In this episode, Vatsal speaks with Michael Shermer—social scientist, founding publisher of Skeptic Magazine, and host of The Michael Shermer Show. They discuss the nature of morality: Is it relative or objective? Can science and reason help us discover moral truths? Other topics covered include the fact-value distinction, utilitarianism, empirical research on happiness, the interplay between self-interest and altruism in society, and the role of free will in moral decision-making.

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Episode ID: 1000688984994

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Release Date: 04/02/2025, 19:30:00