Episode #058 - Kant pt. 3 - Deontology vs. Consequentialism

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Kant Part 3: Deontology vs. Consequentialism

On this episode of the podcast, we continue our discussion of Kant, this time focusing on ethics. We begin with a thought experiment that calls into question whether or not lying is morally justifiable if it results in preserving human life.

Further Reading:

  • The Elements of Moral Philosophy by James Rachels and Stuart Rachels (10th Edition, 2023)​

  • Being Good: A Short Introduction to Ethics by Simon Blackburn (2003)​

  • How to Be Perfect: The Correct Answer to Every Moral Question by Michael Schur (2022)​

See the full transcript here

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