Why Trust Science? Free Audiobook Download by Naomi Oreskes
When discussing the subject of science and trust, Naomi Oreskes emphasizes that "trust is not a value in science, it's a tool." The author argues that scientists must not only build trust among their peers but also with the public in order to be able to communicate effectively. In the audiobook download, a group of different narrators bring some attention to the various topics discussed by Oreskes.
In this episode of 'Why Trust Science?' Naomi Oreskes, the science historian, talks about how science relies on trust to work. She articulates the many ways in which the scientific community has grown to trust each other, and how those foundations influence what we all believe about the world, ourselves and future changes that will shape our lives.
Science is the most reliable source of information available today, because it has been tested and retested. Because science is objectified and falsifiable, it can be used to create new knowledge and advance our understanding of the world. The value of science is that it is based on evidence and facts; on specific predictions made by scientists before they perform an experiment or make a finding.
Why Trust Science? is a book that examines the role of science in society, and delves into how science can be trusted. The author, Naomi Oreskes, questions whether it is reasonable to actually trust scientific conclusions as they are often presented in all-encompassing terms. She also delves into some of the most important studies over the years, from the tobacco industry's denial of cancerous effects to climate change denial.
The audiobook is the latest in a series of speaking engagements, lectures, and events that Naomi Oreskes has given on the issues of climate change denial. It is a good summary of this topic with lots of evidence from reputable sources.
Science is a way of understanding the world around us. It helps us to make sense of what we see, feel and sense. And science has become our single best hope for protecting us from the various assaults on our health and safety that are affecting us every day. This audiobook discusses why science matters to society and how people can be more scientifically literate.
Published Date | 2019-10-22 |
Duration | 8 hours 28 minutes |
Author | Naomi Oreskes |
Narrated | Kerry Shale, John Chancer, Richard Lyddon, Kelly Burke, Nancy Crane |
Reviews | |
Abridged | No |
Is It Free? | 30-days Free |
Category | Science & Technology |
Parent Category | History, Philosophy |