The Stuff You Should Know Doin’ Science Playlist: How Occam's Razor Works

Stuff You Should Know examines Occam's Razor, the principle that the simplest explanation is usually the right one. The hosts trace its evolution from a logical guide to a rhetorical weapon often used to dismiss opposing arguments without real engagement. They explain how to identify a 'faux skeptic' who abuses the razor to win debates rather than seek truth.