

Expanding our Moral Circle with Philosopher Jeff Sebo
Feb 20, 2025
Jeff Sebo, an Associate Professor at NYU and author of "The Moral Circle," shares his insights on moral considerations beyond humans. He discusses expanding our ethical framework to include nonhuman animals, insects, plants, and even AI systems. Sebo delves into the complexities of moral standing, consciousness, and the utilitarian trade-offs we grapple with in a multi-species world. He also highlights the urgent need for thoughtful policy-making around AI ethics and explores the burgeoning understanding of cognitive abilities in various life forms.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Expanding the Moral Circle
04:02 • 22min
Navigating the Complexity of Moral Trade-offs in a Multi-Species World
26:28 • 3min
Evaluating Moral Significance and Sentience
29:11 • 10min
Ethical Dilemmas in AI and Sentience
39:32 • 20min
Ethics of Insect Farming: A Moral Dilemma
59:33 • 16min
Exploring the Cognitive Abilities of the Natural World
01:15:54 • 2min