Michael Huemer

Philosopher Michael Huemer discusses anarcho-capitalism, challenges traditional notions of authority, debates anarcho-socialism, advocates for the privatization of security forces, delves into ethical dilemmas in societal order, and explores Arrow's Impossibility Theorem in economics.

Tommy Curry, a professor focused on Africana philosophy, Michael Huemer, an advocate for philosophical anarchism, and Melis Erdur, an expert in metaethics, engage in a riveting debate on morality's true nature. They explore whether morality is an objective truth or a tool for the powerful. The discussion unfolds around the connection between moral frameworks and power dynamics, the complexity of moral reasoning, and the subjective nature of ethical beliefs, ultimately igniting critical questions about how we perceive morality in society.

Michael Huemer, a philosopher and author of "Progressive Myths," challenges widely held progressive beliefs. He scrutinizes the urgency surrounding climate change, calling for a more skeptical viewpoint. Huemer discusses the nuanced realities about race and law enforcement, arguing against common perceptions of systemic bias. He also addresses misconceptions about transgender identities and the influence of social factors. The conversation encourages critical thinking and reassessment of emotional political narratives, urging a more balanced understanding of complex issues.

Michael Huemer, a philosophy professor at the University of Colorado Boulder and author of "Progressive Myths," tackles several popular progressive misconceptions. He dissects media narratives around high-profile cases, revealing misalignments between perception and reality. Huemer scrutinizes the validity of implicit bias and its training, explores racial bias in police shootings, and questions the reliability of sexual assault statistics. He highlights the dangers of misinformation in academia and advocates for clearer discourse regarding economic and environmental claims.

Philosopher Michael Huemer debates skepticism, knowledge, and certainty, discussing brain in a vat scenarios, direct realism, and semantic issues. They explore extremism in political discourse, biases, and the impact of expert consensus. The podcast also explores academic influence in controversial topics, misconceptions about global warming, moral realism, and media misinformation.

Professor Michael Huemer challenges the efficacy of activism and policy predictions, highlighting the dangers of societal experimentation. He discusses the limitations of experts in forecasting political shifts, proposing the idea of dividing the nation for better policy testing. The podcast compares societal changes to the delicate workings of a living organism, warning against random tampering without proper understanding.

Philosophy Professor Michael Huemer defends interactionist substance dualism, discussing challenges of explaining consciousness physically, human behavior without mental states, personal identity, and implications of different theories on what happens after death. They explore the debate on cognitive abilities in the brain vs. soul, and delve into the concept of reincarnation, discussing the relationship between the soul and the body.

Philosopher Michael Huemer discusses puzzles and insights in the study of knowledge, exploring epistemology, foundationalism vs. coherentism, the problem of induction, realism in perception philosophy, and upcoming projects in a trilogy of intro books.

In this engaging discussion, philosopher Dr. Michael Huemer sheds light on the nature of human rights and their moral implications. He tackles the intricate philosophy behind the right to bear arms, examining ethical naturalism and the balance between individual freedoms and social responsibilities. With humor, he explores hypothetical scenarios about rights for pets and challenges the concept of moral absolutism through real-world dilemmas. Huemer ultimately navigates the complexities of self-defense and ethical considerations regarding gun ownership.

Philosopher Michael Huemer discusses skepticism, free will, the mind-body problem, and the existence of God. He explores the complexities of burden shifting in arguments, evolution of philosophical ideas, difficulties in defining knowledge, and ethical theories. The conversation also touches on utilitarianism, rule utilitarianism in ethics, ethical intuitionism, time travel paradoxes in popular culture, and logical coherence in movies.