Season 2: Episode 1 The Connections between Neuroscience and the Classical Philosophical PragmatistsSeason 2: Episode 1 The Connections between Neuroscience and the Classical Philosophical Pragmatists
Lobes and Robes
This episode features Dr. Jay Schulkin, a noted author and neuroscientist with training in philosophy. We explore the connections between the development of neuroscience as a discipline and the rise of the classical pragmatist philosophers, including...
44:22•29 Mar 2023
Bridging Neuroscience and Classical Pragmatism with Dr. Jay Schulkin
“But one thing's for sure: that The 17th Century notion of a machine- a clock view of it by necessity- that had to change once we started to consider biological systems and once the idea of statistical inference and probability- not necessity- became a more dominant conception of how to understand the world.”
Ever pondered how neuroscience intersects with classical philosophical ideas? In this episode of 'Lobes and Robes', Dr. Jay Schulkin, a distinguished author and neuroscientist, dives into the rich connections between neuroscience and classical pragmatism. The conversation navigates through the intellectual landscapes shaped by philosophers like John Dewey, Charles Sanders Peirce, William James, and Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. Dr.
Schulkin sheds light on how these thinkers influenced the birth of experimental psychology in the United States and its implications for public policy and law. He explores Holmes' fascination with behavioral sciences, statistical inference, and how these elements can predict human behavior, including judicial actions. But it's not all straightforward; the episode delves into the challenges and limitations of using neuroscience to fully grasp the human condition. With engaging anecdotes and thought-provoking questions, Dr.
Schulkin examines the intersection of law and science, the brain's role in anti-discrimination laws, and the enduring debate around determinism versus free will. Whether you're a philosophy buff, a neuroscience enthusiast, or just curious about how these fields intertwine, this episode offers a captivating journey through the minds that have shaped modern thought.
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