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#1132 Kevin Mitchell: Free Will, Robert Sapolsky, the Genomic Code, and Human Embryo Editing

The Dissenter

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Navigating Decision-Making and Free Will

This chapter explores the intricacies of decision-making, emphasizing the role of heuristics and cognitive frameworks in navigating a plethora of options. It examines the interplay between free will and influences from genetics and past experiences, while also discussing the potential for artificial intelligence to embody human-like agency. The conversation critiques deterministic views and emphasizes a nuanced understanding of decision-making, ethics, and the complex nature of free will.

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