Lives Well Lived is hosted by Peter Singer & Kasia de Lazari Radek. Episodes consist of interviews with remarkable guests who have lived well, both in the sense of living an ethical life, but also in that they are fulfilled and happy with what they have achieved in their lives. Some of these guests will be well-known figures, but others who are doing extraordinary things will be unfamiliar to almost all of our listeners. The conversations will often cover ground that involves ethics, how to ...
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Ximena Abogabir is a Chilean journalist, environmentalist, and social activist who co-founded the organisation Casa de la Paz (House of Peace) in 1983. Ximena is known for her work in sustainable development and environmental awareness in Chile, and has become a prominent figure in environmental activism, advocating for policies that address climat…
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JONATHAN HAIDT: moral psychology in a modern world
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Jonathan Haidt is a social psychologist and author of New York Times bestsellers 'The Righteous Mind', and 'The Coddling of the American Mind'. His latest book 'The Anxious Generation', argues that the rise of smartphones and overprotective parenting have led to a "rewiring" of childhood and a rise in mental illness. Jon discusses the intricate dyn…
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A.J. JACOBS: experimenting with life
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A.J. Jacobs is an author, humourist and journalist, who has written four New York Times bestsellers, including 'The Year of Living Biblically' , 'The Know-It-All: One Man’s Humble Quest to Become the Smartest Person in the World, and 'Drop Dead Healthy'. Jacobs discusses his unique life as a 'human guinea pig,' exploring different ways of living th…
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MATTHIEU RICARD: the perspective of happiness
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Matthieu Ricard is a French-Nepalese author, photographer, and Buddhist monk who resides at a Monastery in Nepal. Matthieu received a PhD degree in molecular genetics in 1972. He then decided to forsake his scientific career and instead practice Tibetan Buddhism, living mainly in the Himalayas. Since 1989, he has acted as the French interpreter for…
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FRANCES KISSLING: the fearless advocate
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Frances Kissling is a prominent advocate in the fields of religion, reproductive health and ethics. Kissling served as the president of Catholics for Choice for 25 years, where she worked to promote a progressive understanding of reproductive rights within the Catholic community, and has significantly contributed to discussions on abortion rights a…
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TYLER COWEN: the future of humanity
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Tyler Cowen is an American economist, columnist, and blogger, He was ranked at number 72 among the "Top 100 Global Thinkers" and he is here with Peter & Kasia to discuss wide ranging diverse topics! This episode delves into the speculation around the existence and visitation of aliens to Earth, and exploring the implications of such visits on human…
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DUI TOLEDO: self-discipline and contribution
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Dui Toledo is in conversation with Peter & Kasia to discuss his personal philosophy on living a good life, which includes balancing health, skill development, meaningful relationships, and service to others. Dui highlights his 105-hour rule to manage time efficiently, the importance of deliberate learning, and his perspectives on ethics, morality, …
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KATE GRANT: turning compassion into action
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Peter & Kasia are in-conversation with Kate Grant, a leading figure in the fight against obstetric fistula. This episode explores Kate's transition from a successful advertising career to working in international development and eventually leading the Fistula Foundation as CEO. Kate explains what obstetric fistula is, its impact on women in low-res…
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ROBERT WRIGHT: navigating moral realism
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Peter & Kasia are joined by author and journalist Robert Wright. Robert Wright is the New York Times bestselling author of The Evolution of God (a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize), Nonzero, The Moral Animal, Three Scientists and their Gods, and Why Buddhism Is True. The discussion delves into the evolutionary explanations for altruism and sympathy,…
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JANE GOODALL: recognising the animal as an individual
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Jane Goodall DBE is an ethologist and conservationist, the founder of the Jane Goodall Institute, and a UN Messenger of Peace. Peter and Kasia have joined Jane in her family home to record this conversation. In this dialogue, Jane Goodall reflects on the powerful influence of her mother, her passion for animals that began in childhood, and her grou…
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NEIL DEGRASSE TYSON: the limitations of human perception
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Peter & Kasia are joined by astrophysicist, author, and science communicator Neil deGrasse Tyson. They discuss Tyson's journey in becoming an astrophysicist and the public's fascination with space, and explore the impact of seeing the night sky and how it inspired Neil's life and career. The power of images like the Voyager 1 photo of Earth and the…
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JUDY COLLINS: the life of an artist
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Judy Collins is a singer-songwriter with a musical career spanning seven decades. Judy is known for the outstanding clarity and beauty of her voice. Judy is a Grammy Award winning artist, whose musical catalogue of work includes 36 studio albums. Judy joins Peter & Kasia to discuss her singing career, activism, and the importance of music and art. …
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YUVAL NOAH HARARI: knowing the truth about yourself
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Professor. Yuval Noah Harari is a historian, philosopher, and the bestselling author of Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind, Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow, and the forthcoming NEXUS: A Brief History of Information Networks from the Stone Age to AI. His books have sold over 45 Million copies in 65 languages, and he is considered one of th…
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INGRID NEWKIRK: the end of suffering
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Ingrid Newkirk is an author, activist, and president of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), the world's largest animal rights organisation. PETA famously proclaims that animals are not ours to eat, wear, experiment on, use for entertainment, or abuse in any way. In this episode Peter & Kasia speak to Ingrid and explore PETA's achiev…
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DANIEL KAHNEMAN: evaluating the human condition
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Join Kasia & Peter as they explore the profound impact of Daniel Kahneman, the Israeli-American psychologist, and author who revolutionised our understanding of human decision-making. Awarded the 2002 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences, Kahneman’s groundbreaking work, alongside Amos Tversky, unveiled the cognitive biases and heuristics that …
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Aristotle said; in order to know what it is to live well, we should study the lives of those who do live well, and that is what our two resident philosophers are here to uncover. What is it to live a good life? Peter & Kasia are in-conversation in this episode on what it is to live a good life on their terms. We hope this podcast will inform, motiv…
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Welcome to Lives Well Lived with Kasia de Lazari Radek & Peter Singer. The podcast will consist of interviews with remarkable guests who have lived well, both in the sense of living an ethical life, but also in that they are fulfilled and happy with what they have achieved in their lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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