#19: Is anything objective? Philosophy of mind, Biophilia, and why A.I. is not what we think with Inês Hipólito

Jun 5, 2024

Philosopher Inês Hipólito explores the dangers of the computational theory of mind and the role of AI in our environment. They discuss critical thinking, enaction, technology, and the need for sustainable, interconnected living. Emphasizing transparency and inclusivity in AI technologies, they call for a holistic approach to philosophy and technology that fosters a sustainable future.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Exploring Objectivity in Philosophy: A Personal Journey

02:15 • 6min

Exploration of Inactivism and its Philosophical Connections

08:26 • 4min

Intertwining Objective and Subjective Perspectives

12:07 • 22min

The Impact of Academia on Scientific Practices and the Influence of Social Dynamics

34:10 • 2min

Embracing Change: Philosophy and Science Intersect

36:03 • 8min

Exploring the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Human Cognition

44:00 • 22min

Redefining Artificial Intelligence: Accountability, Responsibility, and Societal Impact

01:05:40 • 3min

Critical Analysis of Technology and Human Experience

01:08:48 • 19min

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Is anything objective? Philosophers Inês Hipólito and Andrea discuss how Inês became a philosopher and in so doing, discuss the computational theory of mind, critical thinking in the digital age, Wittgenstein, enaction, and how AI might contribute to our understanding of our environment. They move into a holistic perspective on technology, humanity, and nature, emphasizing the need for a philosophy and a technology that rekindles our ecological roots and fosters sustainable, interconnected living. Beginning with the impact of viewing the mind as a Turing machine, it emphasizes how this perspective has shaped the development and perception of AI and LLMs as entities with human-like consciousness and autonomy and calls for culturally sensitive, transparent, inclusive AI technologies that can foster a sustainable, interconnected future.

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00:00 Exploring the Dangers of Computational Theory of Mind
02:16 A Warm Welcome and the Power of Philosophy
02:40 The Philosophical Journey Begins: From Portugal to Neuroscience
04:56 Diving Deep into Philosophy: Questions That Shape a Career
07:10 The Intersection of Eastern Philosophy and Cognitive Science
09:20 Enaction and Its Philosophical Roots
21:51 The Role of Philosophy in Science and the Importance of Critical Thinking
38:33 Embracing Change: The Dynamical Systems Approach
42:38 Exploring the Philosophical Foundations of Experience
43:40 Bridging Phenomenology, Ecological Psychology, and Wittgenstein
45:16 The Intersection of Technology, AI, and Cognitive Science
46:42 AI's Societal Impact and the Importance of a Philosophical Approach
49:30 Challenging the Computational Theory of Mind
53:42 The Role of Philosophy in Unraveling AI's Complexities
01:03:29 Reimagining AI Through Active Inference and Environmental Sensitivity
01:21:22 Concluding Thoughts on Objectivity, Diversity, and the Future of AI
…the dangers of A.I. are not what you think

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