Donald Hoffman on the fundamental nature of consciousness (the most technical interview published with him)

Donald Hoffman, a cognitive psychologist and professor at UC Irvine, joins for a deep dive into consciousness. He introduces the conscious agent model, exploring how perception shapes our reality. The conversation investigates the impacts of the pandemic on human behavior and the challenges of meditation. Hoffman challenges materialist views, suggesting reality emerges from consciousness. They also discuss the intricate relationship between consciousness and causality, identity, and the nature of existence, pushing listeners to rethink their understanding of reality.