Philosophize This!

Episode #209 ... Improving our world through applied ethics. (Peter Singer, Katarzyna de Lazari-Radek)

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Aug 26, 2024
The podcast dives into Peter Singer's response to criticisms of capitalism and its ethical implications. Katarzyna de Lazari-Radek highlights the importance of correctly interpreting ethical terminology. The discussion also covers the role of philosophy in education and the need for creative activism. Innovative strategies, like meme warfare, are introduced to motivate ethical behavior. Lastly, the rise of the Effective Altruism movement emphasizes the necessity for engaging discussions about ethics to inspire positive societal change.
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ANECDOTE

Singer's Response to Anti-Capitalist Critique

  • Peter Singer addressed the anti-capitalist critique of his work by highlighting historical progress under capitalism.
  • He cited reduced poverty, lower child mortality, and increased life expectancy as evidence.
INSIGHT

The Many Faces of Capitalism

  • Kasia de Lazari-Radek argues for nuanced understanding of 'capitalism'.
  • She points out that vastly different societies like Sweden and the US both operate under capitalist systems.
ADVICE

Don't get stuck

  • Don't let philosophical pessimism paralyze action.
  • Address urgent moral issues like factory farming and poverty despite theoretical disagreements.
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