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Mentioned in 45 episodes
The theory of moral sentiments
Book • 1759
Published in 1759, 'The Theory of Moral Sentiments' is Adam Smith's first major published work, based on his lectures at Glasgow University.
The book argues that morality is driven by humanity's natural sociability and the need for approval from peers, rather than by rational calculation or innate moral sense.
Smith introduces key concepts such as sympathy, the impartial spectator, and the invisible hand, which explain how individuals judge the conduct and character of themselves and others.
The work delves into the emotional and social aspects of human behavior, highlighting the role of emotions like pity and compassion in shaping moral sentiments and behaviors.
The book argues that morality is driven by humanity's natural sociability and the need for approval from peers, rather than by rational calculation or innate moral sense.
Smith introduces key concepts such as sympathy, the impartial spectator, and the invisible hand, which explain how individuals judge the conduct and character of themselves and others.
The work delves into the emotional and social aspects of human behavior, highlighting the role of emotions like pity and compassion in shaping moral sentiments and behaviors.
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Mentioned in 45 episodes
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Ryan Holiday as a book with stoic ideas that explains to act as if you have an indifferent spectator on your shoulder.
Ryan Holiday as a book with stoic ideas that explains to act as if you have an indifferent spectator on your shoulder.
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Why Are You Surprised? | 12 Stoic Strategies on How To Stop Caring What People Think
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as the author of 'The Wealth of Nations' and 'The Theory of Moral Sentiments'.
Ryan Holiday as the author of 'The Wealth of Nations' and 'The Theory of Moral Sentiments'.321 snips
The Virtue That Makes All The Others Worth Having
Reference to Adam Smith's earlier book on propriety and how we judge the actions of others.
148 snips
What Is Capitalism? (with Mike Munger)
Mentioned by Michael Munger and 
Russ Roberts in the context of moral sentiments, self-governance, and the sense of propriety.
Russ Roberts in the context of moral sentiments, self-governance, and the sense of propriety.123 snips
Michael Munger on Obedience to the Unenforceable
Mentioned by Russ Roberts in relation to the concept of a 'man of system', relating to the potential for systems to cause harm.
Russ Roberts in relation to the concept of a 'man of system', relating to the potential for systems to cause harm.
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Russ Roberts on Vasily Grossman’s Life and Fate
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Reid Hoffman along with 'The Wealth of Nations', highlighting that Smith's understanding of capitalism requires considering both economic and moral dimensions.
Reid Hoffman along with 'The Wealth of Nations', highlighting that Smith's understanding of capitalism requires considering both economic and moral dimensions.
56 snips
Reid riffs on massive AI acquisitions, robotics, and headcount trimming
Mentioned as a good read, full of observations.
36 snips
How to Live like William Blake!
Mentioned by Russ Roberts to illustrate the concept of specialization and division of labor in watchmaking.
Russ Roberts to illustrate the concept of specialization and division of labor in watchmaking.35 snips
Rebecca Struthers on Watches, Watchmaking, and the Hands of Time
Mentioned throughout the podcast as the main subject, exploring his life, works, and impact on economic thought.
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525. In Search of the Real Adam Smith
