Ep117 "What does brain science have to do with free speech? (with Greg Lukianoff)" (with Greg Lukianoff)
Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman
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Free Speech and Cognitive Growth
This chapter explores the essential relationship between free speech and brain science, highlighting the need for exposure to diverse ideas. The speaker reflects on the limitations of our internal models of reality and argues for the importance of cognitive flexibility in engaging with opposing viewpoints. Historical examples are used to illustrate how groundbreaking ideas often face resistance, paralleling contemporary discussions on the implications of free speech.
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