
#455 – Adam Frank: Alien Civilizations and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life
Lex Fridman Podcast
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Rethinking Experience and Agency in Quantum Physics
This chapter challenges traditional philosophical beliefs by exploring the intertwined nature of experience and reality, advocating for a perspective that values both scientific observation and first-person experience. It delves into quantum mechanics, emphasizing the impact of the observer on measurement and the importance of agency in living systems. By contrasting Western and Eastern philosophical traditions, the conversation highlights the need to integrate human experience into scientific discourse for a comprehensive understanding of consciousness and time.
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