Nicholas Shea Live!

Nicholas Shea, a Professor of Philosophy at the Institute of Philosophy, University of London, delves into the intersections of philosophy, cognitive science, and genetics. He shares his journey from mathematics to philosophy, influenced by thinkers like Roger Penrose. The discussion covers teliosemantics, the nature of mental representations, and their implications for consciousness. Shea tackles the complexity of intentionality and behavior through thought experiments, including the 'swamp man' scenario, while exploring how these concepts connect to evolutionary processes.