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Episode 71: Can Values be Objective?

The Theory of Anything

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Moral Realism Requires a Cosmological Framework like the Omega Point theory

Moral realism is intricately tied to cosmological perspectives, suggesting that without a robust cosmology, one is limited to moral subjectivism. The theory of Tippler's Omega Point illustrates the potential for a true theory of moral realism. While the theory itself may be contentious, understanding it reveals that moral realism could be possible if aligned with the right type of cosmology. This indicates that achieving a coherent moral framework necessitates a comprehensive cosmological understanding.

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