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Utilitarianism - The Greatest Good

Utilitarianism - The Greatest Good

FromThe Here and Now Podcast


Utilitarianism - The Greatest Good

FromThe Here and Now Podcast

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Length:
25 minutes
Released:
Aug 19, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Utilitarianism is a principle of ethical philosophy which considers that the most morally correct action is one that produces the most good. This idea was first tackled seriously by 18th century philosopher Jeremy Bentham, however it is not without complications. In this episode we explore utilitarianism and consider how it can be applied to making both everyday decisions and ones of crucial social importance ones as well. Show NotesUtilitarianismThe felicific calculusJeremy Bentham at UCLThe Here and Now Podcast on FacebookThe Here and Now Podcast on TwitterSend me an emailSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/thehereandnowpodcast)
Released:
Aug 19, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (95)

The Here and Now Podcast with Dave Monds explores topics in psychology and philosophy. Each weekly episode translates big ideas from science and the humanities into meaningful themes for everyday life. We also feature regular interviews with a diverse range of guests. Travel to the edge of the universe or to the deepest recesses of the mind with The Here and Now Podcast.