

Steve Patterson: Philosophy Outside of Academia
Aug 15, 2024
Steve Patterson, an author and freelance philosopher, sheds light on the pitfalls of traditional academia. He argues we are in a 'Dark Age' of philosophy, citing foundational errors in mainstream thought. The discussion touches on the flaws in academic prestige, the inadequacies in reading instruction methods, and the importance of empirical evidence over theoretical frameworks. Patterson also promotes Independent Philosophy as a refreshing alternative to corrupt institutions, aiming to foster genuine knowledge through new approaches.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Independent Philosophy: Challenging Institutional Norms
01:36 • 26min
The Fallacy of Academia: Uncovering the Reality of the 'Hot Hand'
27:07 • 6min
Debating Reading Instruction Methods
33:04 • 15min
Exploring the Modern Dark Age
48:26 • 8min
Sterilization and Hand Hygiene in Medicine
56:06 • 9min
Empirical Evidence vs. Theoretical Frameworks
01:04:42 • 8min
Prestige, Knowledge, and the Natural Philosophy Institute
01:12:42 • 16min