Steven D. Hales

Steven D. Hales, a philosophy professor, and Kristján Kristjánsson, an expert in virtue ethics, delve into the clash between JD Vance and Pope Francis over selfishness and altruism. They explore how familiarity shapes moral behavior and discuss Nietzsche's critique of altruism, revealing the egoist motives behind supposedly selfless actions. The duo also examines the complexities of jealousy through the lens of the Tenth Commandment, questioning its moral implications and shedding light on its nuanced role in human relationships.