#116 Peter Godfrey Smith - Animal Consciousness: What Can We Know?
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Ethics of Animal Consciousness and Suffering
This chapter explores the intricate ethical debates surrounding animal consciousness, suffering, and humane treatment, particularly in the context of consumption choices like animal farming. It examines the moral implications of various farming practices, contrasting humane and factory farming, while also addressing animal experimentation's ethical concerns. Through philosophical discussions and thought experiments, the chapter challenges listeners to reflect on the complexities of moral distinctions between humans and animals.
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