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Philosophy For Our Times

Is morality human? | Peter Singer, Slavoj Žižek, Nancy Sherman

Feb 11, 2025
Peter Singer, a leading philosopher on animal rights, joins Slavoj Žižek, a provocative cultural critic, and Nancy Sherman, an expert on Stoicism. They tackle whether morality is a uniquely human trait or extends to non-human entities. The conversation dives into ecological ethics, challenging human-centered views of morality and considering the impact of our interventions in nature. With wit and depth, they explore moral evolution in social animals and dietary ethics, prompting a reevaluation of our responsibilities towards all sentient beings.
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  • Peter Singer argues for extending our moral consideration to all sentient beings, challenging the notion that morality is exclusively human-centric.
  • The debate examines the implications of attributing moral agency to non-human animals, suggesting a need to rethink ethical frameworks involving nature.

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