What will the future look like after Corona? How can we integrate public values into anticipatory scenarios? Can and should we nudge people to stick to Corona measures or get vaccinated?

In this episode, Yashar Saghai talks about an interesting research project where people are asked to imagine the future after Corona. He also considers moral dilemmas connected to Corona, values and public deliberation about future crises, and governmental emergency preparedness. Philosophy’s role in times of crisis is also addressed.

Yashar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Twente. In his research Yashar focuses on philosophical issues surrounding the anticipation of alternative futures.

This episode is hosted by Bas de Boer from University of Twente. Bas' research focusses on philosophy of science, technology and health.

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