
Exploring Morality & Ethics with Cosmic Skeptic
10/21/21 β’ 88 min
In the second episode of the Principles of Change Podcast, I sit down with Alex O'connor, also known as CosmicSkeptic to discuss morality, philosophy, ethics and their relation to animal rights. We also go over Alex's journey to veganism and what his core principles are to fight for change in this world.
In Today's Episode:
- Alex's Background
- Discovering Veganism
- What is Morality?
- Utilitarianism & Veganism
- Is Alex a utilitarian?
- Discussing Animal Welfare
- Are animals commodities?
- Deontology & Veganism
- Why does veganism matter?
- Alex's Principles Of Change & last words
Check out Alex's website: https://cosmicskeptic.com
Download this app to help animal sanctuaries and non profits at NO cost to you!
https://abillion.onelink.me/42TD/abp
ποΈ To support this show and have free exclusive early access to the episodes: https://www.patreon.com/sebalex
π Find out more on my work and get your free ebook: https://www.sebalex.org
ππ½ To support my online and offline activism: https://www.sebalex.org/support
In the second episode of the Principles of Change Podcast, I sit down with Alex O'connor, also known as CosmicSkeptic to discuss morality, philosophy, ethics and their relation to animal rights. We also go over Alex's journey to veganism and what his core principles are to fight for change in this world.
In Today's Episode:
- Alex's Background
- Discovering Veganism
- What is Morality?
- Utilitarianism & Veganism
- Is Alex a utilitarian?
- Discussing Animal Welfare
- Are animals commodities?
- Deontology & Veganism
- Why does veganism matter?
- Alex's Principles Of Change & last words
Check out Alex's website: https://cosmicskeptic.com
Download this app to help animal sanctuaries and non profits at NO cost to you!
https://abillion.onelink.me/42TD/abp
ποΈ To support this show and have free exclusive early access to the episodes: https://www.patreon.com/sebalex
π Find out more on my work and get your free ebook: https://www.sebalex.org
ππ½ To support my online and offline activism: https://www.sebalex.org/support
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The Proof is in the Plants, with Simon Hill
In the first ever episode of the Principles of Change Podcast, I sit down with Simon Hill, author of the book The Proof Is In The Plants and host of the Plant Proof podcast, to discuss the details of his best selling book, his journey and most importantly, the reason why he uses podcasts to fight for positive change in this world.
In Today's Episode:
- Simon's Journey
- Why Podcasts?
- Animal Protein Vs Plant Protein
- Is soy safe to consume?
- Fats & Dietary Cholesterol
- Carnivore & Keto Diets
- Should you worry about supplements?
- Unhealthy Propaganda
- The Power of Podcasts
Buy Simon's book: https://geni.us/DFObfhB
Visit Simon's website and get more info: https://plantproof.com
Download this app to help animal sanctuaries and non profits at NO cost to you!
https://abillion.onelink.me/42TD/abp
ποΈ To support this show and have free exclusive early access to the episodes: www.patreon.com/sebalex
π Find out more on my work and get your free ebook: www.sebalex.org
ππ½ To support my online and offline activism: www.sebalex.org/support
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Political Activism with Emma Hurst
In the fourth episode of the Principles of Change podcast, I sit down and discuss activism within the political context with Australian MP and animal rights activists, Emma Hurst. Emma shared her obstacles, the importance of vegan activists in politics, her achievements, the details about how the system in place is set to fail the animals and most importantly, her core principles that push her to fight for change.
In Today's Episode:
- Emma's Background
- From Vegan to Politician
- The Animal Justice Party
- Passing Legislations
- Emma's Experience With Sexism In Politics
- Obstacles In Political Activism
- Advice From Emma
- Emma's Famous Speech
- Emma's Principles Of Change
Check out Emma's Website: https://www.emmahurstmp.com
Download this app to help animal sanctuaries and non profits at NO cost to you!
https://abillion.onelink.me/42TD/abp
ποΈ To support this show and have free exclusive early access to the episodes: https://www.patreon.com/sebalex
π Find out more on my work and get your free ebook: www.sebalex.org
ππ½ To support my online and offline activism: www.sebalex.org/support
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