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#374 - Consciousness and the Physical World

Making Sense with Sam Harris - Subscriber Content

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Exploring the Challenges of Consciousness and Artificial Intelligence

Delve into the complexities of consciousness, from the posterior hot zone of the brain to philosophical debates on eliminative materialism and physicalism. Discover the implications of computational functionalism suggesting consciousness as an emergent property of information processing, leading to discussions on the potential future of conscious machines and humanoid robots. Consider the ethical and existential dilemmas surrounding the recognition of consciousness in AI beings, alongside the uncertainties of a future where humanity coexists with superior artificially intelligent entities.

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