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Philosophy Over TeaEpisode #009 - What is Space?In today's episode, we explore space, and what it actually is. We take a look at absolute and relative space, and various arguments in favour of each theory, as well as how these theories stack up to modern physics. Join the discussion by emailing me at dh.sahir@gmail.com!Sign up for my weekly newsletter to keep updated with all the content I upload, as well as some other interesting bits :)www.getrevue.co/profile/sahir-dhalla
2022-01-0614 minPhilosophy Over TeaEpisode #008 - Having Children is Morally Wrong: antinatalism and the case against your existenceIn today's episode, we explore the theory of antinatalism which claims that having children is morally wrong. We explore its main arguments, as well as some issues we might have with it in today's today's world. Join the discussion by emailing me at dhalla.sahir@gmail.com!Links mentioned:The Human PredicamentWorld Happiness ReportsOur World in Data SurveySign up for my weekly newsletter to keep updated with all the content I upload, as well as some other interesting bits. I promise to never send out more than one e...
2022-01-0117 min
Philosophy Over TeaEpisode #007 - Humans are not specialIn today's episode, we ask whether humans are exceptional creatures. We explore various issues and begin our foray into environmental ethics, asking why we think it's okay to kill or exploit animals for our benefit. Join the discussion in today's episodeLinks mentioned:Peter Singer's paper, "All Animals Are Equal"https://digitalcommons.brockport.edu/phil_ex/vol5/iss1/6/Sign up to my newsletter to keep updated with all the content I upload, as well as some other interesting bits!www.getrevue.co/profile/sahir-dhalla
2022-01-0121 min
Philosophy Over TeaEpisode #006 - Is Your Gender Biological?In today's episode, we ask whether gender is based on your biology. We explore various issues in the philosophy of gender and sexuality and take a look at what your gender actually is. Is gender the same as sex, is gender just a social construct, or is it something else entirely? Join the discussion in today's episodeLinks mentioned: Elizabeth Barnes: The Metaphysics of gender — https://rintintin.colorado.edu/~vancecd/phil375/Barnes.pdfGuide to Gendered Pronouns — https://www.prideinpractice.org/articles/transgender-pronouns-guide/Key LGBTQ Terms — https://lgbt.ucsf.edu/glossary-terms
2021-06-1119 min
Philosophy Over TeaEpisode #005 - The Meaning of LifeIn today's episode, we ask what is the meaning of life. We'll explore various theories surrounding the meaning of life, as well as go over why this question is even important to ask. Oh, I also have a small existential crisis and head on a downward spiral while recording so enjoy that.(My voice is also kind of dying so ignore that)Links mentioned: Our size in the universe - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iy7NzjCmUf0Sign up to my newsletter to keep updated with a...
2021-04-2318 minPhilosophy Over TeaEpisode #004 - Seatbelts and StupidityIn today's episode, we explore the libertarian strong theory of rights. We explore its origins and what it is, as well as take a look at its relevance in the world today. I also explore some personal issues I have with the libertarian perspective and why I believe it isn't a viable option in today's world.Sign up to my newsletter to keep updated with all the content I upload, as well as some other interesting bits! www.getrevue.co/profile/sahir-dhalla
2021-01-0315 minPhilosophy Over TeaEpisode #003 - Moral MurderIn today's episode, we explore the utilitarian moral reasoning. We explore its origins as well as some fascinating case studies and stories including the Ones who walk away from Omelas as well as some cases of murder.Links mentioned:Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas - https://www.utilitarianism.com/nu/omelas.pdfQueen v Dudley & Stevens - https://h2o.law.harvard.edu/text_blocks/30824Sign up to my newsletter to keep updated with all the content I upload, as well as some other interesting bits! www.getrevue.co/profile...
2020-12-2718 minPhilosophy Over TeaEpisode #002 - Puppets on StringsIn today's episode, we take a look at the debate of free will. We look at the concepts of determinism and indeterminism, as well as explore some essential dilemmas and perspectives in this debate. Feel free to contact me at sahir@stilos.ca for any questions, comments, or feedback you may have!Sign up to my newsletter to keep updated with all the content I upload, as well as some other interesting bits! www.getrevue.co/profile/sahir-dhalla
2020-12-2314 minPhilosophy Over TeaEpisode #001 - Why Philosophy?Welcome to Philosophy Over Tea, the podcast for you to join me on my journey into philosophy. In this pilot episode, we discuss what philosophy actually is, and why you should bother even thinking about it.Sign up to my newsletter to keep updated with all the content I upload, as well as some other interesting bits! www.getrevue.co/profile/sahir-dhalla
2020-08-2525 min