Philosophy Wire: Illusions. Not.

Philosophy Wire by Spiros Kakos [2016-11-02]: Illusions: Researchers tried to find out if brain reacted differently to illusory and real motion. The results suggest it doesn’t. [1] Illusions are not illusions. The un-real is not real. Think about that. And you will have solved all the mysteries of the world. It is as simple as that. Like walking. Or not walking. All the same…

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Philosophy Wire: Placebo. Mind training.

Philosophy Wire by Spiros Kakos [2016-05-22]: Scientist have discovered a way to make neurons respond to a placebo (a medically ineffective treatment), in the same way as they would to medically effective treatment, according to a new study. [1] But if something responds to a placebo, then it is not a placebo after all. If it works, it is not ineffective after all. Words. Definitions. Ruling our pockets. And our lives...

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Philosophy Wire: Fake real painting...

Philosophy Wire by Spiros Kakos [2014-03-23]:

An astounding painting not exhibited because it is "fake". [1]
But what is fake and what is real?
How can ANYTHING be fake?
The painting is what it is.
It is just not what you expected it to be.
Let us leave our self guide us instead of the "experts".
Just enjoy what you... enjoy!
Without thinking too much.
Stop thinking how not to be fake in order to be real...

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Philosophy Wire: Traffic wardens, cardboard, fake, real…

Philosophy Wire by Spiros Kakos [2013-03-31]: India will use paper cardboard traffic wardens in an effort to fool possible offenders and reduce accidents. [source: web news] It is remarkable just how close the fake and the real are…

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Philosophy Wire: Fake products, “Real” products…

Philosophy Wire by Spiros Kakos [2013-02-11]: Manufacturers of fake products can now more easily produce their “mock” merchandize with 3D printers. [source: web news] But what is a “fake” product and what is a “real” product if they both have the same features?

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