Elucidations

In this episode, Daniel Sutherland explains some of the difficulties involved in trying to say what numbers are. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Jennifer Lockhart, an Andrew W. Mellon Fellow at Stanford and expert in 'ignorant knowledge,' as she unveils the intriguing disconnect between understanding concepts and applying them in life. She explores how knowing virtues doesn’t always translate to actions, drawing insights from Kierkegaard and Aristotle. The conversation dives into the nuances of direct vs. indirect communication in philosophy, and the necessity of self-awareness for genuine personal growth. It’s a thought-provoking look at bridging the gap between knowledge and ethical action.

Branden Fitelson, an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Rutgers University, dives into the world of reasoning fallacies and probability. He uncovers common errors like the base rate fallacy, revealing how our evolutionary history may influence these misjudgments. Fitelson critiques inductive reasoning through tangible examples, such as the bank teller inference error. He also highlights the complexities of confirmation theory and the interplay between philosophy and experimental design in understanding probabilistic reasoning. A fascinating exploration of how our thinking often leads us astray!

In this episode, Marko Malink discusses what Aristotle meant by words like 'every' and 'some,' and how his use of these words differs subtly from ours. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Peter Kail discusses the importance of David Hume's contributions to philosophy, including his thoughts on the scientific method, human psychology, and religious belief. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, John Searle explores some of the problems that come up when we try to reconcile what's obvious and self-evident about human experience with what we know about how the world works. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Delving into semantic minimalism, Emma Borg discusses the distinction between literal and implied meanings. The podcast explores how conversational context influences interpretation, contrasting semantic minimalism with context-based views. It navigates the complexities of language, highlighting the challenges of extracting literal meaning from expressions.

In this episode, Robert Richards argues that we have evolved an instinct to act for the benefit of other people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Robert Stalnaker draws a distinction between two different meanings of the word 'context,' then explores some of its philosophical ramifications. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Christopher Peacocke discusses what it is to hear emotion in music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.