 at 1:51 PM
“We are in the midst of a crisis of massive proportions and grave global significance...a world-wide crisis in education.” That’s the opening blast from Martha Nussbaum’s new book, Not for Profit: Why Democracy Needs the Humanities.
philosophersmag.com/the-end-of-t...
philosophersmag.com/the-end-of-t...
Ran an errand outside the city and regained a bit of perspective.
December 4, 2025 at 1:26 AM
Ran an errand outside the city and regained a bit of perspective.
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10/10 take. No notes.
November 7, 2025 at 5:49 PM
10/10 take. No notes.
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Vikings in Early Medieval Ireland: Church-Raiding, Politics and Kingship by Colmán Etchingham boydellandbrewer.com/book/vikings...
Vikings in Early Medieval Ireland
Illuminates the dynamics of church raiding by Vikings in Ireland, relating this phenomenon to their wider objectives and political ambitions.
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October 29, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Vikings in Early Medieval Ireland: Church-Raiding, Politics and Kingship by Colmán Etchingham boydellandbrewer.com/book/vikings...
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The genetic history of the Orkney Islands tells a fascinating story filled with contrasts. In his latest blog post @thinkuhi.bsky.social Dr Andrew Jennings discusses the results of recent genetic studies in #Orkney
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October 29, 2025 at 9:05 AM
The genetic history of the Orkney Islands tells a fascinating story filled with contrasts. In his latest blog post @thinkuhi.bsky.social Dr Andrew Jennings discusses the results of recent genetic studies in #Orkney
www.vikingislands.co.uk/p/a-genetic-...
www.vikingislands.co.uk/p/a-genetic-...
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Following the discovery of mosquitoes in Iceland, Dr Andrew Jennings, @thinkuhi.bsky.social Associate Professor in Island Studies, discusses the need to build resilience #islands in the face of rapid climate change.
@adammarkham.bsky.social #climatechange
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@adammarkham.bsky.social #climatechange
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Climate’s New Invaders: Iceland and Shetland’s First Mosquitoes and the Warning for Northern Islands
As an academic living in the windswept Shetland Isles, I’ve always been fascinated by how climate shapes the fragile ecosystems and cultures of remote islands.
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October 28, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Following the discovery of mosquitoes in Iceland, Dr Andrew Jennings, @thinkuhi.bsky.social Associate Professor in Island Studies, discusses the need to build resilience #islands in the face of rapid climate change.
@adammarkham.bsky.social #climatechange
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@adammarkham.bsky.social #climatechange
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Whether we want justice or freedom is the central political question behind all our political disputes – we have Rawls and Nozick to thank. | https://iai.tv/articles/rawls-vs-nozick-justice-or-freedom-auid-2854
But Helga Varden argues that we must move beyond this divide.
#philsky
But Helga Varden argues that we must move beyond this divide.
#philsky
Rawls vs Nozick: Justice or Freedom? | Helga Varden
Whether we want justice or freedom is the central political question behind all our political disputes – we have Rawls and Nozick to thank for this. In modern politics, the left is associated with see...
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October 25, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Whether we want justice or freedom is the central political question behind all our political disputes – we have Rawls and Nozick to thank. | https://iai.tv/articles/rawls-vs-nozick-justice-or-freedom-auid-2854
But Helga Varden argues that we must move beyond this divide.
#philsky
But Helga Varden argues that we must move beyond this divide.
#philsky
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Exploring the Future of Philosophy: An Independent Philosophy Institute?
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Exploring the Future of Philosophy: An Independent Philosophy Institute? (guest post) - Daily Nous
What is the institutional future of philosophy? Various demographic, economic, and technological developments raise concerns about the long term survival of traditional institutions of higher educatio...
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October 23, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Exploring the Future of Philosophy: An Independent Philosophy Institute?
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Honored to have taken part in the conversation about free will with several other philosophers, scientists, and theologians. www.youtube.com/watch?v=EL3e...
Episode 5 | Are Our Lives Pre-determined? The Questions of Free Will and Human Agency
YouTube video by The Medic And The Mufti
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October 21, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Honored to have taken part in the conversation about free will with several other philosophers, scientists, and theologians. www.youtube.com/watch?v=EL3e...
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We should stop worrying about what’s right or wrong, or about reaching moral perfection. | https://bit.ly/46C0Wlz
Instead, University of Colorado at Boulder philosopher, Alastair Norcross argues we should focus on how we can do better and avoid doing worse.
#socsky #philsky
Instead, University of Colorado at Boulder philosopher, Alastair Norcross argues we should focus on how we can do better and avoid doing worse.
#socsky #philsky
September 25, 2025 at 11:29 AM
We should stop worrying about what’s right or wrong, or about reaching moral perfection. | https://bit.ly/46C0Wlz
Instead, University of Colorado at Boulder philosopher, Alastair Norcross argues we should focus on how we can do better and avoid doing worse.
#socsky #philsky
Instead, University of Colorado at Boulder philosopher, Alastair Norcross argues we should focus on how we can do better and avoid doing worse.
#socsky #philsky
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The ADHD urge to think I can learn a new language before an international trip next year…
Or next month…
Or next week…
Or next month…
Or next week…
September 22, 2025 at 3:01 PM
The ADHD urge to think I can learn a new language before an international trip next year…
Or next month…
Or next week…
Or next month…
Or next week…
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If the hole you're in keeps getting deeper, you can always stop digging.
September 13, 2025 at 5:13 PM
If the hole you're in keeps getting deeper, you can always stop digging.
Finally decided on entry table photos. My NY gang in the Village (2010ish?) & photography from the Eiffel Tower, Paris (1991… yikes). Daily reminders of connecting with people and creative strength.
September 7, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Finally decided on entry table photos. My NY gang in the Village (2010ish?) & photography from the Eiffel Tower, Paris (1991… yikes). Daily reminders of connecting with people and creative strength.
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“Philosophy is strengthened when we engage with the important issues of our time,” argues Lee McIntyre. | iai.tv/articles/nav...
In this interview, McIntyre delves into the complex nature of truth, and the vital role philosophers must play to promote clarity.
#philsky #techsky
In this interview, McIntyre delves into the complex nature of truth, and the vital role philosophers must play to promote clarity.
#philsky #techsky
Navigating reality in the misinformation age | Lee McIntyre
In an age of disinformation, philosopher Lee McIntyre emphasizes the importance of understanding truth and reality. Join him and Omari Edwards in an enlightening interview as they discuss the misuse…
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September 1, 2025 at 2:04 PM
“Philosophy is strengthened when we engage with the important issues of our time,” argues Lee McIntyre. | iai.tv/articles/nav...
In this interview, McIntyre delves into the complex nature of truth, and the vital role philosophers must play to promote clarity.
#philsky #techsky
In this interview, McIntyre delves into the complex nature of truth, and the vital role philosophers must play to promote clarity.
#philsky #techsky
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How businesses deflect responsibilities for addressing modern slavery in their supply chains | theconversation.com/how-business...
How businesses deflect responsibilities for addressing modern slavery in their supply chains
When confronted with modern slavery risks, some companies justify their inaction or adopt ineffective measures that do little to address the problem.
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August 30, 2025 at 12:07 PM
How businesses deflect responsibilities for addressing modern slavery in their supply chains | theconversation.com/how-business...
Dutch GP, BlueSky Buddies! A year has passed already??
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August 29, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Dutch GP, BlueSky Buddies! A year has passed already??
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Interesting article on Aztec moral philosophy. Life on the slippery Earth: Aztec moral philosophy has profound differences from the Greek tradition, not least its acceptance that nobody is perfect. aeon.co/essays/aztec...
Aztec moral philosophy didn’t expect anyone to be a saint | Aeon Essays
Aztec moral philosophy has profound differences from the Greek tradition, not least its acceptance that nobody is perfect
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August 27, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Interesting article on Aztec moral philosophy. Life on the slippery Earth: Aztec moral philosophy has profound differences from the Greek tradition, not least its acceptance that nobody is perfect. aeon.co/essays/aztec...
A photo you took that brings you inner peace.
August 24, 2025 at 8:22 PM
A photo you took that brings you inner peace.
Coldplay - Adventure Of A Lifetime (Glastonbury 2016)
YouTube video by BBC Music
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August 23, 2025 at 12:16 AM
It’s the start of the new (school) year, folks. I never get tired of Heritage Hall on a sunny morning. #sait #philosophy #ethics
August 23, 2025 at 12:09 AM
It’s the start of the new (school) year, folks. I never get tired of Heritage Hall on a sunny morning. #sait #philosophy #ethics
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Studying philosophy does make people better thinkers, according to new research on more than 600,000 college grads theconversation.com/studying-phi...
Studying philosophy does make people better thinkers, according to new research on more than 600,000 college grads
Philosophers are fond of saying that their field boosts critical thinking. Two of them decided to put that claim to the test.
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August 22, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Studying philosophy does make people better thinkers, according to new research on more than 600,000 college grads theconversation.com/studying-phi...