

Jaynes, Tolstoy, and Zhuangzi, with Isabela Granic
Feb 2, 2024
Isabela Granic interviews Bryan Kam about Julian Jaynes, Leo Tolstoy, and Zhuangzi. They discuss the bicameral mind theory, religious conversion experiences, the shift in understanding divinity, Tolstoy's brilliant mind, comparing Joanza's writing to James, and writers' approaches to philosophical and scientific questions.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Exploring the Bicameral Mind: Ancient Texts and Religious Beliefs
02:58 • 15min
Religious Conversion Experiences and Cognitive Archaeology
18:13 • 13min
The Shift in Understanding Divinity and Authority Throughout History
31:12 • 6min
Tolstoy's Brilliant Mind and Emotional Connection
37:19 • 13min
Comparing Joanza's Writing to James
50:18 • 9min
Exploring Writers' Approaches to Philosophical and Scientific Questions
58:52 • 3min