
281 | Samir Okasha on the Philosophy of Agency and Evolution
Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas
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Exploring Agency and Consciousness
This chapter examines the evolutionary foundations of mental representations and the complex nature of agency, particularly in relation to artificial intelligence. It discusses the philosophical implications of consciousness, the role of the nervous system, and the tension between determinism and free will. The conversation also expands to consider moral responsibility and the potential characteristics of extraterrestrial life, delving into what it means to be an agent in various contexts.
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