Can We Know Reality?

Realism matters; the world does not bend to our wishes

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Rebecca Goldstein

Philosopher and novelist exploring philosophy, intuition, and mathematics

Plato at the Googleplex — Rebecca Goldstein
Philosophy will never disappear because the fundamental questions never change
The Role of Intuition — Rebecca Goldstein
Intuition is not the opposite of reason; it is a form of reasoning
Meaning and Matter — Rebecca Goldstein
Consciousness is the deepest mystery we face
The Importance of Philosophical Thinking — Rebecca Goldstein
In a world of constant change, philosophical thinking anchors us
Philosophy and Writing — Rebecca Goldstein
Writing is a form of philosophy; it is how we think
Science and Philosophy — Rebecca Goldstein
Philosophy and science must engage in dialogue

All Music Is Folk Music — Louis Armstrong
All music is folk music. I ain't never heard a horse sing a song.
The Power of Compassion — Michael Jackson
The most important thing is love and compassion. They override everything.
Music Is Life — Jon Batiste
Music is a spiritual practice, a therapy, a way to connect us to ourselves and each other
Compromise and Conscience — Bob Dylan
I'll never sell my soul for money or fame. It's my only true asset.
The Soul of Music — Questlove
Soul is what makes music real. It's what people feel
Childhood - Where It All Starts — Michael Jackson
Childhood is where it all starts. If we lose childhood, we lose everything.