The Bayesian Conspiracy 63 – Rational Fiction
Jul 4, 2018
Alexander Wales and DayStar Eld discuss rational fiction, exploring topics like rational world building, character rationality, fan fiction, and the creation of a rationalist fiction anthology. They analyze 'The Martian', 'Harry Potter and the Methods of Rationality', and other works, highlighting the importance of logical narratives and realistic character behavior.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Exploring Rational Fiction in Fan Fiction
05:15 • 25min
Exploring Rational Fiction and Character Rationality
30:30 • 24min
Exploring Fictional Worlds: Lessons from Rational Fiction
54:19 • 8min
Exploring the Idea of a Rationalist Fiction Anthology
01:01:56 • 6min
Online Presence, Writing Projects, and Story Analysis
01:08:25 • 2min
Decision Making and Rationality in Facing Threats
01:10:26 • 9min