Philosophy For Our Times On humans and animals | Peter Singer, Mary Midgley
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Apr 9, 2024 
Australian philosopher Peter Singer and Mary Midgley discuss animal rights, challenging human superiority and promoting utilitarianism. They debate animal pain perception, ethical treatment, species barriers, and valuing human life over animals.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Rethinking Human Superiority: A Dialogue on Animals' Moral Status
01:46 • 19min
Ethical Considerations of Animal Pain Perception
21:02 • 6min
Ethical Consideration of Animal Treatment
27:23 • 2min
Species Barrier and Ethical Considerations
29:02 • 6min
Ethical Considerations on Valuing Human Life
34:52 • 3min