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A podcast about ethics from the Centre for Ethics at the University of Toronto.Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Ethical dilemmas • Cultural heritage • Sports and ethics • Reparations • Philosophical reflection • Advice-giving • Climate change and children • Humor and ethics • Value of achievements"Open Questions" is a podcast produced by the Centre for Ethics at the University of Toronto, focused on exploring philosophical and ethical issues that permeate everyday life. Each episode dives into thought-provoking questions that challenge the listener to reconsider conventional beliefs and societal norms. This podcast addresses a wide range of topics that include the ethical dimensions of financial transactions, the cultural significance of language preservation, the morality of consuming sports given the harms experienced by athletes, and the complexities of assigning reparations for historical injustices.
One recurrent theme in the podcast is the ethical implications of personal and societal choices. For instance, episodes probe the moral considerations surrounding market transactions, such as whether organs should be bought and sold, and what limits, if any, should be placed on the commodification of human necessities and relationships. The value of intangible cultural practices, like language, is also a focal point, with discussions that evaluate what kinds of heritage warrant protection and what criteria make them valuable.
The podcast often questions the boundaries of ethical behavior in various contexts. It explores whether making fun of societal elites is justified, the appropriate boundaries for humor at the expense of others, and reflects on what constitutes genuine achievements. Ethical issues related to climate change and family planning are examined, posing dilemmas such as whether having children is morally permissible in an endangered world.
In addition to these topics, the podcast occasionally offers insights into the personal lives and thoughts of philosophers, providing a glimpse into how their intellectual pursuits intersect with life choices and societal evaluation. Throughout its episodes, "Open Questions" encourages listeners to engage deeply with ethical queries and the philosophical explorations fostered by expert guests. Each conversation is enriched by music written and performed by Markku Wainman, adding a distinctive auditory element to the reflective content.
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What Can Money Buy? 2017-Dec-22 40 minutes |
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What's the Value in Preserving Language? 2017-Dec-06 25 minutes |
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What Sports Should We Watch? 2017-Nov-16 26 minutes |
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Can Helping Strangers Make Up For Past Injustices? 2017-Oct-26 22 minutes |
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Bonus Round #1 2017-Oct-18 15 minutes |
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Should I Order the Fish? 2017-Oct-11 20 minutes |
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How Many Children Should Charlotte Have? 2017-Oct-04 19 minutes |
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Why Is It Okay to Make Fun of Elites? 2017-Sep-28 22 minutes |
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Is My 100m Time a Greater Achievement than Usain Bolt's? 2017-Sep-20 19 minutes |
Open Questions Intro2017-Sep-13 less than a minute |