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#521 - Sabine Hossenfelder - Life's Mysteries, Explained By Physics

Modern Wisdom

CHAPTER

Boltzmann Brains and the Nature of Knowledge

This chapter examines the intriguing idea of Boltzmann brains, suggesting the spontaneous emergence of consciousness in an eternal universe. It delves into the interplay between determinism and unpredictability in scientific discovery, highlighting how true knowledge often requires intuitive insights beyond existing frameworks. The conversation further explores consciousness, critiquing conventional scientific approaches and contemplating the future of artificial intelligence in relation to these complex philosophical ideas.

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