298. Neil deGrasse Tyson — Starry Messenger: Cosmic Perspectives on Civilization
The Michael Shermer Show
Reflection on Righteousness and Opinions on Taxes
Reflect on the righteousness of your actions and consider the impact on others, whether it's the small creatures like the one ounce mouse or the trees cut down for construction. Take a moment to analyze your urges and postures in life to determine how righteous they truly are. Some topics, like taxes, may not have a clear opinion, as evidenced by the author's contemplation on wealth and poverty. Despite having valuable nuggets, the chapter on wealth and poverty was cut due to insufficient justification. The author also introduces the perspective of an alien observer to provide an unbiased assessment of human conduct.
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