Ep. 352: Thomas Reid on Smelling and Knowledge (Part One)
The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast
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Perception and Causality: The Nature of Smell
This chapter examines how humans perceive patterns in the world, particularly focusing on the sensory experience of smell. It discusses the relationship between perception and reality, challenging the assumptions we make about causality and the dangers of hasty generalizations leading to superstitions. The speakers explore the philosophical implications of memory and olfaction, emphasizing the distinction between subjective experience and objective understanding of scents.
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