Stilted but still engrossing
I can’t believe all the negative reviews of this podcast! It’s true that the podcast has a weird format where it seems the hosts are taking turns reading pre-written answers instead of reacting to what each other is saying. There isn’t even a word of explanation when one of the co-hosts is replaced! But the moral questions posed by listeners are often true conundrums (to me, at least) and it’s fascinating how the three hosts come at the questions from different angles. Having a panel makes it clear just how difficult, messy, and interesting ethics can be. There’s real wisdom here.
takuhi via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/08/15
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I have long enjoyed the NYT Ethicist column, and I now similarly enjoy the weekly podcast. Of course, the discussion can only be as good as the questions asked, and the nature of this is quite variable. I appreciate the personality, life experience, background, and knowledge of the three hosts...Read full review »
SageRad via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/05/15
I will miss it. I don't know who decided to cancel the podcast but if it was based on bad reviews...boo to them! I loved to hear the different opinions. I wish that there were more "advice column" podcasts out there.Read full review »
Libby.Brown via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/17/15
I thoroughly enjoyed the first four episodes, although I'm not so quick as the panelists to forgive those charities who mail nickels and quarters to guilt me into contributing. (Listen to the March 4th "Legally Bland" episode for context.)Read full review »
Graeme McRae via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/15/15
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