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Lives Well Lived

Lives Well Lived

By: Peter Singer & Kasia de Lazari Radek
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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 almost all of our listeners. The conversations will often cover ground that involves ethics, how to live well, and how to make a positive difference in the world. It will inspire and empower its audience to change their own lives for the better.


Executive Producer - Rachel Barrett

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Episodes
  • TIM MINCHIN: moral melodies

    TIM MINCHIN: moral melodies
    Dec 4 2025

    Tim Minchin is an Australian comedian, writer, and musician, known for his satirical wit and deeply philosophical songs that blend existential tenderness with irreverent humour.


    Tim reflects on the personal and cultural significance of his iconic songs, including the creation and activist undertones of 'Come Home, Cardinal Pell,' a protest song aimed at urging Cardinal Pell to return to Australia to face the Royal Commission into Institutional Child Abuse. Minchin also shares his deterministic worldview, and views on happiness and purpose.


    Learn more about Tim and read his books and listen to his music


    This episode is sponsored by GiveWell. You can have your donation matched up to $100 before the end of the year! (or as long as matching funds last) go to givewell.org to donate or find out more. Enter LIVES WELL LIVED at the checkout!


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    Executive Producer: Rachel Barrett


    Thanks to our volunteer researcher Chris van Ryn! And special thanks to Suzi Jamil!

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • SHERMIN KRUSE: the art of stoic empathy

    SHERMIN KRUSE: the art of stoic empathy
    Nov 27 2025

    Shermin Kruse is an Iranian-born lawyer, and author of Stoic Empathy. Shermin's work often draws on her experiences growing up during war, navigating cultural exile, and advocating for women, refugees, and cross-cultural dialogue. Kruse differentiates between cognitive and emotional empathy and discusses their applications in various scenarios, including negotiations and conflict resolution.


    Learn more about Shermin and read her books!


    Keep up to date with Peter on Substack

    Keep up to date with Kasia!


    Executive Producer: Rachel Barrett


    Thanks to our volunteer researcher Chris van Ryn! And special thanks to Suzi Jamil!

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • BRIAN HARE & VANESSA WOODS: the evolution of friendliness

    BRIAN HARE & VANESSA WOODS: the evolution of friendliness
    Nov 20 2025

    Brian Hare and Vanessa Woods are a married scientific duo. Hare is an evolutionary anthropologist and a Duke University professor, known for his research on how dogs evolved to understand humans and what this reveals about cooperation and intelligence. Woods is an author and researcher whose work sits at the intersection of science, empathy, and storytelling, often exploring what animal intelligence reveals about human behaviour, relationships, and society.


    Vanessa and Brian discuss their book 'Survival of the Friendliest,' which posits that friendliness, rather than aggression or intelligence, has been key to human success.


    Learn more about Brian Hare and Vanessa Woods and read their books!


    Keep up to date with Peter on Substack

    Keep up to date with Kasia!


    Executive Producer: Rachel Barrett


    Thanks to our volunteer researcher Chris van Ryn! And special thanks to Suzi Jamil!

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    1 hr and 1 min
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