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video player Why do we believe things that aren’t true? | Philip Fernbach Transcript One Transcript starting at 2:10 to 3:38. (I’ve highlighted some of the text to draw attention to the more pertinent points.) As human beings, false belief is our birthright. It stems from fundamental principles that govern the way our minds work … Continue reading Why Do We Believe Things That Aren’t True? Philip Fernbach (2017)
The Knowledge Illusion | Steven Sloman AustraliaAustriaBrazilCanadaChinaCzech RepublicEgyptFranceGermanyGlobalIndiaItalyJapanMexicoNetherlandsPolandSaudia ArabiaSingaporeSpainTurkeyUAEUnited KingdomUnited States As an Amazon Associate, I earn a small commission when you purchase a book via this site. Posts: Steven Sloman, Philip FernbachThe Knowledge Delusion We know far less than we think we doBooks: Steven Sloman, Philip FernbachThe Knowledge Delusion We know far … Continue reading The Knowledge Illusion: Why We Never Think Alone by Steven Sloman and Philip Fernbach (2018)
The Argumentative Theory of Human Reason Knowledge Is Communal Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter As individuals, we know almost nothing compared to what we think we know. Our individual knowledge is mostly a delusion. We are ignorant of our ignorance. We have built hugely complex societies and technologies through cumulative cultural evolution, but … Continue reading The Knowledge Delusion We know far less than we think we do
