
Is the Future Open with Dr. Patrick Todd
Majesty of Reason Philosophy Podcast
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Exploring Future Contingents and Grounding
This chapter examines the philosophical intricacies of negation, quantification, and future contingents, using relatable examples like breakfast tomorrow to illustrate deeper concepts. The discussion intersects with skepticism, epistemic possibilities, and the foundations of rational credences as it analyzes the implications of assigning probabilities to future events. It culminates in an exploration of counterfactuals and their interplay with free will, emphasizing the need for grounding in philosophical arguments.
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