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The Magician’s Twin, with David Berlinski, Stephen Meyer, and James Orr | Uncommon Knowledge | Peter Robinson | Hoover Institution

Uncommon Knowledge

CHAPTER

Debate on the Mind-Body Problem and Origin of the Universe

The chapter delves into a debate between materialist and non-materialist perspectives on the mind-body problem, discussing consciousness, intelligence, and the challenges faced in explaining internal mental experiences. It also explores the historical perspective on cosmological views, the resistance towards theories like the Big Bang, and the impact of scientific discoveries on philosophical discussions about the origins of the universe.

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