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Rationally Speaking #94 - Maarten Boudry on Philosophy of Pseudoscience: Reconsidering the Demarcation Problem

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Science vs. Pseudoscience: The Demarcation Dilemma

This chapter investigates the intricate boundary between legitimate science and pseudoscience, emphasizing the importance of criteria like predictability and falsifiability. It also highlights the philosophical implications of supernatural claims and their interaction with scientific inquiry, using examples such as young earth creationism and paranormal phenomena. The discussion underscores that while the distinction between science and philosophy may blur, differentiating science from pseudoscience remains crucial for societal understanding and credibility.

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