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#342 - Animal Minds & Moral Truths

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Nov 27, 2023
Sam Harris speaks with philosopher Peter Singer about the moral status of non-human animals, speciesism, and the scale of animal suffering. They also discuss conscientious omnivores, animal experimentation, and concerns about Effective Altruism. Singer's influential book 'Animal Liberation' is explored, as well as the comparative nature of human suffering and the work of philosopher Derek Parfit. They touch on objective morality and delve into Buddhist ethics and contemporary issues with a female Buddhist monastic.
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