

Adam Safron ~ Active Inference Insights 006 ~ Psychedelics, Emotions, The Body
Feb 1, 2024
In this podcast, Adam Safron discusses psychedelics, evolution, extended minds, and the role of the body in cognitive systems. They explore the origins of psychedelic experiences, the intersection of psychedelics and active inference, and the future of psychedelic therapy. The conversation delves into consciousness, Bayesian inference, and the impact of hallucinations on beliefs.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Role of the Body in Structuring Core Knowledge
02:03 • 3min
Exploring Active Inference and Extended Mind Hypothesis
04:48 • 26min
Exploring Perceptual Inference and Evolutionary Priors
30:31 • 14min
Exploring the Phenomenon of Consciousness
44:12 • 25min
Exploring Language, Models, and Interpretations in the Free Energy Principle
01:09:40 • 7min
Evolutionary Roots of Psychedelic Experiences
01:16:35 • 17min
Psychedelics and Active Inference
01:33:50 • 10min
Exploration of Technical and Behavioral Concepts in Various Scenarios
01:44:04 • 5min
Exploring the Future of Psychedelic Therapy and Challenges Ahead
01:49:07 • 8min