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#164 — Cause & Effect

Making Sense with Sam Harris

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Exploring Causation, Correlation, and the Nature of Possibility

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between causation and correlation within statistical arguments, particularly in relation to free will. It examines genetic cravings, counterfactuals, and the philosophical implications of possibility, questioning the authenticity of our perceptions of choice.

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