Wisdom of "I Don't Know"

In this episode, Paula explores why intelligence does not always protect people from believing extraordinary or unconventional things. She examines apophenia, confirmation bias, and the crucial difference between intelligence and critical thinking. Rather than encouraging blind belief or automatic dismissal, Paula makes the case for discernment: curiosity without gullibility and skepticism without cynicism. She explains why intellectual humility, openness, and a willingness to change one’s mind may be greater signs of wisdom than certainty.