How Irrationality Created Modern Science - With Michael Strevens

Explore the unconventional origins of modern science in this 56-minute lecture by philosopher Michael Strevens at The Royal Institution. Delve into the paradoxical idea that scientific breakthroughs emerged from breaking logical argument rules. Trace the evolution of scientific thought from Aristotle to contemporary physics, examining how limitations in scientific reasoning have paradoxically contributed to its power. Discover how the deliberate cultivation of intellectual blind spots has shaped the paradigmatic scientist. Gain insights into the nature of scientific explanation, complex systems, probability, and the social structure of science through Strevens' unique perspective on the irrational foundations of rational inquiry.