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Very Bad Wizards

Episode 267: The Thickness of Reality

Aug 22, 2023
01:12:52
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In this podcast, the hosts discuss topics like conspiracy theories and unethical practices, the generosity of individuals in high stakes, the value of therapy during life transitions, and the critique of abstraction and concepts in daily life. They also explore the relationship between William James and Henri Bergson, and share their experience with Rocket Money, a personal finance app.
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Quick takeaways

  • Concepts can distort our understanding of reality and devalue certain aspects of experience.
  • Raw, unverbalized life and pure perception are essential for grasping the full truth of our experiences.

Deep dives

Critique of Conceptual Analysis

James argues that concepts can distort our understanding of reality and devalue certain aspects of experience. He criticizes the reliance on abstract systems and highlights the need for a more fluid and flexible approach.

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