Ep. 354: Guest Tim Williamson on Philosophic Method (Part One)

Tim Williamson, an Oxford philosophy professor and author of "Overfitting and Heuristics in Philosophy," delves into the integration of scientific insights into traditional philosophy. He discusses the dangers of overcomplicating theories and the pitfalls of relying on cognitive heuristics, which can distort reasoning. Furthermore, Williamson reevaluates the Gettier problem, suggesting that simpler approaches may better capture the essence of knowledge. He advocates for a collaboration between philosophy and psychology to enrich philosophical inquiry.