Uncertainty
Uncertainty
Podcast Description
A philosophy graduate student working his way, with the world's leading thinkers, through the problems of philosophy, religion, science, and the existential struggle with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) - similar to Alex O'Connor, but more American. Who wants to come along for the ride?
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Content Themes
The podcast explores themes such as the intersection of philosophy and religion, scientific realism, fine-tuning arguments, the historicity of Jesus, and existential inquiries into belief systems. Specific episodes include debates on the resurrection of Jesus with Dr. Richard Carrier, an examination of anti-realism in science with Dr. Barry Loewer, and discussions on cosmic origins with various experts.
A philosophy Ph.D. student working his way, with the world’s leading thinkers, through the problems of philosophy, religion, science, and the existential struggle with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) – similar to Alex O’Connor, but more American. Who wants to come along for the ride?
Dr. Michael Huemer and I discuss the evils of factory farming, the strengths and possible drawbacks of a vegan and vegetarian diet, whether animals have rights, if humans are the pinnacle of intrinsic value, and whether already having severe dietary restrictions justifies eating meat (it doesn’t).
Check out Dr. Huemer’s book, “Dialogues on Ethical Vegetarianism“.
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EPISODE CHAPTERS
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:33 What goes on in factory farms?
00:10:45 Do we have to argue that animals have rights?
00:17:26 Do animals have rights?
00:25:02 Can we hunt animals?
00:27:24 Are all animals sentient?
00:29:01 The Shrimp Welfare Project
00:36:54 Why does it seem normal to eat meat?
00:41:08 Nutritional deficiencies in a vegan diet?
00:47:25 Plant farming kills animals too!
00:55:06 Are we heading for a vegetarian-only world
01:02:30 The role of ethical intuitions
01:09:04 BONUS CONTENT – The inconsistencies of moral anti-realists
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