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Books by Paul Bloom mentioned on podcasts
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Against Empathy
Against Empathy by Paul Bloom is a psychology book that argues against relying on empathy as a moral guide, suggesting instead that rational compassion leads to better ethical outcomes.
Discussed“There's an entire book Paul Bloomro called Against Empathy. It's like why you shouldn't have it. He optimizes for something else.”
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The Sweet Spot
The Sweet Spot by Paul Bloom is a psychology book that investigates why human beings voluntarily seek out pain, suffering, and challenging experiences as part of a meaningful life.
Discussed“this comes back to a book uh a psychologist wrote uh he's on my program right now which was that there's a sweet spot uh and and that a little bit of suffering is part of what gives life its meaning.”
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Just Babies
Just Babies by Paul Bloom is an insightful exploration of the moral lives of infants, arguing that human beings possess an innate sense of fairness and empathy from a very early age.
Discussed“is this psychologist Paul Bloom like even babies he has a wrote this book called just babies like justice”
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How Pleasure Works
How Pleasure Works by Paul Bloom is a fascinating exploration of the psychology of pleasure, examining why humans derive enjoyment from specific objects, experiences, art, and activities.
Recommended“how pleasure works all of Professor blooms socials”
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