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The Telescope You Refuse to See
A celebrated philosopher refuses to look through a telescope. What does it mean when the bravest thinker you know refuses to see?
The Telescope You Refuse to See
This episode explores the story of Cesare Cremonini, a renowned natural philosopher in 17th-century Europe, and his puzzling refusal to engage with Galileo's new invention. It delves into the reasons behind his decision and what it reveals about the intellectual climate of his time.
Person: Cesare Cremonini
Date: 1610
Location: Padua, Venetian Republic
Status: Natural philosopher
Topic: Dangerous ideas
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