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On the Philosophy of David Hume (Part One)

October 31, 2016

by Daniel A. Kaufman The first of two discussions on the philosophy of David Hume, with Robert Wright.  Originally aired on the Sophia program, MeaningofLife.TV, October 23, 2016.

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