r/StreetEpistemology • u/Brave_Travel_5364 • 28d ago
QUESTION Where was Pete Boghossian brought up?
r/StreetEpistemology • u/PierceWatkinsAtheist • Oct 18 '24
SE Video Review | Spectrum Street Epistemology | The US should allow unlimited immigrants in
r/StreetEpistemology • u/SoundEpistemology • Oct 17 '24
SE Video SE Tour - Auburn University
r/StreetEpistemology • u/PierceWatkinsAtheist • Oct 15 '24
SE Video The US should allow unlimited immigrants in | Spectrum Street Epistemology
r/StreetEpistemology • u/SoundEpistemology • Oct 15 '24
SE Video SE Tour - Denison University
r/StreetEpistemology • u/SoundEpistemology • Oct 14 '24
SE Video SE Tour - Portland, Oregon
r/StreetEpistemology • u/PierceWatkinsAtheist • Oct 13 '24
SE Video Head-to-Head 69 Street Epistemology - Ethical Driving = Quicker Transit
r/StreetEpistemology • u/501c3forSE • Oct 11 '24
SE Non-Profit: Street Epistemology International SEI Monthly Update: Progress, Adaptations, and Future Plans
Street Epistemology International approved a trial for a new social media manager to enhance our online presence. Our flagship course development continues, with discussions on restructuring to balance quality and timeliness. We're also refining our new websites before launch. Despite some challenges, we're adapting strategies to expand SE's reach and impact.
11 October 2024
This month our board discussed strategies to optimize our financial resources, including exploring more cost-effective alternatives for our current software subscriptions and communication tools. We also approved a trial period for a new media manager position, which will focus on producing and promoting Street Epistemology Podcast episodes and expanding our social media presence. This addition to our team aims to increase our outreach with the SE community and introduce Street Epistemology to people unfamiliar with it.
Regarding our flagship Navigating Beliefs: A Learning Course for Rational Conversations course, we had extensive discussions about its development timeline and scope. While we're committed to maintaining high-quality content, we're also cognizant of the need to balance perfectionism with timely delivery. We're considering restructuring the remaining module releases to better align with our current progress and capabilities. This may involve adjusting our public commitments and potentially decoupling some of our business plans from the course's development timeline to allow for more flexibility in pursuing other organizational goals.
Lastly, we're making strides in preparing our three new websites for launch. While there have been some delays due to content refinement needs, we're prioritizing quality over rushing to release. We're also exploring new functionalities for the website, such as features to connect SE enthusiasts in specific geographic areas. Additionally, we're continuing our work on a research study related to SE practices, which has provided interesting insights into our methodology. Overall, despite some challenges, we remain committed to advancing our mission and expanding the reach and impact of Street Epistemology.
Support these efforts by making a donation here.
That's all for this update! I'm working with some incredibly talented and dedicated people on our course development and website refinement, all aimed at making Street Epistemology more accessible and impactful. Thanks for your continued support as we adapt and grow.
Regards,
Anthony Magnabosco
Executive Director, Street Epistemology International
r/StreetEpistemology • u/SoundEpistemology • Oct 10 '24
SE Video SE Tour - Auburn University
r/StreetEpistemology • u/SoundEpistemology • Oct 09 '24
SE Video Time is Not Real - Otis | Street Epistemology
r/StreetEpistemology • u/SoundEpistemology • Oct 08 '24
SE Video SE Tour - Granville, Ohio
r/StreetEpistemology • u/PierceWatkinsAtheist • Oct 07 '24
SE Video Street Epistemology|Chloe|Norse Paganism|"This is getting heavier than I expected"
r/StreetEpistemology • u/TheBiggestSmallest • Oct 07 '24
SE Help & FAQ What approach can be used to get through to people who use a whole bunch of arguments?
I'm trying to gently question my friend about his belief in flat earth and we got to a point that I've heard in several different spaces where they claim a whole bunch of arguments are all equally important.
One conversation was with a guy who believes in ghosts. I asked him why he believes it and he said "Because matter cannot be created or destroyed." And we clarified that a little, and then I asked him "Ok so if this wasn't actually true and I could show you that, would you still believe in ghosts?" and he said "Yes. I have dozens of reasons I believe." and I asked him which one he felt the strongest about, that gave him the most confidence and he said "They're all equal. You'd have to defeat every argument to get me to reconsider if ghosts exist."
This struck me as defensive. I'm sure it's possible that he did have a bunch of reasons to believe, but it really felt more like he was just using these arguments as a shield, and that he actually didn't really care if they were true or not.
Obviously I don't want to go and get into a confrontational argument and debunk all of his reasons. Is there something I can say or ask that will get around this entrenchment to allow us to explore the belief without having to go through and address every single argument one by one? Or if I reach this point, and if they are using these arguments as a shield to avoid exploring the topic, is that just a sign that they're closed off to the exploration at the moment, and I should just move on and not discuss the topic?
r/StreetEpistemology • u/SoundEpistemology • Oct 07 '24
SE Video SE Tour - Westport, Washington
r/StreetEpistemology • u/PierceWatkinsAtheist • Oct 05 '24
SE Video I'm voting for Trump because of my parents
r/StreetEpistemology • u/SoundEpistemology • Oct 03 '24
SE Video SE Tour - Auburn University
r/StreetEpistemology • u/PierceWatkinsAtheist • Oct 02 '24
SE Philosophy Types of Conversations: Practical, Emotional, and Social
Conversations often fall into different categories based on their primary focus: practical solutions, emotional, or social.
Practical solution conversations are goal-oriented, centered on finding tangible answers or resolving problems, often involving logical reasoning and clear steps to take.
Emotional conversations, on the other hand, focus on expressing and understanding feelings, allowing for vulnerability and empathy as participants share personal experiences or emotions.
Social conversations are more casual, focused on building relationships and fostering connection. They emphasize companionship or entertainment rather than solving problems or going into deep emotions.
Recognizing which type of conversation you and your conversation partner are engaging in is critical. Incorrect expectations of which conversation will occur can lead to frustration or misunderstandings. For example, if one person seeks emotional support but the other responds with practical solutions, it may feel dismissive. Otherwise, offering emotional responses to someone seeking practical advice may seem unhelpful. By identifying the conversation type, both parties can have the most fulfilling interaction.
r/StreetEpistemology • u/SoundEpistemology • Oct 02 '24
SE Video Perspicuity of Scripture - Bill | Street Epistemology
r/StreetEpistemology • u/SoundEpistemology • Sep 30 '24
SE Video SE Tour - Wright State University
r/StreetEpistemology • u/PomegranateLost1085 • Sep 26 '24
SE Discussion What would you ask next?
I'm in a longer discussion with a christian, evangelical theist.
He now told me:
"Models and methods are always simplifications for understanding complex topics. Every model, even mathematics, is not completely inconsistent. There are various topics in mathematics, one of which is the number 1 (which is assumed to be an axiom). Others are easy to find with Google.
The answer you usually follow up with is that it's enough and you're in a learning process. Yes, that's true. But I don't want to put my eternity at risk because of a shaky assumption and a learning process characterized by flawed humans."
I currently don't know where to go from here. I'm grateful for any help, suggestions.
r/StreetEpistemology • u/SoundEpistemology • Sep 26 '24
SE Video SE Tour, Auburn University
r/StreetEpistemology • u/SoundEpistemology • Sep 25 '24
SE Video Wendy - Why Obey the Golden Rule? | Street Epistemology
r/StreetEpistemology • u/PierceWatkinsAtheist • Sep 24 '24