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#102 David Deutsch - You're Not Smarter Than a Caveman

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The Fluidity of Knowledge

This chapter explores the philosophical complexities of defining knowledge, distinguishing between justified beliefs and evolving truths. The speakers discuss the limitations of current definitions of knowledge, the interplay between certainty, belief, and the challenges faced in educational contexts. Emphasizing the importance of context, they illustrate how our understanding of concepts can shift and lead to misinterpretations, especially within mathematics.

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