(046) Phil Phails @ Philosophy Book Club with Grant Potts - Episode #9: WHAT DO WE OWE FUTURE GENERATIONS?

(46) Phil Phails @ philosophy with Grant PottsPhilosophy Book Club series #9Book: Philosophy's Big Questions: Comparing Buddhist and Western ApproachesQuestion: WHAT DO WE OWE FUTURE GENERATIONS? Compassion and Future Generations: A Buddhist Contribution to an Ethics of Global InterdependenceIn this thought-provoking episode of Phil Phails @ Philosophy Book Club, Phil and Grant dive deep into some of life’s most challenging and timeless questions. From the spiritual idea of tikkun—the work of repairing the broken world—to confronting injustice and compassion in a fractured society, they explore how ancient wisdom and modern struggles intersect. They unpack the complex ethics of accountability, the nature of suffering, and the tension between personal responsibility and systemic failure.Along the way, they reflect on the difficult role of compassion—even for those who may seem undeserving—and the uneasy emotions around societal collapse, violent unrest, and what we owe future generations in a world that often seems to be breaking down.Finally, Phil and Grant look forward, considering how to continue their philosophical journey beyond dense academic texts to include accessible ideas from popular culture and leadership, setting the stage for more engaging, real-world discussions.This episode is a rich blend of philosophy, personal reflection, social critique, and plans for future explorations into meaning and ethics.#PhilPhails #PhilosophyBookClub #TikkunOlam #Compassion #SocialJustice #Ethics #FutureGenerations #PhilosophyAndLife #SystemicInjustice #Accountability #ViolentRevolAbout Grant PottsGrant Potts is a distinguished faculty member at Austin Community College, specializing in Philosophy, Religion, and Humanities. Trained primarily as a scholar of religion, Grant is also a dedicated philosopher and curriculum developer, committed to promoting liberal education through the Great Question Foundation to benefit community college students of all disciplines. Outside the academic sphere, he is a passionate gardener, an enthusiastic hiker and cyclist, and an ardent tabletop roleplaying game enthusiast, delighting in adventures with friends and family in classics like Dungeons and Dragons as well as newer games like Coriolis and Forbidden Lands.About Phillip Jones👨‍👧‍👧 Single dad | 🧠 Neurodivergent & Proud | 🛤️ Path SeekerAfter a lifetime of personal growth—through self-help, therapy, and endless learning—I'm embracing my unique journey. No more chasing 'normal.' Here to celebrate the quirks, the trials, and the joys of being authentically me. 🌟Leaving the software world behind, I'm forging a new trail with "Phil Phails," a show that revels in the messiness of life and learning. Catch my latest adventures and dad moments on Austin Public and YouTube. Let’s redefine success together. #PhilPhails 🎬The Fool's journey is a tapestry of learning, woven with threads of naivety and the vibrant colors of experience. Each step is a dance between innocence and wisdom, a transformation that beckons the curious souls to witness the unfolding of a human in bloom. Embrace this odyssey with open arms, for the path of the unknowing is a canvas for growth, and every traveler a masterpiece in progress.👉 Follow me on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phil_phails/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/philphails/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philphails Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PhilPhails4uReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/philphails/Twitter: https://twitter.com/philphails🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell to get notified about new videos: https://www.youtube.com/@PhilPhails