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Ep 71: David Deutsch explains "explanations" further. (A "question for David" 2)

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The Beginning of Infinity - A New Approach to Science

Naval: Science isn't just about testable theories. Why isn't testable theories enough? There was a lot about explanations even in my first book. I'm convinced and most people who hear about it become convinced over time. But you should not test it. No one should, no one will. You can reject it on the basis it is explanationless. Eat the one kilogram of grass and your common cold will be cured. For more on that, read the book or listen to my podcast with Naval that you can find here.

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