

Am I Right to Be Offended?
14 snips May 14, 2024
Emily McTernan, author of On Taking Offence, delves into the complexities of being offended in modern life. The podcast explores the power dynamics and social implications behind taking offense, the role of visible offense in driving social change, and the nuances of feeling offended in different settings like the classroom and societal discourse. It emphasizes the naturalness and importance of taking offense in social negotiation and democracy.
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Introduction
00:00 • 6min
Philosophical Examination of Taking Offense
05:41 • 3min
The Complexities of Being Offended
08:39 • 14min
Navigating Offense and Boundaries in the Classroom Setting
22:19 • 4min
Navigating Social Standing and Norms
26:15 • 6min
Navigating the Complexity of Taking Offense
31:52 • 28min
Navigating Offense in Societal Discourse
59:40 • 12min
The Nature of Taking Offense
01:11:45 • 6min