What The Fuck Do We Know

US Elections

wtf happened and wtf is going to happen in the US.

Bothsidesism - Does Everyone Deserve a Platform?

In this episode, we discussed the appoaches to arguying with people who have completely opposite views. Some people think that the best practice of news media is to provide both sides a story. However, are there some opinions that are too extreme to be platformed?

Conspiracy Theories

In this episode, we discuss conspiracy theories and how people get drawn into them. We explore their origins, their growing popularity, and the increase in mistrust of the government.

Is Government Paternalism Justified?

In this episode, we discuss paternalism and what it involves. We talk about how comfortable we are with the government and other authorities making decisions for the general population. As usual, we also have a little argument.

Pity!

In this episode, we discuss the concept of pity and how it is manifested in human interaction. We explore the distinctions between pity, sympathy, empathy, and compassion, and examine the motivations behind helping others.

Free Will, Luck, and Moral Responsibility

In this episode, we discuss the concept of free will and whether humans possess it. We explore the extent to which luck influences our decisions, and whether we can be held accountable for actions resulting from random chance. Additionally, we consider the best approach to assigning moral judgment in light of the potential absence of free will.

Venting and Ranting

In this episode, we will be discussing things that have been bothering us lately. From people's behavior to movies and politics, we will only be expressing our displeasure and negativity. If you are looking for something positive and uplifting, this episode may not be for you.

Responsible Spending

In this episode, we discuss responsible spending, effective altruism, and how to analyze one's charitable capacity. We also explore the concept of demonstrative altruism on social media. Lastly, we discuss whether wealthy individuals have a moral obligation to give back to their society.

Capitalism and Corporate Social Responsibility

In this episode, we start by questioning the viability of socialism as an economic system. We then pivot to capitalism, examining its role in improving our quality of life and whether it continues to do so. Despite its benefits, we also address the critical issue of wealth disparity that capitalism often exacerbates. We then delve into a comparison of our current quality of life with that of the past, questioning the fairness of such comparisons. As we explore potential solutions to decrease inequality, we consider the role of private businesses in stepping up their corporate social responsibility. We also discuss what role governments should play in ensuring corporate social responsibility and economic equality.

Nationalism

In this episode, we discuss our concerns about the rise of nationalism, particularly in Ukraine as a result of the ongoing war. During our discussion, we cover the relevance, benefits, and possible consequences of nationalism. In addition, we also touch on the phenomenon of "white nationalism" as it is gaining traction in the US. We want to make it clear that the views we express during this episode are our own and not necessarily generally accepted opinions.