Against Reification

The video discusses the importance of valuing knowledge forms that involve intentionality and tradition, critiquing the tendency to treat social science as a natural science. It highlights the impact of social science on governance and advocates for a shift towards humanistic knowledge that recognizes people as intentional agents. The speaker encourages open-ended thinking and a humanistic perspective rooted in freedom and meaningful choice.

What are the root problems of contemporary social life according to the speaker?

How does the speaker differentiate between social science and natural science?

What shift in knowledge does the speaker advocate for?

In what way does the speaker relate Marx's views to the concept of social science?

What does the speaker suggest is necessary for promoting human flourishing?