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Half a Thousand Episodes: Still Chasing Truth

The Michael Shermer Show

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The Evolution and Application of Skepticism in Science

This chapter examines the historical development of skepticism, tracing its origins back to ancient Greek philosophy. It highlights the distinction between traditional skepticism and modern scientific skepticism, focusing on the role of human cognition and data in our search for truth.

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