Chapter
Overcoming Fear and Curiosity with Knowledge
30:51 - 47:39 (16:47)
The fear of people who are different from us in terms of race and social standing creates a sense of insecurity that can be overcome by curiosity and seeking knowledge.
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Astrophysicist Mario Livio explains how writing books on topics outside of his day to day work allows him to indulge in his love for research that led him to become a writer in the first place.
30:51 - 33:25 (02:34)
Summary
Astrophysicist Mario Livio explains how writing books on topics outside of his day to day work allows him to indulge in his love for research that led him to become a writer in the first place.
ChapterOvercoming Fear and Curiosity with Knowledge
Episode#042 - Dr Mario Livio - What Makes Us Curious?
PodcastModern Wisdom
There are two types of curiosity: perceptual and epistemic.
33:26 - 36:44 (03:17)
Summary
There are two types of curiosity: perceptual and epistemic. Perceptual curiosity leads to an aversive and conflicting psychological state, while epistemic curiosity activates the brain's pleasure and reward centers.
ChapterOvercoming Fear and Curiosity with Knowledge
Episode#042 - Dr Mario Livio - What Makes Us Curious?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The fear of the unknown can make us become fearful and prejudiced towards people who are different from us.
36:45 - 42:34 (05:49)
Summary
The fear of the unknown can make us become fearful and prejudiced towards people who are different from us. However, curiosity can help us overcome these negative emotions and discover the humanity in others.
ChapterOvercoming Fear and Curiosity with Knowledge
Episode#042 - Dr Mario Livio - What Makes Us Curious?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The quote "if I've seen farther than others it's because I stood on the shoulders of giants" attributed to Isaac Newton may have been an ironic remark made to Hook whom he was not in good relation with.
42:35 - 45:51 (03:16)
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The quote "if I've seen farther than others it's because I stood on the shoulders of giants" attributed to Isaac Newton may have been an ironic remark made to Hook whom he was not in good relation with. Brian May, the guitarist of the band Queen, is the person who looks the most like Isaac Newton and also writes a column where she answers questions in mathematics, logic, and linguistics.
ChapterOvercoming Fear and Curiosity with Knowledge
Episode#042 - Dr Mario Livio - What Makes Us Curious?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The podcast discusses the difficult personality of Albert Einstein, who engaged in a variety of debates with scientific adversaries although he did not necessarily enjoy life.
45:54 - 47:39 (01:45)
Summary
The podcast discusses the difficult personality of Albert Einstein, who engaged in a variety of debates with scientific adversaries although he did not necessarily enjoy life.