David Lewis
American philosopher (1941–2001)
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Physics & Philosophy: A Conversation with Tim Maudlin (Episode #318)
Sam Harris
Philosopher whose concept of possible worlds is mentioned in relation to the discussion on possibility and metaphysics.
Transformative Experiences: A Conversation with L.A. Paul (Episode #327)
Sam Harris
A philosopher from whom L.A. Paul received her PhD and whose work in metaphysics, particularly causation, influenced her early career.
What Makes Personal Identity Continue? | Arnold Zuboff
Closer To Truth
A philosopher mentioned in relation to the Sleeping Beauty problem. (Note: While David Lewis is a prominent philosopher, the transcript doesn't specify his exact contribution to the Sleeping Beauty problem. He is mentioned as someone who focused on it.)
Consciousness, God, and Causation | Michael Tooley
Closer To Truth
An influential philosopher of metaphysics and language, whose work on laws of nature Tooley encountered.
Can Laws Exist Without Instances? | Michael Tooley
Closer To Truth
Philosopher mentioned in the context of favoring a causal analysis of the earlier-than relation.