Published Jan 21, 2019

The Vegetable Lamb

Explore the interplay between social trust and scientific progress as Shankar Vedantam and Kaylin O'Connor delve into historical paradigm shifts, unraveling how biases and misinformation—like the mythical 'vegetable lamb'—shape scientific evolution and persistence.

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Role of Social TrustThe dynamics of trust and information networks play a pivotal role in the acceptance and spread of scientific ideas. Shankar Vedantam and Kaylin O'Connor explore how biases and social connections influence scientific progress and the persistence of misinformation.

Role of Social Trust

Scientific ParadigmsThe episode examines how scientific consensus is challenged and evolves over time, highlighting the interplay between evidence and belief. Through historical examples, it reveals the complexities of paradigm shifts and the role of persuasion in advancing scientific ideas.

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