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#38 Which way forward? Understanding ethics in our time - Part 1/2 (An Inflection Point Episode by Innocence Theory)
Episode 5
Monday, 30 March, 2026
When the world changes quickly, the question of what is right becomes harder to answer.A conversation on responsibility, power, and how people decide what is right when technology and society move quickly.In this episode of Innocence Theory, Professor Chris Brooks (Northeastern University) and his students Zofia, Noah, and Grace (Souhegan High School in Amherst, NH) discuss a very current question - What does it mean to live ethically today, in a world shaped by AI, political polarization, and constant information noise?The conversation treats ethics not as a fixed rulebook, but as a process of thoughtful decision making. The group reflects on how emotions like fear and anger can shut down reasoning, and how culture, education, and personal values shape what people see as responsible behaviour.In the end, the discussion returns to a simple idea that is often forgotten. Ethical societies do not appear on their own. They require education, critical thinking, and citizens who are willing to question their own beliefs while staying engaged with the world around them.This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation. Stay tuned for Part 2, where the discussion goes deeper into power, truth, and the challenges of maintaining ethical societies in a rapidly changing world.What This Episode ExploresHow people begin to question their own beliefs about right and wrong.Why ethical thinking starts with self-awareness and pausing judgment.How upbringing, culture, and education shape moral views.The role of debate and questioning in forming ethical positions.Whether ethics evolves across generations or stays rooted in the same questions.What animal behaviour research suggests about the origins of morality.Why Listen NowWars and geopolitical conflicts are raising new questions about power and responsibility.Trust in governments, media, and institutions is under growing strain.Political and social polarization is weakening shared ethical ground. Technology is moving faster than society’s ability to understand its consequences, including debates over the military use of AI.Useful ResourcesWorld Economic Forum. Global Risks Report 2026: Geopolitical and Economic Risks Rise in a New Age of Competition. https://www.weforum.org/press/2026/01/global-risks-report-2026-geopolitical-and-economic-risks-rise-in-new-age-of-competition/Connect with UsShare your thoughts: listen@innocencetheory.comIf this episode resonates, please share it or leave a review - it truly helps us grow.Guests : Prof. Chris Brooks, Noah Fillion, Grace Clark, and Zofia Rosenfield (Souhegan High School in Amherst, NH)Host: Dinesh Kumar C, Arjun ShrivatsanEditor: Abhinav SureshCover Art: Akshay JoshiDo you like the Innocence Theory Podcast? Tell your friends, support ITP on Patreon, and have your boss sponsor an episode.
