The discussion kicks off with an exploration of the nature of intuition, examining if it's gut feeling or just past experience. The hosts challenge the reliability of intuition in philosophy, highlighting its connection to biases. They tackle the societal influences on gut feelings and the concept of 'women's intuition' as developed understanding. Philosophical insights from thinkers like Nishida and Husserl enrich the conversation, especially regarding the boundaries of intuition in science. Ultimately, listeners are encouraged to reflect on when to trust their instincts.
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Energies
Ellie Anderson recounts watching "The Traitors" where a contestant claimed to "read energies".
The contestant incorrectly guessed who the traitor was, highlighting Ellie's skepticism towards such claims.
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Always Trust Your Gut
Trust your intuition; it's always right, according to a TikToker.
Even if seemingly wrong, it leads to necessary lessons, suggesting a benevolent universe.
insights INSIGHT
Embodied Intelligence
David Peña-Guzman acknowledges the value of gut feelings in recognizing embodied intelligence.
This bodily knowledge should be integrated into our understanding of intelligence, going beyond purely cognitive forms.
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Gaston Bachelard's "The Philosophy of No" is a profound exploration of the philosophical implications of negation in scientific thought. Bachelard argues that scientific progress often involves rejecting established ideas and embracing new, counterintuitive concepts. He emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and the willingness to challenge existing assumptions. The book delves into the epistemological implications of scientific revolutions, highlighting the role of negation in shaping our understanding of the world. Bachelard's work challenges the notion of a continuous, linear progression of scientific knowledge.
Rational Materialism
Rational Materialism
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Gaston BACHELARD
Gaston Bachelard's "Rational Materialism" delves into the philosophy of science, challenging the role of intuition in scientific understanding. Bachelard argues that scientific progress often transcends the limits of human intuition, requiring a shift from intuitive understanding to a more rigorous, experimental approach. He emphasizes the importance of scientific instruments and techniques in shaping our knowledge of the world. The book critiques phenomenology's reliance on intuition, proposing a "phenomenotechnique" that prioritizes experimental manipulation over intuitive grasp. Bachelard's work highlights the epistemological break between everyday experience and scientific knowledge.
A System of Logic
John Stuart Mill
Published in 1843, 'A System of Logic' is John Stuart Mill's comprehensive work on logic and scientific methodology. The book is divided into six main sections, covering topics such as the nature of names and propositions, inference and reasoning, induction, subsidiary operations to induction, fallacies, and the logic of the moral sciences. Mill's work is notable for its rigorous explanation of inductive reasoning and its integration of empiricism within a broader theory of human knowledge. The book had a significant impact on the development of modern logic and the empirical sciences, and it remains essential reading for understanding Mill's philosophical thought and its influence on subsequent intellectual traditions.
Critique of pure reason
Immanuel Kant
Immanuel Kant's "Critique of Pure Reason" is a monumental work in philosophy that revolutionized epistemology and metaphysics. It explores the limits of human reason and the conditions under which knowledge is possible. Kant argues that our experience is shaped by inherent structures of the mind, known as categories of understanding. The book delves into the nature of space, time, and causality, and how these concepts structure our perception of the world. Its influence on subsequent philosophical thought is immeasurable, shaping debates on knowledge, morality, and the nature of reality.
Our intuitions are never wrong… right? In episode 124 of Overthink, Ellie and David wonder what intuition actually is. Is it a gut feeling, a rational insight, or just a generalization from past experience? They talk about the role intuition has played in early modern philosophy (in the works of Descartes, Hume, and Mill), in phenomenology (in the philosophies of Husserl and Nishida), and in the philosophy of science (in the writings of Bachelard). They also call into question the use of intuitions in contemporary analytic philosophy while also highlighting analytic critiques of the use of intuition in philosophical discourse. So, the question is: Can we trust our intuitions or not? Are they reliable sources of knowledge, or do they just reveal our implicit biases and cultural stereotypes? Plus, in the bonus, they dive into the limits of intuition. They take a look at John Stuart Mill’s rebellion against intuition, the ableism involved in many analytic intuitions, and Foucault’s concept of historical epistemes.
Works Discussed:
Maria Rosa Antognazza and Marco Segala, “Intuition in the history of philosophy (what’s in it for philosophers today?)” Gaston Bachelard, Rational Materialism Gaston Bachelard, The Philosophy of No Gaston Bachelard, The Rationalist Compromise Immanuel Kant, The Critique of Pure Reason John Stuart Mill, A System of Logic Moti Mizrahi, “Your Appeals to Intuition Have No Power Here!” Nishida Kitaro, Intuition and Reflection in Self-Consciousness
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