Ep 17 - Dewey's Critique of Henri Bergson: The Tension Between Élan Vital and Intelligent Habit

I explore the critique John Dewey presents at the end of Chapter 4 of 'Human Nature and Conduct,' specifically targeting Henri Bergson's concept of élan vital. This video delves into Dewey's alternative philosophy based on 'intelligent habit,' offering a nuanced critique of Bergson's transcendental ideas through the pragmatic lens of Deweyan thought.

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Music By Jeffrey Anthony 

Books:

• Human Nature and Conduct by John Dewey 
• Creative Evolution by Henri Bergson

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