J. Birch

J. Birch, an author investigating the nuances of consciousness and suffering across species, delves into thought-provoking questions about sentience. They discuss whether octopuses can feel pain and the implications of consciousness in brain-injured individuals. Birch also addresses the ethical conundrums involving not just animals but also AI, prompting listeners to reconsider our understanding of suffering. The conversation encourages a precautionary approach to ethical decision-making in a world filled with uncertainties about sentient beings.