Michael D. Gordin

Dr. Michael Gordin, author of 'Pseudoscience: A Very Short Introduction', discusses the complexities of defining pseudoscience and its relationship with science. He explores the persistence of pseudoscientific theories and their promotion through social media. The podcast also delves into the lack of trust in institutions, the politicization of science, conflicts of interest in scientific publications, and the impact of the Soviet Union's dissolution on science.