

Q&A: The contradictions which underpin anti-suicide efforts in an era of euthanasia, and are there any honest and unbiased journalists left these days?
Jan 24, 2024
The podcast delves into the contradictions in society's approach to suicide prevention and euthanasia, discussing different criteria for rational suicide and questioning who should have the authority to decide. It also explores the challenges of finding unbiased news sources and emphasizes the importance of trust in determining truth. The hosts discuss the significance of a free press, the rise of algorithm-based news outlets, and the trend of journalists starting their own independent newsletters. The chapter also explores the role of media in society, highlighting the growing partisanship and lack of trustworthiness in the media. Overall, the podcast explores truth, contradictions, and the future of our current world.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Importance of a Free Press and the Threat of Biased News
01:33 • 14min
Exploring Different Understandings of Truth and the Importance of Trust in Determining Truth
15:20 • 3min
The Role of Media in Society and Trusting Institutions
18:18 • 6min
Contradictions in Society's Approach to Suicide Prevention and Euthanasia
24:11 • 19min
Exploring Truth, Contradictions, and the Future
43:25 • 2min