I'm retired now, but did eventually go on to get a PhD degree in a field of science. And it was a Middle School teacher, actually, who convinced me -- a solid D plus C minus student at the time -- that I actually had the smarts to learn things and get good grades. So if you're out there, Mr. Stulp, thank you! This is the guy you used to play Chess with ... : )
@ZekeDarwinScience @EvolutionSoup 1. Excellent discussion! 2. Yes, Zeke, you definitely do belong! 3. While I get your point about communicating across prejudiced resistance, I would say that your style is not "tricking" anyone into listening. You're presenting important info in an accessible & engaging way, with relevant context and packaging to facilitate transmission & retention. I call that being a good Educator/ Teacher! 4. Your work is important. Keep it up. Thank you and Well done!
its great stuff and I did realize that many people don't have the connectivity to put cause and effect together! Vitamin C is a great case study as well as color vision
One of my co workers said the other day she still isn't sure that Dinosaurs existed. I'm willing to bet that thought process (or lack there of) is based on her religious views. I just said that there are tons of fossils and it's not really up for debate. It doesn't matter what she thinks the proof is there and has been for quite a long time. That's almost like say, "I'm not really sure computers are real. I need more proof." At that point you just let them wallow in their own ignorance.
13:21 "that's just micro-evolution" they answered their own question, didn't they? Geological time vs. Our life time? A short lesson in species divergence, skeletal analysis, and cross species prevalence of these records should enlighten them? Perhaps some probability mathematics also? Give them a real perspective on their chances with gambling also. The incorrect naming of Basilosaurus with Alfred Wallace would give a sound counter to the arguement over "show me a lizard evolving into something else". The names and delineation we attribute to things are handles for our own understanding and knowledge. A tool for our memory. Not the other way around. For example, "set in stone" the saying, confers the idea of eternalism and construction. This saying could probably be more accurate if ascribed to diamonds. Such as "diamonds are forever", or even atomic clocks if accuracy is the focus of the communicated idea. Even Pulsars could be a step up on accuracy from that. Our language evolves with our knowledge and need for communication. It is a natural flexibility that everyone would agree exists, to allow for our continued adaption to our expanding environment. A child understands this the most, for they are consistently being assailed with new and amazing things that they have yet to understand. Their sphere of experience expands as they grow. This should be encouraged, not denied. All of this should be balanced with the skills of critical thought and necessity. The ability and freedom of an individual to make their own decisions is the most important thing to protect. For all of us.
Having advanced degrees and doing original research are not necessary to understand and teach evolution. Understanding the facts of evolution is far more important. And almost any literate person can do that, if they haven't determined in advance to reject the science. If public school science teachers are expected to have PhDs and do original research before they can teach, American public schools will have even worse problems than they do now.
Sooo been looking forward to this one.
I really enjoyed the conversation! Thank you so much for having me on.
You are doing a very good and precious job. Spreading information and passion for science is the key to our future.
Keep up the good work! You are needed!!
Thank you Zeke Darwin, heard about you from North02. Cheers @Evolution Soup
I'm retired now, but did eventually go on to get a PhD degree in a field of science. And it was a Middle School teacher, actually, who convinced me -- a solid D plus C minus student at the time -- that I actually had the smarts to learn things and get good grades. So if you're out there, Mr. Stulp, thank you! This is the guy you used to play Chess with ... : )
Wow great guest, thanks.
@ZekeDarwinScience @EvolutionSoup
1. Excellent discussion!
2. Yes, Zeke, you definitely do belong!
3. While I get your point about communicating across prejudiced resistance, I would say that your style is not "tricking" anyone into listening. You're presenting important info in an accessible & engaging way, with relevant context and packaging to facilitate transmission & retention. I call that being a good Educator/ Teacher!
4. Your work is important. Keep it up. Thank you and Well done!
I love what you are doing to advance knowledge, Zeke! I appreciate the adversity you persist through as well.
Wonderful interview! I'm so glad to see more people getting involved in evolutionary/anthropology sciences. 🙂
I love Zeke's style and dedication; getting to hear his personal story is also fascinating.
Awesome video, fascinating guest.
its great stuff and I did realize that many people don't have the connectivity to put cause and effect together! Vitamin C is a great case study as well as color vision
Fun and inspiring really
One of my co workers said the other day she still isn't sure that Dinosaurs existed. I'm willing to bet that thought process (or lack there of) is based on her religious views. I just said that there are tons of fossils and it's not really up for debate. It doesn't matter what she thinks the proof is there and has been for quite a long time. That's almost like say, "I'm not really sure computers are real. I need more proof." At that point you just let them wallow in their own ignorance.
13:21 "that's just micro-evolution" they answered their own question, didn't they? Geological time vs. Our life time? A short lesson in species divergence, skeletal analysis, and cross species prevalence of these records should enlighten them? Perhaps some probability mathematics also? Give them a real perspective on their chances with gambling also. The incorrect naming of Basilosaurus with Alfred Wallace would give a sound counter to the arguement over "show me a lizard evolving into something else". The names and delineation we attribute to things are handles for our own understanding and knowledge. A tool for our memory. Not the other way around. For example, "set in stone" the saying, confers the idea of eternalism and construction. This saying could probably be more accurate if ascribed to diamonds. Such as "diamonds are forever", or even atomic clocks if accuracy is the focus of the communicated idea. Even Pulsars could be a step up on accuracy from that. Our language evolves with our knowledge and need for communication. It is a natural flexibility that everyone would agree exists, to allow for our continued adaption to our expanding environment. A child understands this the most, for they are consistently being assailed with new and amazing things that they have yet to understand. Their sphere of experience expands as they grow. This should be encouraged, not denied. All of this should be balanced with the skills of critical thought and necessity. The ability and freedom of an individual to make their own decisions is the most important thing to protect. For all of us.
I forgot the name of the channel And I had to go through all my watch later videos I finally found it 🎉❤
What is his education level and what peer reviewed papers has he published on subjects concerning evolution .
Having advanced degrees and doing original research are not necessary to understand and teach evolution. Understanding the facts of evolution is far more important. And almost any literate person can do that, if they haven't determined in advance to reject the science. If public school science teachers are expected to have PhDs and do original research before they can teach, American public schools will have even worse problems than they do now.