The Ethics of Desire | Ep 02 - Group discussion

SUMMARY OF THE EPISODE In this episode, Carlos Santos is joined by Tristen and Santi to have a discussion on the ideas presented in episode 1 "What is desire, really?". They explore how desires motivate human action, shape perceptions of reality, and the moral implications of pursuing certain desires. The conversation also touches on the evolving understanding of freedom and responsibility in modern society, the covenantal nature of parenthood, and the emotional fulfillment derived from pets. Ultimately, the discussion emphasizes the need for a framework to navigate desires in a way that aligns with moral agency and deeper human values. COMPANION GUIDE https://carlossantosaguirre.com/companion-guide-subscription TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests 04:10 Recap of episode 1 08:27 Open discussion about the episode 09:03 Biological desires vs. metabiological desires 09:35 Is desire just lacking something? 14:13 Desires Beyond the Biological 24:01 Desires point to an object that is not always clear 28:50 Why we should not follow our desires blindly 36:05 The pursuit of meaning and self-Control 42:53 Having children and living an (un)fulfilling life 58:55 The role of pets in human relationships SOCIAL MEDIA AND WEBSITE Linktree: https://linktr.ee/carlossantosaguirre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_carlosantos_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carloslsantoslaguirre/ VideoPodcast: https://youtube.com/@carlossantosEN?sub_confirmation=1 SpanishYouTube Channel (exclusive context – speaking engagements in Hispanic circles):https://www.youtube.com/@carlossantosES?sub_confirmation=1 Website(subscribe to the newsletter to get updated on special news): www.carlossantosaguirre.com GET MYBOOK (Academic) Amor y Resentimiento: Una respuesta a los ataques deNietzsche contra el cristianismo (Spanish Edition) - Available on Amazon in Kindle and Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Carlos-Santos-Aguirre/dp/B0BMSKNDJ7/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= COLLABORATION/SPONSORSHIPINQUIRIES info@carlossantosaguirre.com SUPPORT CARLOS TO NOT BE A POOR PHILOSOPHER PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VDTRM5VLC87VC Donation witha debit card: https://carlossantosaguirre.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=6391bde9ea3d301c457ecd09 #desire #ethics #morality #meaning #conflict #philosophy#podcast