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8: The Scarecrow and the Castle
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On today’s show, Chong and Dan wrap up an informal three-part cycle of shows by examining how we think, specifically via the topic of logical fallacies. We discuss two common logical fallacies that appear in everyday conversations, news, commentary, books and podcasts (other people's podcasts, of course). The straw man is when you misrepresent your opponent's argument and the motte-and-bailey is when you misrepresent your own argument - but why would you do that?
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Show notes
Prelude - Introduction to logical fallacies (07:10)
- What is a logical fallacy?
- Why should we care about it?
Wikipedia - Fallacy
Straw man argument (20:59)
- Definition
- Examples in the news, church and personal life
I'm Not Hateful, You Are
Motte-and-bailey argument (43:26)
- History and definition
- Examples in the news and personal life
Feminists Who Now Claim They Never Meant 'Believe All Women' Are Gaslighting Us
The 'Motte & Bailey': Political Jousting's Deceptive New Medieval Weapon
Conclusion
- Quick takeaways
- Dan's summary
Chapters
1. 8: The Scarecrow and the Castle (00:00:00)
2. Prelude - Introduction to logical fallacies (00:07:10)
3. Straw man argument (00:20:59)
4. Motte-and-bailey argument (00:43:26)
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