Episode 126: Saul Kripke on Possibilities, Language & Science
The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast
00:00
Identity, Causal Theory, and Definite Descriptions
Exploring the complexities of identity and reference, this chapter delves into the causal theory of reference, identity over time, and the distinction between sense and reference as put forth by Frege and Russell, shedding light on how statements of identity can be profound despite appearing trivial under simpler name theories.
Transcript
Play full episode
