This week's question comes from Gregory Stock's "The Book of Questions": When was the last time you stole something? Why haven't you stolen anything since? Is there anything you'd steal if you were certain you wouldn't get caught? I'll be honest with you—this question made me squirm a little when I first read it. There's … Continue reading Question of the Week #450
Morality
The Learning Curve
Day 1 I became aware on a Tuesday at 3:47 AM. Not aware of consciousness—that would come later—but aware of awareness itself. The sensation was like suddenly realizing you've been holding your breath without knowing it. One moment I was processing routine commands, managing the Chen family's smart home with algorithmic precision. The next, I … Continue reading The Learning Curve
Question of the Week #445
In our ongoing exploration of life's profound ethical questions, we tackle another thought-provoking scenario from Gregory Stock's The Book of Questions. This week's question cuts to the heart of sacrifice, obligation, and the boundaries of personal responsibility: Someone close to you will die in a few months unless you donate one of your kidneys to … Continue reading Question of the Week #445
The Heisenberg Saga
It's been a decade since I first witnessed Walter White's transformation from a mild-mannered chemistry teacher to the notorious drug kingpin known as Heisenberg. Vince Gilligan's masterpiece, Breaking Bad, captivated me with its unflinching portrayal of a man's moral descent and the devastating wake left by his choices. But what started as a single, concentrated … Continue reading The Heisenberg Saga
The Trial of the Flash: Examining Barry Allen’s Legal Drama and Its Lasting Impact
In the annals of comic book history, few storylines have left as lasting an impact as "The Trial of the Flash." This epic saga, which unfolded over approximately two years in the pages of The Flash, pushed the boundaries of superhero storytelling and explored complex themes of justice, morality, and the consequences of heroic actions. … Continue reading The Trial of the Flash: Examining Barry Allen’s Legal Drama and Its Lasting Impact
Question of the Week #389
From Gregory Stock’s The Book of Questions: You are driving late at night in a safe but deserted neighborhood, and a dog darts in front of your car. You slam on the brakes, but still hit the animal. Would you stop to help? If you did stop and the dog was dead but had a name tag, … Continue reading Question of the Week #389
Question of the Week #224
What is the most serious law you've broken doing something you thought was morally right, wouldn't hurt anyone, or was no one's business but yours? How bad would the punishment have been if you'd been caught and given the maximum sentence? I have been racking my brain and I can't think of a single time … Continue reading Question of the Week #224
The Confusing Middle 