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The Gadfly Guys
by Jeremy dePrisco
Conversations on philosophy, consciousness and artificial intelligence. thegadflyguys.substack.com
Episodes
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Mo Gawdat's AI Utopia
In this episode, The Gadfly Guys analyze Mo Gawdat’s utopian vision of AI, exploring philosophical claims, the performative nature of talks, and the implications of AI surpassing human intelligence. They delve into the nuances of scientific paradigms, the ethics of AI, and the cultural narratives...
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AI & Ways of Knowing (Part 2)
This episode explores the complex relationship between AI, human consciousness, and philosophical perspectives on understanding and experience. Jeremy dePrisco and Kurt Smith delve into ideas from McGilchrist, Descartes, and Wolfram, examining what distinguishes human lived experience from…
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AI & Ways of Knowing (Part 1)
Key topics * Differences between human and AI knowledge * The distinction between knowing that and knowing from experience * Historical philosophical views on mind, soul, and body * The evolution of species and patterns of life * The role of epistemology and metaphysics in AI debates Takeaways *…
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Plato, Socrates, and the Techne of Writing
Key Topics: Plato’s views on writing and dialogue The Socratic method and elencos as a technique The concept of techne in ancient and modern contexts How AI systems relate to human communication and knowledge The evolution of writing and its impact on learning and philosophy The role of…
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Abstraction
Key Topics * The concept of abstraction in consciousness and its relation to reality * How the mind constructs social and personal identity through abstractions * The distinction between concrete experience and abstract thought * The role of the subconscious and unconscious in shaping perception…
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Why Study Philosophy?
Philosophy helps us question the basic assumptions underneath everyday thinking—about time, self, science, rights, and consciousness—and spot when language or ideas stop making sense. In the video, Kurt argues that philosophy matters because it reveals the “framework” that makes knowledge and...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Conversations on philosophy, consciousness and artificial intelligence.
thegadflyguys.substack.com
HOSTED BY
Jeremy dePrisco
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Conversations on philosophy, consciousness and artificial intelligence. thegadflyguys.substack.com
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