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#149 – Diana Walsh Pasulka: Aliens, Technology, Religion, and the Nature of Belief

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Belief and Reality: A Philosophical Exploration

This chapter examines the complex interplay between belief and objective reality, referencing Immanuel Kant’s philosophical ideas on perception. It highlights how historical and contemporary beliefs shape societal norms and individual experiences, including discussions on religious concepts like limbo. Through concrete examples, the speakers illustrate the profound implications of beliefs on emotional and psychological well-being throughout history.

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