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- 38. Superstition & MindfulnessTraditional superstition is one of the best examples of mindlessly “going thru the motions.” Many people don’t even know why these behaviors they constantly engage in are supposed to bring them good luck.6 min
- 37. The Fermi ParadoxThe Fermi Paradox is a famous observation about how peculiar it is that we haven’t received any broadcasts from alien species. What might it tell us about humanity’s own future?7 min
- 36. Morality & Choice in Video GamesIn abstractions of the real world (like video games), it’s necessary to ignore some complexities. But do video games maybe ignore too much?6 min
- 35. Health Care RhetoricHealth care is a complicated issue, regardless of the straightforward answers posed by some.6 min
- 34. Should Big Data Run Government?Big Data can find relationships & patterns that we wouldn’t even think to look for – how would you feel about letting it run your country?6 min
- 125. What Is Consciousness
There’s much ado about “consciousness,” but what even is it? What’s the big deal? How hard could it be? @_@ (At least as hard as FOCUSING THE CAMERA GAH)
Video: http://youtu.be/2ZN3BiRV_Xc
Show Notes: https://thunkshow.com/2017/08/23/125.-What-Is-Consciousness.html
9 min - 125. What is Consciousness?There's much ado about "consciousness," but what even is it? What's the big deal? How hard could it be? @_@9 min
- 124. Play Theory
All work & no play make Jack not only dull, but also evolutionarily disadvantaged…
Video: http://youtu.be/NQ0j-gOLNUk
Show Notes: https://thunkshow.com/2017/08/09/124.-Play-Theory.html
9 min - 123. Personal Identity and the Transporter Paradox
What makes me “me?” How can I still be me, even though I change over time? Is Starfleet taking applications yet?
Video: http://youtu.be/Bbp_e9UT2mk
Show Notes: https://thunkshow.com/2017/07/26/123.-Personal-Identity-and-the-Transporter-Paradox.html
12 min - 123. Personal Identity & the Transporter ParadoxWhat makes me "me?" How can I still be me, even though I change over time? Is Starfleet taking applications yet?12 min
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