Nov 30, 2014
Here we work through the responses to Democritus' atomism by Plato, Aristotle and Epicurus.
Nov 23, 2014
This podcast introduces a new series on the history of the atom and begins the discussion with the ideas of the earliest Greek philosophers beginning with Thales and culminating with the atomism of Democritus.
Nov 16, 2014
A discussion about some of the misconceptions people have about scientific inquiry and those who pursue it. Topics include creativity in science, the moral obligation of science and scientism.
Nov 9, 2014
Tools and structures scientists use to move ideas forward and do scientific reasoning. Models and organizing principles are discussed as is serendipity. Basic reasoning structure is explained through deductive, inductive and abductive methods.