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Fr. Anselm Ramelow, O.P.

Professor of philosophy at the Dominican School of Philosophy and Theology in Berkeley, California, specializing in areas such as free will, history of philosophy, and philosophy of technology.

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Apr 1, 2025 • 53min

Can Machines be People, Too? | Fr. Anselm Ramelow, O.P.

Fr. Anselm Ramelow, a professor of philosophy at the Dominican School of Philosophy and Theology, dives into the intriguing question of whether machines can possess personhood. He argues that true consciousness, unity, and desire are inherently human qualities that machines lack. The discussion touches on the complexities of human experience, the philosophy of technology, and contrasts human understanding with machine processing. By examining intentionality and the uniqueness of human thought, Fr. Ramelow emphasizes the profound distinctions between artificial intelligence and genuine human intellect.
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Sep 12, 2024 • 38min

The Eschatological Implications of AI w/ Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. & Fr. Anselm Ramelow, O.P.

Join Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., a Dominican known for his theological insights, and Fr. Anselm Ramelow, O.P., a philosophy professor exploring AI ethics. They discuss how AI tools, like ChatGPT, may damage personal relationships and virtues, warning about the dangers of becoming 'moral zombies.' The conversation dives into the ethical implications of AI in education, emphasizing the need for human interactions. They also contemplate the uniqueness of human identity, encouraging a view of technology as a mere tool while urging listeners to preserve their humanity.
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May 26, 2020 • 60min

Freedom, Aquinas, and the Brain | Fr. Anselm Ramelow, O.P.

Fr. Anselm Ramelow, O.P., a Dominican friar, discusses the clash between limitless choice and scientific evidence, neuroscience experiments challenging free will, and the importance of free will in experiments. He explores the relationship between free will, rationality, decision-making, self-formation, and the impact of focus on individual choices, emphasizing the pursuit of the ultimate good as a key aspect of freedom.
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Nov 29, 2019 • 1h 1min

Does Science Need Faith? | Fr. Anselm Ramelow, O.P.

Fr. Anselm Ramelow, O.P., a Dominican priest, delves into the intersection of science and faith, exploring the parallels between scientific presuppositions and aspects of faith. He discusses the concept of intelligent design as a necessary cause of order in the universe, reflects on the challenges of understanding God through scientific reasoning, and explores the notion of God's omnibenevolence in relation to morality and order in the universe.
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Jan 30, 2019 • 1h 42min

Is Belief in Miracles Rational? | Fr. Anselm Ramelow, O.P.

Fr. Anselm Ramelow, O.P., a Dominican priest specialized in theology and philosophy, explores the rationality of belief in miracles. He challenges skepticism, discusses David Hume's arguments, analyzes witness behavior, and emphasizes the importance of historical evidence and independent testimonies. The discussion also touches on the apostles' testimony, the efficacy of prayer, and the distinction between scientific explanations and unique historical events.