In this episode, we cover the question of consciousness in Westworld. Do host have a different level of consciousness than humans? Do the host have to prove their consciousness or do humans have to prove the host don't? What are the moral implications of the host having consciousness? How does this relate back to the broader question of personhood? All of this discussed!As I mentioned in the show, at the end of the Westworld series I'll be giving away a few books! To enter, just send me an email with proof that you're subscribed to my podcast, plus you can recieve a second entry by leaving a rating or review.Email: [email protected] you would like to support the podcast visit my Patreon page to recieve some more perks as well. You can find that page here: https://www.patreon.com/thephilosophyguyEmail to enter book giveaway: [email protected] or use my contact page at: https://thephilosophyguy.fireside.fm/

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