In this episode of Functional Philosophy, I answer the following questions:

00:38 - "In recent years, I've heard quite a lot of news about hormonal and surgical treatment given to children with gender dysphoria. While I acknowledge that these are not something that one should be prevented from undergoing as an adult, I can't justify such options being available to a child. To what extent should the state restrict parents from harming their children?"

09:07 - "Under what conditions would you say that harming an animal is a decent thing to do, and why? (in the context of diet)"

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