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Evolutionary Psychology | Justin Garson (Rebroadcast)
Is evolution the root cause of racism, rape, and disgust? Are differences between men and women a result of both nature and nurture? Are some forms o…
2 years, 7 months ago
Trans women in sport: Is it fair? | Stephen Kershnar (Rebroadcast)
Lia Thomas, a trans woman, has sparked controversy by competing in and winning women’s collegiate swimming events. Should Thomas and other trans athl…
2 years, 7 months ago
Freedom | Ernst Roets and Martin Van Staaden
Does the State protect or curtail freedom? Are communities more important than individuals? Should freedom be constrained by virtue?
2 years, 7 months ago
David Chalmers on Virtual Reality and The Simulation Argument (Rebroadcast)
Could you be a brain in a vat, or be living in a simulated or virtual reality? Could you live a meaningful, valuable existence even if you were?
2 years, 7 months ago
Freedom | Ernst Roets and Martin Van Staaden
Does the State protect or curtail freedom? Are communities more important than individuals? Should freedom be constrained by virtue?
2 years, 8 months ago
The Philosophy of Black Mirror's White Bear | Rebecca Tuvel
Black Mirror's episode, White Bear, is full of interesting philosophical problems. Are you still responsible for a crime you committed even if you've…
2 years, 8 months ago
Why you should stop eating meat | Mylan Engel
Do your current moral values require you to stop eating meat? Will going vegan actually prevent animal cruelty? Is the vegan movement a force for goo…
2 years, 8 months ago
David Benatar on the Israel Palestine Conflict
Are Jews entitled to their own homeland? Is the Israeli response to the massacre of civilians perpetrated by Hammas on October 7th justified? Should…
2 years, 8 months ago
The Ethics of Killing in War | Jeff McMahan (Rebroadcast)
This older conversation about war sheds light on the current conflict in Israel and Gaza. Are soldiers fighting for the wrong side ever justified in …
2 years, 9 months ago
Pornography and Exploitation | Holly Lawford-Smith
Are women generally exploited in pornography? Even in cases where women report that their pornography career is empowering, have they nevertheless be…
2 years, 9 months ago