Is Argument Culture Hindering Scientific Progress?

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The discussion revolves around a classic sketch that humorously illustrates the nature of forum debates, highlighting how they often devolve into repetitive arguments with participants firmly entrenched in their positions. The clip is appreciated for its nostalgic value, with participants noting how young the performers appear. The conversation includes playful banter, with users mimicking the back-and-forth style of the sketch, emphasizing the futility of some debates. Additionally, another related sketch is shared, further contributing to the theme of humorous conflict in discussions.
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Jeff Reid said:
… and you can imagine this is how many forum debates end up:

NO they DON'T! :frown:
 
tiny-tim said:
NO they DON'T! :frown:

Why they most certainly do!
 
Skyhunter said:
Why they most certainly do!

I'm afraid they don't ...
 
I am glad to find this clip again, I had a philosophy professor who once presented it in class!
 
It's amazing how young they look in those old sketches.
 
Redbelly98 said:
It's amazing how young they look in those old sketches.

no, they don't!
 
Yes they do !
 
No they don't!
 
  • #10
oh sorry, I didn't want an argument.
abuse is down the hall then is it? .
 
  • #11
No, that's "Getting Hit On The Head" lessons.
 
  • #12
Another one along the same lines
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_PJzMHObabo
 
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