The Ethics of Transhumanism

Transhumanism promises a better humanity—or perhaps something no longer human at all. Join us as we explore the moral dilemmas and future paths of human augmentation.

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The Ethics of Transhumanism
July 17, 2025; Episode 740
Written, Produced & Narrated by: Isaac Arthur
Editor: Donagh Broderick
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Music Courtesy of Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creator
Stellardrone, "Red Giant", "Billions and Billions"
Taras Harkavyi, "Alpha and..."
Chapters
0:00 Intro
1:36 The Promise and Peril of Transhumanism
3:56 Origins of Transhumanism
9:07 Subjective vs. Objective Improvements – Where Do We Draw the Line?
10:58 Nature and Morality – Three Views of Natural Law
13:03 The Road Ahead – What Does It Mean to Be Human?
14:35 The Moral Case for Transhumanism
18:01 The Risks & Dangers of Transhumanism
27:07 Navigating the Ethical Landscape - How Do We Proceed?
32:47 The Transhuman Future: Utopia, Dystopia, or Something Else?
33:57 Final Reflections: What Does It Mean to Be Human?