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The Ethics of Desire | Ep 02 - Group discussion

The Ethics of Desire | Ep 02 - Group discussion5 dec 20251 u 06 min

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