
Ep 226: Realism and the purposes of philosophy.
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Exploring Instrumentalism and Philosophy in Science
This chapter examines the relationship between instrumentalism and the deeper understanding of scientific knowledge, highlighting the importance of explanation over mere predictive capabilities. It reflects on the speaker's academic journey, encounters with philosophical texts, and the role of error correction in knowledge creation. The discussion further investigates the implications of different philosophical perspectives on knowledge, culture, and the origin of the universe.
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