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#138 Classic episode – Sharon Hewitt Rawlette on why pleasure and pain are the only things that intrinsically matter

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Understanding Intrinsic vs. Instrumental Values in Human Experience

This chapter delves into the distinction between intrinsic and instrumental values, clarifying how each plays a significant role in human life. The discussion aims to address common misconceptions about the term 'good' and highlights the implications of these distinctions for moral discourse.

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