Ethical Thought Experiments
Erik and Russ discuss the ethical dilemmas presented in the trolley problem and shallow pond thought experiments, questioning the applicability of these scenarios to real-life decision making. They explore the complexities of scale and concept, urging listeners to consider the limitations of simplistic thought experiments when making complex decisions.In this clip
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