In this RSA Animate, renowned philosopher Slavoj Zizek investigates the surprising ethical implications of charitable giving.

This was taken from the RSA's free public events programme. The RSA is a 258 year-old charity devoted to creating social progress and spreading world-changing ideas. For more information about our research, RSA Animates, free events programme and 27,000 strong fellowship.

Follow the RSA on Twitter:   / rsaevents  
Like the RSA on Facebook:   / rsaeventsofficial  
Listen to RSA podcasts:   / the_rsa  
See RSA Events behind the scenes:   / rsa_events  

------
Produced and edited by Abi Stephenson. Animation by Cognitive Media.