Jeff Hawkins, the founder of Numenta, dives into groundbreaking concepts like the Thousand Brains Theory of Intelligence. He explores how our understanding of the neocortex can revolutionize AI, emphasizing its role in sensory processing and memory. The podcast also delves into how human cognitive models can inform machine learning, advocating for simplicity in AI strategies. Hawkins raises philosophical questions about intelligence and consciousness, shedding light on the intersection of neuroscience, technology, and even the nature of mortality.

Join Jeff Hawkins, a leading neuroscientist and co-founder of Numenta, as he unveils the fascinating 'Thousand Brains Theory of Intelligence.' He discusses how our brains operate multiple modeling systems simultaneously, shaping our understanding of the world. Hawkins emphasizes the power of prediction in cognition and explores the complex relationship between human intelligence and machine learning. Additionally, he reflects on the philosophical implications of AI, love, and compassion, and what our legacy might mean for future civilizations.

In this episode, neuroscientist Jeff Hawkins, founder of Numenta and author of 'A Thousand Brains', teams up with Viviane Clay, director of the Thousand Brains Project and cognitive computing expert. They delve into the Thousand Brains Theory, examining the brain's cortical columns and their significance in sensory integration. The duo contrasts this with deep learning, emphasizing a new AI paradigm rooted in human-like learning. They also discuss the concept of affordances, curiosity in technology, and the transformative potential of their findings on our understanding of intelligence.

In this conversation, Jeff Hawkins, a renowned theoretician and author of "A Thousand Brains," unveils groundbreaking insights into how our brain processes information. He explores the idea that instead of one singular model of reality, our brains may operate with multiple models simultaneously. Hawkins distinguishes how our perception is formed through distinct cortical columns, enhancing rapid decision-making. He also raises intriguing questions about AI's ability to truly understand environments, highlighting the philosophical implications of our sensory experiences.

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mlst The ultimate goal of neuroscience is to learn how the human brain gives rise to human intelligence and what it means to be intelligent. Understanding how the brain works is considered one of humanity’s greatest challenges.  Jeff Hawkins thinks that the reality we perceive is a kind of simulation, a hallucination, a confabulation. He thinks that our brains are a model reality based on thousands of information streams originating from the sensors in our body.  Critically - Hawkins doesn’t think there is just one model but rather; thousands.  Jeff has just released his new book, A thousand brains: a new theory of intelligence. It’s an inspiring and well-written book and I hope after watching this show; you will be inspired to read it too.  https://numenta.com/a-thousand-brains-by-jeff-hawkins/ https://numenta.com/blog/2019/01/16/the-thousand-brains-theory-of-intelligence/ Panel: Dr. Keith Duggar https://twitter.com/DoctorDuggar Connor Leahy https://twitter.com/npcollapse