

David Kyle Johnson
Philosophy professor and guest on this episode, brought on to explain distinctions between deductive and inductive reasoning and their role in scientific thought.
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Oct 11, 2025 • 0sec
The Skeptics Guide #1057 - Oct 11 2025
David Kyle Johnson, a philosophy professor, joins to delve into the fascinating world of reasoning. He clarifies the difference between deductive and inductive reasoning, highlighting how each plays a crucial role in scientific thought. Johnson explains deduction's guarantee of conclusions and induction's reliance on probability. He also discusses how hypothesis generation, Bayes' theorem, and the nuances of fallacies impact medical reasoning. Tune in for a thought-provoking journey through the logic underpinning science!


