Alasdair MacIntyre

Alasdair MacIntyre, 20th and 21st century philosopher and moral theorist discusses the inadequacy of shared public morality and virtues. He highlights the lack of coherent understanding of virtues and the reliance on superficial moral rhetoric. The podcast explores moral dilemmas in military and commercial scenarios, emphasizing the limitations of indeterminate conceptions of virtue.

Alasdair MacIntyre, a renowned philosopher, dives into the deep waters of moral philosophy. He critiques modern ethical discourse, suggesting we've lost our way since abandoning Aristotle. MacIntyre discusses the importance of teleology and how understanding purpose relates to human flourishing. He argues that without recognizing cultural contexts, ethical claims become incoherent. The episode encourages revisiting ancient frameworks to bridge the gap between facts and values, challenging contemporary moral theories.