Jack Bagby
Professor of Philosophy, Cosmology, and Consciousness at the California Institute of Integral Studies and expert on Henri Bergson's philosophy. He also works as a musician and composer, applying Bergsonian metaphysics to music theory.
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Mar 13, 2025 • 2h 48min
Bergson's Harmonic Theory of Consciousness - Dr. Jack Bagby, DemystifySci #327
Dr. Jack Bagby, a philosophy and consciousness expert, dives into Henri Bergson's revolutionary ideas. He discusses how context shapes our understanding of music and reality, illustrating this with unconventional musical instruments and tuning methods. The conversation touches on the deep connections between creativity, consciousness, and human experience, emphasizing the limitations of scientific measurements in grasping sensations. Additionally, Bagby critiques artificial intelligence and explores resonance theory, revealing the profound impact of music on perception and emotional experiences.
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Apr 20, 2024 • 24min
Matter and Memory: An Intro to Henri Bergson with Jack Bagby
Jack Bagby, an expert on Henri Bergson's 'Matter and Memory', delves into Bergson's theory of perception, memory, and consciousness. They discuss Bergson's influence on other philosophers, the complexity of our experience of images, perceptual hierarchy, ethical considerations, dreams, and the relevance of Bergson's methodology to modern cognitive studies.
