Scientific Realism Explored
Lee discusses the evolution of scientific thought from the early 20th century, highlighting the importance of experimental validation in confirming theories like quantum mechanics and electromagnetism. He presents realism as the belief in an objective external world, suggesting that while determinism is compelling, he remains open to the idea of chance in the universe. Ultimately, he posits that theories can change unexpectedly, leaving the future open to possibilities.In this clip
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Lee Smolin: Quantum Gravity and Einstein's Unfinished Revolution | Lex Fridman Podcast #79
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I have a question about the episode Lee Smolin: Quantum Gravity and Einstein's Unfinished Revolution | Lex Fridman Podcast #79 and the clip Scientific Realism Explored. Can you explain the concepts of realism vs. idealism as discussed in them?
I have a question about the episode Lee Smolin: Quantum Gravity and Einstein's Unfinished Revolution | Lex Fridman Podcast #79 and the clip Scientific Realism Explored regarding realism vs idealism.