Existential Inertia Defended | Part 1/2

Intellectual Conservatism recently held a discussion criticizing existential inertia. I don't think any of their criticisms work. In this two-part series, I explain why. Part 1 covers the first 75 minutes of their discussion. Part 2 covers the second 75 minutes of their discussion and should be posted within the next week (or so). NOTE (ADDED 3/21/26): This video represented my views at the time of recording. My views have changed since then, but I'm leaving the video up because it contains lots of helpful information, and also shows my thinking at the time. Outline 0:00 Intro 1:26 Gil's definition and clarifying the thesis 8:19 Gil on EI's significance 10:55 What might the inertial foundation be? 19:57 Arguments for EI (general) 28:25 Arguments for EI (specific) 34:34 Metaphysical backdrop of their criticisms 40:46 Objections and replies 41:21 Gil's analogical argument 44:19 Gil's examples of sustaining causes 48:34 Gil on contingency requiring explanation 53:20 Suan on Suimplicity 58:04 I start singing 1:05:24 Did I mischaracterize divine conservation? (No) 1:18:01 Am I obviously wrong? (No) 1:18:49 Gil on continuous recreation In part 2, I examine Christopher's criticisms, the distinction between essence and existence, and much more. Original video:    • Confronting Existential Inertia - Christop...   Link to my IJPR paper: https://rdcu.be/b6HXP Check out this lovely interview I just did:    • Are There Good Arguments for God? | Interv...   My book: https://www.amazon.com/Majesty-Reason... My website: https://majestyofreason.wordpress.com/