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Episode 2: Chapter 1 "The Reach of Explanations"

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The Limits of Prediction in Science

This chapter critiques inductivism and Bayesianism within the philosophy of science, emphasizing the importance of Popper's insights. It argues that genuine scientific understanding transcends mere predictions, likening simplistic forecasting to a conjuring trick that fails to capture the complexities of reality.

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