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Brain in a Vat

Thought experiments and conversations with philosophers. Hosted by Dr Jason Werbeloff and Mark Oppenheimer.

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    Anti-Semitism | Mark Oppenheimer

    What do anti-semites and ultra-orthodox Jews have in common? How did the ivy league discriminate against Jews? Is America still a safe haven for Jews? Follow Mark's work on https://markoppenheimer.substack.com/ [00:00] Introduction and Confession [00:17] The Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting [03:59] Historical Context of Jewish Persecution [07:15] Understanding Antisemitism [13:38] Antisemitism and Bigotry [25:53] Jewish Identity and Group Affinity [35:04] Jewish Humor and Self-Deprecation [38:14] Jews in the Ivy League: A Historical Perspective [41:14] Direct vs. Indirect Discrimination [46:34] Affirmative Action and Quotas [55:59] The Complexity of Anti-Zionism [01:02:19] Concluding Thoughts on Jewish Identity

    1h4min

  2. 5 DE JAN.

    What Is a Woman? | Alex Byrne (Rebroadcast)

    Oxford University Press refused to publish Alex Byrne's book on gender. We discuss whether women are adult human females and whether sex is the same as gender. [00:00] Introduction and Thought Experiment [02:38] Exploring Gender Identity [11:22] Historical Context and Gender Roles [19:00] Biological and Social Perspectives [27:51] Understanding Social Identity: 'One of the Boys' [28:17] Conrad Lorenz and the Ducklings: A Metaphor for Social Roles [33:58] The Debate on Context-Dependent Definitions of Sex [38:21] Legal and Social Implications of Gender Identity [52:41] The Controversy Over Publishing Gender Philosophy [01:00:49] Reflections on Academic Freedom and Gender Discourse

    1h2min

  3. 30/12/2024

    Sex Work or Prostitution? | Lori Watson (Rebroadcast)

    Is sex work actually work? Is prostitution always a form of exploitation? And show we legalize or decriminalize prostitution? [00:00] Introduction and Opening Remarks [00:14] The Moral and Legal Concerns of Prostitution [04:11] Debating Terminology: Prostitution vs. Sex Work [06:37] Legal Frameworks and Models of Prostitution [11:24] The Unique Harms of Prostitution [24:41] Sex Work as Labor: A Critical Examination [34:15] Civil Rights and Sexual Autonomy in Prostitution [35:33] Arguments Against Treating Prostitution as Regular Work [38:14] Historical Context of Civil Rights Legislation [45:52] The Nordic Model and Its Implications [48:57] Exploring the Intersection of Pornography and Prostitution [54:25] Consent and the Realities of Prostitution

    59min

  4. 22/12/2024

    Is Monogamy Wrong? | Harry Chalmers (Rebroadcast)

    Is the restriction on having additional sexual or romantic partners similar to the restriction on having additional friends? Should you allow your partner to be free to pursue other partners? And are we able to overcome the jealousy associated with non-monogamy? [00:00] Introduction to the Debate on Monogamy [00:11] Thought Experiment: Friendship Restrictions [03:17] Defending Monogamy: Common Arguments [06:35] The Morality of Consensual Restrictions [13:53] Exploring the Concept of Exclusivity [18:54] Workplace Analogies and Monogamy [22:45] Balancing Risks and Benefits [29:44] Questioning Monogamy's Blanket Ban [33:50] Forms of Non-Monogamous Relationships [37:52] Addressing Jealousy and Insecurity [47:42] Social Implications of Non-Monogamy [54:42] Monogamy vs. Non-Monogamy as Orientations

    57min

  5. 15/12/2024

    The Privacy Paradox | David Boonin (Rebroadcast)

    Is observing people in a public space from the privacy of your home an infringement of their rights? Can the widespread use of CCTV cameras be justified, or does it violate their privacy? And how do technological developments affect the delicate balance between safety and privacy? [00:00] Introduction [00:18] The Case of Mrs. A [02:06] Privacy and Public Surveillance [08:28] The Networking Effect [11:18] Tracking and Rights Violations [13:48] Real-Life Implications [14:18] Challenging the First Premise [22:56] Networking and Privacy Concerns [30:08] The Hidden Dangers of Private Spaces [32:13] The Right to Privacy Debate [35:18] The Superhuman Surveillance Argument [48:04] The Role of Intent in Surveillance [54:20] Balancing Privacy and Security [01:00:29] Concluding Thoughts on Surveillance

    1h1min

  6. 08/12/2024

    Benatar on B******t | With Rebecca Tuvel

    Are there different kinds of b******t? Do bullshitters know they are full of it? What should we do to stem the tide? [00:00] Introduction [00:19] David Benatar's Joke [02:25] Defining B******t: Philosophical Perspectives [04:21] Academic B******t and Real-World Examples [09:34] The Ethics of Calling Out Bullshit [23:14] The Tragedy of the B******t Commons [36:06] Language, Slurs, and Bullshit [45:06] Navigating Misinformation and Critical Thinking [54:01 ] Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    55min

  7. 01/12/2024

    Unravelling “White Privilege” | Spencer Case

    Can the definition of privilege be nuanced enough to address the broad range of individual experiences and historical contexts? Does recognizing and discussing privilege lead to meaningful social change? Or does talk of privilege oversimplify complex issues? [00:00] Introduction and Welcome [00:14] Exploring the Privilege Walk [04:57] Discussion on Privilege and Comparative Advantage [17:05] Defining Privilege and Its Implications [22:31] Critiques and Counterarguments [28:54] Historical Gender Discrimination in Education [30:33] Men's Disadvantages and Social Perceptions [34:18] Privilege in Context: Examples and Critiques [38:31] Privilege Pedagogy and Its Implications [46:27] Supreme Court's Stance on Race-Based Admissions [52:13] Privilege and Individual Responsibility [56:25] Racial and Gender Criticism in Society [58:19] Concluding Thoughts

    1h

  8. 24/11/2024

    Cultural Appropriation | Stephen Kershnar

    Is it permissible for members of one group to appropriate the cultural practices of another? Is there anything wrong with cultural appropriation at all, or are there benefits to cultural appropriation? [00:00] Introduction and Thought Experiment [00:29] Criticism and Cultural Appropriation [02:07] Ownership of Ideas [04:49] Intellectual Property and Cultural Rights [12:03] Personal Offense and Cultural Symbols [22:27] The Benefits of Cultural Appropriation [27:47] Three Objections to Cultural Appropriation [31:15] Consequentialism and Cultural Appropriation [34:34] Balancing Cultural Sensitivity and Utility [37:45] Case-by-Case Analysis of Cultural Appropriation [44:53] Challenges in Defining Cultural Ownership [51:29] Concluding Thoughts

    52min
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Thought experiments and conversations with philosophers. Hosted by Dr Jason Werbeloff and Mark Oppenheimer.

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    2020 - 2025
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