#116: Jeremy Bentham & Utilitarianism

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He was the creator of utilitarianism, a philosophical framework
for how societies should be structured, based on the greatest
happiness for the greatest number of people.


Learn about the fascinating life of this interesting character,
how this theory impacted the law, and how he was true to his
beliefs even in death.


Bentham's early life as a child prodigy

Enlightenment principles

Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation

Measuring pleasure vs. pain

The six different measurements of pleasure and pain

Rejecting existing laws

The Panopticon and treatment of criminals

Why should someone be killed for stealing?

Problems with utilitarianism

Defining the true meaning of happiness

Applying utilitarianism to economics, sexuality and animal
rights

Bentham's wishes for his body when he died

The theft of Jeremy Bentham's head




Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary
available on the website:
https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/jeremy-bentham


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