Philosophers' Cafe: Are Professional Combat Sports Immoral?

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Wednesday, March 21st, 2018
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

The sports of boxing and mixed martial arts draw in millions of viewers and billions in revenue. But does the "intent to harm," which lies at the core of these activities, make them immoral? What can be said in their defense?

Aidan Collier is a graduate student in philosophy at the University of Victoria. He is currently working on a major research project dealing with computer games and philosophy of sport.

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