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.
Terence Tao on Proof, Beauty, and the Future of Mathematics
Conversations with Tyler
Authored a 1982 paper arguing that the iterated Prisoner's Dilemma is analogous to Newcomb's paradox.
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.
Do Laws of Nature Govern Reality? | Michael Tooley
Closer To Truth
A philosopher whose theory of causal analysis of the earlier-than relation Michael Tooley favors.
What Are the Laws of Nature? | Michael Tooley
Closer To Truth
Philosopher whose view on laws of nature is discussed and critiqued, particularly his 'reductionist account' and the balance of strength and simplicity.