Philosophy · 23 min
Utilitarianism
By John Stuart Mill
An exploration of utilitarianism, examining how the pursuit of 'the greatest good' shapes our decisions, policies, and ethical dilemmas. We uncover its intuitive appeal, the complexities of quantifying happiness, and the inherent tensions between collective well-being and individual rights.
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Philosophy
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23 min
What it is about
ethics, moral philosophy, happiness
Who it is for
Best suited to listeners who want a clearer working understanding of ethics, moral philosophy, happiness and better judgment in how they apply it.
The author
John Stuart Mill brings a credible and useful lens to ethics, moral philosophy, happiness, with enough subject command to make the book worth hearing.
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