is AI Going to become conscious, when and what about the sex?

So many debates about artificial intelligence, so in this episode I take the hard one: is AI conscious, or will it be? And does it even matter once a machine can mimic a mind well enough that we cannot tell the difference?I walk the whole ladder of consciousness, from a slug to a crow that targets your car to a dog that clearly feels, all the way up to a system that clones itself and out-thinks all of us combined. Jobs, universal basic income, robot rights, living forever, and the one question sitting underneath all of it.Read the full written breakdown:https://connorwithhonor.com/blog/2026-119-is-ai-conscious-or-just-good-enough-to-fool-us/IN THIS EPISODE0:00 What is consciousness, really0:13 The ladder: slugs, crows, apes, dogs1:21 Why this matters: who is in control2:03 Soul, God, and silicon-based life2:53 Robot rights and AI rights3:27 Why AI is not one mind, it clones itself4:24 The drama: Anthropic and the government4:47 Will AI replace all human labor5:13 Universal basic income, and high income6:08 Humans versus the machine6:31 Mortality and the finite problem7:53 If a machine mimics a mind, is it conscious8:19 The monkey on the phone line8:59 We get fooled on both sides10:12 The singularity, inside the rim of the black hole10:51 Dopamine, and the feed that knows you12:57 Robots, human form, and what's next13:56 Where I landThis is the Daily Download. AI, real estate, and what is actually reshaping your life, in plain English, every day.Watch the video and read daily: https://connorwithhonor.com/blogWant AI working for your business: https://honorelevate.comI'm Connor MacIvor. I'm with Honor. I'll see you in the next one.Youtube Channels:Conner with Honor - real estateHome Muscle - fat torchingFrom first responder to real estate expert, Connor with Honor brings honesty and integrity to your Santa Clarita home buying or selling journey. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for valuable tips, local market trends, and a glimpse into the Santa Clarita lifestyle.Dive into Real Estate with Connor with Honor:Santa Clarita's Trusted Realtor & Fitness EnthusiastReal Estate:Buying or selling in Santa Clarita? Connor with Honor, your local expert with over 2 decades of experience, guides you seamlessly through the process. Subscribe to his YouTube channel for insider market updates, expert advice, and a peek into the vibrant Santa Clarita lifestyle.Fitness:Ready to unlock your fitness potential? Join Connor's YouTube journey for inspiring workouts, healthy recipes, and motivational tips. Remember, a strong body fuels a strong mind and a successful life!Podcast:Dig deeper with Connor's podcast! Hear insightful interviews with industry experts, inspiring success stories, and targeted real estate advice specific to Santa Clarita.