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Practical ethics
Book • 2011
In 'Practical Ethics,' Peter Singer provides a comprehensive introduction to applied ethics.
The book delves into the principles of ethics, emphasizing the role of rationality in moral decision-making.
Singer discusses a range of ethical issues including race, sex, ability, species, abortion, euthanasia, infanticide, embryo experimentation, animal rights, political violence, overseas aid, and environmental concerns.
He advocates for a utilitarian approach, arguing that it offers a practical framework for addressing moral conflicts by maximizing well-being and reducing suffering.
The book also explores the concept of effective altruism, urging readers to consider their moral obligations to assist those in extreme poverty and to act in ways that maximize the impact of their charitable actions.
The third edition includes a new chapter on climate change, one of the most pressing ethical challenges of our time.
The book delves into the principles of ethics, emphasizing the role of rationality in moral decision-making.
Singer discusses a range of ethical issues including race, sex, ability, species, abortion, euthanasia, infanticide, embryo experimentation, animal rights, political violence, overseas aid, and environmental concerns.
He advocates for a utilitarian approach, arguing that it offers a practical framework for addressing moral conflicts by maximizing well-being and reducing suffering.
The book also explores the concept of effective altruism, urging readers to consider their moral obligations to assist those in extreme poverty and to act in ways that maximize the impact of their charitable actions.
The third edition includes a new chapter on climate change, one of the most pressing ethical challenges of our time.
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Mentioned in 7 episodes
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Trent Horn to illustrate a point about the responsibility of individuals to help those in need.
Trent Horn to illustrate a point about the responsibility of individuals to help those in need.
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#985 - The Fallacy That Sends Most People To Hell
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Amjad Masad in relation to utilitarianism and its implications for ethical decision-making.
Amjad Masad in relation to utilitarianism and its implications for ethical decision-making.
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Amjad Masad: The Cults of Silicon Valley, Woke AI, and Tech Billionaires Turning to Trump
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Alex O'Connor as a good introduction to ethics, covering topics like equality and when killing is permissible.
Alex O'Connor as a good introduction to ethics, covering topics like equality and when killing is permissible.
#214 - Cosmic Skeptic - How Do We Define What Is Good & Bad?
Mentioned by Carl Richards as a seminal work in moral philosophy, influencing discussions on altruism and effective giving.
A Life Well Lived with Peter Singer
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Spencer Greenberg when discussing the interview with 
GPT-3 , referencing Singer's work in philosophy.
Spencer Greenberg when discussing the interview with GPT-3 , referencing Singer's work in philosophy.
An interview with an A.I. (with GPT-3 and Jeremy Nixon)
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Rob Wiblin in the context of a discussion about Singer's controversial views and their impact.
Rob Wiblin in the context of a discussion about Singer's controversial views and their impact.
#66 – Peter Singer on being provocative, effective altruism, & how his moral views have changed
Mentioned by Dan Miller , who reread it, when discussing Allie Beth Stuckey's citation of the moral philosopher.
It's in the Code ep 150: “Abortion Is Healthcare, Pt. 2”
Erwähnt von Herwig Grimm im Kontext der Diskussion über Tierethik und Empfindungsfähigkeit von Tieren.
#178 Erklär mir Tierversuche, Herwig Grimm
Mentioned by Morteza Hajizadeh as the author of several influential books, including Animal Liberation, Practical Ethics, The Life You Can Save, and Ethics in the Real World.
Peter Singer, "Consider the Turkey" (Princeton UP, 2024)
