What is justified belief? And what drives belief in conspiracy theories?

Guest: Josh Smith, philosophy professor at Central Michigan University

00:00 Introduction

01:07 What is epistemology?

03:40 What is justified belief?

08:11 What is knowledge?

11:16 Do we need evidence to support our beliefs?

17:47 Why is it difficult to get an unbiased view of the world?

23:32 What’s the role of skepticism and cynicism?

26:46 How do we prevent the spread of conspiracy theories and misinformation?

33:05 How do you spot misinformation or fake news?