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Exploring Consciousness: Anil Seth on Reality, AI, Perception, and Psychedelics


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What is consciousness? How do we perceive reality? Will AI become conscious? 

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Anil Seth, renowned author of "Being You: A New Science of Consciousness" and a TED Talk speaker with over 14 million views. In this episode, we delve into the profound questions of consciousness, perception, and reality.

Dr. Seth discusses his groundbreaking work on the nature of consciousness, exploring how our brains construct the reality we experience. We touch on the existential implications of life and death, the concept of the brain as a prediction machine, and the idea of reality as a controlled hallucination.

Key highlights of the conversation include:

* Dr. Seth's personal dedication to his mother and the existential reflections it inspired.

* The nature of consciousness and what it means to be aware.
* How our brains predict and construct our perception of the world.
* The fascinating insights psychedelics provide into the workings of our mind.
* The potential and limitations of AI in achieving consciousness.
* The role of emotions and bodily states in shaping our experiences.
* Dr. Seth also shares his thoughts on the future of consciousness research and the potential for AI to mimic human-like consciousness. Whether you're a science enthusiast, a philosophy lover, or simply curious about the nature of reality, this conversation is sure to captivate and inspire you.

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EPISODE LINKS:
Dr. Anil Seth:
Web: www.anilseth.com
X: @AnilKSeth
📘 Get the book: "Being You: A New Science of Consciousness": https://amzn.to/3ReChwn

Adelson's Checkerboard: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Checker_shadow_illusion

Donald Hoffman Interview: https://youtu.be/X-gPsuyFpgo


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- Host, Nick Standlea: @NickStandlea
Guest, Dr Anil Seth: @profanilseth


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