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Bayes Blast 35 – Disproving The Blindsight Thesis

The Bayesian Conspiracy

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Intro

This chapter presents a discussion on Peter Watts' novel 'Blindsight', where participants share their reflections on the text and delve into the complexities of consciousness. The dialogue examines consciousness as a potentially costly and inefficient function of the brain, alongside insights into Watts' writing inspirations and scientific inquiries.

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