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Philosophy's linguistic turn: Was it a mistake? | Hilary Lawson, Michael Potter, John Searle
Jun 25, 2024
Join post-realist philosopher Hilary Lawson, professor of logic Michael Potter, and philosopher of language John Searle as they debate the impact of philosophy's linguistic turn. They delve into language's role in shaping reality, exploring whether it hinders our understanding or enhances it. From analyzing sentences about non-existent objects to discussing the uniqueness of human language, this podcast challenges traditional perceptions of language in philosophy.
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- Language shapes our perception of reality, sparking debates on its accuracy.
- Philosophers explore how language structures cognition, creating shared realities beyond perception.
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Exploring the Linguistic Turn in Philosophy
The discussion delves into the concept of the linguistic turn in philosophy, questioning whether language hinders or aids in understanding reality. It examines how language shapes our perception of the world and debates whether language accurately reflects reality or distorts it. The linguist philosophers explore the relationship between language, thought, and the external world, pondering the role of language in constructing our understanding of reality and its limitations.
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