Minds Almost Meeting Disagreement and alienation (Agnes Callard & Robin Hanson, with Berislav Marušić)
Feb 28, 2024
Economist Robin Hanson and philosopher Agnes Callard explore disagreements and alienation, challenging conventional perspectives. They discuss the rationality of differing opinions, the complexities of belief formation, and the importance of engaging in reasoning-based conversations. The podcast highlights the significance of judging arguments based on merit alone and suspending judgment to navigate disagreements effectively.
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Kelly's Conjecture Example
- Tom Kelly's example illustrates a bizarre disagreement scenario.
- Mathematicians disagree with a proven conjecture without providing reasons.
Interpersonal Disagreement
- Disagreement is interpersonal, not merely evidential.
- Others' opinions have interpersonal import, not just evidential, like testimony.
The Flowers Analogy
- Flowers left on a doorstep illustrate the difference between an act of nature and a personal gesture.
- Gratitude fits the latter, highlighting the interpersonal aspect, like in disagreements.