On this episode, hosts Robert J. Marks and Angus Menuge welcome Dr. Mihretu Guta to discuss his contribution to the recent volume Minding the Brain. Dr. Guta discusses the nature of consciousness and the challenges in understanding it from a philosophical perspective. He argues that consciousness is a unique property that is deeply subjective and personal, making it difficult to study Read More › Source

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Joshua Farris, an expert in religious anthropology and the philosophy of mind, dives deep into Descartes' influence on contemporary thought. He unpacks the implications of "I think, therefore I am" for the mind-body debate. Farris also explores the dynamic interplay between faith and rationality, revealing differing perspectives from theists and atheists. Additionally, he critiques reductionist views in neuroscience, highlighting the enduring relevance of Cartesian ideas in understanding consciousness and human experience.

Is your mind the same thing as your brain? Or are there aspects of mind that are external to the biology of the brain? This is the mind-body problem, and it has captivated curious minds since the dawn of human contemplation. Today many insist that the mind is completely reducible to the brain. But is that claim justified? On this Read More › Source

Dr. Robert J. Marks, a professor at Baylor University and director of the Discovery Institute’s AI center, delves into the fascinating interplay between AI and human creativity. He underscores the irreplaceable qualities of human imagination and debates the limitations of AI, which relies on existing information for its outputs. The discussion also touches on educational initiatives surrounding intelligent design and the implications of AI in warfare. Marks emphasizes the need for caution, advocating for human oversight in navigating AI's potential and challenges.

In this episode, Pat Flynn and Dr. Michael Egnor conclude their discussion of Dr. Egnor’s contribution to the recent volume Minding the Brain. Flynn and Dr. Egnor discuss Thomistic dualism and its relation to neuroscience and the soul. Thomistic dualism is the belief that the soul is a separate entity from the body and that the rational aspects of the soul, Read More › Source

In this episode, lawyer and Mind Matters News contributor Richard W. Stevens is on the show to discuss the legal issues and challenges around copyright, fair use, and the use of copyrighted material by AI systems. They discuss the implications of a recent Supreme Court case, Warhol vs. Goldsmith, that tackles the legal concepts of “derivative work” and “transformative work.” Read More › Source

In this episode, Pat Flynn and Dr. Michael Egnor continue their discussion of Dr. Egnor’s contribution to the recent volume Minding the Brain. Flynn and Egnor discuss various criticisms of materialism in neuroscience. They touch on topics such as near-death experiences, the limitations of the computational theory of mind, and the nature of artificial intelligence. Dr. Egnor also addresses common questions Read More › Source

On this episode, host Pat Flynn begins a wide-ranging conversation with Dr. Michael Egnor about topics such as mind, brain, dualism, the nature of the human person, neuroscience, and the soul. Dr. Egnor argues for dualism, stating that there are aspects of the mind that are not generated by the brain. They also discuss research on split-brain patients and its Read More › Source

Doug Smith, a software engineer and author, dives into the deceptive allure of addictive technologies with host Robert Marks. They critique the Apple Vision Pro VR headset and its spiritual marketing tactics, questioning the authenticity of tech-induced experiences. The discussion touches on a California church idolizing AI and explores how technology shapes societal perceptions. Smith emphasizes the urgent need for moderation in media use, advocating for real connections over screen addiction.

On this episode, software engineer and author Doug Smith discusses the growing problem of virtual reality (VR) pornography and its negative effects. He also talks about Apple’s new VR headset, Vision Pro, and raises concerns about its potential impact on users. Smith criticizes Apple’s marketing of Vision Pro, highlighting the false vision, false connection, and false control it promotes. He Read More › Source