How Do We Know What Is True?
Who This Episode Is For: This episode is for the critical thinkers, the lifelong students, and anyone tired of the "post-truth" era. If you’ve ever questioned the reliability of your own senses or wondered how we distinguish between a lucky guess and actual objective knowledge, this deep dive is for you.
In This Episode: We explore the branch of philosophy known as Epistemology—the study of knowledge itself. We break down the classic definition of knowledge as Justified True Belief (JTB) and examine the tension between Rationalism (knowledge through reason) and Empiricism (knowledge through experience). From Plato’s Allegory of the Cave to the modern "echo chambers" of the digital age, we investigate the limits of human understanding and the criteria we use to validate what we claim to "know."
Why You Should Listen:
Sharpen Your Discernment: Learn the fundamental frameworks to separate sound evidence from mere opinion or propaganda.
Identify Cognitive Bias: Understand the structural flaws in human perception that often lead us toward "false certainties."
Foundational Thinking: Master the "rules of the game" for any other field of study, whether it’s science, history,or psychology.
Join the Conversation: If you found value in this deep dive into the human psyche, make sure to follow the show and leave a review. Your support helps us bring these timeless ideas to more people seeking clarity in an age of chaos.
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Recommended Readings:
An Introduction to the Theory of Knowledge - http://amzn.to/1XV1mKT (affiliate link)
Problems of Knowledge: A Critical Introduction to Epistemology - http://amzn.to/1U9cSfK (affiliate link)
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