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37. Michael Huemer - Understanding Knowledge

Jul 31, 2023

Philosopher Michael Huemer discusses puzzles and insights in the study of knowledge, exploring epistemology, foundationalism vs. coherentism, the problem of induction, realism in perception philosophy, and upcoming projects in a trilogy of intro books.

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Exploring Epistemology and Knowledge Claims

02:13 • 10min

Foundationalism, Coherentism, & Foundherentism: Exploring Belief Systems

11:43 • 13min

Exploring the Problem of Induction and Inductive Reasoning

Philosophical Problem of Induction and Proportional Syllogism

28:29 • 13min

Direct vs Indirect Realism in Perception Philosophy

Exploring Indirect Realism and Unconscious Inference

50:08 • 16min

Upcoming Projects and Skepticism Debate

01:06:01 • 3min