Published Jun 14, 2016

Episode #084 ... William James on Truth

Dive into William James's revolutionary ideas on truth and religion as Stephen West unpacks the philosopher's pragmatic and subjective perspective, challenging traditional beliefs and highlighting the significance of personal experience in shaping our understanding of reality.

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Religious and Other Beliefs
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Perspectives on Truth
02
Pragmatism Principles
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Truth and Human Experience
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The Varieties of Religion
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The Elusive Squirrel
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The Truth and Usefulness
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The Meaning of Truth
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Justifying Beliefs
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Rethinking Truth
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Unveiling Government Secrets
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The Pragmatic Maxim
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Episode #084 ... William James on Truth

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Episode Highlights

Religious and Other BeliefsWilliam James's expansive view on religion challenges traditional definitions by including any fundamentalist worldview as a form of religion. This perspective opens up a broader understanding of how religious experiences can manifest in various aspects of life.

Religious and Other Beliefs

Perspectives on TruthStephen West explores William James's philosophy on truth, challenging traditional notions by emphasizing its subjective and pragmatic nature. He examines how truth is shaped by personal experiences and the usefulness of beliefs.

Perspectives on Truth

Pragmatism PrinciplesStephen West explores William James's pragmatic approach to truth, emphasizing its fluid nature and reliance on human experience. He discusses how truth is not an objective reality but a process of verification shaped by practical implications and societal contexts.

Pragmatism Principles