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How Much Do We Really Know About Consciousness? | Bill Nye EP 496

Jan 16, 2024

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Bill Nye, a scientist who explores consciousness and the science of thinking, discusses the challenges of understanding consciousness, addiction's impact on brain function, and the unreliable nature of perception and memory. He touches upon the concept of 'justified true belief' and uses the 'what color is the dress?' controversy as an example. The conversation also encompasses addiction, obsession, and gender fluidity.

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Understanding consciousness and proving what is true are challenging tasks for researchers.

Addiction alters brain function and perception, leading to self-consistent yet deceptive narratives.

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Understanding Consciousness, Addiction, and Perception

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Bill Nye delves into the intricacies of consciousness and the science of thinking, emphasizing the challenges researchers face in understanding the nature of consciousness. He touches upon the concept of "justified true belief" and explores the complexities of proving what is true. Nye discusses addiction, highlighting how it alters brain function and perception, leading individuals to construct self-consistent yet deceptive narratives. As a skeptic, he underscores the unreliability of perception and memory, using examples like the "what color is the dress?" controversy. The conversation extends to the spectrum of human experiences, linking topics such as addiction, obsession, and gender fluidity.

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