Julia Galef

On this episode of the Knowledge Project, I discuss rationality, changing minds (our own and others), filtering information, and a lot more with Julia Galef.   Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, searchable transcripts, member-only episodes, and more. Sign up at: https://fs.blog/membership/   Every Sunday our newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/   Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Julia Galef, author of "The Scout Mindset" and host of "Rationally Speaking," discusses the vital distinction between the scout mindset, which seeks objective truth, and the soldier mindset, which defends pre-existing beliefs. She emphasizes the significance of self-awareness for personal growth and the courage to embrace uncertainty. Galef shares insights on navigating social interactions and making informed decisions, advocating for open-mindedness and respectful dialogue to foster deeper understanding across ideological divides.

In this thought-provoking episode of Unmistakable Creative, we are joined by the brilliant Julia Galef, a renowned writer, podcaster, and co-founder of the Center for Applied Rationality. Prepare to have your perspective challenged as Galef shares insights on the benefits of seeing the world as it truly is.Galef is known for her expertise in rationality and decision-making, and in this episode, she explores the importance of having an accurate understanding of reality. She discusses the pitfalls of cognitive biases and how they can cloud our judgment, leading to flawed decision-making. This episode is not just about critical thinking; it's about embracing a mindset of curiosity and seeking truth to navigate the complexities of life.Through engaging stories and practical examples, Galef offers strategies to improve our thinking and make better choices. She emphasizes the significance of updating our beliefs based on evidence and being open to changing our minds. This episode is a fascinating exploration of the power of intellectual humility and the role it plays in personal growth and success.Don't miss this episode to learn from one of the leading experts in rationality and decision-making. Gain insights that could revolutionize your approach to thinking and discover the benefits of seeing the world as it truly is with Julia Galef. Subscribe for ad-free interviews and bonus episodes https://plus.acast.com/s/the-unmistakable-creative-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julia Galef, co-founder of the Center for Applied Rationality and author of "The Scout Mindset," explores decision-making strategies rooted in rationality. She contrasts soldier and scout mindsets, emphasizing how nurturing a scout mindset leads to better judgment. The discussion covers the significance of emotional intelligence in rationality and offers insights on overcoming self-deception. Plus, she shares powerful lessons from a sailor's survival story, underscoring the value of being wrong and adapting through uncertainty for personal growth.

Julia Galef, author of "The Scout Mindset" and host of "Rationally Speaking", discusses the differences between scout and soldier mindsets. She reveals how adopting a scout mindset fosters honest communication and productive disagreements. The conversation dives into concepts like rational irrationality, the impact of social confidence in entrepreneurship, and the value of developing intrinsic values. Julia also shares strategies to shift from a soldier to a scout mindset, emphasizing the importance of intellectual honesty and personal growth.

In this episode of the podcast, Brooke chats with Julia Galef - co-founder of the Center for Applied Rationality and host of the podcast 'Rationally Speaking'. They discuss the topic or Julia's book, 'The Scout Mindset' which looks at the underlying motivations that guide our beliefs and behaviors. Some of the things covered include… - Scout versus soldier mindset - how they differ and why we rely on both, depending on the situation. - The downsides of soldier mindset and why our tendency to defend our beliefs no matter what can get us into trouble. - The benefits of adopting an evidence-based mindset and being open to things that challenge our beliefs, aka 'drawing the map in pencil'. - Practical ways we can embrace a scout mindset in our personal and professional lives.

At least in politics, this is an era of awful arguments. Arguments made in bad faith. Arguments in which no one, on either side, is willing to change their mind. Arguments where the points being made do not describe, or influence, the positions being held. Arguments that leave everyone dumber, angrier, sadder. Which is why I wanted to talk to Julia Galef this week. Julia is the host of the Rationally Speaking podcast, a co-founder of the Center for Applied Rationality, and the creator of the Update Project, which maps out arguments to make it easier for people to disagree clearly and productively. Her work focuses on how we think and argue, as well as the cognitive biases and traps that keep us from hearing what we're really saying, hearing what others are really saying, and preferring answers that make us feel good to answers that are true. I first met her at a Vox Conversation conference, where she ran a session helping people learn to change their minds, and it's struck me since then that more of us could probably use that training. In this episode, Julia and I talk about what she's learned about thinking more clearly and arguing better, as well as my concerns that the traditional paths toward a better discourse open up new traps of their own. (As you'll hear, I find it very easy to get lost in all the ways debate and cognition can go awry.) We talk about signaling, about motivated reasoning, about probabilistic debating, about which identities help us find truth, and about how to make online arguments less terrible. Enjoy! Books: Language, Truth, and Logic by A.J. Ayer Seeing Like a State by James Scott The Robot's Rebellion by Keith Stanovich  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Julia Galef, a writer and host of the Rationally Speaking podcast, champions rationality and promotes the 'scout mindset'—an open-minded approach to understanding the world. She contrasts this with the 'soldier mindset' which focuses on goal-oriented beliefs. Discussing topics like Bayesian reasoning and its impact on decision-making, Galef highlights the challenge of political identities in shaping beliefs about science. She emphasizes the importance of intellectual honesty and openness in evaluating ideas, advocating for critical thinking in navigating our complex social landscape.

Julia Galef, a clear-thinking advocate and author of The Scout Mindset, dives into the dynamics of decision-making and the importance of adopting a 'scout mindset' over a 'soldier mindset.' She discusses how to recognize faulty thinking and encourages seeking objective truth, even when it's uncomfortable. The conversation touches on navigating uncertainty, understanding cognitive biases, and the value of admitting mistakes for personal growth. Galef's insights aim to enhance the way we perceive reality and engage in constructive discourse.

Julia Galef, author and co-founder of the Center for Applied Rationality, explores the intriguing differences between the Soldier and Scout mindsets. She highlights how the Scout mindset champions truth and adaptability over mere belief defense. Delving into superforecasting, Galef shares historical cases illustrating how open-mindedness leads to better predictions. Plus, she emphasizes the importance of confronting errors to uncover deeper truths, advocating for a more resilient approach to understanding the world.