Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzhDQzlK33g

Response to Lloyd #39;s TED Talk
TED-Ed video by John Lloyd. youtu.be I #39;ve posted this video response. In his talk, John Lloyd advocates feeling wonder about their being mystery in the universe. I felt a response was necessary because he makes no distinction between what a mystery to him (because he hasn #39;t taken the time to look), and what #39;s a mystery to humankind (because it #39;s an unsolved problem of science.) This isn #39;t a problem until it becomes clear that he #39;s chosen NOT to learn about these mysteries, as advocates mistrust of anyone who says they do understand. It #39;s harsh, I know, but have a look at the video; I think you #39;ll be convinced. I too advocate for awe in looking at the universe, but I argue that it should be through knowledge, understanding, and taking the time to figure stuff out for oneself. There is wonder to be found in delving deep into understanding how natural law permeates everything. A few good primers on this topic are both written by Richard Dawkins. "The Magic of Reality" and "Unweaving the Rainbow". links links links links Niel DeGrasse Tyson #39;s essay on hindering science by invocations of the supernatural. "The Perimeter of Ignorance" http://www.naturalhistorymag.com Abridged lecture: http://www.youtube.com Wikipedia has a nice timeline of developments in Artificial Intelligence. A lot has happened since the 1950 #39;s: en.wikipedia.org The Insane Clown Posse (ICP) video that went viral a few years ago. Maybe you know this as "F***in Magnets... How do they work?" The SNL parody is spot on ...From:Robert CoolmanViews:0 0ratingsTime:10:44More inEducation

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