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A discussion of the defining ethical challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic, featuring world-renowned experts in ethics, public health, law, economics, public policy, and beyond. Hosted by Joshua Preiss, Director of Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) at Minnesota State University, Mankato and the author of Just Work for All: The American Dream in the 21st Century (Routledge 2021). Visit pandemic-ethics.com for more information on recent and upcoming episodes.Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Ethical challenges of Covid-19 • Vaccine distribution and intellectual property • Economic and social impacts • Public policy and health crises • Inequality and justice • Care work and debt issuesThis podcast, titled "Pandemic Ethics," explores the ethical complexities and challenges arising from the Covid-19 pandemic. It brings together a diverse range of experts in ethics, public health, law, economics, and public policy to discuss pertinent issues. The discussions examine the ethical principles that should govern policy decisions during a global health crisis, questioning current practices and highlighting the socio-economic impacts of the pandemic.
A recurring theme is the ethical implications of vaccine distribution and vaccination policies. Several episodes delve into the rights and responsibilities associated with mandatory vaccination and the equitable allocation of vaccines. The podcast also addresses the economic consequences of the pandemic, including rising sovereign debt, the acceleration of automation, and widening economic inequality. It questions how public and private sectors should respond to these challenges to ensure a just recovery.
Issues of global poverty, intellectual property rights in vaccine development, and the ethics of ongoing vaccine trials are examined. The podcast also investigates the impact of the pandemic on care workers, nurses, childcare providers, and small businesses, questioning whether their contributions are sufficiently valued and supported by current policies.
Furthermore, the podcast delves into the broader social implications, such as the racial wealth gap and historical injustices highlighted and exacerbated by Covid-19. It engages with the ethical questions surrounding risk management, public policy, and property law during crises. Overall, "Pandemic Ethics" provides a multifaceted exploration of the moral dilemmas brought to the fore by the Covid-19 pandemic, encouraging listeners to critically reflect on the policies and principles shaping our world in times of crisis.
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Should Vaccination Be Mandatory? 2021-May-04 44 minutes |
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Modeling the Covid-19 Pandemic 2021-Apr-05 42 minutes |
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Responsibility for Debt and Crisis 2021-Mar-22 47 minutes |
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Covid, Poverty, and Intellectual Property 2021-Feb-24 42 minutes |
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Covid-19 and the Future of Work 2021-Feb-17 34 minutes |
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Vaccine Ethics 2021-Feb-08 27 minutes |
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Childcare in the Time of Covid 2021-Feb-01 27 minutes |
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Nursing in a Pandemic 2021-Jan-18 31 minutes |
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Business Ethics in a Pandemic 2021-Jan-10 48 minutes |
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Care in Crisis 2021-Jan-04 52 minutes |
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Race, Justice, and the Pandemic 2020-Dec-16 35 minutes |
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Who Gets the Vaccine First? 2020-Dec-10 25 minutes |
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Property Law and the Pandemic 2020-Dec-02 22 minutes |
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Risk, Ethics, and Public Policy During the Covid-19 Pandemic. 2020-Nov-22 45 minutes |