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Daniel Dennett, preeminent philosopher and cognitive scientist, reflects on his career and discusses the role of luck in success. He explores the challenges of writing for different audiences and the concept of responsibility. They also discuss free will and determinism, consciousness, beliefs, and desires. Evolutionary explanations for traits like intelligence and humor are explored, along with the role of sexual selection.
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- Dan Dennett reflects on his career and lifelong scientific fascinations beyond the university, including sculpture, music, farming, and family.
- Luck can play a role in achieving success, but it is not the only factor; learning from mistakes and taking advantage of opportunities are crucial.
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The podcast event in Santa Barbara and the street epistemology of Pete Bogosian
The podcast episode discusses an upcoming event in Santa Barbara where there will be open houses, food, drinks, and various events. One of the featured guests is Pete Bogosian, who has developed a process called street epistemology. He engages in conversations with people in different locations, bringing up controversial topics and asking them what it would take to change their minds. He will be conducting this process on stage, interacting with the audience and exploring their beliefs and convictions.
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