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The Latest Research on Consciousness (Christof Koch)

The Michael Shermer Show

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Exploring the Enigma of Consciousness

The chapter delves into the complex issue of the hard problem of consciousness, contrasting it with the easier problem of tracking neural correlates. It explores the philosophical and scientific challenges in understanding consciousness, discussing theories like physicalism, idealism, and panpsychism. The speakers analyze the evolution of scientific interest in consciousness, debate various theories, and highlight the lack of a unified consensus in the scientific community regarding the nature of consciousness.

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