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Ben Goldhaber
Writer and commentator; author of the essay “Unexpected Things That Are People,” cross-posted to LessWrong and Lincoln Text, which is narrated in this episode.
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Nov 9, 2025
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“Unexpected Things that are People” by Ben Goldhaber
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Join writer and commentator Ben Goldhaber as he explores the intriguing concept of legal personhood for non-human entities. He delves into why ships are treated as defendants in maritime law, allowing them to be seized when owners are absent. Goldhaber also discusses the revolutionary Whanganui River Act in New Zealand, granting legal status to a river, and the complex legal battles surrounding Hindu deities' rights as juristic persons, including the landmark Ayodhya case. Prepare for a fascinating dive into the quirky world of legal personhood!
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