Philosophy For Our Times The End Of All Things | John Dupré, Subir Sarkar, Nancy Cartwright
Jul 16, 2019
In a captivating discussion, John Dupré, a philosopher famed for his insights into the philosophy of science, teams up with astrophysicist Subir Sarkar and philosopher Nancy Cartwright. They explore how contemporary physics challenges traditional notions of physicality, proposing energy and fields as new foundations of reality. The conversation segues into the fluidity of existence, emphasizing action and processes over static materialism. Additionally, they tackle emergent phenomena in biology and physics, delving into how context shapes causality and stability.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Beyond Materialism: Rethinking Reality
01:34 • 23min
Exploring Boundaries and Emergent Phenomena in Physics and Biology
24:07 • 5min
Exploring the Concept of Fundamental in Modern Physics
28:44 • 2min
Understanding Causation
30:20 • 12min
Exploring Causality and Stability in Biological Systems
42:41 • 4min