Branden Fitelson

Branden Fitelson, a Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Northeastern University, dives into the intricate world of probability and its significance in scientific inquiry. He discusses how understanding probability can help validate our scientific beliefs, distinguishing between inductive and deductive reasoning. Fitelson also explores the challenges of confirmation, including the Raven paradox and biases like the conjunction fallacy. He emphasizes the critical role of prior beliefs in shaping scientific evidence, especially in fields like particle physics.