For the Love of Sophia! Ep. 44: Objectivity and Subjectivity (Part II)
Jun 8, 2021
They pick up a deep dive into what counts as objective versus subjective and whether that split even holds. The conversation examines whether identical sensations can lead to different tastes and how familiarity, skill, and biology shape preferences. They debate when one thing can be called better, how science fits into the mix, and whether subjects and objects are truly separable.
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No Pure Objectivity
- Pure objectivity is impossible because perception always carries history and relations.
- Objects present themselves as already constituted by subjects and intersubjective contexts.
Shared Elements In Taste
- Some aesthetic features feel shared because of familiarity, proportion, or biological patterning.
- Taste mixes intersubjective patterns with individual history and surprise-seeking preferences.
Define 'Better' Before Debating
- When you argue about value, clarify what you mean by 'better' before debating.
- Ask whether you mean enjoyment, craftsmanship, social benefit, or long-term effects.
