Listen "The Morality of Ants"
Episode Synopsis
This segment contrasts the highly efficient, collective problem-solving of ants, specifically their practice of performing amputations to prevent infection, with humanity's often self-destructive individualism. It argues that humans' prioritization of profit and individual rights over collective well-being leads to preventable suffering. The author uses the ants' behaviour as a stark critique of human societal structures that allow for widespread inequality and environmental damage. The piece advocates for a more pragmatic, collective approach to solving societal problems, inspired by the ants' effective social health system. Ultimately, it suggests humans need to improve their collective action for survival.
https://philosophics.blog/2024/12/16/the-morality-of-ants/
https://philosophics.blog/2024/12/16/the-morality-of-ants/
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