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Ep. 349: Rorty's Pluralistic Pragmatism (Part One)

The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast

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Rorty's Relativism and Collective Discourse

This chapter analyzes Richard Rorty's philosophical views on authority, truth, and epistemology, emphasizing his relativistic stance on reality and belief formation. The speakers engage in a critical dialogue about the implications of Rorty's ideas on discursive authority and collective moral responsibility, contrasting them with traditional notions of objective truth. They explore the interplay between individual beliefs, community norms, and their effects on social interactions and ethical frameworks.

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