Mind Chat with Philip Goff and Keith Frankish

Mind Chat

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Philip Goff is a philosopher who thinks consciousness pervades the universe. Keith Frankish is a philosopher who thinks consciousness* doesn't even exist. From their very different perspectives, Keith and Philip interview leading scientists and philosophers of consciousness, engaging and debating in a friendly way in pursuit of truth. Mind Chat aims to be highly accessible, allowing those with no background in science and/or philosophy to get a grip on the cutting edge of the field.(*To be more precise, Keith thinks *phenomenal* consciousness doesn't exist; listen to find out what this is.)

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Mind Chat with Philip Goff and Keith Frankish

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Christof Koch: The Integrated Information Theory of Consciousness 20.07.2021 1:35:49

Christof Koch is a neuroscientist and proponent of the integrated information theory of consciousness, or 'IIT". In this episode we explore with Christof the science and philosophy of IIT.

Janet Levin: The Materialist Theory of Consciousness 03.06.2021 1:42:26

Professor Janet Levin is a materialist about consciousness. She thinks our feelings and experiences are identical with physical processes in the brain. In this episode we will explore Janet's position and how she responds to arguments that try to show that consciousness alludes physical explanation.

Tim O'Connor: Interview with a Dualist 22.05.2021 1:55:42

Tim O'Connor is a dualist: someone who thinks consciousness is not physical. People tend to think of dualists as believing in the soul, a supernatural entity distinct from the physical workings of the body and the brain. However, Tim's dualism is very different. He thinks consciousness resides in the brain, and is brought into existence by the physical particles that ultimately make up the brain....