Episode 81: Easy to Varyness vs Ad Hocness
The Theory of Anything
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Analyzing Ad Hoc Saves and Falsifiability in Theories
The chapter explores the concept of ad hoc saves and the significance of avoiding them in theories. It delves into Popper's arguments on falsifiability as a criterion to prevent theories from evading refutation. The discussion emphasizes the importance of defining criteria precisely and avoiding ad hoc assumptions in defending theories.
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