Ideas Having Sex 8. Michael Huemer - Knowledge, Reality, and Value
Jun 20, 2022
Philosopher Michael Huemer discusses skepticism, free will, the mind-body problem, and the existence of God. He explores the complexities of burden shifting in arguments, evolution of philosophical ideas, difficulties in defining knowledge, and ethical theories. The conversation also touches on utilitarianism, rule utilitarianism in ethics, ethical intuitionism, time travel paradoxes in popular culture, and logical coherence in movies.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing Experiences
02:59 • 2min
Exploring Philosophical Perspectives on Knowledge and Reality
05:15 • 19min
Exploration of Burden Shifting and Rationality in Arguments
24:42 • 2min
The Progress and Evolution of Philosophy
26:23 • 13min
Challenges in Defining Knowledge and Concepts in Philosophy
39:01 • 19min
Utilitarianism and Rule Utilitarianism in Ethics
58:29 • 9min
Ethical Intuitionism, Philosophical Themes, and Time Travel Paradoxes in Popular Culture
01:07:51 • 7min
Logical Coherence in Movies and Current Projects
01:14:59 • 2min