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Mentioned in 13 episodes
The Demon-Haunted World
Book • 1995
In 'The Demon-Haunted World,' Carl Sagan warns about the dangers of a scientifically illiterate society.
He argues that the rise of pseudoscience and superstition threatens our ability to make informed decisions and undermines the foundations of democracy.
The book advocates for the use of critical and skeptical thinking, presenting a 'baloney detection kit' to help readers distinguish between scientific evidence and pseudoscientific claims.
Sagan discusses various forms of pseudoscience, including UFO sightings, astrology, and faith healing, and emphasizes the importance of science education and literacy in navigating the complexities of the modern world.
He argues that the rise of pseudoscience and superstition threatens our ability to make informed decisions and undermines the foundations of democracy.
The book advocates for the use of critical and skeptical thinking, presenting a 'baloney detection kit' to help readers distinguish between scientific evidence and pseudoscientific claims.
Sagan discusses various forms of pseudoscience, including UFO sightings, astrology, and faith healing, and emphasizes the importance of science education and literacy in navigating the complexities of the modern world.
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Mentioned in 13 episodes
Mentioned by Stephen Dubner, referencing Sagan's concerns about the decline of critical thinking in America.
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The Vanishing Mr. Feynman
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David McRaney , quoting an excerpt that discusses critical thinking and the dangers of losing the ability to question authority.
David McRaney , quoting an excerpt that discusses critical thinking and the dangers of losing the ability to question authority.
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308 - Magical Thinking - Matt Tompkins
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Ann Druyan as a warning of what happens in a society based on science and high technology, from which most are excluded.
Ann Druyan as a warning of what happens in a society based on science and high technology, from which most are excluded.
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Nuclear Winter with Ann Druyan and Brian Toon
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Brian Keating as Sagan's last book, focusing on critical thinking and skepticism in a world full of misinformation.
Brian Keating as Sagan's last book, focusing on critical thinking and skepticism in a world full of misinformation.
The Scientists Ep. 4: Carl Sagan's Five Principles
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Jesse Michels in the context of UFO disclosure and Sagan's potential belief in the phenomenon.
Jesse Michels in the context of UFO disclosure and Sagan's potential belief in the phenomenon.
CIA Contractor: "Obama Received An Alien Prophecy" (ft. Bob McGwire)
Empfohlen von Gregor Honsel und Jenny Lippis als Klassiker der Wissenschaftskommunikation, der ein leidenschaftliches Plädoyer für wissenschaftliches Denken darstellt.
Weekly #98: Batterien zerlegt, KI für wissenschaftliche Paper, Carl Sagan-Klassiker
Mentioned by Jamie Curcio in relation to his book "The Demon-Haunted World", discussing the importance of critical thinking and skepticism.
🐦⬛🐙🖤 230 - Jamie Curcio on Living in Mythpunk, Eldritch Complexity, and Finding The Bright Side of Dark Ages
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Michael Shermer in the introduction, highlighting Carl Sagan's influence on his work and the Skeptic Society.
Michael Shermer in the introduction, highlighting Carl Sagan's influence on his work and the Skeptic Society.
Half a Thousand Episodes: Still Chasing Truth
Mentioned by Michael Shermer to illustrate the concept of untestable hypotheses using the analogy of an invisible dragon.
Michael Shermer to illustrate the concept of untestable hypotheses using the analogy of an invisible dragon. AMA-4. Dr. Michael Shermer — The Problem of Evil
Mentioned by James Emery White when describing naturalism as the ultimate arbiter of truth and reality.
CCP155: On the Science of Faith
Mentioned by Seth Andrews as a seminal figure in science communication, whose work continues to inspire.
The Science of Sagan
Recommended by a listener as relevant to current events, noting it offers solace from past dark periods.
TWiV 1223: Someone is guano be sick
Mentioned by Connor as a book exploring pseudoscience and the scientific method.
Jim Al-Khalili on The World According to Physics
