Philosophy’s Authority Over Science
Previously, we looked at the authority philosophy has over science, and now we look at philosophy’s authority over science. From what beaker to grab to remembering equations to what to write in that peer-reviewed study, the initial steps one makes and concludes is all philosophical. Those most hurt? Scientists and atheists. Big mad.
TIMELINE:
00:00 – Introduction
01:12 – The Autonomy Thesis Of Philosophy
03:51 – The Characteristics Of Science Comes From The Philosophers
05:34 – Methodological Naturalism Fails To Establish Causation
07:50 – 1st & 2nd Order Distinctions Needed Between Science & How To Do Science
09:03 – Philosophy Can Be Independent & More Authoritative Than Science
11:06 – Christians Don’t Have To Freak Out Over Current Day Scientific Claims
13:25 – Methodological Naturalism Struggles To Keep Intelligent Design Out Of Science
15:19 – Ch. 11 – How Do We Explain Things?
16:00 – Two Types Of Explanations – Scientific & Personal
16:27 – Scientific Explanations Defined
19:00 – Personal Explanations Defined
22:16 – Criteria For Things That Are Scientific Unexplainable
28:34 – Conclusion
BOOK LINKS:
Scientism and Secularism – Learning to Respond to a Dangerous Ideology by J.P. Moreland
Kindle
Paperback
Audible (FREE With Membership)
Logos
J.P. Moreland Website
All episodes, short clips, & blog – https://www.cavetothecross.com
Popular Podcasts
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
The Male Room with Dr. Jesse Mills
As Director of The Men’s Clinic at UCLA, Dr. Jesse Mills has spent his career helping men understand their bodies, their hormones, and their health. Now he’s bringing that expertise to The Male Room — a podcast where data-driven medicine meets common sense. Each episode separates fact from hype, science from snake oil, and gives men the tools to live longer, stronger, and happier lives. With candor, humor, and real-world experience from the exam room and the operating room, Dr. Mills breaks down the latest health headlines, dissects trends, and explains what actually works — and what doesn’t. Smart, straightforward, and entertaining, The Male Room is the show that helps men take charge of their health without the jargon.