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Mentioned in 15 episodes
The life you can save
How to Play Your Part in Ending World Poverty
Book • 2009
Peter Singer's "The Life You Can Save" is a compelling argument for effective altruism, urging readers to donate to charities that demonstrably alleviate suffering.
Singer challenges conventional thinking about philanthropy, emphasizing the moral obligation to maximize the positive impact of our donations.
The book presents a practical framework for identifying and supporting high-impact charities, focusing on cost-effectiveness and measurable results.
Singer's work has sparked significant debate and inspired many to re-evaluate their charitable giving.
The book's core message is that even small contributions can make a substantial difference in the lives of others.
Singer challenges conventional thinking about philanthropy, emphasizing the moral obligation to maximize the positive impact of our donations.
The book presents a practical framework for identifying and supporting high-impact charities, focusing on cost-effectiveness and measurable results.
Singer's work has sparked significant debate and inspired many to re-evaluate their charitable giving.
The book's core message is that even small contributions can make a substantial difference in the lives of others.
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Mentioned in 15 episodes
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in a discussion about moral philosophy and the responsibility to alleviate suffering.


Ryan Holiday

195 snips
The Stoic Secrets to a Good Life (ft. Ryan Holiday)
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as an influential figure whose arguments about global poverty and moral obligations impacted his life.


William MacAskill

140 snips
Moral Philosopher Will MacAskill on What We Owe The Future
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as examples of his work on applied ethics.


Stephen West

102 snips
Episode #209 ... Improving our world through applied ethics. (Peter Singer, Katarzyna de Lazari-Radek)
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in relation to the shallow pond thought experiment.


Russ Roberts

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Erik Hoel on Effective Altruism, Utilitarianism, and the Repugnant Conclusion
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while discussing his work on reducing global poverty and child mortality.


Peter Singer

42 snips
STEVEN PINKER: rational optimism in a complex world
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as a source for insights on addressing world poverty.

Richard Garnett

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Generous Living in Preparing to Die | Richard Garnett
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and offered as a free copy to listeners; focuses on responding to extreme poverty and finding fulfillment in helping others.


Rich Roll

23 snips
How To Live An Ethical Life With Moral Philosopher Peter Singer
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as the author of the book and a fascinating person whose philosophy has guided billions of dollars in aid.


Ryan Holiday

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Peter Singer on Practicing Effective Altruism Daily
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as a book promoting effective altruism and helping those in extreme poverty.


Lex Fridman

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#107 – Peter Singer: Suffering in Humans, Animals, and AI
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as a book he read and enjoyed, leading to an interview with the author.


Ryan Holiday

Peter Singer On Being Part Of The Solution
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as the book that introduced her to effective altruism.

Ajeya Cotra

#90 Classic episode – Ajeya Cotra on worldview diversification and how big the future could be
Mentioned by Louisa Rodriguez as a book that influenced her early interest in effective altruism.

#116 – Luisa Rodriguez on why global catastrophes seem unlikely to kill us all
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while discussing Singer's work on effective altruism and the ethical implications of personal spending.


Ryan Holiday

Professor Jennifer Baker on Understanding Modern Stoicism
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as the book that introduced her to effective altruism.

Ajeya Cotra

Critiquing Effective Altruism (with Michael Nielsen and Ajeya Cotra)
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as the book that led to the founding of the organization 'The Life You Can Save'.


Peter Singer

PETER & KASIA: welcome to the podcast
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as the subject of the podcast episode.


Russ Roberts

Peter Singer on The Life You Can Save
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as a book that presents a compelling, though challenging, perspective on moral obligations.


Ezra Klein

Best of: The moral philosophy of The Good Place
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as the author of a book about effective altruism.


Rich Roll

Edward Norton: Thoughts On Ego, Taking Big Swings & Speaking Truth To Power
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in relation to the ethical dilemma of saving a drowning child and the potential impact on incentives.


Russ Roberts

Don Boudreaux on Buchanan
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when discussing the interview with 

, referencing Singer's work in philosophy.


Spencer Greenberg


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An interview with an A.I. (with GPT-3 and Jeremy Nixon)