Ethics: A Very Short Introduction
We often assume ethics is a subject for philosophers, a set of rigid rules, or simply a matter of personal opinion. We might even dismiss it as irrelevant to our daily lives, until a moment arrives when we feel a sharp, internal tug-of-war between what's easy and what feels right. This episode challenges that narrow view, revealing ethics not as a distant academic pursuit, but as the invisible operating system of our everyday existence. It's the quiet force behind why we choose to speak up, or stay silent, when a friend makes an insensitive joke, or why we feel a pang of unease about a seemingly small decision. Simon Blackburn shows how our moral intuitions are constantly at play, shaping our relationships, our communities, and the very fabric of society, often without us even noticing. Understanding these unseen threads allows us to navigate complex dilemmas with greater clarity and intention, moving beyond reactive judgment to conscious moral navigation.