Chapter
Analyzing the Justification of War
16:56 - 26:32 (09:35)
The speaker explores how war is often analyzed after the fact and attempts to define what makes a war justifiable or not. They question the common narratives surrounding World War II and how we judge the morality of war.
Clips
The episode discusses attempts to measure the "justness" of wars, exploring factors beyond data like intent, violence, prolonged time frame, and the greater good for society.
16:56 - 18:51 (01:55)
Summary
The episode discusses attempts to measure the "justness" of wars, exploring factors beyond data like intent, violence, prolonged time frame, and the greater good for society.
ChapterAnalyzing the Justification of War
Episode#273 – Chris Blattman: War and Violence
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The concept of war and the reasons behind it are complex and often involve moral, ideological, and strategic considerations.
18:51 - 21:29 (02:37)
Summary
The concept of war and the reasons behind it are complex and often involve moral, ideological, and strategic considerations. This podcast discusses the implications of a world without war and the challenges that may arise in determining when to use force.
ChapterAnalyzing the Justification of War
Episode#273 – Chris Blattman: War and Violence
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This podcast episode discusses the idea of just war and how it is deeply ingrained in human nature to fight, despite war being costly for everybody.
21:29 - 26:32 (05:03)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the idea of just war and how it is deeply ingrained in human nature to fight, despite war being costly for everybody.