

Animals' Understanding of Death w/ Susana Monsó
Oct 21, 2024
Susana Monsó, an expert in animal minds and ethics from UNED in Madrid, shares insights from her new book on how animals understand death. They explore the philosophical implications of animal mortality, discussing research on Goffin's cockatoos. Monsó unpacks the emotional responses animals have to death, challenging anthropocentric views. The conversation touches on the ethics of consumption and our complicated relationship with nature. Using humor, she reflects on her personal journey with grief while advocating for accessible philosophy.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Philosophy Meets Animal Cognition
02:06 • 28min
Perceptions of Death: Animal Insights
30:05 • 16min
Perceptions of Consumption and Animal Ethics
46:31 • 2min
The Complexity of Life and Death in Nature
48:25 • 13min
Navigating Death Through Humor and Accessibility
01:01:13 • 4min
The Importance of Accessible Philosophy
01:04:56 • 2min