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Elan Barenholtz
Cognitive scientist at Florida Atlantic University. He researches the relationship between language and perception, particularly how language models can function without external grounding.
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Jun 13, 2025
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The Theory That Shatters Language Itself
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Elan Barenholtz, a cognitive scientist at Florida Atlantic University, dives deep into the unsettling idea that language operates as a self-contained system, detached from the external world. He reveals how AI can generate language devoid of inherent meaning, prompting a reevaluation of mind and perception. The conversation covers the fluidity of language, its relationship with sensory experiences, and the fascinating dynamics of language models. Barenholtz challenges traditional perceptions and highlights the complexities of understanding reality through linguistic constructs.
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