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The Philosophy of Science

In The Philosophy of Science, an eight-hour course, Dr. James Orr traces the development of science from ancient Greece through the Scientific Revolution to today. He examines how theological, institutional, and philosophical forces shaped science, while tackling key issues like the demarcation problem of science versus pseudoscience, Hume’s problem of induction, Kuhn’s theory of paradigm shifts, and the realism debate. The course also engages fascinating unresolved questions raised by cosmology, neuroscience, and quantum mechanics, ultimately arguing that scientific progress does not eliminate philosophical inquiry but rather deepens it, revealing new mysteries that demand philosophical analysis.

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The Quizard's Pit

You have now entered The Quizard's Pit... a weekly trivia tumble into the weirdest corners of the known world! Join intrepid pals Shane Madej and Matt Real, plus the occasional brave guest, as they dive headfirst into a fact-finding tête-à-tête fueled by curiosity, questionable confidence, and a deep love of learning strange little things. Each episode, they are assigned a universal topic like cats, bicycles, or Denver, then each brings three of the most surprising and downright staggering facts they can dig up. The result is a delightfully chaotic informational mosaic that proves it is nice to know a lot about a little, but sometimes all you can hope for is knowing a little about a lot. So, kick back, clear your mind, and prepare to uncover the secrets of the known world. Welcome to The Quizard's Pit.

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Monetary Theory

In Monetary Theory, a nine-hour course, Dr. Lawrence White explores the debate between market-based and government-controlled monetary systems, combining theory with historical evidence from gold standards to modern fiat currencies. We examine how money can emerge through market forces, the mechanics of fractional-reserve banking, and how central banks influence inflation. The course also addresses banking stability, market failure arguments, and the causes of inflation, including seigniorage. It concludes by evaluating monetary policy rules, inflation targeting, and alternatives like Bitcoin, and asks whether sound money requires commodity backing or if proper institutional design can achieve stability in fiat systems.

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