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Apr 5, 2025
Peter Tse, a Dartmouth neuroscientist, discusses the unique role of human imagination as both a gift and a potential threat. Marcelo Gleiser, an astrobiologist, shares insights on the Big Bang and emphasizes humanity's urgent need to rethink our impact on the planet. Adam Frank, an astrophysicist, explores the concept of planetary intelligence and the interconnectedness of life. Together, they highlight the necessity of transformative discussions and a shift in our understanding of intelligence, urging a more empathetic relationship with nature.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Exploring New Paradigms in Science and Philosophy
02:04 • 2min
Redefining Humanity: Science, Imagination, and Connection
03:50 • 18min
Redefining Intelligence Through Relationships
21:42 • 2min
Redefining Intelligence: A Biocentric Approach
24:07 • 5min
Galileo and the Quest for a New Scientific Renaissance
29:23 • 14min
The Living Earth: Spirituality and Gaia Theory
43:00 • 6min
Understanding Distributed Intelligences and Technological Sustainability
48:52 • 5min
