Best Ezechiel Thibaud Podcasts (2024)

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038. The Shoemaker and the General. Aristotle on How to Deal With Adversity - Lunchtime Thoughts 7:52

1h ago7:52

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How can we face adversity in our lives? Aristotle on the value of obstacles for achieving happiness and success. In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at what we can lear…

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037. Rational Selfishness - Lunchtime Thoughts 9:30

2d ago9:30

9:30

In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at what we can learn from ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle about acting to promote our benefit while still benefiting others. The…

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036. Staying Young - Lunchtime Thoughts 12:37

10d ago12:37

12:37

In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at what we can learn from ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle about making new experiences in life. Often, we are reluctant to chall…

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035. Aristotle on the Variety of Human Experiences - Lunchtime Thoughts 13:52

18d ago13:52

13:52

In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at what we can learn from ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle about making new experiences in life. Often, we are reluctant to chall…

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034. Aristotle on Work and Family - Lunchtime Thoughts 10:54

30d ago10:54

10:54

In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at what we can learn from ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle about work-life balance. What is the real value of a better, more lucr…

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033. How Much Are Our Goals Worth? - Lunchtime Thoughts 11:29

1M ago11:29

11:29

In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at Aristotle's ideas about what goals in life are valuable. Often, we will pursue goals that make us unhappy or miserable. But how c…

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032. Involuntary Heroes, Accidental Saints. Author Catherine Greene on her Book "The Red Hairband" 52:08

6M ago52:08

52:08

Do you love science fiction and philosophy? Professor Catherine Greene, author of the post-apocalyptic novel “The Red Hairband”, sits down with us to discuss the future, medicine, pregnancy, time travel, freedom, and the ideal society. A fascinating and enlightening conversation that you don’t want to miss! Get the book here: https://amzn.to/3s5jEB…

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031. Free Speech and Twitter 1:02:25

1+ y ago1:02:25

1:02:25

In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss their different takes on what free speech means and what its limits should be. How far should the freedom of speech go? Should speech be regulated by law? And is "free speech absolutism" (Elon Musk) a good thing? Send us your comments and replies by email to podcast@daily-philosophy.com and we'll talk abou…

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030. Is Watching True Crime Immoral? 1:22:21

1+ y ago1:22:21

1:22:21

In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the allure and ethics of True Crime shows. Why do we watch True Crime stories when we wouldn't want to actually be caught in a real crime? What makes True Crime shows attractive? And are we doing anything bad when supporting True Crime productions? Send us your comments and replies by email to podcast@dail…

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029. Deep and Balanced Virtues - Lunchtime Thoughts 9:43

1+ y ago9:43

9:43

In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at virtues, as ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle understood them. Virtues like kindness or courage are good properties of characte…

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028. Can We Control Our Emotions? - Lunchtime Thoughts 8:51

1+ y ago8:51

8:51

In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at emotions. It seems like emotions can always get in the way of our intentions to behave right. Greed, love, anger seem to make mor…

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027. Abolishing Work 1:10:59

1+ y ago1:10:59

1:10:59

In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the anti-work movement. Its proponents see work as an instrument of domination, and the abolishment of work as the only way to a free and happy society. But can we really live without working? And what would this look like? Come and discuss with us! Send us your comments and replies by email to podcast@dai…

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026. What Is a Virtuous Person? - Lunchtime Thoughts 9:31

1+ y ago9:31

9:31

In this series, we discuss interesting thoughts from philosophy and how they apply to everyday life, but we do it in small portions that you can listen to during a lunch break or a short commute. Today, we have a look at what it means to be a good, virtuous person for Aristotle. Far from being outdated and only of historical interest, you will see …

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025. What is Philosophy? - Lunchtime Thoughts 21:07

1+ y ago21:07

21:07

A new series here on Accented Philosophy! In addition to the discussion episodes, we now bring you shorter episodes on particular topics from philosophy and everyday life. Look out for the episodes marked in the title as "Lunchtime Thoughts". Just long enough for a bit of thoughtfulness during your lunchtime break! This time: What is Philosophy? Re…

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024. Quietly Quitting Work 1:10:05

1+ y ago1:10:05

1:10:05

In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the trend of quietly quitting work: doing what's required in one's contract and nothing more. For many, this is the only answer to a job that is exploitative, meaningless and empty. But is quietly quitting really the best way to reclaim our lives? Come and discuss with us! Send us your comments and replies…

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023. The Ethics of OnlyFans and online sex work 43:52

2+ y ago43:52

43:52

In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the recent debate about OnlyFans and whether online sex work is better or worse than conventional prostitution. What exactly are the moral problems of sites like OnlyFans, and how can and should this kind of work be regulated and controlled? Join us for your weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you …

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022. Beauty discrimination in online media 30:11

2+ y ago30:11

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Beauty discrimination online In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss beauty in online media and whether it is discriminatory to prefer beautiful actors and presenters in video material. Are we doing something morally bad when we watch Youtubers we find attractive? Should attractiveness have no influence on our viewing habits? Or are we free to w…

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021. Is prostitution morally right? 49:05

2+ y ago49:05

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Is prostitution morally right? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the ethics of prostitution, from issues of public health to exploitation and jobs that take over our bodies. Should we regulate sex work and how should we do it? Is the enforced sexual abstinence of priests comparable as a violation of sexual freedom to the job of a sex worke…

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020. Are some countries objectively better than others? 42:23

2+ y ago42:23

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Are come countries objectively better than others? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy finish their discussion of moral relativism. If we don't want to be relativists, what ways are there to know whether one country or system is better than another? Join us for your weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Mus…

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019. What makes a good country? 38:51

2+ y ago38:51

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How bad is North Korea as a state? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss moral relativism and whether we can say that one society is "better" than another. Is the US better than North Korea? In what way? Is there an objective way to judge the "goodness" of a society? Join us for your weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://d…

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018. Moral relativism: Can we disagree about what's right? 49:37

2+ y ago49:37

49:37

Moral relativism In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss moral relativism: the idea that other cultures may have their own values and moral rules that are different from ours. Do we have to respect them even if we disagree with them, or can we demand that all humans share some basic, common values? Join us for your weekly dose of Daily Philosoph…

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017. Meritocracy and discrimination 44:33

2+ y ago44:33

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Meritocracy and discrimination In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy continue their discussion of meritocracy. Do we really deserve the lives we have? And are we providing enough chances to those who need them? Join us for a weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https…

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016. Meritocracy: Do we deserve our lives? 44:33

2+ y ago44:33

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Meritocracy: Do we deserve our lives? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the idea that hard work (as well as laziness) eventually get their just rewards and that, therefore, people deserve the lives they have. But is this true? Or do we all just rely on luck to achieve the positions in life that we have? Join us for a weekly dose of Daily P…

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015. Sports and Society 51:55

2+ y ago51:55

51:55

Sports and Society In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the ethics of sports in general. From whether sports benefit populations to drugs, doping and the problems of nationalism, it is surprising how many interesting moral issues are caused by sports! Join us for a weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.co…

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014. The Ethics of the Olympic Games 51:49

2+ y ago51:49

51:49

The Olympic Games In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the ethics of the Olympics. From environmental problems to the protection of underage athletes, the Olympic Games cause a number of ethical problems that are worth discussing. Join us for a weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife b…

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013. Human Autonomy 43:06

2+ y ago43:06

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Human autonomy In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy ask what autonomy really is. What does it mean to be "free"? Are drug addicts free? And what is unique about human beings? Join us for a weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Michael Kobrin, from: https://pixabay.com/music. 00:01:47 What…

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012. Technology and Freedom 47:43

2+ y ago47:43

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Technology and Freedom In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy ask how technology affects our freedom. Are we free to choose particular technologies? Are we free to reject them? And is democracy powerful enough to deal with technology? Join us for a weekly dose of Daily Philosophy! Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. Music: Nightlife by Mich…

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011. Work, Leisure and Fulfilment 1:06:18

3y ago1:06:18

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Work, Leisure and Fulfilment In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy continue their discussion of topics from E. F. Schumacher's famous 1973 book "Small is Beautiful". We unpack the main theses of the book that relate to the effects of technology on work, leisure and meaning and look whether they are still valid 50 years later. Join us for an hour-long …

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010. Small is Beautiful - Economics as if people mattered 1:07:58

3y ago1:07:58

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Small is Beautiful - Economics as if people mattered In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss E. F. Schumacher's famous 1973 book "Small is Beautiful". We unpack the main theses of the book and look whether they are still valid 50 years later. Join us for an hour-long dose of your Daily Philosophy and explore with us one of the most influential b…

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009. Deep Ecology 1:10:33

3y ago1:10:33

1:10:33

What is Deep Ecology? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss Deep Ecology. What is it, where does the idea come from, and is it always clear what the theory demands of us? Join us for an hour-long dose of your Daily Philosophy and explore with us the philosophical issues surrounding deep ecology. Brought to you by https://daily-philosophy.com. …

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008. Nudges - The Hidden Influencers 1:01:00

3y ago1:01:00

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Nudges - The Hidden Influencers In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss nudges, hidden, often subconscious forces that try to steer our decisions. What really are nudges? What is the relationship of nudges to freedom of choice and human autonomy? Are nudges making us unable to navigate our own decisions? Join us for an hour-long dose of your Dai…

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007. What is Anarchism? 1:07:35

3y ago1:07:35

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What is anarchism? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss anarchism. What does the word really mean? What is the relationship of anarchism to liberalism, free markets and the visions of communism? And is an anarchist state compatible with personal freedom and flourishing? Join us for an hour-long dose of your Daily Philosophy and explore with u…

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006. Terrorism and violence in politics 1:06:44

3y ago1:06:44

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Terrorism and violence in politics In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss politically motivated violence. Is there ever a justification for terrorism? Does the state have a right to use violence against its citizens? Does the end justify the means? And what can we learn from the "yellow vest" protests in France? Join us for an hour-long dose of…

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005. Death Penalty: Right or Wrong? 1:06:48

3y ago1:06:48

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Death Penalty: Is It Morally Right? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the ethics of the death penalty, and particularly the question whether other countries have the right to withhold the drugs used in US executions. Join us for an hour-long dose of your Daily Philosophy and take part in a thrilling exploration of the philosophical issues …

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004. Chimeras: Animals as hosts for human organs? 1:04:33

3y ago1:04:33

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Chimeras: Animals as hosts for human organs? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the complex ethics of growing human organs in animal hosts. Are we in danger of creating human-like animals? Could such animals claim human rights? And are we sufficiently respecting the dignity of such animal hosts? Join us for an hour-long dose of your Daily P…

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003. Who Owns Space? 53:12

3y ago53:12

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Who Owns Space? In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the ownership of resources in space. Is space the new frontier of colonialism? Is it likely that we will explore space peacefully and in a civilised way, or are we about to repeat the mistakes of the past? And who owns the night sky? From the Tragedy of the Commons to whether we need to dit…

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002. Should We Legalise Drugs? 1:09:39

3y ago1:09:39

1:09:39

The Ethics and Politics of Drug Legalisation In this episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss whether we should legalise (or de-criminalise?) the use of recreational drugs. What are the arguments in favour of and against legalising drugs? What about coffee and tobacco? And is there perhaps a value in exploring altered states of mind? Come along for an ho…

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001. The Ethics of Vaccination Passports 1:07:01

3y ago1:07:01

1:07:01

The Ethics of Vaccination Passports In this first episode, Ezechiel and Andy discuss the ethics of vaccination passports. Is it morally right for the state to require citizens to vaccinate or is it discriminating against those who don't want to get vaccinated? Come along for an hour-long dose of your daily philosophy and understand the arguments su…

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