
249 | Peter Godfrey-Smith on Sentience and Octopus Minds
Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas
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Exploring Consciousness Through Cephalopods
This chapter interweaves philosophy and biology as the speaker reflects on their fascination with cephalopods sparked by a scuba diving experience. It examines the evolving understanding of consciousness, self-awareness, and the implications for various species, challenging traditional notions and promoting a more integrated perspective of mind and biology.
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