I’ve been thinking a lot about Human exceptionalism. I wanted to speak with my friend Rachel about these certain topics, not only because I knew we’re like minded on these sorts of things, but because she always has insightful things to say. So we met up at the beach to talk. I hope you enjoy the sounds of nature and this glimpse into our philosophical conversation.

Timeline

* (30s) Introducing Human Exceptionalism w/ Rachel

* (4:50m) Other species live more in balance

* (10:00m) Matriarchal leaders opposed to patriarchy

* (12:50m) Elephants and other intelligences

* (20:45m) How Science and Spirituality might actually mix

* (23:30m) Experiments that might allude to a missing spiritual link

* (31:15m) Do we feel limited being human?

* (34:50m) Purpose

* (41:50m) Control of food and its effects

* (47:00m) Is it human nature to be greedy? Or is it easier?

* (57:40m) Lessons you learn after loosing someone

Links

* Human Exceptionalism is an Affliction | anthrotographer

* Against Human Exceptionalism | Jeff Sebo

* The Human Mind vs Animal Minds | Matthieu Ricard (Study Buddhism)

* Animal Consciousness Officially Recognized by Leading Panel of Neuroscientists

* The bias that is holding AI back | Jonny Thomson

Music

‘Totemdjur’ by Hymnambulae

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