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Lives Well Lived is hosted by Peter Singer & Kasia de Lazari Radek. Episodes consist of interviews with remarkable guests who have lived well, both in the sense of living an ethical life, but also in that they are fulfilled and happy with what they have achieved in their lives. Some of these guests will be well-known figures, but others who are doing extraordinary things will be unfamiliar to almo... more

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Ingrid Newkirk is an author, activist, and president of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), the world's largest animal rights organisation. Ingrid discusses PETA's achievements, and the compromises she has had to make in order to redu... more

Daniel Kahneman was an Israeli-American psychologist, awarded the 2002 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences, and his work revolutionised our understanding of human decision-making.

This is Kahneman's last public interview before his death on M... more

A.J. Jacobs is an author, humourist and journalist, who has written four New York Times bestsellers. Jacobs discusses his unique life as a 'human guinea pig,' exploring different ways of living through immersive year-long experiments such as living a... more

Marion Nestle is a leading American nutritionist, academic, and public health advocate who became a public figure at 66 with her book 'Food Politics'. Nestle is best known for exposing how food industry politics, and lobbying shape what people eat, a... more

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Recent Guests

Marion Nestle
Founder of the first food studies program in the United States, public health advocate and author
New York University
Episode: MARION NESTLE: the politics of food
Paul Simon
Legendary musician known for his hits with Simon and Garfunkel and solo work
Episode: PAUL SIMON: beyond the sound of silence
Tim Minchin
An Australian comedian, songwriter, and intellectual known for his thought-provoking music and performances.
Episode: TIM MINCHIN: moral melodies
Shermin Kruse
Author of 'Stoic Empathy'
Episode: SHERMIN KRUSE: the art of stoic empathy
Vanessa Woods
Scientist and professor at Duke University, author of Bonobo Handshake
Duke University
Episode: BRIAN HARE & VANESSA WOODS: the evolution of friendliness
Brian Hare
Scientist and professor at Duke University, co-author of Survival of the Friendliest
Duke University
Episode: BRIAN HARE & VANESSA WOODS: the evolution of friendliness
Stephen West
Creator of the podcast Philosophize This!
Philosophize This!
Episode: STEPHEN WEST: transformation through philosophy
Mercedes Korngut
Teenager and co-creator of Small Bits of Happiness
Small Bits of Happiness
Episode: MERCEDES & ANASTASIA KORNGUT: small bits of happiness
Anastasia Korngut
Teenager and co-creator of Small Bits of Happiness
Small Bits of Happiness
Episode: MERCEDES & ANASTASIA KORNGUT: small bits of happiness

Hosts

Peter Singer
Host, philosopher known for his work on ethics and effective altruism.
Kasia de Lazari Radek
Co-host with expertise in philosophy and ethics, facilitating deep conversations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 238 ratings
  • Brilliant

    This is a wonderful podcast. It is always a good listen and has two such well informed presenters. The discussions with guests do always suggest how lives can be led well by each one of us. Thank you Kasia and Peter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PineGroveCharlie
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Good content but…

    Still challenging to understand dialect, highly distracting.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RaFa my dogs name
    United States4 months ago
  • Fantastic

    I didn’t think I could do with another interview podcast. But this has gone straight into my favourites. Working my way through all the episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fabien_L
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Thought provoking

    Interesting guests. BUT…Kasia De Lazari Radek is difficult to understand and distracts from the content. May I suggest a dialect coach to improve her pronunciation and articulation to make her more understandable.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    RaFa my dogs name
    United States9 months ago
  • Encyclopaedic

    I’ve been a fan of both of these hosts’ research and insights while I was working on my phd (nursing). This podcast, since I’ve finished my research into assisted dying, sustains and expands my engagement with the problems I encountered during my research .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mikew108
    Australia9 months ago

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Overall, the podcast is praised for featuring intriguing guests and offering insightful conversations that resonate with personal growth and ethical living.
Listeners appreciate the depth and variety of topics covered, particularly finding the discussions thought-provoking and empowering.
There are criticisms regarding the clarity of speech from one of the hosts, which sometimes distracts from the content.

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MARION NESTLE: the politics of food
Q: What is the most important misconception about healthy eating?
Nestle asserts that the misconception is that what you eat matters more than how much you eat; calories are the fundamental issue, with overweight being the single largest nutritional problem in the US.
MARION NESTLE: the politics of food
Q: Do we need animal-based protein in order to flourish?
Nestle believes we do not need animal-based protein and suggests nutrients required can be obtained from other sources such as dairy and plant-based foods.
MARION NESTLE: the politics of food
Q: Is there a tension between the criticism of processed foods and the idea that we ought to be eating less meat?
Nestle asserts that eating less meat is a strong recommendation for people in industrialized countries, positioning plant-based eating as viable and emphasizing that there's no nutritional necessity to eat meat.
MARION NESTLE: the politics of food
Q: What is artificial food?
Nestle defines it as artificial sweeteners and industrially produced foods that are designed to be irresistibly delicious, primarily for profit, rather than public health.
MARION NESTLE: the politics of food
Q: Do you think that taking your own advice about what to eat has contributed to your long and productive life?
Nestle acknowledges the role of luck and claims she has had reasonably healthy personal habits, following her dietary advice, which is simple: 'eat food not too much, mostly plants.'

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lives Well Lived

What is Lives Well Lived about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Offering insightful discussions with a variety of guests, this show focuses on what it means to live well, exploring the intersection of ethics, personal fulfillment, and societal impact. Episodes cover a range of topics including happiness, moral philosophy, and effective altruism, featuring individuals who have made significant contributions to their fields or communities. The hosts engage with both prominent figures and lesser-known contributors, aiming to inspire listeners to reflect on their own lives and consider how they can foster positive change in the world.

Unique for its blend of philosophical inquiry and practical advice, the content seeks to provide viewers with tangible insights into ethical decision-making and the cultivati... more

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Recent guests on Lives Well Lived include:

1. Marion Nestle
2. Paul Simon
3. Tim Minchin
4. Shermin Kruse
5. Vanessa Woods
6. Brian Hare
7. Stephen West
8. Mercedes Korngut

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