Mandi Astola

Mandi Astola, Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Delft University of Technology, dives deep into the intricate web of character, virtue, and vice. She explains how our emotional responses influence how we perceive others' traits. The discussion explores whether groups can have collective character, emphasizing the importance of diversity in fostering collective wisdom. Astola also navigates the paradox of vices possibly enhancing group dynamics and the role of discomfort in prompting moral change. Her insights challenge traditional views and invite listeners to rethink what it means to cultivate character.