The physician and philosopher on pain, ease of suffering, and what it means to end a life.

On this episode of World of Ideas, Bill Moyers talks with the physician-philosopher about the questions science can't answer, including the idea of soul.

The liberal religious leader talks about why even the faithful should cultivate doubts, how to question our virtues, and what we'd learn from an evening with Jerry Falwell.

The renowned ethicist talks about breaking and keeping the public trust.

One of America’s best-known historians talks about how modern politicians differ from those of the American Revolution.

In this episode, Bellah talks to Bill Moyers about the relationship of religion to politics and society.

Harvard professor, author, sociologist and civil rights commentator Anne Wortham on “social determinism” and her fears about Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision.

Just 12 years away from the 21st century, Bill asks a medical ethicists what he thinks is the most pressing ethical issue we have to face as our population ages and great advances in science are underway.

Part two of Bill's conversation with the British filmmaker about popular movies, their power to change society, and moviemakers and their values.

In his 63rd year as a teacher, the professor and historian offers historical context for understanding American society.