Ethically Speaking

Series produced by Dean Ritz

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Weekly exploration of real world ethics

On-going weekly production for Montana Public Radio. Each episode is built around a particular ethical question, listener comments are noted, and then the comments of two ethicists are added.

The show's purpose is to stimulate a greater awareness of ethical theory and its usefulness for individuals seeking to live and promote positive ethical values.

Shows are tied to a particular date for broadcast. This is necessary because we collect anonymous comments on the how's website and incorporate them into the how.

Each new episode will be made available on Wednesday evening. Broadcasts should be scheduled between Thursday and Sunday of each week.

We cease taking comments for the then-current topic on Wednesday, early AM.


70 Pieces

Order by: Newest First | Oldest First
Consent and Coercion (#125)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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If we respect the autonomy of others then coercion must be replaced with consent.

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  • Added: Aug 24, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 1
Carpe Diem (#123)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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What does the future have to do with seizing the day?

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  • Added: Aug 24, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 1
Religion and Ethics (#124)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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How does ethical thought incorporate religious beliefs?

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  • Added: Aug 24, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 1
Non-violent Activism (#122)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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Is war the only answer to liberating people from dictatorship?

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  • Added: Jul 20, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 1
Friendship (#121)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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What are the ethical characteristics of a good friendship?

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  • Added: Jul 20, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 1
Let's Play Doctor (#120)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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Is is really best to be undressed when meeting a doctor for the first time?

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  • Added: Jul 06, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 1
Citizen Celebrations (#119)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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National holidays encourage learning and living up to American ideals.

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  • Added: Jun 29, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 1
Peak Oil (#118)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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With the anticipated peak in oil production just 3 years away, can ethics help us live within limits?

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  • Added: Jun 22, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 1
Graduation (#117)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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The lesson in graduation ceremonies.

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  • Added: Jun 22, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 1
The Gift
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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Is it better to give than to receive?

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  • Added: Jun 08, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 1
Robot Soldiers (#113)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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Replacing human soldiers with robots.

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  • Added: Jun 08, 2005
  • Length: 01:05
  • Purchases: 1
Helpful Clerk (#115)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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Sometimes a sales clerk can be too helpful.

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  • Added: Jun 08, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 1
Speak Up. Get Fired. (#116)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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In most states you lawfully can be fired for your political beliefs.

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  • Added: Jun 08, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 1
Do or do not unto others (es#112)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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What is the ethical difference between two religious adages, "do unto others" and "do not do unto others"?

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  • Added: May 11, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
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A special gift or a limited future? (#111)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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When should a child focus on their special gift?

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  • Added: May 03, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 1
Just who are you on the Internet?
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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On the Internet, no one knows you. So, why not lie about yourself?

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  • Added: Apr 27, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 1
The job of an Ombudsman (#109)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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What's the difference between being an agent versus an advocate?

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  • Added: Apr 16, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 1
[Insert Racist Comment Here] (#108)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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Do we have an ethical obligation to respond to offensive speech? How about, just to listen to it?

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  • Added: Apr 16, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
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Honor and Kill Your Parents (es#107)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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How do the differences between principles and practices influence our perception of right and wrong?

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  • Added: Mar 30, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 1
Virtual Classrooms (ES#106)
From: Dean Ritz
Series: Ethically Speaking
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How is it that by not knowing people in person you end up knowing their person really well?

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  • Added: Mar 22, 2005
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 1

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