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J. Birch
The guest is the author of a book discussing risk and precaution in humans, animals, and AI.
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Aug 7, 2024
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EA - The Edge of Sentience: Risk and Precaution in Humans, Other Animals, and AI by J. Birch
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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.
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