

Dan Dennett
Philosopher and cognitive scientist known for his work on consciousness, free will, and philosophy of mind.
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Oct 4, 2023 • 1h 22min
Dan Dennett on the Mysteries of the Mind
Philosopher and cognitive scientist, Dan Dennett, discusses the mysteries of the mind in his memoir. Topics include language, evolution, logic, religion, free will, consciousness, and AI. Insights on Cartesian Materialism, Intentional Stance, and Darwinism. The illusion of reality and the concept of illusionism. Determinism, unpredictability, and the potential dangers of AI. Analyzing religion as a natural phenomenon. Humor, evolution, and consciousness.

Feb 15, 2024 • 43min
From Genes To Memes: Philosopher Dan Dennett on the Evolution of Language & AI
Philosopher Dan Dennett discusses his book I've Been Thinking, evolution of language, future of human consciousness, AI technology's impact on truth and reality, dangers of AI manipulation, power of intuition pumps, humorous anecdotes, hidden shame of Wittgenstein's sexuality, and the role of memes in cultural evolution.