Philosophy For Our Times Can we make sense of the cosmos? | Iain McGilchrist and Hilary Lawson in conversation
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Dec 26, 2023 
Oxford scholar and polymath Iain McGilchrist discusses the nature of truth and the cosmos, the danger of delusional thinking, and the approximate nature of belief. McGilchrist and post-postmodern philosopher Hilary Lawson also explore the intersection of philosophy and neuroscience, their perspectives on reality, consciousness, and the divine, and the dominance of the left hemisphere in understanding the world.
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Accidental English Scholar
- Iain McGilchrist initially wanted to study philosophy and theology at Oxford.
- However, he ended up studying English literature due to degree requirements and interviewer's suggestion.
Philosophy Driving Science
- Iain McGilchrist's philosophical approach drove his neuroscience work.
- He wanted to understand the mind-body problem through a more embodied lens, leading him to become a doctor.
Approaching Truth
- Iain McGilchrist and Hilary Lawson share a critique of reductionism and materialism in science.
- However, they differ in their approach to truth, with McGilchrist emphasizing its approximate nature.