Succeed in Medicine

How to Talk to a Science Denier, Part 1/2, with Lee McIntyre, PhD

33min | 09/28/2023

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In this episode, Dr. Lee McIntyre discusses science denial and how to engage in reasonable conversations with science deniers. He shares a blueprint that all science deniers seem to follow, which includes cherry-picking evidence, believing in conspiracy theories, engaging in illogical reasoning, relying on fake experts, and expecting science to be perfect. McIntyre shares his experience of attending a flat earth convention and how understanding their reasoning patterns can be helpful in conversations with other types of deniers.

Looking for something specific? Here you go!

00:02:06 Blueprint for science deniers.

00:09:21 Be vigilant of your beliefs.

00:12:24 Admitting uncertainty builds trust.

00:21:05. Listen before you try convincing.

00:26:24 Be patient and build trust.

00:28:43 Approach conversations with empathy.

More on Dr. Lee McIntyre:

Dr. Lee McIntyre, a prominent scholar, and Ethics Instructor at Harvard Extension School, is dedicated to promoting scientific reasoning in an era marked by science denial. Author of "How to Talk to a Science Denier" (MIT Press, 2021), he equips the public with tools to engage constructively with science deniers. On SftPublic's "Contemporary Science Issues and Innovations" program, he shared insights from this book in March 2021.

Dr. McIntyre's earlier work, "The Scientific Attitude," emphasizes the importance of the scientific mindset and critical thinking, addressing the rising skepticism toward established scientific facts.

In an age where anti-reason sentiment and science denialism are resurging, Dr. McIntyre's advocacy for the scientific attitude is pivotal. His work serves as a beacon of enlightenment, urging society to embrace scientific reasoning to preserve rational discourse and truth-seeking in these challenging times.

Find and connect with Dr. McIntyre on his website.

Did ya know…

You can also be a guest on our show? Please email me at brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect or visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to learn more about the show!

Socials:

@physiciansguidetodoctoring on FB

@physicianguidetodoctoring on YouTube

@physiciansguide on Instagram and Twitter

Visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect, dive deeper, and keep the conversation going. Let’s grow!

Disclaimer:

This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical, financial, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional for personalized guidance.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Succeed in Medicine

Was your training enough to handle everything physician life demands? From lawsuits to leadership, career decisions to challenging conversations, balancing the personal with the professional — not enough was addressed in medical school, residency or fellowship. This show fills those gaps so you can live up to the expectations that come with the white coat — not just in the exam room, but in all the places your MD follows you. Your host, Dr. Bradley Block, a private practice ENT, is right there with you — navigating the same challenges and bringing in world-class guests to teach, as he puts it, “everything we should have been learning while we were memorizing Kreb’s cycle.” With nearly 500 episodes and close to half a million downloads, Brad has built a trusted space where physicians come for brass-tacks, immediately-applicable advice. You don’t need another certification. You need a podcast that covers personal finance, private practice, side-gigs, main-gigs, reacting to bad reviews, misinformation, social media, charting, parenting, communicating, negotiating, leading, managing, teaching, learning and what to do when someone yells, “Is there a doctor on board?”

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Succeed in Medicine

Was your training enough to handle everything physician life demands? From lawsuits to leadership, career decisions to challenging conversations, balancing the personal with the professional — not enough was addressed in medical school, residency or fellowship. This show fills those gaps so you can live up to the expectations that come with the white coat — not just in the exam room, but in all the places your MD follows you. Your host, Dr. Bradley Block, a private practice ENT, is right there with you — navigating the same challenges and bringing in world-class guests to teach, as he puts it, “everything we should have been learning while we were memorizing Kreb’s cycle.” With nearly 500 episodes and close to half a million downloads, Brad has built a trusted space where physicians come for brass-tacks, immediately-applicable advice. You don’t need another certification. You need a podcast that covers personal finance, private practice, side-gigs, main-gigs, reacting to bad reviews, misinformation, social media, charting, parenting, communicating, negotiating, leading, managing, teaching, learning and what to do when someone yells, “Is there a doctor on board?”

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Description

This episode is brought to you by Set for Life Insurance - a trusted partner in disability insurance for physicians.

In this episode, Dr. Lee McIntyre discusses science denial and how to engage in reasonable conversations with science deniers. He shares a blueprint that all science deniers seem to follow, which includes cherry-picking evidence, believing in conspiracy theories, engaging in illogical reasoning, relying on fake experts, and expecting science to be perfect. McIntyre shares his experience of attending a flat earth convention and how understanding their reasoning patterns can be helpful in conversations with other types of deniers.

Looking for something specific? Here you go!

00:02:06 Blueprint for science deniers.

00:09:21 Be vigilant of your beliefs.

00:12:24 Admitting uncertainty builds trust.

00:21:05. Listen before you try convincing.

00:26:24 Be patient and build trust.

00:28:43 Approach conversations with empathy.

More on Dr. Lee McIntyre:

Dr. Lee McIntyre, a prominent scholar, and Ethics Instructor at Harvard Extension School, is dedicated to promoting scientific reasoning in an era marked by science denial. Author of "How to Talk to a Science Denier" (MIT Press, 2021), he equips the public with tools to engage constructively with science deniers. On SftPublic's "Contemporary Science Issues and Innovations" program, he shared insights from this book in March 2021.

Dr. McIntyre's earlier work, "The Scientific Attitude," emphasizes the importance of the scientific mindset and critical thinking, addressing the rising skepticism toward established scientific facts.

In an age where anti-reason sentiment and science denialism are resurging, Dr. McIntyre's advocacy for the scientific attitude is pivotal. His work serves as a beacon of enlightenment, urging society to embrace scientific reasoning to preserve rational discourse and truth-seeking in these challenging times.

Find and connect with Dr. McIntyre on his website.

Did ya know…

You can also be a guest on our show? Please email me at brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect or visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to learn more about the show!

Socials:

@physiciansguidetodoctoring on FB

@physicianguidetodoctoring on YouTube

@physiciansguide on Instagram and Twitter

Visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect, dive deeper, and keep the conversation going. Let’s grow!

Disclaimer:

This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical, financial, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional for personalized guidance.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Succeed in Medicine

Was your training enough to handle everything physician life demands? From lawsuits to leadership, career decisions to challenging conversations, balancing the personal with the professional — not enough was addressed in medical school, residency or fellowship. This show fills those gaps so you can live up to the expectations that come with the white coat — not just in the exam room, but in all the places your MD follows you. Your host, Dr. Bradley Block, a private practice ENT, is right there with you — navigating the same challenges and bringing in world-class guests to teach, as he puts it, “everything we should have been learning while we were memorizing Kreb’s cycle.” With nearly 500 episodes and close to half a million downloads, Brad has built a trusted space where physicians come for brass-tacks, immediately-applicable advice. You don’t need another certification. You need a podcast that covers personal finance, private practice, side-gigs, main-gigs, reacting to bad reviews, misinformation, social media, charting, parenting, communicating, negotiating, leading, managing, teaching, learning and what to do when someone yells, “Is there a doctor on board?”

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Succeed in Medicine

Was your training enough to handle everything physician life demands? From lawsuits to leadership, career decisions to challenging conversations, balancing the personal with the professional — not enough was addressed in medical school, residency or fellowship. This show fills those gaps so you can live up to the expectations that come with the white coat — not just in the exam room, but in all the places your MD follows you. Your host, Dr. Bradley Block, a private practice ENT, is right there with you — navigating the same challenges and bringing in world-class guests to teach, as he puts it, “everything we should have been learning while we were memorizing Kreb’s cycle.” With nearly 500 episodes and close to half a million downloads, Brad has built a trusted space where physicians come for brass-tacks, immediately-applicable advice. You don’t need another certification. You need a podcast that covers personal finance, private practice, side-gigs, main-gigs, reacting to bad reviews, misinformation, social media, charting, parenting, communicating, negotiating, leading, managing, teaching, learning and what to do when someone yells, “Is there a doctor on board?”

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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