What? Part Four? Yes, we're jumping back into a 1984 paper that we began a couple of years ago in light of our recent PEL activity on contemporary ethics. You should be fine just starting here, but all three previous parts have been made public on our Patreon page, which is where you'll eventually find parts 5, 6, and possibly more.
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Jul 2
H.A. Prichard on Ethics (Part One)
On "Does Moral Philosophy Rest on a Mistake?" (1912). Prichard claims that we feel certain actions to be obligatory, and that we have no justification for doubting those raw intuitions. The situation, he claims, is comparable to epistemology: We have no grounds for doubting globa ... Show More
58m 23s
Jun 19
Parfit on Game Theory (Part One)
On Derek Parfit's "Prudence, Morality, and the Prisoner's Dilemma" (1978). What is a "prisoner's dilemma" and what is its relevance to ethics? In general, it's better for me if I break norms so long as others in general follow them, but if we all try to be free riders in this way ... Show More
1 h
Jun 5
Spinoza on Emotions (Part One)
On Spinoza's Ethics, Third Part, "Concerning the Origin and Nature of the Emotions." We want to see how emotions ground ethics, but first, we have to explain what emotions are, which means explaining how mind and body (and causality) work together on Spinoza's account. A passion ... Show More
57m 34s
Aug 2024
Oscarvore on Cannibalism, Drinking Blood, and Raw Meat
Oscar B. shares his radical approach to health, including a raw-meat diet, natural grooming, and choosing raw milk over water. Discover how he challenges modern wellness norms by embracing ancestral traditions and bold nutrition practices.Take Your Business Or Project To The Next ... Show More
2h 34m
Aug 2024
Andrew Tate on 2024 Election, MrBeast, and The Olympics
Andrew Tate discusses the decline of traditional masculinity and the importance of resilience and strength in men. From balancing masculine and feminine roles to finding fulfillment, he offers a sharp critique of modern societal norms.
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2h 27m
May 2024
Episode #201 ... Resistance, Love, and the importance of Failure. (Zizek, Byung Chul Han)
Today we talk about a potential way to find meaning for someone prone to postmodern subjectivity. We talk about surplus enjoyment. Zizek's alcohol use, or lack thereof. Resisting surface level consumption. Love. And failure. Thank you so much for listening! Could never do this wi ... Show More
36m 58s