Is Reality Truly What We Perceive? Don't Miss BBC 2's Horizon at 9pm Tonight!

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The thread discusses the BBC 2 program "Horizon" focusing on the concept of reality, with participants sharing their thoughts on the show and its relevance. The conversation touches on perceptions of reality, the nature of science programming, and personal viewing preferences.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express enthusiasm for the program, urging others to watch it.
  • There is a suggestion that the philosophy section of the forum has influenced the content of the BBC program.
  • One participant questions the value of TV science, stating a preference for mathematics programming instead.
  • Concerns are raised about access to the program for viewers outside the UK, with discussions about using proxies to access BBC iPlayer.
  • Participants inquire about whether the program was worth watching, indicating a lack of consensus on its quality.
  • Some participants reveal they did not watch the program, which contributes to the uncertainty about its reception.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is no consensus on the value of the program, as some participants express interest while others are skeptical or did not watch it. The discussion reflects a mix of opinions regarding the nature of science programming.

Contextual Notes

Participants express varying degrees of interest in the program and its themes, but there are no settled conclusions about its content or quality. Access issues for international viewers are also noted.

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BBC 2, 9pm, Horizon: What is reality?

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P-Jay1 said:
BBC 2, 9pm, Horizon: What is reality?

GET WATCHING!
You need to explain what this about.
 
Hmm, it seems the PF philosophy section, not content with the new rules here, has spread it's wings and relocated to the BBC. :rolleyes:
 
jarednjames said:
Hmm, it seems the PF philosophy section, not content with the new rules here, has spread it's wings and relocated to the BBC. :rolleyes:
:-p
 
thanks.
 
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P-Jay1 said:
Ah, yeas! Are you in the USA? If so, do you get iplayer?

The BBC restricts iplayer to only UK IP addresses. For us Americans to use iplayer, we would need to use a UK proxy.
 
There are a few around =] So if you're desperate it should be doable.
Now its finished was the consensus that it was worth watching?
 
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First question ajclarke, out of everyone here, who watched it? (I didn't)
 
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I haven't either that's why I was asking if it was worth it before I sit down for an hour or two :D

I'm not a fan of TV science mostly, find it over dramatised and "rehydrated"
 
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I think reality is over-rated. :rolleyes:

There should be more progammes on maths! :smile:​
 

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