#157 Andrew M. Davis - Process Philosophy, Metaphysics & Meaning.

Andrew M. Davis, Ph.D. is an American process philosopher, theologian, and scholar of the cosmos. He is research and academic director for the Center for Process Studies where he researches, writes, teaches, and organizes conferences on various aspects of process-relational thought. An advocate of metaphysics and meaning in a hospitable universe, he approaches philosophy as the endeavor to systematically think through what reality must be like because we are a part of it. He is author, editor, and co-editor of nearly a dozen books including Mind, Value, and Cosmos: On the Relational Nature of Ultimacy (2020); Process Cosmology: New Integrations in Science and Philosophy (2022); Metaphysics of Exo-Life: Toward a Constructive Whiteheadian Cosmotheology (2023); and Whitehead's Universe: A Prismatic Introduction (forthcoming, 2026).    summary   Andrew M. Davis discusses process philosophy, Whitehead's metaphysics, consciousness, God, and the future of science and religion. Explore how these ideas shape our understanding of reality, morality, and technology.      Chapters   00:00 Introduction to Andrew Davis and his work 02:21 The significance of Whitehead's philosophy today 04:19 Whitehead's influence on science, religion, and meaning 08:35 Explaining process philosophy to newcomers 12:21 The starting point: experience as revelation 16:17 The history of mechanistic worldview and its consequences 20:48 Science, metaphysics, and the evolution of ideas 26:14 Whitehead's view on Christianity and other religions 33:10 The nature of reality, consciousness, and God 37:45 The hard problem of consciousness and process thought 45:03 Morality, aesthetics, and the evolution of values 51:56 The future of AI, transhumanism, and ethical considerations 01:08:44 Addressing social engineering, social media, and sovereignty 01:11:39 Andrew Davis's current projects and how to connect 01:12:58 Closing thoughts and next steps     https://www.andrewmdavis.info/ Music for episode Renick Turley SedonaFilm | Musician . Cinematographer. Editor  https://www.instagram.com/sedona_film/ https://vimeo.com/renickdp   Connect with Ryan Anderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awonderjunkie/ awonderjunkie.com www.breathe4flow.com Rumble https://rumble.com/user/awonderjunkie Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@awonderjunkie iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-wondejunkie/id1739838765 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1CcQXpxfV9P89IrKmtV2hS?si=6519a88aef444ba0 https://vivarays.com/ryananderson Use Code : WONDER for 10% off. Incandescent lighting https://strainlesslighting.com/ 10% off use the code “WONDER” at checkout.       keywords   Process Philosophy, Whitehead, Consciousness, God, Metaphysics, Science, Religion, AI, Transhumanism, Value Theory, Alfred North Whitehead, AI, Psychedelics, Logos, Christianity, Gnostic, Wonderjunkie, Breathe, Mindfulness    key  topics   Whitehead's process philosophy and metaphysics The nature of consciousness and experience The concept of God in process thought The evolution of science, religion, and morality The impact of AI and technology on human values   The content contained herein may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed, in whole or in part, without the express written permission of Breathe4Flow LLC. This presentation is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be construed as a means to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition. Furthermore, it is not to be interpreted as medical or legal advice, opinion, or recommendation. The information is for entertainment purposes. This Podcast is not medical advice or any other type of advice.  This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without expressed written permission from AWonderJunkie LLC. The purpose of this conversation is to convey information. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure a condition; nor is it to be considered medical or legal advice, opinion or recommendation. This information is for entertainment purposes only.