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Ep. 271 - Arguments for God from AI w/Dr. Selmer Bringsjord

Parker's Pensées

CHAPTER

The Turing Machine Thought Experiment

This chapter examines computation's complexities through a thought experiment involving a Turing machine, illustrating the concepts of reversibility and digital experiences. It explores the distinction between computational cognition and phenomenal consciousness, arguing that the latter's qualities defy reversibility and challenge standard computational theories. Engaging with philosophical frameworks, the discussion also highlights the impact of artificial intelligence advancements on our understanding of consciousness and cognition.

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