Podcasts about Secular ethics

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot and Dr. Michael Thiessen delve into Buddhism's surprising influence on Western thought. They discuss the core teachings of Buddhism, its impact on Western minds through figures like Sam Harris and the Dalai Lama, and why Buddhism's philosophy offers little more than a self-salvation death cult. The conversation contrasts Buddhist detachment with Christian transformation and looks at how Christians can respond to and understand these cross-cultural influences. The episode also explores the global sociopolitical implications of popular Buddhist teachings and highlights the superiority of a Christian worldview rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ. Subscribe to our Rumble Channel - https://rumble.com/c/c-6444461; CHAPTERS: 00:00 ReformCon '25 00:46 Cold Open: Buddhism's Influence on Western Culture 02:12 Podcast Intro 02:36 Introduction and Overview 03:08 Exploring Buddhism's Practical Expressions in the West 03:56 Sam Harris: Atheism Meets Buddhism 06:44 The Illusion of Self and Personal Identity 09:04 The Contradictions of Sam Harris's Views 21:29 Mindfulness and Detachment: A Critical Look 41:29 The Reality of Pain and Suffering 53:19 Exploring Pleasure from Pain 54:00 Contradictions in Moral Landscape 54:20 Acknowledging Pain and Suffering 54:45 Counterfeit Relief and Thought Detachment 55:46 Christian Perspective on Anxiety and Prayer 57:04 Escapism vs. Embracing Humanity 57:30 Sam Harris's Teachings on Self-Illusion is Delusion 59:14 Christian Response to Buddhist Self-Illusion 01:09:41 Critique of Buddhist Ethics and Karma 01:11:00 Dalai Lama's Influence and Secular Ethics 01:33:56 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events01:36:20 Podcast Outro The WAIT is OVER!!! Pre-order your copy of the NEW updated and expanded version of Dr. Boot’s Mission of God with a brand-new study guide! Get it here: https://ezrapress.ca/products/mission-of-god-10th-anniversary-edition; UPCOMING CONFERENCES: REFORMCON '25 | "Out of the Ashes" | April 24-26, 2025 @ Tucson, AZ: https://reformcon.org/ For All Ezra Events: https://www.ezrainstitute.com/events/; Think Christianly about politics with the help of Dr. Boot’s latest book “Ruler of Kings:” https://ezrapress.ca/products/ruler-of-kings-toward-a-christian-vision-of-government; Got Questions? Would you like to hear Dr. Boot answer your questions? Let us know in the comments or reach out to us at https://www.ezrainstitute.com/connect/contact/; For Ezra’s many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit: https://ezrapress.com. Stay up-to-date with all things Ezra Institute: https://www.ezrainstitute.com; Subscribe to Ezra’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPVvQDHHrOOjziyqUaN9VoA?sub_confirmation=1; Fight Laugh Feast Network: https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/tabs/audio/podcasts/8297; Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ezra-institute-podcast-for-cultural-reformation/id1336078503; Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0dW1gDarpzdrDMLPjKYZW2?si=bee3e91ed9a54885. Wherever you find our content, please like, subscribe, rate, or review it; it truly does help distribute our content more broadly.

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot and Dr. Michael Thiessen delve into Buddhism's surprising influence on Western thought. They discuss the core teachings of Buddhism, its impact on Western minds through figures like Sam Harris and the Dalai Lama, and why Buddhism's philosophy offers little more than a self-salvation death cult. The conversation contrasts Buddhist detachment with Christian transformation and looks at how Christians can respond to and understand these cross-cultural influences. The episode also explores the global sociopolitical implications of popular Buddhist teachings and highlights the superiority of a Christian worldview rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ. Subscribe to our Rumble Channel - https://rumble.com/c/c-6444461; CHAPTERS: 00:00 ReformCon '25 00:46 Cold Open: Buddhism's Influence on Western Culture 02:12 Podcast Intro 02:36 Introduction and Overview 03:08 Exploring Buddhism's Practical Expressions in the West 03:56 Sam Harris: Atheism Meets Buddhism 06:44 The Illusion of Self and Personal Identity 09:04 The Contradictions of Sam Harris's Views 21:29 Mindfulness and Detachment: A Critical Look 41:29 The Reality of Pain and Suffering 53:19 Exploring Pleasure from Pain 54:00 Contradictions in Moral Landscape 54:20 Acknowledging Pain and Suffering 54:45 Counterfeit Relief and Thought Detachment 55:46 Christian Perspective on Anxiety and Prayer 57:04 Escapism vs. Embracing Humanity 57:30 Sam Harris's Teachings on Self-Illusion is Delusion 59:14 Christian Response to Buddhist Self-Illusion 01:09:41 Critique of Buddhist Ethics and Karma 01:11:00 Dalai Lama's Influence and Secular Ethics 01:33:56 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events01:36:20 Podcast Outro The WAIT is OVER!!! Pre-order your copy of the NEW updated and expanded version of Dr. Boot’s Mission of God with a brand-new study guide! Get it here: https://ezrapress.ca/products/mission-of-god-10th-anniversary-edition; UPCOMING CONFERENCES: REFORMCON '25 | "Out of the Ashes" | April 24-26, 2025 @ Tucson, AZ: https://reformcon.org/ For All Ezra Events: https://www.ezrainstitute.com/events/; Think Christianly about politics with the help of Dr. Boot’s latest book “Ruler of Kings:” https://ezrapress.ca/products/ruler-of-kings-toward-a-christian-vision-of-government; Got Questions? Would you like to hear Dr. Boot answer your questions? Let us know in the comments or reach out to us at https://www.ezrainstitute.com/connect/contact/; For Ezra’s many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit: https://ezrapress.com. Stay up-to-date with all things Ezra Institute: https://www.ezrainstitute.com; Subscribe to Ezra’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPVvQDHHrOOjziyqUaN9VoA?sub_confirmation=1; Fight Laugh Feast Network: https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/tabs/audio/podcasts/8297; Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ezra-institute-podcast-for-cultural-reformation/id1336078503; Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0dW1gDarpzdrDMLPjKYZW2?si=bee3e91ed9a54885. Wherever you find our content, please like, subscribe, rate, or review it; it truly does help distribute our content more broadly.

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot and Dr. Michael Thiessen delve into Buddhism's surprising influence on Western thought. They discuss the core teachings of Buddhism, its impact on Western minds through figures like Sam Harris and the Dalai Lama, and why Buddhism's philosophy offers little more than a self-salvation death cult. The conversation contrasts Buddhist detachment with Christian transformation and looks at how Christians can respond to and understand these cross-cultural influences. The episode also explores the global sociopolitical implications of popular Buddhist teachings and highlights the superiority of a Christian worldview rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ. Subscribe to our Rumble Channel - https://rumble.com/c/c-6444461; CHAPTERS: 00:00 ReformCon '25 00:46 Cold Open: Buddhism's Influence on Western Culture 02:12 Podcast Intro 02:36 Introduction and Overview 03:08 Exploring Buddhism's Practical Expressions in the West 03:56 Sam Harris: Atheism Meets Buddhism 06:44 The Illusion of Self and Personal Identity 09:04 The Contradictions of Sam Harris's Views 21:29 Mindfulness and Detachment: A Critical Look 41:29 The Reality of Pain and Suffering 53:19 Exploring Pleasure from Pain 54:00 Contradictions in Moral Landscape 54:20 Acknowledging Pain and Suffering 54:45 Counterfeit Relief and Thought Detachment 55:46 Christian Perspective on Anxiety and Prayer 57:04 Escapism vs. Embracing Humanity 57:30 Sam Harris's Teachings on Self-Illusion is Delusion 59:14 Christian Response to Buddhist Self-Illusion 01:09:41 Critique of Buddhist Ethics and Karma 01:11:00 Dalai Lama's Influence and Secular Ethics 01:33:56 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events01:36:20 Podcast Outro The WAIT is OVER!!! Pre-order your copy of the NEW updated and expanded version of Dr. Boot’s Mission of God with a brand-new study guide! Get it here: https://ezrapress.ca/products/mission-of-god-10th-anniversary-edition; UPCOMING CONFERENCES: REFORMCON '25 | "Out of the Ashes" | April 24-26, 2025 @ Tucson, AZ: https://reformcon.org/ For All Ezra Events: https://www.ezrainstitute.com/events/; Think Christianly about politics with the help of Dr. Boot’s latest book “Ruler of Kings:” https://ezrapress.ca/products/ruler-of-kings-toward-a-christian-vision-of-government; Got Questions? Would you like to hear Dr. Boot answer your questions? Let us know in the comments or reach out to us at https://www.ezrainstitute.com/connect/contact/; For Ezra’s many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit: https://ezrapress.com. Stay up-to-date with all things Ezra Institute: https://www.ezrainstitute.com; Subscribe to Ezra’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPVvQDHHrOOjziyqUaN9VoA?sub_confirmation=1; Fight Laugh Feast Network: https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/tabs/audio/podcasts/8297; Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ezra-institute-podcast-for-cultural-reformation/id1336078503; Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0dW1gDarpzdrDMLPjKYZW2?si=bee3e91ed9a54885. Wherever you find our content, please like, subscribe, rate, or review it; it truly does help distribute our content more broadly.

In this episode, I discuss Universally Preferable Behavior (UPB) with a caller looking to deepen their understanding of ethics. We define UPB as a systematic method for evaluating moral rules and explore its application through real-life scenarios, such as the ethics of assault. As we examine complex issues like fraud and societal responsibilities, we highlight how UPB addresses objections and reinforces the universality of truth. The conversation concludes with a focus on UPB's potential to reduce societal violence and its implications for parenting, encouraging listeners to reflect on the relevance of these ideas in their own ethical lives.ReferencesUniversally Preferable Behaviour: A Rational Proof of Secular Ethics (2007)https://freedomain.com/freedomain_books/universally-preferable-behaviour-a-rational-proof-of-secular-ethics/Essential Philosophy (2018)https://freedomain.com/freedomain_books/essential-philosophy/New UPB Category! (2022)https://premium.freedomain.com/65a2f807bac7190c0804513a/new-upb-category-History of Philosophers Serieshttps://premium.freedomain.com/search/history+of%20philosophershttps://freedomain.com/freedomain_books/universally-preferable-behaviour-a-rational-proof-of-secular-ethics/http://www.essentialphilosophy.comGET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND THE FULL AUDIOBOOK!https://peacefulparenting.com/Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Subscribers get 12 HOURS on the "Truth About the French Revolution," multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material - as well as AIs for Real-Time Relationships, Bitcoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-In Shows!You also receive private livestreams, HUNDREDS of exclusive premium shows, early release podcasts, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2025

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In this episode, Ben Bayer reads aloud his article, “Debunking the Supernaturalism That Haunts Secular Ethics.” In that essay, he examines secular thinkers' approach towards ethics. As he argues, scientists like Richard Dawkins accept ethical claims that are fundamentally based on religious thinking. To combat this approach to ethics, we need a naturalistic alternative: and one has been offered by Ayn Rand. Bayer's article was originally published in New Ideal, the Ayn Rand Institute's journal, on October 11, 2023.

In this episode of the symposium, we debate the possibility of secular ethics. After introducing some basic terminology, we proceed to discuss Stefan Molyneux's theory of universally preferable behaviour and end with a discussion of theological voluntarism.

Dr. Ovamir Anjum is the Editor-in-Chief at Yaqeen Institute and the founder of https://ummatics.org/ Being a “Good Person” is Not Enough: Why Ethics Need Islamhttps://yaqeeninstitute.org/read/paper/being-a-good-person-is-not-enough-why-ethics-need-islam Prophetic Ethics: A Model for those Seeking God and Eternal Lifehttps://yaqeeninstitute.org/read/paper/prophetic-ethics-a-model-for-those-seeking-god-and-eternal-lifeIntroduction: 00:00-03:36The Ethical Impulse: 03:37-11:35Reason too is necessary: 11:36-17:51Humans disagree on what is good: 17:52-31:10The “Secular Age” is not doing well: 31:11-36:25What people think about ethics/religion: 36:26-37:30Does science have an opinion? 37:31-54:08The Modern World: 54:09-54:42Nietzsche: 54:43-56:21Some distinctions: 56:22-1:00:47Is secularism just another religion? 1:00:48-1:09:23Do we not have secular ethical systems? 1:09:24-1:23:52How does secular ethics operate? 1:23:53-1:26:02A Made Scientist on Mars: A Thought Experiment 1:26:03-1:31:38Liberal ethics: rootless, smuggled, norms: 1:31:39-1:34:37MacIntyre's After Virtue applied to today: 1:34:38-1:43:53Prophet Ethics: 1:43:54-1:50:40Q&A: 1:50:41 - 2:07:49Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/blogging-theology/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Ela Crain and Ringu Tulku Rinpoche discuss different types of generosity and their opposite: stealing.  Ringu Tulku Rinpoche describes generosity as a state of mind that can be cultivated. He mentions that there are three kinds of giving and that they go beyond donating money. He also describes how we trouble ourselves by giving for selfish reasons. Later on, Rinpoche taps into our responsibility as we give advice. As well as a sense of responsibility, he emphasizes the importance of our intentions as we advise others. Tune in to see how you can support your loved ones and contribute to your immediate environment by practicing all three types of generosity.

In this episode, Ela Crain brings up a deep topic for discussion. She asks Rinpoche about what kind of actions are beneficial or harmful to us and our loved ones.  Ringu Tulku Rinpoche begins by giving an overview of how our actions are grouped into three areas: body, speech, and mind. He then goes on to explain the first bodily action, which involves doing our best to avoid killing other beings and harming our environment.  Rinpoche also emphasizes the importance of maintaining a good balance and not seeking perfection in our actions. He also explains how being kind-hearted can help us to keep our actions in balance.

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Our emotions bring us our greatest joys and our deepest sorrows. We wouldn't survive without them, and yet they can also cause us to harm others and ourselves. What is the purpose of emotions, and how can we cultivate more emotional balance? Join us for this conversation with well-known emotions researcher and educator, Dr. Eve Ekman, as we explore these questions. We will also discuss the role of contemplative practice, how our emotions are influenced by our position in the social hierarchy, and Dr. Ekman's "go-to" emotional regulation strategies.

She also talks about an upcoming event "Let's Talk About It: Finding common threads through conversation" to be held at the MAH on Saturday, July 23, 2022 from 2:00 to 6:00 pm, which will be based on these principles and provide the opportunity for members of the public to have conversations with people representing misunderstood identities.Find out more here.

Today I'll ramble about my experience learning about secular ethics and ethical consumption. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction (Warning: Spoilers for The Good Place Season 3) 9:02 - The Problem of Evil, suffering of innocent beings; The Brothers Karamazov 19:28 - Philosophical context: Utilitarianism and Deontology 25:30 - Veganism; ethics and environmentalism 45:52 - Giving to charity; Effective Altruism 56:05 - Fast fashion; Final ramblings on Capitalism You can reach me at: latterdayramblings@gmail.com

This episode discusses the book Secular Ethics in a Secular Age: Is There Still a Virtue of Chastity?, with editor Eric Silverman, Ph.D. Topics include sexual ethics, power dynamics in relationships, consent, and #MeToo.  

Philosophers Jeremy Pierce and Eric Silverman discuss Eric's latest edited volume Secular Ethics in a Secular Age: Is There Still a Virtue of Chastity? Topics include sexual ethics, power dynamics in relationships, consent, and #MeToo.

Philosopher Stefan Molyneux talks about his latest thoughts on Christianity, the atheist community, and what has happened in the 14 years since he first published his magnum opus on secular ethics "Universally Preferable Behaviour: A Rational Proof of Secular Ethics"FREE BOOK: https://www.freedomain.com/product/universally-preferable-behavior/

Dr. Michael Karlin Assistant Professor of Psychology and Associate Director of the Center for Compassion, Integrity and Secular Ethics Find out more at www.compassionateintegrity.org/ Dr. Michael Karlin has always been interested in how the human mind works. So while he wasn't sure what he wanted to do career-wise growing up, the Bethesda, Maryland native found himself gravitating toward psychology classes in undergraduate at the University of Georgia; he enjoyed learning what makes people tick, how mind and behavior are intrinsically linked. After earning his bachelor's degree in psychology, Dr. Karlin wasn't sure what to do next, and chose to go into business. It was the early ‘90s, and his forays into the business world found success via the new era of the Internet. “I ended up being successful in commercial banking,” he says. “With a couple of other partners, I started what ended up becoming the first bank on the Internet and the technology company that sold that technology to other banks and eventually brokerages and insurance companies.” He had made a successful career by learning on the job in a field he hadn't expected. “All along the way, as exciting and fun and lucrative as it was, I realized that it was not really what I wanted to be doing,” he recalls. “It was kind of an empty life, and I wanted more.” He retired from the business and started a nonprofit that launched two large mythology and story-telling conferences and performance festivals here in Atlanta. Through that experience, he recognized that he wanted to continue learning and studying – he enrolled in graduate school and earned a Master's in Religious Studies at Georgia State University. He just completed his PhD in Religious Studies at Emory University in 2014, with a focus on the interface between religion and psychology. The teaching of compassion in schools is still an unusual concept, even for more traditional psychology students who often study mental illness diagnosis rather than prevention. But Life University's holistic focus on overall mental health, not just diagnosis, puts an emphasis on these types of pro-social emotions. “A lot of people are skeptical going into it,” Dr. Karlin says of teaching compassion in class. “Often times the image of compassion is soft or new age-y.” But he points out that to have compassion, you must have courage, and students are able to use meditation exercises to cultivate skills that lead to compassion. Unlike many academic programs, this becomes a first-person experience. “Many courses just convey knowledge and then ask students to critically analyze or apply that knowledge,” says Dr. Karlin. “We're asking students to really embody that knowledge.” And while an onslaught of media might have jaded the average American, Dr. Karlin says compassion is built into the human DNA, an undeniable biological factor. “It's not this thin veneer that we've sort of built on through society to hold down our ‘evil nature,'” he says. “You're always going to see elements of compassion cropping up, and people acting benevolently and helping others. Clearly we have a long way to go to take that biological compassion into a universal compassion – that'll take time, generations perhaps, but we're doing our best.” He says that practicing compassion is an essential part of good health, just like diet and exercise. As an associate director of LIFE's Center for Compassion, Integrity and Secular Ethics, Dr. Karlin is involved in a lot of forward-thinking programs that hope to use compassion-based training to make a larger impact on society. “The CCISE is based on looking at the fundamental human values that promote human, social and environment flourishing,” he says. “These are values we can look at through empirical evidence and design research studies around. If we can look to science and say: What does the body look like when it's feeling compassionate instead of angry? What does it look like when we're... Support this podcast

Dr. Michael Karlin Assistant Professor of Psychology and Associate Director of the Center for Compassion, Integrity and Secular Ethics Find out more at www.compassionateintegrity.org/ Dr. Michael Karlin has always been interested in how the human mind works. So while he wasn't sure what he wanted to do career-wise growing up, the Bethesda, Maryland native found himself gravitating toward psychology classes in undergraduate at the University of Georgia; he enjoyed learning what makes people tick, how mind and behavior are intrinsically linked. After earning his bachelor's degree in psychology, Dr. Karlin wasn't sure what to do next, and chose to go into business. It was the early ‘90s, and his forays into the business world found success via the new era of the Internet. “I ended up being successful in commercial banking,” he says. “With a couple of other partners, I started what ended up becoming the first bank on the Internet and the technology company that sold that technology to other banks and eventually brokerages and insurance companies.” He had made a successful career by learning on the job in a field he hadn't expected. “All along the way, as exciting and fun and lucrative as it was, I realized that it was not really what I wanted to be doing,” he recalls. “It was kind of an empty life, and I wanted more.” He retired from the business and started a nonprofit that launched two large mythology and story-telling conferences and performance festivals here in Atlanta. Through that experience, he recognized that he wanted to continue learning and studying – he enrolled in graduate school and earned a Master's in Religious Studies at Georgia State University. He just completed his PhD in Religious Studies at Emory University in 2014, with a focus on the interface between religion and psychology. The teaching of compassion in schools is still an unusual concept, even for more traditional psychology students who often study mental illness diagnosis rather than prevention. But Life University's holistic focus on overall mental health, not just diagnosis, puts an emphasis on these types of pro-social emotions. “A lot of people are skeptical going into it,” Dr. Karlin says of teaching compassion in class. “Often times the image of compassion is soft or new age-y.” But he points out that to have compassion, you must have courage, and students are able to use meditation exercises to cultivate skills that lead to compassion. Unlike many academic programs, this becomes a first-person experience. “Many courses just convey knowledge and then ask students to critically analyze or apply that knowledge,” says Dr. Karlin. “We're asking students to really embody that knowledge.” And while an onslaught of media might have jaded the average American, Dr. Karlin says compassion is built into the human DNA, an undeniable biological factor. “It's not this thin veneer that we've sort of built on through society to hold down our ‘evil nature,'” he says. “You're always going to see elements of compassion cropping up, and people acting benevolently and helping others. Clearly we have a long way to go to take that biological compassion into a universal compassion – that'll take time, generations perhaps, but we're doing our best.” He says that practicing compassion is an essential part of good health, just like diet and exercise. As an associate director of LIFE's Center for Compassion, Integrity and Secular Ethics, Dr. Karlin is involved in a lot of forward-thinking programs that hope to use compassion-based training to make a larger impact on society. “The CCISE is based on looking at the fundamental human values that promote human, social and environment flourishing,” he says. “These are values we can look at through empirical evidence and design research studies around. If we can look to science and say: What does the body look like when it's feeling compassionate instead of angry? What does it look like when we're... Support this podcast

I believe in the reformation of all religions, meaning having them all free of hypocrisy. I value interfaith relationships, interracial relationships, multiculturally diverse relationships, and secular/faith based relationships. Jesus and social justice are friends, not foes. Secular people should be morally successful also. Anyone can be Christlike: Non-Christian and Christian! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/antonio-myers4/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antonio-myers4/support

I enjoy my interpersonal relationships with secularists. If Heaven’s real, all good people are going: Non-Christian and Christian. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/antonio-myers4/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antonio-myers4/support

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Free text/audio/book of "Universally Preferable Behaviour: A Rational Proof of Secular Ethics"https://www.freedomain.com/2019/07/18/universally-preferable-behaviour-a-rational-proof-of-secular-ethics/Philosopher Stefan Molyneux debates truth, rationality and ethics with the YouTube personality 'Rationality Rules.''Rationality Rules' has been enormously critical of me in the past, we meet on the field of intellectual combat to resolve our differences once and for all!▶️ Join the Freedomain Community: https://www.subscribestar.com/freedomain▶️ Donate Now: http://www.freedomain.com/donate▶️ Sign Up For Our Newsletter: http://www.fdrurl.com/newsletterYour support is essential to Freedomain, which is 100% funded by viewers like you. Please support the show by making a one time donation or signing up for a monthly recurring donation at: http://www.freedomain.com/donate▶️ 1. Donate: http://www.freedomain.com/donate▶️ 2. Newsletter Sign-Up: http://www.fdrurl.com/newsletter▶️ 3. On YouTube: Subscribe, Click Notification Bell▶️ 4. Subscribe to the Freedomain Podcast: http://www.fdrpodcasts.com▶️ 5. Follow Freedomain on Alternative Platforms🔴 Bitchute: http://bitchute.com/freedomainradio🔴 Minds: http://minds.com/stefanmolyneux🔴 Steemit: http://steemit.com/@stefan.molyneux🔴 Gab: http://gab.ai/stefanmolyneux🔴 Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/stefanmolyneux🔴 Facebook: http://facebook.com/stefan.molyneux🔴 Instagram: http://instagram.com/stefanmolyneuxAmazon Affiliate Links▶️ US: http://www.fdrurl.com/Amazon▶️ Canada: http://www.fdrurl.com/AmazonCanada▶️ UK: http://www.fdrurl.com/AmazonUK

What can urban alliances and community organising teach us about building political unity across difference in cities? The 'progressive dilemma' is an apparent problem for contemporary left politics and our two guests have very different takes on the issue, and how it relates to urban politics. Our first guest is professor of politics from the UK and the other is a community organiser from Sydney. They discuss the challenges of centre-left politics and urban alliances. "It's a terrible city sometimes, and it's a beautiful city, and there are interesting people in it that matter, who deserve the kind of city people want to live in. I think we need a core of people who are committed to that city, who are willing to transform it." Chantelle Ogilvie-Ellis They talk about the possibilities for political renewal in political practices that build relationships across diverse urban geographies and political difference in cities, and in cultivating a belonging to place that is still open to and attentive of diversity. Guests Chantelle Ogilvie-Ellis is a community organiser with the Sydney Alliance, who spends her days meeting and working with a huge variety of people and communities right across Sydney. She, and the Sydney Alliance, are building a coalition of people willing to fight for a fair and sustainable city. You can read about the Sydney Alliance here. Chantelle shares her experience organising across Sydney with Adrian Pabst, Professor of Politics and the University of Kent. Adrian is a key thinker in the UKs Blue Labour movement and author of the recently-released book Story of Our Country: Labor's Vision for Australia. The Democratic Experiment Series This episode is a part of a series called The Democratic Experiment and hosted by Rosie Hancock. Rosie researches social movements, community organising, and grassroots urban political coalitions. She is convenor of the Religion and Global Ethics program and is the Managing Editor of Solidarity: Journal of Catholic Social Thought and Secular Ethics. She holds a BA in Philosophy from the University of Auckland, an MA in Arabic and Islamic Studies from the University of Sydney, and completed her PhD on Islamic Environmental Activism at the University of Sydney in 2015. Rosie is an Editorial Board Member of The Sociological Review, and the co-convener of the Sociology of Religion Thematic Group for The Australian Sociology Association. The Democratic Experiment series is a partnership between City Road and The Sydney Policy Lab at the University of Sydney. The Sydney Policy Lab exists to break down the barriers between researchers, policymakers, campaigners and the community at large. At the Sydney Policy Lab people of all backgrounds are coming together to strengthen our democracy, reduce spiralling inequality and help to empower communities to shape their own future.

1. Seth continues his review of Hebrews 13 examining the steady faith.2. Seth responds to a listener submission about ethics. Go Fund Me Link: Send me on a Cruise with Beth Moore! Become a Patron! Donate on PayPal. Check out all the BTWN podcasts.

Welcome to our official series premiere. Stay-tuned for our 8 part coverage of the 2016 Reason Rally starting July 7th and an interview with atheist blogger Neil Carter.Sources:SECULAR CAUCUS AT TEXAS DEMOCRATIC CONVENTIONSecular Coalition for Texas, “Texas Democratic Party Considering our Secular Resolutions!” Accessed June 28, 2016. http://states.secular.org/states/texa... ORLANDO MASS SHOOTINGC-Span, “House Democrats stage sit-in on House floor.” Accessed June 29, 2016. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkIl-... Univision, “Orlando massacre was "revenge," not terrorism, says man who claims he was gunman's lover.” Accessed June 29, 2016. http://www.univision.com/univision-ne...SUPREME COURT STRIKES DOWN TEXAS ABORTION LAWTimothy Kephart, “Supreme Court Overturns Part of Texas’ 2013 Abortion Law.” Accessed June 28, 2016. http://www.kvue.com/news/local/suprem... HARASSMENT OF FEMALE ATHEISTS & LGBT SUPPORTERS ON TWITTERBen Collins, “Twitter Trolls Are Reporting Pro-LGBT Muslim Women to Their Governments, Where Punishment Can Mean Death.” Accessed June 29, 2016. http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles...FACEBOOK CENSORSHIP OF ATHEIST ARAB GROUPS Ayman El Kaissi, “Facebook facing heavy criticism after removing major atheist pages.” Accessed June 29, 2016. https://www.the-newshub.com/internati...RELIGION NO EXUSE TO NOT ISSUE MARRIAGE LIC. IN MSDavid Badash, “Breaking: Federal Judge Rules Clerks Cannot Cite Religion to Recuse From Issuing Marriage Licenses.” Accessed June 28, 2016. http://www.thenewcivilrightsmovement....UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI CHAIR FOR STUDY OF ATHEISMLaurie Goodstein, “University of Miami Establishes Chair for Study of Atheism.” Accessed June 29, 2016. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/05/21/us/... University of Miami, “Gift Establishes Chair in Atheism, Humanism, and Secular Ethics.” Accessed June 29, 2016. http://news.miami.edu/stories/2016/05... News Ticker:BBC News, “Bangladesh: PM Sheikh Hasina vows to end deadly attacks.” Accessed June 24, 2016. http://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-36... Carol Costello, “Kentucky's magnificent, controversial ark.” Accessed June 29, 2016. http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/21/opinion...

In this episode we talk about the hire of Anjan Chakravartty for the Chair of the Appignani Foundation for the Study of Atheism, Humanism and Secular Ethics at The University of Miami and his role or lack thereof in the Atheist Movement. We also discuss the latest Gay Wedding Cake court case in California and 45's recent National Prayer Breakfast.   The Atlantic article on U of M: https://www.theatlantic.com/education/archive/2018/01/how-should-atheism-be-taught/551885/   Email - Godlessheathens@yahoo.com Twitter - @godlesspodcast - Proudly blocked by Ken Ham!! Facebook Discussion Group - https://www.facebook.com/228801104333716/  Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/GodlessHeathens -  Any help is greatly appreciated  

In this podcast Professor Thurman explains how we can apply the tenfold path of positive/skillful evolutionary actions to shape our lives in a positive direction and improve our evolutionary conditions. This tenfold path is comprised of three physical skills, four verbal skills and three mental skills. In Dalai Lama’s book Beyond Religion: Ethics for a Whole World they are referred to as secular ethics of body, speech and mind. This episode was recorded in Bhutan as part of the Geographic Expedition called “Bhutan: Land of the Thunder Dragon” led by Professor Thurman in April, 2014. “Pilgrimage : Ten Skillful Actions – Ep. 82” is a part of the “Buddhist Pilgrimage Series” using field recordings of Robert A.F. Thurman and friends from his global docent tours benefiting the work of Tibet House US. To listen to more archive recordings from from past Robert A.F. Thurman teachings + public events please consider becoming a Tibet House US member. To Learn about the benefits of Tibet House US Membership please visit: www.tibethouse.us. Pilgrimage : Ten Skillful Actions – Ep. 82 of the Bob Thurman Podcast Photo by Christopher Michel, Used with permission. The song ‘Dancing Ling’ by Tenzin Choegyal from the album ‘Heart Sutra‘ (2004) by Ethno Super Lounge is used on the Bob Thurman Podcast with artist’s permission, all rights reserved. To learn about upcoming Tibet House US trips Robert Thurman + GeoEx please visit: www.bobthurman.com.

Stefan Molyneux, host of Freedomain Radio, describes the philosophical basis for rational ethics, with reference to his free book Universally Preferable Behaviour: a Rational Proof of Secular Ethics. Freedomain Radio is the largest and most popular philosophy show on the web - http://www.freedomainradio.com

Stefan Molyneux, host of Freedomain Radio, reviews Universally Preferable Behavior: A Rational Proof of Secular Ethics, using audience participation at the Capitalism and Morality seminar in Vancouver, summer 2012. Freedomain Radio is the largest and most popular philosophy show on the web - http://www.freedomainradio.com

Stefan Molyneux, host of Freedomain Radio, discusses his theory of ethics - Universally Preferable Behavior: a Rational Proof of Secular Ethics - with a listener, and discusses some of the challenges of applying ethics and aesthetics to parenting. Freedomain Radio is the largest and most popular philosophy show on the web - http://www.freedomainradio.com

Stefan Molyneux, host of Freedomain Radio, discusses his theory of ethics - Universally Preferable Behavior: a Rational Proof of Secular Ethics - with a listener, and discusses some of the challenges of applying ethics and aesthetics to parenting. Freedomain Radio is the largest and most popular philosophy show on the web - http://www.freedomainradio.com

An animated introduction to Universally Preferable Behavior: A Rational Proof of Secular Ethics.

An introduction to my new book!

Joe Hoffmann is Campbell Professor of Religion and Human Values at Wells College, New York and chair of the Committee for the Scientific Examination of Religion (CSER) at the Center for Inquiry. He is formerly Professor of Civilization Studies at American University of Beirut and Senior Research Scholar of St. Cross College, Oxford. Dr. Hoffmann is a specialist in the social and cultural history of early Christianity, and the author of Jesus Outside the Gospels, coeditor of Biblical versus Secular Ethics, Jesus in Myth and History, Modern Spiritualities, The Origins of Christianity, The Secret Gospels, What the Bible Really Says, and editor and translator of the Oxford University Press editions of Celsus' On the True Doctrine: A Discourse Against the Christians and Porphyry's Against the Christians: The Literary Remains. In this discussion with DJ Grothe, Professor Hoffmann probes the truth and fiction behind The Da Vinci Code, explores Christianity's true origins, and examines the public's overwhelming fascination with Dan Brown's worldwide best-selling novel. Also in this episode, Sarah Jordan stresses the importance of youth education in science and human values, as well as detailing CFI's new summer camp for children, Camp Inquiry.