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The Philosophy of Watching Sports: Going Beyond Entertainment

The Philosophy of Watching Sports: Going Beyond Entertainment

PhilosophyFile
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Watching sports is not just mindless entertainment. It provides an opportunity to understand the limits of human ability and explore embodied agency. By observing athletes in action, we gain insights
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The Neurobiology of Fear: Debunking the Amygdala Myth

The Neurobiology of Fear: Debunking the Amygdala Myth

Wireless Philosophy
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Fear is not solely controlled by the amygdala. While the amygdala plays a crucial role in the brain's threat circuitry, the conscious feeling of fear involves other regions of the brain, specifically
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Are Basic Emotions Universal?

Are Basic Emotions Universal?

Wireless Philosophy
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This video explores the idea that there are basic emotions shared by all human beings, regardless of culture. It discusses the concept of emotion modules in the brain and the debate surrounding the ex
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The Importance of Allowing Diverse Perspectives in Academic Discourse

The Importance of Allowing Diverse Perspectives in Academic Discourse

Julia Galef
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Recently, the author Charles Murray attempted to speak at Middlebury College but was prevented from doing so by a student riot. This sparked a debate about the importance of allowing diverse perspecti
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From Ancient Philosophy to Modern Physics: Exploring Failures of Reasoning

From Ancient Philosophy to Modern Physics: Exploring Failures of Reasoning

polýMATHY
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This video explores the failures of reasoning from ancient Greek philosophy to modern physics, with a focus on Heraclitus and the connection to string theory. It highlights the unification of disparat
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The Dark Side of Crime: From Desperation to Narcissism

The Dark Side of Crime: From Desperation to Narcissism

Lex Clips
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Explore the fascinating journey of a criminal, from desperate beginnings to pure narcissistic arrogance. Discover the motivations behind committing fraud and the consequences it has on innocent victim
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The Importance of Marriage and Parenthood

The Importance of Marriage and Parenthood

Lex Clips
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Marriage and parenthood are essential for societal stability and personal growth. Open marriages may not work for child-rearing.
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The Art of Critical Thinking: Don't Judge an Argument by the Source

The Art of Critical Thinking: Don't Judge an Argument by the Source

Julia Galef
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Learn to evaluate arguments based on their logic, not the beliefs of the source. Just because someone holds weird beliefs doesn't mean their arguments are invalid. Think for yourself and avoid epistem
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Ethics of Space Settlement: Protecting the Pristine

Ethics of Space Settlement: Protecting the Pristine

The Royal Institution
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Space settlement raises ethical questions about environmental protection, resource extraction, and scientific preservation. We must consider the space environment as an important resource that needs t
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The Difference Between Medical Treatments and Enhancements

The Difference Between Medical Treatments and Enhancements

Wireless Philosophy
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Explore the distinction between medical treatments and enhancements, from deep brain stimulation to futuristic possibilities of brain implants and genetic editing. Understand the purpose of treatments
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Our Clean Energy Dilemma: The Price We Pay for Progress

Our Clean Energy Dilemma: The Price We Pay for Progress

PBS Terra
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In the future, electric cars dominate and emissions have been reduced. However, the mining of metals for clean energy technology is devastating ecosystems and causing human rights abuses. Is there a r
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Why Moral Philosophers Aren't Necessarily More Moral

Why Moral Philosophers Aren't Necessarily More Moral

Julia Galef
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Do moral philosophers behave more morally than others? Surprisingly, studies show that they don't. Despite their understanding of moral behavior, moral philosophers do not necessarily engage in morall
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The Foundation of Mathematics: Is it Just Turtles All the Way Down?

The Foundation of Mathematics: Is it Just Turtles All the Way Down?

PBS Infinite Series
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Mathematics is constructed from other math, but what grounds all of mathematics? This video explores the concept of a foundation for mathematics and the philosophical implications of its search. It de
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The Powerful and Vital Role of Wasps and Bees in Ecosystems

The Powerful and Vital Role of Wasps and Bees in Ecosystems

Casual Earth
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Wasps and bees, including the fearsome cicada killer and great golden digger wasp, play critical roles in maintaining the health of ecosystems by preying on pests and pollinating plants. In addition t
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The Principles Behind Idea Channel: A Journey of Thought and Conversation

The Principles Behind Idea Channel: A Journey of Thought and Conversation

PBS Idea Channel
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Idea Channel has explored complex ideas through observation and conversation. The show encourages everyone to have and discuss complex ideas, using a nomadic approach to thought. The goal is to create
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Surviving in Prison: My Experience and Lessons Learned

Surviving in Prison: My Experience and Lessons Learned

Lex Clips
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Learn about my experience surviving in prison, from the challenges I faced to the lessons I learned. Despite the dangers and uncertainty, I managed to navigate the system and create a routine that all
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Should We Embrace Human Enhancement? Exploring the Pros and Cons

Should We Embrace Human Enhancement? Exploring the Pros and Cons

Wireless Philosophy
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Brain-computer interfaces and other technological advancements enable users to interact with external devices using their thoughts alone. While this opens up a world of possibilities, from controlling
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Using Puzzles to Solve Complicated Geometry Problems - The Schubert Perspective

Using Puzzles to Solve Complicated Geometry Problems - The Schubert Perspective

PBS Infinite Series
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Schubert's geometry problems involved solving complicated intersection problems by moving lines around and specializing their positions. Puzzles help in understanding these problems by simplifying the
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The Fascinating Paradox of Nukem's Problem

The Fascinating Paradox of Nukem's Problem

Julia Galef
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Nukem's Problem is a paradox that presents a choice between taking both boxes or only the opaque box, with varying outcomes. The paradox explores different decision theories and their implications.
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The Power of Deliberative Democracy: Going Beyond Voting

The Power of Deliberative Democracy: Going Beyond Voting

Wireless Philosophy
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Deliberative democracy goes beyond voting by emphasizing the importance of discussion and deliberation in decision-making. It promotes a deeper understanding of issues, encourages diverse perspectives
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Unraveling the Mysteries of Dark Energy and Dark Matter

Unraveling the Mysteries of Dark Energy and Dark Matter

Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics
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Dark energy and dark matter are two mysterious components of the universe that we do not fully understand. Dark matter is a type of particle that clumps together under the influence of gravity, while
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