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DarkHorse Podcast
#204 In Defense of the Indefensible (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream)
Dec 20, 2023
01:36:15
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Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying, both PhDs in Biology, discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. They dive into the topics of science and faith, failure modes, the limitations of static rules and methods, and the importance of embracing uncertainty in scientific research. They also explore the significance of solstices and equinoxes, the philosophy of science, and the implications of labeling Trump an insurrectionist. The speakers highlight the need for rationality, falsificationism, and open-mindedness in scientific inquiry.
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- Individuals can develop their own strategies for sense-making by maintaining competing hypotheses and accumulating evidence for each independently.
- Science is both an art and a craft, embracing curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving alongside the analytic and methodological components.
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The Mind's Methods of Sense-making
The mind has multiple methods of sense-making, including Bayesian reasoning, scientific falsificationism, and faith-based approaches. Each method has its own strengths and limitations, and none of them provide a foolproof way to navigate a Cartesian crisis where different interpretations and facts can lead to confusion. However, individuals can develop their own strategies for making sense by maintaining competing hypotheses and accumulating evidence for each independently. This meta-method allows for a more comprehensive evaluation of different perspectives and prevents the mind from being stuck in rigid thinking patterns. Ultimately, the key is to recognize the limitations of each method and cultivate a flexible approach to sense-making that incorporates a range of approaches.
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