Justin Clarke-Doane

Justin Clarke-Doane, an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Columbia University, explores the unexpected relationship between mathematics and morality. He argues that both fields grapple with objectivity and reality, despite their apparent differences. The discussion dives into the complexities of moral objectivity, the nature of mathematical truths, and intriguing concepts like the mathematical multiverse. By examining the philosophical links between ethical reasoning and mathematical principles, Clarke-Doane reveals surprising parallels that challenge conventional wisdom in both domains.

David Albert, a renowned philosopher of physics, joins Justin Clarke-Doane, an expert on the link between mathematics and ethics, for a spirited discussion. They tackle the complex debate between absolute and relative space in physics, and how it intersects with moral philosophy. The duo explores expressivism in ethics, questioning if moral statements hold objective truth. Diving into physicalism and supervenience, they challenge the notion that everything can be reduced to physical facts while considering the implications for ethics and reality itself.