Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture

Cultural Update: Genetic discrimination; Banning social media for minors; Listener questions

Nov 15, 2024

Delve into the pressing issue of genetic discrimination and the gaps in U.S. laws that leave individuals vulnerable. Discover the debate surrounding Australia’s proposed ban on social media for minors, weighing mental health against freedom. Explore the recent resignation of a key church leader, raising serious questions of accountability. Listener inquiries tackle the ethics of vasectomies and moral obligations in terminal illness care, alongside a discussion on divine sovereignty in political matters.

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Genetic discrimination laws in the U.S. are inadequate, risking individuals' access to insurance based on their genetic predispositions.

Australia's proposed ban on social media for minors raises critical debates about mental health, government overreach, and parental rights.

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Genetic Discrimination Challenges

Genetic discrimination is emerging as a significant concern as individuals obtain insights into their genetic predispositions through DNA testing. One man, who learned about his risk for ALS due to family history, faced challenges obtaining insurance despite being healthy. Current laws in the U.S. do not sufficiently protect individuals from being denied coverage or facing increased premiums based on their genetic information, which disincentivizes people from seeking life-saving tests. Examples like these underscore the need for stronger protections against genetic discrimination and highlight how the fear of adverse consequences can lead to harmful avoidance of necessary medical assessments.

Intro

2min

Genetic Discrimination: Ethical Dilemmas and Personal Choices

14min

Navigating Genetic Discrimination and Social Media Restrictions

12min

Cell Phones and Church Accountability

12min

Ethics of Vasectomy: A Personal Inquiry

4min

Ethical Choices in End-of-Life Care and Political Sovereignty

6min

Topics this week:

Scott & Sean dive into genetic discrimination, exploring gaps in U.S. laws that leave people vulnerable to genetic privacy violations by insurers.
Australia plans to ban social media for minors under 16, sparking debate on mental health vs. freedom and enforcement challenges.
Justin Welby resigns as Archbishop of Canterbury amid allegations he mishandled abuse reports, raising questions of accountability in church leadership.
Listener questions on vasectomies, moral obligation to fight terminal disease, and if Presidents are placed by God.

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Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California.

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