The Read Well Podcast Philosopher’s Guide to Better Thinking: A Conversation with Dr. Michael Huemer | EP 79
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Modern Philosophy
- Modern-day philosophy is not just about studying historical figures.
- It actively engages with current problems like free will and moral values.
Promoting Rationality
- Michael Huemer's mission is to promote rationality by making people aware of irrationality.
- He models rational thinking in his teaching and writing, examining premises and arguments.
Detective Anecdote
- Dr. Huemer uses a detective anecdote to illustrate irrationality.
- A suspect's resistance to evidence implies guilt, similar to how some avoid uncomfortable truths.