The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast Ep. 294: Quine on Science vs. Epistemology (Part One)
May 23, 2022
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Naturalize Epistemology
- Quine argues epistemology should become part of empirical science rather than a separate foundation for science.
- He shifts the question from 'what justifies science?' to 'how does knowledge actually arise?'
Skepticism As An Empirical Problem
- Quine reframes skepticism as an empirical question about how we form concepts from limited perceptual input.
- He wants psychologists and cognitive scientists to study language acquisition and concept formation empirically.
Hosts' First Impressions Of Quine
- The hosts recount prior Quine readings like 'Two Dogmas' as background to this essay.
- Mark and Seth explain their initial expectations and surprise at Quine's engaging style and project.