#003 - Tina Rulli: Moral Duty to Adopt, Race & Genetics, & Pro-Life Anti Vaxxers

Join us for a thought provoking conversation with Associate Professor Tina Rulli, a prominent figure in the field of normative and applied ethics, with a particular focus on reproductive and population ethics. With a PhD from Yale University and postdoctoral training at the NIH Bioethics Department, Professor Rulli brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our conversation.

We explore a range of compelling topics throughout the episode, starting with the ethics of adoption and procreation. Professor Rulli offers insights on the moral implications of bringing new lives into the world, and the ethical considerations involved in adoption. We then delve into the controversial issues of anti-vaxxers and abortion rights, examining the ethical questions that arise in these contexts and considering different arguments and perspectives.

Finally, we discuss the use of race in genomics and the ethical implications of this practice. Professor Rulli sheds light on the complex intersection of genetics, race, and identity, and the ethical questions that arise as we seek to better understand these relationships.

Throughout the episode, we also touch on the importance of crafting strong arguments and considering opposing viewpoints, highlighting the critical role that philosophy and ethics play in our understanding of complex issues. Whether you're a seasoned philosopher or simply interested in exploring complex ethical questions, this episode is sure to offer fascinating insights and perspectives that will challenge and inspire.

 

 

 

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