Matt Rockett

[Matt Rockett @matthewrockett]

@n8r0n74 @Nullcopilot @SamHarrisOrg @BretWeinstein So both terms describe something that isn’t true, but only “metaphorical truth” acknowledges it? Is this the only differentiator, or is there some characteristic of the thing being described that matters as well?

[Matt Rockett @matthewrockett]

@Nullcopilot @n8r0n74 @SamHarrisOrg @BretWeinstein I understand how the porcupine and fear of hell are both examples of "metaphorical truths." Can you explain how they are not also "alternative facts?"

[Matt Rockett @matthewrockett]

@Nullcopilot @SamHarrisOrg @BretWeinstein I was in the room and completely sober. Must have just missed it. I'll review the podcast when I get a chance.

[Matt Rockett @matthewrockett]

@SamHarrisOrg @BretWeinstein What is the difference between a "metaphorical truth" and an "alternative fact?" Is it similar to "falsehood" and "lie?"