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Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

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Ethics and Language Evolution

This chapter explores the ethical implications of Peter Singer's drowning child thought experiment, highlighting human instincts to prioritize close kin over distant individuals. It examines the moral failures in vaccine distribution during pandemics, particularly how affluent nations manage their surplus vaccines while neglecting greater needs abroad. Additionally, the discussion delves into the evolution of language, contrasting different viewpoints and emphasizing the complex relationship between language and cognition.

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