Philosophy of Ethics (Part One), The
Philosopher Stephen Toulmin argues that neither Immanuel Kant nor Jeremy Bentham believed that there's an absolute moral formula that can be applied in all cases.
Ethical Dilemmas and Research Studies
Experimental psychologist and author Elizabeth Loftus acknowledges that, "...psychology is full of studies that involve deception," but wonders if some research studies "cross a line."
What Is Philosophy?
Philosopher Charles Taylor talks about the challenge of trying to define philosophy. Unlike other disciplines, Professor Taylor explains, philosophy doesn't have a set of definite issues, questions and information to convey.
Who Decides? (Part One)
Professor of Law and Medicine Alex Capron talks about how much doctors should share with patients, and how physicians and patients can best work together to make decisions about treatment. He also explores the issue of who decides (and on what basis...