AI & Consciousness: Philosophical Debates, Ethical Implications & the Future of Conscious Machines In this episode of Breaking Math, hosts Autumn and Gabriel explore the intricate relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and consciousness. Delve into historical perspectives, philosophical debates, and the ethical questions surrounding the creation of conscious machines. Key topics include the evolution of AI, challenges in defining and testing consciousness, and the potential rights of AI beings. We also examine the Turing Test, the debate between strong AI vs. weak AI, and concepts like personhood and integrated information theory. Perfect for anyone interested in AI ethics, the nature of consciousness, and the responsibilities of advanced AI technology. Keywords: AI, consciousness, Turing test, strong AI, weak AI, ethics, philosophy, personhood, integrated information theory, neural networks <a href="https://www.patreon.com/breakingmath">Become a patron of Breaking Math</a> for as little as a buck a month <a href="https://x.com/breakingmathpod">Follow Breaking Math on Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/breakingmathmedia/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/breaking-math/">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://breakingmath.io/">Website</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingMathPod">YouTube</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@breakingmathmedia">TikTok</a>Follow Autumn on <a href="https://x.com/1autumn_leaf">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/1autumnleaf/">Instagram</a>Follow Gabe on <a href="https://x.com/TechPodGabe">Twitter</a>.Become a guest <a href="https://www.breakingmath.io/contact">here</a>email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

AI & Consciousness: Philosophical Debates, Ethical Implications & the Future of Conscious Machines In this episode of Breaking Math, hosts Autumn and Gabriel explore the intricate relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and consciousness. Delve into historical perspectives, philosophical debates, and the ethical questions surrounding the creation of conscious machines. Key topics include the evolution of AI, challenges in defining and testing consciousness, and the potential rights of AI beings. We also examine the Turing Test, the debate between strong AI vs. weak AI, and concepts like personhood and integrated information theory. Perfect for anyone interested in AI ethics, the nature of consciousness, and the responsibilities of advanced AI technology. Keywords: AI, consciousness, Turing test, strong AI, weak AI, ethics, philosophy, personhood, integrated information theory, neural networks Become a patron of Breaking Math for as little as a buck a month Follow Breaking Math on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Website, YouTube, TikTok Follow Autumn on Twitter and Instagram Follow Gabe on Twitter. Become a guest here email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

AI &amp; Consciousness: Philosophical Debates, Ethical Implications &amp; the Future of Conscious Machines In this episode of Breaking Math, hosts Autumn and Gabriel explore the intricate relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and consciousness. Delve into historical perspectives, philosophical debates, and the ethical questions surrounding the creation of conscious machines. Key topics include the evolution of AI, challenges in defining and testing consciousness, and the potential rights of AI beings. We also examine the Turing Test, the debate between strong AI vs. weak AI, and concepts like personhood and integrated information theory. Perfect for anyone interested in AI ethics, the nature of consciousness, and the responsibilities of advanced AI technology. Keywords: AI, consciousness, Turing test, strong AI, weak AI, ethics, philosophy, personhood, integrated information theory, neural networks <a href="https://www.patreon.com/breakingmath" rel="noopener noreferrer">Become a patron of Breaking Math</a> for as little as a buck a month <a href="https://x.com/breakingmathpod" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow Breaking Math on Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/breakingmathmedia/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/breaking-math/" rel="noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://breakingmath.io/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Website</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingMathPod" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@breakingmathmedia" rel="noopener noreferrer">TikTok</a>Follow Autumn on <a href="https://x.com/1autumn_leaf" rel="noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/1autumnleaf/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a>Follow Gabe on <a href="https://x.com/TechPodGabe" rel="noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a>.Become a guest <a href="https://www.breakingmath.io/contact" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

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Breaking Math is a deep-dive science, technology, engineering, AI, and mathematics podcast that explores the world through the lens of logic, patterns, and critical thinking. Hosted by Autumn Phaneuf, an expert in industrial engineering, operations research and applied mathematics, and Gabriel Hesch, an electrical engineer (host from 2016-2024) with a passion for mathematical clarity, the show is dedicated to uncovering the mathematical structures behind science, engineering, technology, and the systems that shape our future.What began as a conversation about math as a pure and elegant discipline has evolved into a platform for bold, interdisciplinary dialogue. Each episode of Breaking Math takes listeners on an intellectual journey—whether it’s into the strange beauty of chaos theory, the ethical dilemmas of AI, the deep structures of biological evolution, or the thermodynamics of black holes. Along the way, Autumn and Gabriel interview leading thinkers and working scientists from across the spectrum: computer scientists, quantum physicists, chemists, philosophers, neuroscientists, and more.But this isn’t just a podcast about equations—it’s a show about how mathematics influences the way we think, create, build, and understand. Breaking Math pushes back against the idea that STEM belongs behind a paywall or an academic podium. It’s for the curious, the critical, the creative—for anyone who believes that ideas should be rigorous, accessible, and infused with wonder.If you've ever wondered:<ul> <li>What’s the math behind machine learning?</li> <li>How do we quantify uncertainty in climate models?</li> <li>Can consciousness be described in AI?</li> <li>Why does beauty matter in an equation?</li></ul>Then you’re in the right place.At its heart, Breaking Math is about building bridges—between disciplines, between experts and the public, and between the abstract world of mathematics and the messy, magnificent reality we live in. With humor, clarity, and deep respect for complexity, Autumn and Gabriel invite you to rethink what math can be—and how it can help us shape a better future.Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Website: <a href="https://breakingmath.io/">https://breakingmath.io</a> Linktree: <a href="https://linktr.ee/breakingmathmedia">https://linktr.ee/breakingmathmedia</a> Email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

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Breaking Math is a deep-dive science, technology, engineering, AI, and mathematics podcast that explores the world through the lens of logic, patterns, and critical thinking. Hosted by Autumn Phaneuf, an expert in industrial engineering, operations research and applied mathematics, and Gabriel Hesch, an electrical engineer (host from 2016-2024) with a passion for mathematical clarity, the show is dedicated to uncovering the mathematical structures behind science, engineering, technology, and the systems that shape our future. What began as a conversation about math as a pure and elegant discipline has evolved into a platform for bold, interdisciplinary dialogue. Each episode of Breaking Math takes listeners on an intellectual journey—whether it’s into the strange beauty of chaos theory, the ethical dilemmas of AI, the deep structures of biological evolution, or the thermodynamics of black holes. Along the way, Autumn and Gabriel interview leading thinkers and working scientists from across the spectrum: computer scientists, quantum physicists, chemists, philosophers, neuroscientists, and more. But this isn’t just a podcast about equations—it’s a show about how mathematics influences the way we think, create, build, and understand. Breaking Math pushes back against the idea that STEM belongs behind a paywall or an academic podium. It’s for the curious, the critical, the creative—for anyone who believes that ideas should be rigorous, accessible, and infused with wonder. If you've ever wondered: What’s the math behind machine learning? How do we quantify uncertainty in climate models? Can consciousness be described in AI? Why does beauty matter in an equation?Then you’re in the right place. At its heart, Breaking Math is about building bridges—between disciplines, between experts and the public, and between the abstract world of mathematics and the messy, magnificent reality we live in. With humor, clarity, and deep respect for complexity, Autumn and Gabriel invite you to rethink what math can be—and how it can help us shape a better future. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Website: https://breakingmath.io Linktree: https://linktr.ee/breakingmathmedia Email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

Breaking Math is a deep-dive science, technology, engineering, AI, and mathematics podcast that explores the world through the lens of logic, patterns, and critical thinking. Hosted by Autumn Phaneuf, an expert in industrial engineering, operations research and applied mathematics, and Gabriel Hesch, an electrical engineer (host from 2016-2024) with a passion for mathematical clarity, the show is dedicated to uncovering the mathematical structures behind science, engineering, technology, and the systems that shape our future.What began as a conversation about math as a pure and elegant discipline has evolved into a platform for bold, interdisciplinary dialogue. Each episode of Breaking Math takes listeners on an intellectual journey—whether it’s into the strange beauty of chaos theory, the ethical dilemmas of AI, the deep structures of biological evolution, or the thermodynamics of black holes. Along the way, Autumn and Gabriel interview leading thinkers and working scientists from across the spectrum: computer scientists, quantum physicists, chemists, philosophers, neuroscientists, and more.But this isn’t just a podcast about equations—it’s a show about how mathematics influences the way we think, create, build, and understand. Breaking Math pushes back against the idea that STEM belongs behind a paywall or an academic podium. It’s for the curious, the critical, the creative—for anyone who believes that ideas should be rigorous, accessible, and infused with wonder.If you've ever wondered:<ul> <li>What’s the math behind machine learning?</li> <li>How do we quantify uncertainty in climate models?</li> <li>Can consciousness be described in AI?</li> <li>Why does beauty matter in an equation?</li></ul>Then you’re in the right place.At its heart, Breaking Math is about building bridges—between disciplines, between experts and the public, and between the abstract world of mathematics and the messy, magnificent reality we live in. With humor, clarity, and deep respect for complexity, Autumn and Gabriel invite you to rethink what math can be—and how it can help us shape a better future.Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Website: <a href="https://breakingmath.io/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://breakingmath.io</a> Linktree: <a href="https://linktr.ee/breakingmathmedia" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://linktr.ee/breakingmathmedia</a> Email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

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