

Anil Seth: A Controlled Hallucination
Oct 24, 2021
Anil Seth, a Professor of Cognitive and Computational Neuroscience at the University of Sussex and Co-Director of the Sackler Centre for Consciousness Science, dives deep into how our brains create perceptions. He discusses the differences between reality and simulation, emphasizing the ethical implications of virtual technologies. Seth explores how art influences our understanding of self and reality, particularly through cinema's emotional power. He also addresses the fascinating interplay between consciousness, creativity, and modern neuroscience, encouraging dialogue between art and science.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Perception, Art, and the Self
04:31 • 22min
Creativity in Science and Art
26:56 • 11min
The Brain's Emotions and Creativity
37:29 • 8min
Navigating the Line Between Reality and Simulation
45:00 • 4min
Exploring Change Blindness in Perception
48:50 • 2min
Consciousness and Cinema: Bridging Science and Philosophy
50:29 • 15min
Exploring Consciousness Through Film and Neuroscience
01:05:02 • 4min