Derek Parfit
A philosopher whose work on 'what matters' is considered liberal, though his methodology and conclusions on individualism are debated.
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Videos Mentioning Derek Parfit
Chris Mason: Space Travel, Colonization, and Long-Term Survival in Space | Lex Fridman Podcast #283
Lex Fridman
Philosopher who wrote "Reasons and Persons," a book exploring personal identity and what defines an individual beyond just thoughts.
Animal Minds & Moral Truths: A Conversation with Peter Singer (Episode #342)
Sam Harris
Philosopher whose work on population ethics, specifically 'Reasons and Persons' and the 'repugnant conclusion', is mentioned in the context of utilitarian calculations and bringing beings into existence.
Reckoning with Parfit: A Conversation with David Edmonds (Episode #321)
Sam Harris
A highly influential philosopher whose work on personal identity, future generations, and ethics is the central focus of the conversation. He is known for his work on the non-identity problem and the repugnant conclusion.
Existential Risk: A Conversation with Toby Ord (Episode #208)
Sam Harris
Philosopher and Toby Ord's thesis advisor, influential in discussions on population ethics and long-term future.
Cass Sunstein on Liberalism and Rights in the Age of AI
Conversations with Tyler
A philosopher whose work on 'what matters' is considered liberal, though his methodology and conclusions on individualism are debated.
Will MacAskill Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A highly influential academic philosopher who spent his entire life at All Souls College in Oxford and authored 'Reasons and Persons,' a work that deeply influenced MacAskill.
Transformative Experiences: A Conversation with L.A. Paul (Episode #327)
Sam Harris
Philosopher whose thought experiment on future bias and the rationality of caring about past versus future experiences is discussed.