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Bernardo Kastrup: Refuting Materialism (Lecture 1 of 2)

Adventures in Awareness

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Challenging Materialism: A Philosophical Exploration

This chapter critiques metaphysical materialism, emphasizing how perceptions of reality are shaped by our consciousness rather than physical properties. It contrasts materialism with alternative frameworks like panpsychism and idealism, underscoring the limitations of a purely quantitative understanding of existence. Through discussions on perception, qualities, and the nature of reality, the chapter invites listeners to rethink foundational philosophical beliefs and their implications on our sense of meaning.

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