The UNESCO Courier

Peter Singer on ethical eating

18min | 05/05/2025

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Animals raised on factory farms often live in deplorable conditions. Knowing this doesn't stop us from eating meat. Why are we so indifferent to their suffering? Australian philosopher Peter Singer, one of the most influential intellectuals of his generation, has been addressing this blind spot in ethical thinking for more than fifty years. He has authored dozens of books, including Animal Liberation – a classic that continues to be a reference in the field of animal rights.
In this UNESCO Courier podcast episode, he talks about the living conditions of animals in intensive farming and sheds light on solutions. We also delve into the persistent issue of global hunger and uncover the core question that drives the philosopher's work.
An episode by Anuliina Savolainen, produced by Emmanuel Rudowski, with the voice of François Wibaux.
A written version of his interview features in The UNESCO Courier’s Spring 2025 issue, which explores food from a cultural, environmental, philosophical, and technological perspective.

© Photo Joel Travis Sage

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About The UNESCO Courier

Since 1948, The UNESCO Courier has followed its initial mission: to be a window onto the world. Beyond the slogan, this multilingual magazine constantly seeks out different viewpoints and approaches on global issues, giving voice to scientists, artists, writers, and thinkers from all over the globe. Le Corbusier, Isamu Noguchi, Chucho Valdès, Joan Miró, Kailash Satyarthi, Denis Mukwege and Yuval Noah Harari are some of the many leading personalities who have appeared in The Courier – the only international magazine to cross the iron curtain during the Cold War. Topics are never treated in isolation, but through a multiplicity of perspectives from all regions of the world.

In this podcast series we explore in depth a variety of global issues that matter today and tomorrow. Drawing on sound archives, magazine articles, and exclusive interviews, we tell the story of a constantly changing world. From culture to education, science and much more, this podcast will be your window onto the world.

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About The UNESCO Courier

Since 1948, The UNESCO Courier has followed its initial mission: to be a window onto the world. Beyond the slogan, this multilingual magazine constantly seeks out different viewpoints and approaches on global issues, giving voice to scientists, artists, writers, and thinkers from all over the globe. Le Corbusier, Isamu Noguchi, Chucho Valdès, Joan Miró, Kailash Satyarthi, Denis Mukwege and Yuval Noah Harari are some of the many leading personalities who have appeared in The Courier – the only international magazine to cross the iron curtain during the Cold War. Topics are never treated in isolation, but through a multiplicity of perspectives from all regions of the world.

In this podcast series we explore in depth a variety of global issues that matter today and tomorrow. Drawing on sound archives, magazine articles, and exclusive interviews, we tell the story of a constantly changing world. From culture to education, science and much more, this podcast will be your window onto the world.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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Animals raised on factory farms often live in deplorable conditions. Knowing this doesn't stop us from eating meat. Why are we so indifferent to their suffering? Australian philosopher Peter Singer, one of the most influential intellectuals of his generation, has been addressing this blind spot in ethical thinking for more than fifty years. He has authored dozens of books, including Animal Liberation – a classic that continues to be a reference in the field of animal rights.
In this UNESCO Courier podcast episode, he talks about the living conditions of animals in intensive farming and sheds light on solutions. We also delve into the persistent issue of global hunger and uncover the core question that drives the philosopher's work.
An episode by Anuliina Savolainen, produced by Emmanuel Rudowski, with the voice of François Wibaux.
A written version of his interview features in The UNESCO Courier’s Spring 2025 issue, which explores food from a cultural, environmental, philosophical, and technological perspective.

© Photo Joel Travis Sage

https://courier.unesco.org/en

https://courier.unesco.org/en/subscribe

Peter Singer, AC Website: petersinger.info AI Persona: petersinger.ai Lives Well Lived Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Spotify

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About The UNESCO Courier

Since 1948, The UNESCO Courier has followed its initial mission: to be a window onto the world. Beyond the slogan, this multilingual magazine constantly seeks out different viewpoints and approaches on global issues, giving voice to scientists, artists, writers, and thinkers from all over the globe. Le Corbusier, Isamu Noguchi, Chucho Valdès, Joan Miró, Kailash Satyarthi, Denis Mukwege and Yuval Noah Harari are some of the many leading personalities who have appeared in The Courier – the only international magazine to cross the iron curtain during the Cold War. Topics are never treated in isolation, but through a multiplicity of perspectives from all regions of the world.

In this podcast series we explore in depth a variety of global issues that matter today and tomorrow. Drawing on sound archives, magazine articles, and exclusive interviews, we tell the story of a constantly changing world. From culture to education, science and much more, this podcast will be your window onto the world.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About The UNESCO Courier

Since 1948, The UNESCO Courier has followed its initial mission: to be a window onto the world. Beyond the slogan, this multilingual magazine constantly seeks out different viewpoints and approaches on global issues, giving voice to scientists, artists, writers, and thinkers from all over the globe. Le Corbusier, Isamu Noguchi, Chucho Valdès, Joan Miró, Kailash Satyarthi, Denis Mukwege and Yuval Noah Harari are some of the many leading personalities who have appeared in The Courier – the only international magazine to cross the iron curtain during the Cold War. Topics are never treated in isolation, but through a multiplicity of perspectives from all regions of the world.

In this podcast series we explore in depth a variety of global issues that matter today and tomorrow. Drawing on sound archives, magazine articles, and exclusive interviews, we tell the story of a constantly changing world. From culture to education, science and much more, this podcast will be your window onto the world.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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