Thinking Clearly
Episodes
#14-The Knowledge Illusion with guest: Professor Steven Sloman
15 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When we’re compelled to explain how something works, including political issues and policies, we are forced to confront our lack of knowledge. That ...
#13-Beliefs, Urban Legends, and Myths
14 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bob and Julia discuss beliefs and why we cling to false beliefs. Several examples of commonly held beliefs which turned out to be “false” (not sup...
#12-Frames and Narratives
14 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The concepts of frames and narratives, which can be used to manipulate beliefs and opinions, are described with the help of audio clips from George La...
#11-Evidence-Based Practices and Policies with guest Dr. Steven Novella
13 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Topics, with guest Dr. Steven Novella, range from the importance of critical thinking in general, to a discussion of the importance of developing prac...
#10-The Scientific Method with guest Professor Jevin West
13 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bob and guest, Professor Jevin West, Assistant Professor in the Information School at the University of Washington, discuss the scientific method, rea...