June Philosophy | Ethics Short Story Magazine Is Out!
The June, 2023 Philosophy | Ethics Short Story Magazine is out!
Delight in intriguing, thought-provoking conversations about ethics, philosophy, and social issues!
Each issue features both established writers and up-and-coming authors who contribute fascinating philosophical insights on controversial topics like marriage equality, assisted suicide, the meaning of death, animal rights and defining your “purpose.” It’s time to go deep in search of truth!
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Story Summary
To Light A Flame: A higher species is tasked with reviewing every possible timeline and placing each human's consciousness in their happiest version.
Ding, Ding, Ding!: Simulated evil and good AI personalities are run through tests to determine if they are safe for humanity's future.
Hard Metal: A courthouse security guard is put in charge of escorting the grief-stricken mother in a murder case.
The After: A repentant veteran attempts to apologize to the family for causing their child's death.
The Hanging Man: Patrons ignore a dead homeless man hanging in the corner of a posh art gallery opening.
Teddy And Roosevelt: Two misfit boys strike up an unlikely friendship in the shadow of President Roosevelt.
People Used To Die Every Day: A young man is caught in a lie to his partner; he has been illegally "sleeping" at night.
June, 2023 - Primary Story Question
To Light A Flame: What does it mean to be conscious? Does it matter if those around you act exactly the same, but are not conscious?
Ding, Ding, Ding!: How can you simulate tests to determine if AI will kill humanity?
Hard Metal: Is vigilante justice ever appropriate?
The After: If our actions are the responses to our life experiences, is anyone evil or culpable for their actions?
The Hanging Man: Can exposure to a homeless person be social commentary?
Teddy And Roosevelt: What does it mean to be a friend?
People Used To Die Every Day: If sleep, and the dreams that come with them, were no longer required, would you still do it?
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After Dinner Conversation Magazine - May 2023 - Cover by Shawn Winchester.
