John D. Norton

Professor John Norton, a leading voice in indeterminism and the history of science at the University of Pittsburgh, joins the discussion to challenge long-held physics assumptions. He reveals why causation may be an illusion and critiques the myths surrounding determinism and Landauer’s Principle. Norton dives into the implications for quantum mechanics, Einstein’s mistakes, and the role of thought experiments. His insights push us to rethink the foundations of scientific understanding and explore the intricate dance between classical physics and contemporary theories.

In this engaging discussion, John D. Norton, a Distinguished Professor of philosophy of science at the University of Pittsburgh, dives into the intricacies of inductive inference. He presents his material theory of induction, emphasizing the importance of contextual background facts over universal rules. Norton critiques traditional views, shedding light on the complexities of scientific maturity and the intersection of faith and scientific evidence. He also tackles Hume's famous problem of induction, offering a fresh perspective that seeks to dissolve long-standing philosophical challenges.