The Nature of Consciousness

Consciousness and its relation to the brain and physical world are discussed. Different philosophical positions regarding consciousness are explored, including physicalism, dualism, idealism, and neutral monism. The speakers share their own views, with one being attracted to panpsychism and the other advocating for a broader understanding of the physical world. The limitations of neuroscience in explaining consciousness are acknowledged, and the need for philosophical reflection in addition to empirical science is emphasized.