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Rationally Speaking #39 - The Science and Philosophy of Free Will

Rationally Speaking Podcast

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Exploring the Complex Concept of Free Will

The chapter discusses various scientific experiments, including the Benjamin Libet experiment, to analyze the concept of free will and conscious decision-making. It delves into the relationship between subconscious urges and conscious awareness, raising questions about the true nature of free will and volition. The conversation explores the idea of free will as a conscious veto power over impulses and contrasts human decision-making with animal instincts.

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