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Murray Shanahan: What are Conscious Exotica? Consciousness, AI & the Space of Possible Minds

Mind-Body Solution

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Exploring Consciousness and Experience

This chapter examines the philosophical concept of consciousness through thought experiments, particularly focusing on a character named Mary who gains sight. It discusses the distinction between experiential and factual knowledge, questioning the nature of understanding and the implications of embodied experiences. The conversation spans various forms of consciousness, including those of animals and AI, challenging traditional frameworks and emphasizing the need for new terminology in the discourse.

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