In this Episode, Nicole Smith delves into the complex and often uncomfortable topic of how societies throughout history have justified the enslavement, exploitation, and dehumanization of people based on arbitrary standards. Nicole challenges listeners to confront the hard truths about human dignity and the persistent systems of oppression that continue to exist today.

Key points

• Nicole explores how various cultures have historically justified treating certain groups as "less than" or subhuman.
• Nicole discussed the etymology of the word "slave," originating from the Slavic peoples
• Nicole explains the implications of understanding historical vulnerability and exploitation.
• Nicole introduces the concept of "dignity measurement" and how societies construct hierarchies of human worth.
• Nicole tells the criteria used to justify oppression, including race, gender, religion, social status, and perceived utility.
• Nicole explains why humans feel morally obligated to protect the weak and fight for justice.
• Nicole explains the comparison between human moral accountability and the instinct-driven behavior of animals
• Nicole highlighted the unique capacity of humans to conceive dignity, justice, and compassion.
• Nicole argues that human dignity is intrinsic and not something that can be measured or granted by society.
• Nicole's discussion on the implications of recognizing human life as sacred and the moral responsibilities that come with it.

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