46. David Lawrence – Debunking Determinism

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Feb 19, 2024

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David Lawrence argues that free will has flaws, but determinism has more. Today’s book: Debunking Determinism: Robert Sapolsky, Sam Harris, and the Crusade Against Free Will

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Feb 19, 2024

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46. David Lawrence – Debunking Determinism

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