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#048 Doubt Q&A: On Skepticism, Cynicism, and Optimism

In this episode you’ll hear how a 14th century Franciscan friar can teach us to make better choices, and what cynicism, skepticism, and optimism have in common with science, Socrates, and musical theater. This is the audience Q&A portion of the event on DOUBT featuring philosophy professor Nick Pappas and molecular biologist turned science advocate, Maryam Zaringhalam. #TheHappierHour

PODCAST: DOUBTMonica McCarthyApril 18, 2019philosophy, doubt, Socrates, science, Karl Popper, skepticism, logic

#047 Weird Science With Karl Popper and Maryam Zaringhalam

In this episode you’ll learn the difference between science and pseudoscience and how the philosopher Karl Popper radically changed how we view both. You’ll also hear from molecular biologist turned science advocate, Maryam Zaringhalam, about why diversity is imperative for progress, and how all of us can (and should) ward off science skeptics in order for all of us to be happier. #thehappierhour

PODCAST: DOUBTMonica McCarthyMarch 26, 2019science, pseudoscience, Karl Popper, truth, diversity

#046 Doubt With Socrates and Nick Pappas

In this episode you’ll hear the philosophical history of “doubt” and learn why a healthy dose of skepticism can help us face our fears in work and life today. Philosophy professor Nick Pappas and host Monica McCarthy chat about Socrates’ contributions to the topic of doubt and how we can apply his lessons in order to live more well-examined lives. #TheHappierHour