A transcript reveals a conversation in which a person explains their tactics for lying about missing evidence by instructing others to answer "no" to every question, including those they plan to lie about.
The ethics of prolonging life and population control are discussed, with concerns about interfering with nature's course and the potential reality of extending lifespans for people who may not be considered desirable to live longer.
A group of friends waiting for concert tickets have to draw names out of a hat to determine who gets a ticket, despite some of them putting in more effort and opening up their credit. The speaker believes the process is unfair and unethical.
The podcast discusses the potential ethical issues of imposing labels on individuals and groups. Specifically, the case of Russia and its actions are considered in relation to labeling and imposing sanctions.
The speaker suggests that animals can consent to sex with humans if the animal is the one initiating the act and that communicating with a dolphin for sexual purposes may not be considered unethical as long as the dolphin gives its consent.
The speaker shares a personal anecdote of a moral failure that helped him become interested in ethics, and encourages us to confront life's ethical dilemmas.
The pursuit of good ends and outcomes may allow for certain behaviors, but the relationship with the individual must adhere to traits and attributes of a good person, such as kindness and honesty. Wrongful behavior outside of professional environments is common among athletes.
A recording leaked of a man making inappropriate and disturbing comments about another person.
David Brin discusses the ethical concerns surrounding the creation of sentient beings and how it impacts human civilization.
A former intern reflects on their experience in newsrooms that prioritized sensationalism over informing their community, and the internal struggle of journalists trying to do good work within a corporate system.
The cost-benefit analysis of extending human life beyond typical retirement age raises ethical questions about longevity and how people can contribute to society in their extended lives.
The podcast speaker discusses their friend's unethical behavior in taking advantage of their financial situation, while also acknowledging their admiration for his dedication as a father and friend.
The speaker discusses the ethics of pranks, using the example of someone defecating in another person's bed as a prank. The speaker also mentions a question about watching "shit porn."
The ethical implications of human restraint stress come into question as it has been shown to have negative effects on mice in experiments, and the practice is often mentioned nonchalantly in peer-reviewed papers. Additionally, an advertisement for Amaro Montenegro is mentioned in passing.
The hosts discuss a case of detectives lying to a suspect in order to extract information and gain his trust, and the ethical implications of doing so.
The speaker discusses the difference between unethical actions and illegal actions as it relates to gaming the system. They discuss a specific incident where a podcast's ranking on a platform was manipulated and the ethical implications of this act.
Danes in the Viking Age would sometimes make alliances with groups they were supposed to attack and both would turn on the very people who paid them. But is it ethically justifiable to make such alliances, especially if it ensures generations of safety before it ultimately poisons the nation?
The speaker shares a story about being encouraged to enter into illegal activity by an acquaintance.
The episode discusses the morality of consuming animals from the perspective of suffering and the ability to experience emotion and problem-solve. The guests agree that choosing to consume or not consume animals is a personal choice, and while there may be better choices in the future, it is a reasonable part of human evolution.
The debate surrounding whether doing the right thing for the wrong reason is still the right thing; a discussion of a cold-blooded capitalist killer who gives to charity as a strategic move.
In this episode, the hosts debate the ethics surrounding a choice to 'enter the lobby first' and intentionally be matched with weaker players. They also discuss the joy of playing video games with family members.
The podcast covers a variety of topics, including a survey on whether to trade one's unknown case with another person's, an advertisement for Audi used cars among others. It concludes with a hypothetical ethical dilemma concerning an inheritance and a father's life insurance policy.
The speaker discusses their reluctance to publish a piece that made fun of a certain group, and their current uncertainty on why it got cut short.
This episode discusses the ethical decisions autonomous cars will need to make in situations where accidents cannot be avoided and how this impacts our understanding of morality.
The hosts discuss the ethical considerations of spying technology and the importance of having justifiable reasons to use it.
The debate of whether it is ethical for a company to break the law to achieve their objectives and the consequences that follow.
In this episode, the hosts discuss the moral dilemma of spending your savings on a vacation or on therapy. They also question the ethics behind rooting for bad things to happen to a friends group to justify a girls trip.
