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#325 – Michael Levin: Biology, Life, Aliens, Evolution, Embryogenesis & Xenobots

Lex Fridman Podcast

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Exploring Unconventional Cognition

This chapter examines the concept of unconventional cognition, highlighting the limitations of traditional cognitive science in understanding diverse forms of intelligence. It discusses the complexities of communication with living systems, including xenobots and plants, while questioning the nature of consciousness across different life forms. The conversation ultimately reflects on the ethical implications of recognizing intelligence in both terrestrial and extraterrestrial beings, challenging existing frameworks for assessing consciousness.

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