

Are There Failed Persons? Are You One of Them? | Prof. John O'Callaghan
Aug 29, 2020
Prof. John O'Callaghan delves into the concept of failed human persons, discussing societal perceptions of personhood and medically assisted killing. He explores moral obligations towards those in vulnerability and the interconnection of personal success with compassion towards others. The podcast challenges misconceptions about failing as a person and emphasizes the importance of caring for those in need for personal fulfillment.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Exploring Societal Perceptions of Personhood and Medically Assisted Killing
02:00 • 23min
Exploring Moral Obligations and Engagement with Weakness in Human Lives
25:21 • 18min
Exploring the Concept of Failing as a Person
43:17 • 5min
The Interconnection of Personal Success and Compassion towards Others
48:24 • 4min