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EPISODE · May 21, 2026 · 5 MIN

The Pile Problem

from The Mercer Journal Podcast · host The Mercer Journal

The Pile ProblemThe Mind, Unbuilt Pt1The problem of human consciousness has existed for centuries. Definitions have grown and grown, and now, after so long, there are a pile of definitions.Why, after so long, has this question not been answered? What, after all, is the core of consciousness?This series, The Mind, Unbuilt, looks at this problem, and attempts sort the pile. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wardmercer.substack.com

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The Pile ProblemThe Mind, Unbuilt Pt1The problem of human consciousness has existed for centuries. Definitions have grown and grown, and now, after so long, there are a pile of definitions.Why, after so long, has this question not been answered?...

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