#85 (Reaction) - On Confidence and Evidence: Reacting to Brett Hall and Peter Boghossian (Part 1)
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Confidence in Bayesian Epistemology
This chapter examines the role of confidence within Bayesian epistemology, focusing on its impact on scientific reasoning and evidence evaluation. The speakers argue that while confidence shouldn't dictate formal scientific methodology, it remains a critical psychological factor that influences our understanding of theories. They discuss the tension between subjective feelings of confidence and the objective rigor required for evaluating scientific claims, proposing new approaches to belief formation and expression.
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