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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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