

Is our metaphysics beholden to common sense? | Fragments and reality with Michael Della Rocca, Timothy Maudlin, Kathleen Higgins
Jul 9, 2024
Leading philosophers in science and metaphysics, including Michael Della Rocca and Timothy Maudlin, debate the boundaries of common sense in philosophy. They discuss Parmenides' monistic view, interconnectedness in reality, the objectivity of distinctions, and the simplicity of metaphysical explanations. The conversation explores ataraxia in skepticism, the fear of giving up realist metaphysics, and the intersection of physics, ethics, and metaphysics.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Debate on Unity vs. Multiplicity in Philosophy
01:40 • 6min
Exploring Holism and Interconnectedness in Reality
07:37 • 2min
Debating Distinctions and Self-Undermining Theories
09:29 • 17min
Exploring Fundamental Entities and Metaphysical Explanations
26:11 • 10min
Exploring Ataraxia and Skepticism in Philosophy
36:02 • 2min
Exploring Different Philosophical Views on Realist Metaphysics and Pragmatism
37:44 • 2min
Exploring Holism, Ethics, and Metaphysics in Physics
39:23 • 3min