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#100 Philosopher Shootout - 16 Thinkers, Ranked (With Joe Folley)

Within Reason

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Philosophical Showdown: Ethics and Influence

This chapter engages in a deep exploration of the trolley problem and its ethical implications through the lens of influential philosophers like Peter Singer and Dostoevsky. The speakers debate the merits of figures such as Descartes and Nietzsche, examining their contributions to existential thought and morality. The conversation culminates in a playful ranking of these philosophers, while also addressing the intersections of philosophy and religion.

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