Highlights: #190 – Eric Schwitzgebel on whether the US is conscious
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The Reliability of Human Intuition and the Nature of Consciousness
This chapter explores the reasons why human intuitions can be unreliable in philosophical thinking, discussing how evolutionary, developmental, and social histories shape our intuitions. The conversation delves into the complexities of consciousness, examining the role of eyes in attributing mental states and questioning the potential existence of alien consciousness. Additionally, the chapter delves into the concept of group consciousness, pondering whether entities like countries or cities can be considered conscious beings.
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