Rationally Speaking Podcast Rationally Speaking #58 - Intuition
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Apr 8, 2012 Explore the fascinating world of intuition and its role in decision-making. Dive into how intuitive judgments can be incredibly effective for experts, yet sometimes misleading due to cognitive biases. The complexities of base rate neglect in medical testing reveal our struggles with probability. Discover the intriguing dance between intuition and rational reasoning, especially in emotional contexts. Finally, challenge your perceptions of rationality as cultural influences shape our understanding of decision-making.
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Intuition Explored
- Intuition is explored through different lenses, including its nature, origins, and relationship with reason.
- The discussion also covers when intuition can be helpful and when it can be misleading.
Origins of Intuition
- The word intuition comes from the Latin "intuitr," meaning knowledge from within.
- This knowledge can stem from accumulated experience, instincts, or even be perceived as a sixth sense.
Domain-Specific vs. General Intuition
- Domain-specific intuition, like that of a chess player, can be reliable because it's based on data.
- However, general intuition can be misleading, especially when based on innate predispositions or instincts that may not be relevant to the current context.
