Philosophy Over Tea Sahir Dhalla
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Philosophy - the love of wisdom. Join me on my journey as I explore various avenues of wisdom and learning across disciplines, starting with philosophy and exploring science, literature, and more. Hosted by Sahir Dhalla, Philosophy over tea will take you through major and hidden fields of knowledge, exploring different experts, essential texts, and even future technologies along the way in a casual, easy to understand manner.
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Episode #009 - What is Space?
In today's episode, we explore space, and what it actually is. We take a look at absolute and relative space, and various arguments in favour of each theory, as well as how these theories stack up to modern physics. Join the discussion by emailing me at dh.sahir@gmail.com!
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Episode #008 - Having Children is Morally Wrong: antinatalism and the case against your existence
In today's episode, we explore the theory of antinatalism which claims that having children is morally wrong. We explore its main arguments, as well as some issues we might have with it in today's today's world. Join the discussion by emailing me at dhalla.sahir@gmail.com!
Links mentioned:
The Human Predicament
World Happiness Reports
Our World in Data Survey
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Episode #007 - Humans are not special
In today's episode, we ask whether humans are exceptional creatures. We explore various issues and begin our foray into environmental ethics, asking why we think it's okay to kill or exploit animals for our benefit. Join the discussion in today's episode
Links mentioned:
Peter Singer's paper, "All Animals Are Equal"
https://digitalcommons.brockport.edu/phil_ex/vol5/iss1/6/
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Episode #006 - Is Your Gender Biological?
In today's episode, we ask whether gender is based on your biology. We explore various issues in the philosophy of gender and sexuality and take a look at what your gender actually is. Is gender the same as sex, is gender just a social construct, or is it something else entirely? Join the discussion in today's episode
Links mentioned:
Elizabeth Barnes: The Metaphysics of gender — https://rintintin.colorado.edu/~vancecd/phil375/Barnes.pdf
Guide to Gendered Pronouns — https://www.prideinpractice.org/articles/transgender-pronouns-guide/
Key LGBTQ Terms — https://lgbt.ucsf.edu/glossary-terms
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Episode #005 - The Meaning of Life
In today's episode, we ask what is the meaning of life. We'll explore various theories surrounding the meaning of life, as well as go over why this question is even important to ask. Oh, I also have a small existential crisis and head on a downward spiral while recording so enjoy that.
(My voice is also kind of dying so ignore that)
Links mentioned:
Our size in the universe - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iy7NzjCmUf0
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Episode #004 - Seatbelts and Stupidity
In today's episode, we explore the libertarian strong theory of rights. We explore its origins and what it is, as well as take a look at its relevance in the world today. I also explore some personal issues I have with the libertarian perspective and why I believe it isn't a viable option in today's world.
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