Kurt Gray, a psychology professor known for his work on moral psychology and author of "Outrage," dives into the fascinating world of moral typecasting. He discusses how our evolutionary instincts shape perceptions of victims and villains, influencing debates on issues like immigration and gun rights. Gray highlights the power of personal stories in bridging divides and offers practical strategies for navigating moral discussions. His insights shed light on the complexities of human outrage and the importance of empathy in fostering understanding.
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Moral Typecasting
We morally typecast others as either pure victims or perpetrators.
This oversimplification distorts our ability to see the nuances in moral situations.
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Limitations of Black and White Thinking
Black and white thinking oversimplifies complex moral decisions.
Our genetic code influences our moral decisions, especially regarding right and wrong.
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Moral Foundations
Jonathan Haidt's moral foundations theory proposes multiple bases for moral decisions.
Kurt Gray argues that harm is the core moral consideration.
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Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion
Jonathan Haidt
In this book, Jonathan Haidt draws on twenty-five years of research on moral psychology to explain why people's moral judgments are driven by intuition rather than reason. He introduces the Moral Foundations Theory, which posits that human morality is based on six foundations: care/harm, fairness/cheating, loyalty/betrayal, authority/subversion, sanctity/degradation, and liberty/oppression. Haidt argues that liberals tend to focus on the care/harm and fairness/cheating foundations, while conservatives draw on all six. The book also explores how morality binds and blinds people, leading to social cohesion but also to conflicts. Haidt aims to promote understanding and civility by highlighting the commonalities and differences in moral intuitions across political spectra.
Outraged
Why We Fight About Morality and Politics and How to Find Common Ground
Kurt Gray
In 'Outraged,' Kurt Gray presents groundbreaking research showing that liberals and conservatives share the same moral mind, with moral judgments stemming from feelings of threat or vulnerability to harm. Gray argues against the 'destruction narrative' and explains how early human instincts and modern social media contribute to moral outrage. He offers practical insights and tools for understanding and bridging the gaps between different moral worldviews, promoting more peaceful interactions in polarized times.
Why do we see some people as victims and others as villains? Kurt Gray joins us to explore moral typecasting, the prey vs. predator mindset, and why harm is at the heart of all moral debates—whether it’s immigration, free speech, or gun rights. We uncover how our evolutionary instincts shape outrage and polarization and discuss practical strategies for bridging moral divides with personal stories instead of statistics.
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[0:00] Moral Typecasting and Its Implications
[6:47] Intro to Kurt Gray and Speed Round
[10:30] Understanding Outrage and Moral Foundations
[18:30] Evolutions of Moral Psychology and Harm
[30:55] Moral Typecasting and Its Impact
[37:30] The Power of Personal Stories
[46:00] Practical Tips for Navigating Moral Discussions
[53:27] Grooving Session: Empathy, Understanding, and Discussing Divides
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