Beyond the Brain: Exploring Consciousness and Identity

Dr. Sharon Dirckx is a speaker and author trained in neuroscience, who speaks internationally on topics such as science and theology, human consciousness, and the problem of evil. She has appeared on BBC Radio 2, Radio 4 and has also written for The Times. Her books include: Broken Planet, Why, and Am I Just my Brain - which this interview focuses on. Here are some of the questions we explore in this conversation: — The mind-body problem - how could a mindless universe produce conscious beings? — Sharon’s views on the explanatory power of panpsychism — How can we make sense of the immense suffering in the world and natural disasters — How our image of God impacts our mental health and wellbeing. And more. You can learn more about Sharon’s work and books at https://www.dirckx.org. --- Sharon Dirckx is a speaker and author whose work focuses on responding to the spiritual and faith-related questions that people ask today. She is motivated to show how and why the person of Jesus Christ remains as relevant as ever to the pertinent questions of our time, and to do so in an engaging way. Originally from a scientific background, she has a PhD in brain imaging from the University of Cambridge. Sharon is invited to speak and lecture across the UK and internationally, in workplaces, universities, schools, churches and conferences. --- Interview Links: — Sharon’s website - https://www.dirckx.org — Sharon’s books - https://amzn.to/4iFKVPk