The Good Place: The Podcast
Ch. 19: William Jackson Harper, Actor | Dr. Todd May, Philosophy Advisor
Aug 28, 2018
Actor William Jackson Harper and philosophy advisor Dr. Todd May discuss the influence of philosophy on 'The Good Place' and explore ethical dilemmas like 'the trolley problem'. They also share behind-the-scenes stories, talk about writing raps for the show, and highlight the impact of their work on the philosophy community.
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- The podcast explores the philosophy behind the Trolley Problem and its challenges in personal and emotional contexts.
- The episode highlights the importance of emotional involvement and accountability in moral decision-making for personal growth and evolving morality.
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The Trolley Problem and Ethical Dilemmas
In this episode, Cheaty teaches the group about the famous ethical dilemma, The Trolley Problem, but struggles to connect with Michael. Michael then takes Cheaty and Eleanor through hyper-realistic simulations to make the dilemma more realistic. Eleanor realizes that Michael is backsliding and torturing them, leading to a sincere apology that ultimately gets through to the group. Janet counsels Tahani on her relationship problems and her motivation to keep their trust a secret. She starts experiencing glitches and confesses to Michael that it may collapse the neighborhood.
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