Virtue Ethics in the Age of AI Slop

Welcome back to Philosophy Programs and Prompts! In this episode, Casey ( @OntologyExplained ) and Carl ( @InternetOfBugs ) dive into AI Virtue Ethics. Instead of debating whether AI is trained ethically or if it will one day become a sentient deity, we focus on the grounded reality of today: How does using generative AI actually shape our character as human beings?

We explore the classic frameworks of normative ethics—deontology, consequentialism, and Aristotle's "Golden Mean"—to evaluate our daily interactions with tech. From the clear benefits of AI accessibility tools and coding "spikes" to the risks of skill atrophy, resume signal collapse, and "AI slop", we break down where AI acts as a genuine superpower versus where it becomes a lazy crutch.

How do we maintain our unique human voice and critical thinking without becoming anti-tech "old men yelling at clouds"? Tune in for a thoughtful, practical discussion on navigating AI without losing your mind—or your virtues.