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David Wolpert on Free Will, The Limits of Science, No Free Lunch theorem, and Mathematical Universe

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

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Exploring Free Will and Supernatural Beliefs

This chapter examines the evolution of human supernatural beliefs and the psychological underpinnings of religion, linking them to adaptive survival strategies. It critiques contemporary theories of free will, particularly highlighting Sabine Hossenfelder's perspective on super determinism, and discusses the philosophical implications of viewing free will through deterministic and metaphysical lenses. The conversation raises questions about consciousness, the nature of control, and the intersection of science and metaphysics in understanding human agency.

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