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Peter Singer on Effective Altruism

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Peter Singer on Effective Altruism Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly

Premiered December 11, 2015
Peter Singer on Effective Altruism

This Princeton ethicist says living a fully ethical life means doing the most good we can.

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Menorahs and boat parades "spread the miracle" of Hanukkah to residents of San Antonio.
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Hanukkah on the River

This Princeton ethicist says living a fully ethical life means doing the most good we can.
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Peter Singer on Effective Altruism

He talks about the importance of celebrating the Jewish festival of lights publicly.
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Rabbi Chaim Block on Hanukkah

Many religious leaders and communities of faith are repudiating anti-Muslim rhetoric.
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Religious Responses to Call for US Muslim Ban

Watch more of our conversation with Father Tom Reese and Dalia Mogahed.
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US Muslim Ban Extended Conversation

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Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly

This acclaimed one-of-a-kind TV show examines religion's role and the ethical dimensions behind top news headlines. Hosted by veteran journalist Bob Abernethy.

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