Conservative Radicalism vs. Radical Conservatism

The transcript discusses John Wheeler's ideas on how theoretical physicists approach changing theories, focusing on conservative radicalism and radical conservatism. Conservative radicalism involves discarding principles, which is seen as ineffective. Radical conservatism, on the other hand, involves pushing existing theories to their limits, leading to deeper understanding and new possibilities. The discussion highlights that while principles in physics have evolved, they have not been lost, and new possibilities remain unexplored.

What are the two attitudes described by John Wheeler regarding how to proceed with mysteries in physics?

Explain the concept of conservative radicalism as described in the text.

What does the speaker suggest about the nature of principles in physics over time?

How does the text characterize the approach of radical conservatism?

Discuss the implications of the statement that 'we've only seen it do a part of what it could actually do.'