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Chapel Phil
by Chapel Phil
We are UNC's student-run philosophy podcast! Sponsored by the Parr Center for Ethics and the Philosophy Department, we bring UNC students' and professors' ideas to life.
Episodes
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Iran and the Limits of Security
Chapel Phil's Luke Johnson discusses the ethics that come into play in times of war, and how we should consider the justifications for war with an ethical framework. Thank you to the Parr Center for Ethics for sponsoring Chapel Phil. All views and opinions discussed in this podcast are our own to...
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Paving the Way
Chapel Phil's Lucas Bereaud and Alex Copsey discuss the Ethics Bowl case "Paving the Way", weighing the pros and cons of paving accessible pathways in parks. Thank you to the Parr Center for Ethics for sponsoring Chapel Phil. All views and opinions discussed in this podcast are our own to…
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To Believe or Not to Believe
Chapel Phil's Owen Vescio argues that the deliberate spreading of religious beliefs is morally wrong with a specific focus on Christian mission trips. Thank you to the Parr Center for Ethics for sponsoring Chapel Phil. All views and opinions discussed in this podcast are our own to explore. The...
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The Price of Attention
Chapel Phil's Soumya Shenoy dives into the ethical implications of attention in the medical field in terms of how it may impact which patients receive and the strength of attention. Thank you to the Parr Center for Ethics for sponsoring Chapel Phil. All views and opinions discussed in this…
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Wishes of the Dead
Chapel Phil's Owen Vescio, Lucas Bereaud , Mallory Justice, and Soumya Shenoy give perspectives on the Wishes of the Dead Ethics Bowl case, which involves the complex nature of keeping promises made to those no longer with us. Thank you to the Parr Center for Ethics for sponsoring Chapel Phil.…
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Dr. Chat
Chapel Phil's Alex Copsey discusses the ethical implications of AI charting on patients and doctors in the medical field, including the pros and cons of the practice. Thank you to the Parr Center for Ethics for sponsoring ChapelPhil. All views and opinions discussed in this podcast are our own to...
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Attunement and Mindfulness in Medical Care
Chapel Phil's Luke Johnson discusses the importance of attunement and mindfulness in the context of medicine and medical care, areas where it's important to be vigilant as a patient and provider, but can be extremely difficult to do so due to information overload. This episodes contains some...
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Deception in Relationships
In this double feature episode , Chapel Phil's Alex Copsey, Netra Parikh, Greyson Rainwater, and Sarayu Thondapu sit down and analyze two ethics bowl cases revolving around deception in romantic relationships and when, if ever, can deception be rationalized. Thank you to the Parr Center for…
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A World Beyond a Scroll
Chapel Phil's Lucas Bereaud discusses the power and function of computer algorithms on the lives of many, and how its efficiency and convenience comes with drawbacks, especially when it comes to our attention. Thank you to the Parr Center for Ethics for sponsoring Chapel Phil. All views and...
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The Rise of Kidfluencers
Chapel Phil's Alex Copsey discusses the ethics and legal formalities behind family vlogging and its impact on the kids who have their lives broadcasted from a young age. Thank you to the Parr Center for Ethics for sponsoring ChapelPhil. All views and opinions discussed in this podcast are our own...
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Remembering Colby Maynor: Medical Ethics and The Lost and Found
In this very special episode, Marcella and Samad reflect on beloved Parr Heel, Colby Maynor, who passed away in December of 2023. We want to take some time to remember Colby as the amazing philosopher he was and discuss some of his work regarding medical ethics and the ethics of claiming lost...
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The Ethics of Cosmetic Surgery
Are beauty standards ethical? Who decides what is beautiful? Can someone actually make the autonomous decision to undergo plastic surgery? Tune in to this episode to hear Marcella and Samad explore the ethics of cosmetic surgery. Sources: The Ethics of Cosmetic Surgery in Relation to Autonomy....
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State and University Politics vs Gun Control
Content Warning- this episode discusses gun violence and death. After the loss of Zijie Yan in August of 2023, UNC students are still calling on local and state legislature for gun control policies. Aditi and Aidan reflect on what that day felt like for them, how UNC has responded to students who...
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Twin Psychology
Tune in to this episode to hear Marcella's thoughts as she dives into the psychology and science behind twin births. Multiple births are on the rise along with major advancements in birth control like IVF, so let's examine the twin experience through the lens of nature versus nurture. All music...
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AI in the Classroom
Did you use ChatGPT this semester...? How do these language models even work? Is there a way we can ethically use ChatGPT in higher education? What does acceptable use look like from an ethical standpoint? Are robots going to take over the world??? Tune in to hear Jakob and Samad's thoughts on…
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Let's Talk Free Speech
Tune in to this episode to hear Aidan, Marcella and Samad discuss free speech in today's democracy. How do we balance pillars of democracy like free speech in a digital world? How does democracy work for the people? How do we manage the marketplace of ideas today? Why are people banned on…
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Aidan and Samad Unleashed: March Madness
Tune in to this episode to hear Aidan and Samad discuss the ins and outs of how the NCAA Tournament works, how parity plays into championships, seeding, ranking teams, and some unique commentary by Aidan. Is this the start of another series in the ChapelPhil universe? Maybe... All music used in...
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"We Were On A Break!"
MoraliTV presents its pilot episode where host Sofia Casini discusses the ethics of cheating and revenge to get to the bottom of the Ross versus Rachel cheating debate. Audio credits: Sofia Casini Music by Slip.stream - "Daytime" - https://slip.stream/tracks/c16ae817-36d4-4bde-9da6-5062aaa852d0...
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The Whitewashing of Veganism
In this episode, Aidan, Marcella and Samad discuss the rich history of the vegan diet and how a worldwide dietary phenomenon has been falsely dubbed as something for only "rich, white folks." Tune in to this episode to hear our thoughts on ways we can decolonize veganism and allow for other vegan...
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The Ethics of Gossiping
In this episode, Aditi, Ashley and Jakob argue if gossip is inherently good or inherently bad. Do intentions matter more than the outcome of a situation? When is it acceptable? Is gossip just a part of the innate human need to exchange information and communicate? And what is the history behind…
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Should You Have Kids?
In this episode, two new podcasters, Aidan and Marcella, join Samad to discuss the age-old question of whether or not it is ethical to have children. From anti-natalism to Thomas Hobbes, tune in to hear our thoughts on the implications of having children. All music used in this episode was…
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Accessibility in a Largely Inaccessible World
Welcome to the first episode of 2023 this year, we have some new voices on the podcast! In this episode, Aditi, Ashley, Jakob, and Sofia discuss medical and philosophical conceptions of disability and how accommodations should be made, specifically, on our campus. Where does that responsibility…
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Let's Talk About the Board of Trustees
In this episode, Annette, Andy, Max, and Samad take on the heavy conversation of how the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Board of Trustees runs. Where do we draw the line between education and politics? Tune into this episode to hear our thoughts. All music used in this episode was...
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Participation Grades and Attendance
In this episode, Brennan, Elise and Ashley talk about attendance policies and if/how they should be factored into grading. What does ethical, holistic grading look like? What really counts as participation, is it just speaking to get your points in or offering some unbelievable piece of…
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Artificial Intelligence in Warfare
Who can really be held accountable for the faults of an A.I. weapon? Is it a good idea to be incorporating dangerous weapons such as drones, lethal autonomous weapons, and other forms of A.I. into war? In this episode, Andy, Annette, Samad, and Max are back to talk about some of the benefits and...
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How does Mental Health fit into Healthcare?
Trigger warning: this episode contains discussions on mental health, suicide, generational trauma, and racial violence. What does ethical mental health care look like among the UNC student body? How do long waitlists to see a therapist, pricey appointments, and a lack of involvement from the...
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COVID-19: The Virus that Keeps Coming Back
Limited testing, no vaccine mandate, no quarantine housing, echo chambers, and a soon-to-be lifted mask mandate. What does this mean for UNC? Tune in to our second episode of the Spring semester to hear Max and Annette duke it out over Individualist and Collectivist approaches to handling a virus...
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UNC Libraries Face Huge Budget Cuts
In our first episode of the 2021-2022 school year, Andy, Samad, and Max discuss the ethics behind keeping academia locked behind paywalls. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a number of financial issues for the university, but why are our JSTOR subscriptions are the first to go ? Tools that are...
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WSYD: The Infinite Loop
In this episode of What Should You Do?, Brennan takes us through Groundhog Day, where every day repeats itself! Without long-term consequences, is theft still immoral? How about harming others? Listen in to hear what Philosophers think, and Brennan's quick witted responses. Special thanks to the...
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Court Packing
More justices doesn't mean more justice. In this episode of Chapel Phil, Max Hazerjian tours the history of the US Supreme Court to examine when and how it can be expanded. After historical framing, Max argues that many other methods of court reform could be superior political and constitutional...
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Claiming Spaces
How we move through the world depends upon how our identity interacts with the spaces around us. This episode features the multi-talented Clay Morris, who is an activist, journalist, and podcaster, among other things. Listen along as Clay guides us through how he navigates spaces that aren't…
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WSYD: Fake News!
What Should You Do?: Fake News brings back Brennan to talk about how we might interact with someone who promotes fake news. Reviewing input from Philosophers at UNC, Brennan navigates unfollowing, unfriending, and finding empathy for those who can't tell Babylon Bee from Breaking News. References…
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Felony Murder
If I intentionally commit one crime, but another worse crime results, can I be held accountable? How about those that aided me? In this episode, Anna dives into the efficacy and ethics of felony murder, touching on history in the common law and the American tradition. Citations: All music is the...
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Back to In-Person Classes: Why Now?
In this episode, Noah critiques the decision of the University Administration to send some students back in person on February 8th, a seemingly arbitrary date. We, UNC students, have finally started adjusting to online learning. So, unless the university can justify why we must start sending...
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WSYD: Zombies and Theft
What Should You Do? is a new episode series on Chapel Phil, led by Brennan Maynard. Philosophers often say a lot about what other people should do, but what would they do in different tense situations? We put UNC philosophers into zany or serious situations and review their responses. Someone has...
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Vaccines, Conspiracy, and Individualism
Emily Rakes consults John Stuart Mill for advice on a concerning phenomenon: Anti-vaxxers endangering others in the name of "individualism". Does anti-vaxxing align with Mill's thoughts on individualism? How is the phenomenon typical of the United States' traditional individualism? These…
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Philosophy of Love: The Importance of "WE"
In this episode, Yueying debuts, referencing Nozick and Scruton's pieces on the concept of love. Forming a union and a meaningful relationship requires many changes to one's life. How does the concept depend on the formation of another entity -- a collective concept of "WE"? Special Thanks once...
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Musicians and Morality
When musicians act immorally, should we still listen to their music? In this episode, Elise discusses 1. the extent to which listening is an endorsement of an artist's actions, 2. whether we can separate art from an artist, and 3. how celebrity complicates the circumstances of public judgment....
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Santa's Lies
Happy Holidays! This year, we're all "Ba Humbug"! In her podcast debut, Brennan asks the question: Is it ethical to lie about Santa Claus to our children? Brennan consults many ethical perspectives in her search to determine an answer. Some perspectives include rule-based ethics, utilitarian...
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Mental Health Amidst the Pandemic
Noah and Max talk about how the pandemic has strained many peoples' mental health. Questions like: "What can we do to improve mental health while complying with our moral obligations to others" and "What is the balance between social interaction and mental health" strive to uncover some aspects…
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Philosophy Course Recommendations: SPRING 2021
Anna and Noah provide insights about some of the best professors and classes that they have taken at UNC. As general advice, fulfilling your PH credit or continuing on in the philosophy major should be a fun and exciting process. We know that registration is stressful and overcomplicated, but,...
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Religion Roundtable: Critiques
This episode continues with Hamish hosting Pavel, Mary Elizabeth, and Garry. Now, the focus of the conversation shifts to critiques of religion's interaction with society. Has religion substituted proper mental healthcare for our elderly? Can the Church provide for the needs of society better…
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Religion Roundtable: Religion and Society
In this episode, Hamish hosts a diverse group of religious and non-religious guests. The episode centers around exploring how religion guides ethics, whether people should be religious, and a discussion of how religion exists in our current American society. To ground this discussion we have a...
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Fascism - with Dr. Konrad Jarausch
Today on the podcast we're talking about the devil of government structures: Fascism. Joined by German History Prof., Konrad Jarausch, Hamish leads a discussion on the difficulties of defining fascism and identifying its historical causes. In the second half of the episode, we talk about the...
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Podcast Update: New Episode Types!
With the increased help of the Parr Center, Chapel Phil is excited to announce two new types of episodes: The first series is titled Arete, (Air-ih-tay) which is Greek for virtue. These episodes will highlight students on campus that demonstrate a particularly noteworthy trait. Nominations will...
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Rationality Politics
In this episode, Hamish and Max Forster, a guest parr center fellow, recorded a special episode with one of our favorite Assistant Philosophy professors at UNC, Dr. Alex Worsnip. The discussion centered on Dr. Worsnip’s research about how people can maintain irrational mental states. In the…
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Opioids and Poetry: Feat. William Brewer
This episode is a deep dive into the inspiration behind a masterful collection of poems. William Brewer has been touched personally and has taken up a mantle to write for all who have been harmed by the opioid epidemic. Specifically regarding West Virginia, Brewer brings a pointed critique of how...
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Behind the Pod: Kant's Dinner Parties and Senses
This is a short outtake from a tangent, which was edited out of our last episode with Geoff Sayre-McCord. Learn who Sina's favorite philosopher is, what he thought about dinner parties, and which sense is the most worthless! This is an exciting, short bit that we are happy to share.
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The PPE Program -- with Geoff Sayre-McCord
What is the PPE program? Coming on to talk about the second most popular minor at UNC is the director of the program, Morehead-Cain Distinguished Professor Geoff Sayre-McCord. We discuss Geoff's experiences as the executive director, how he has seen students grow, and what some of his best...
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Do Human Rights Work? Featuring Dr. Hiroaki Matsuura
In this episode, Sina and Hamish speak with Dr. Hiroaki Matsuura on the efficacy of human rights. Join our conversation on human rights, health, and public policy! Link to published works
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We are UNC's student-run philosophy podcast! Sponsored by the Parr Center for Ethics and the Philosophy Department, we bring UNC students' and professors' ideas to life.
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