Monthly Archives: August 2018

Quora – evidence for evolution

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Ted Howard NZ

What is the strongest evidence for evolution to show the creationists that they are wrong? The question is invalid in a way that few yet understand well. Jordan Peterson gets much closer than most (both of his books are worth … Continue reading →

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Scientific theories

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Ted Howard NZ

Quora – What is an example of a scientific theory? How is a scientific theory developed? While Glen’s answer captures many important aspects of what the scientific theory is and how the process works, it also misses many aspects. I … Continue reading →

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Science and Tech in agriculture

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Ted Howard NZ

Quora – What are the importance of science and technology in agriculture? Science and technology enable us to get constantly improve the efficiency of our systems. That can be great, as it allows us to do more with less. It … Continue reading →

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Vit C – in a Skeptics group

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Ted Howard NZ

A post in NZ Skeptics group – in response to Mike asking about vitamin C I got sent home to die 8 years ago – palliative care only – terminal melanoma. I radically changed my diet (now strict vegan, no … Continue reading →

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human evolution

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Ted Howard NZ

How can you explain the theory of human evolution in simple terms with scientific details and evidences? Is it just a theory? There is a clear distinction one needs to make. Evolution as a process can be clearly demonstrated, both … Continue reading →

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Forgetfulness

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Ted Howard NZ

August 11-17 ’18 ~QofDay~ Forgetfulness Is forgetfulness a curse or a blessing after an age? For me, always a curse. And it seems like some of forgetfulness isn’t really forgetting, but just an inability to recall when you want it, … Continue reading →

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Assault on ethics

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Ted Howard NZ

The Assault on Ethics I seriously question the use of the term “the natural struggle for power”. As someone who has had a strong interest in the reality and logic of evolutionary biology for over 50 years, the common notion … Continue reading →

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Science/philosophy

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Ted Howard NZ

What are the similarities and differences between philosophy and science? In the broadest sense, there is no difference. Philosophy is the love of wisdom. Wisdom is understanding reality (which includes ourselves) and the most powerful ways of relating to it. … Continue reading →

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Quora consciousness

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Ted Howard NZ

Quora Consciousness In your opinion, is consciousness simply the result of a complex biological evolution that we are not yet able to understand, or is it more than that? What do you mean by consciousness? Who is the we you … Continue reading →

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Laurie – the Eyes have it

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Ted Howard NZ

The Eyes Have It Who do you influence? A really good question Laurie. I don’t know. I attempt to behave in ways that will be a “good influence” on others (where I define good influence as increasing the probability of … Continue reading →

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