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Mind Matters — 207 episodes
The Algorithmic Mind and the Limits of Computation
Models of Consciousness: Objections to Integrated Information Theory
How Cognitive Principles Can Inform Better Technological Design
Beyond the Written Word: AI’s Role in Reaching Oral Cultures
Mind Over Models: An Economist’s Take on AI Speculation
Donald Wunsch on the Limits of AI and Why It Matters
Peace Through Strength: A U.S. Marine Shares His Story
Change Your Mind, Restructure Your Brain
Mirror Neurons and the Philosophy of Mind
Science, God, and Truth: Michael Shermer and Michael Egnor
Why Logic and Cognition Set Us Apart from Machines
Beyond Imitation: Testing for True Artificial General Intelligence
Dr. Mihretu Guta on The Nature of Consciousness
The Accidental Inventor: An Interview with Hal Philipp
The Importance of Human Wisdom in AI Policy
How to Navigate the Real and Immediate Risks of AI
Will AI Make the World Better or Worse?
Artificial Intelligence: Navigating the Hype, Limitations, and Ethics
The Ins and Outs of Scaling Up AI: Dr. Donald Wunsch
Exploring the Immaterial Mind: Insights from Neuroscience and Thomistic Philosophy
Dr. Donald C. Wunsch: A Level-Headed Approach to AI’s Promise and Peril
Robert J. Marks Remembers Tech Pioneer Walter Bradley
Exploring Consciousness in Human and Artificial Intelligence
Doug Smith: A Critical Look at Apple’s Virtual Reality Headset
How Neuroscience and Philosophy Combine to Illuminate the Nature of Consciousness
Bridging the Gap Between Neuroscience and Philosophy of Mind
How Humility and Curiosity Can Help Neuroscience Mature
Integrating Personal Identity Into Scientific Discovery and Reasoning
Recognizing the Divine in Others: More with Dr. Stephen Post
Restoring Love and Community in a Divided World: A Conversation with Dr. Stephen Post
Love, Lies, and Algorithms: The Dangers of Relational AI
The Challenge of Definitively Proving Creativity in AI
Dr. Eric Jones: The Case for a Relational View of Personhood
A New Test to Measure Understanding in AI Models
Turing Test 2.0: A Better Way to Test Machine Intelligence?
Journey to Longevity: Insights From Inventor Hal Philipp
Beyond Materialism: Bruce Gordon on the Compelling Case for Idealism
Hal Philipp on The Perils and Profits of Invention
Defending a Patent: Lessons from Hal Philipp’s Entrepreneurial Journey
The Accidental Inventor: An Interview with Hal Philipp
Exploring the Immaterial Aspects of Thought and Understanding
Dr. Michael Egnor Reads From His New Book The Immortal Mind
Closing Arguments: J.P. Moreland’s Case for the Soul
Which Theory of Mind Best Explains Reality? More with Dr. J.P. Moreland
Foundations of the Soul: A Conversation with J.P. Moreland
A Liberating Alternative to Methodological Naturalism in Science
A Neurosurgeon Weighs in On Near-Death Experiences
Neuroscience, Free Will, and the Soul
From Operating Room to Chapel: A Neurosurgeon’s Journey to Faith
Bill Dembski: The Power of Information and the Limits of AI
The Immortal Mind: An Interview with Neurosurgeon Dr. Michael
Why Our Minds Are More Than “Meat Computers”
AI Language Models: Real Intelligence Or Creative Thievery?
Can Evolutionary Processes Take Credit for Human Creativity?
Is There a Mind Behind the Math Behind the Material World?
The Unique Properties of the Human Mind
The Ship of Theseus and the Philosophy of Identity
Piloting the Cloud: A Technical Tour with Walter Myers III
Soul Searching: The History and Motivations of Substance Dualism
Transforming Industries with AI: Insights from Entrepreneur David Copps
How to Build a Successful Startup in the Age of AI
Perspectives of a Different Kind of AI Entrepreneur
Rethinking the Relationship Between Mind and Brain: Dr. Angus Menuge
Dr. Winston Ewert: The Limits of Artificial Intelligence
Dr. Winston Ewert: The Human Mind’s Sophisticated Algorithm And Its Implications
How AI Can Complement Human Capabilities: More with Dr. Joe McDonald
Beyond the Physical: A Panel Discussion on the Nature of the Mind
Cognitive Psychology and the Limits of AI: An Interview with Dr. Joe McDonald
The Hype and Limitations of Generative AI
The AI Bubble: Lessons from Past Financial Bubbles
Semper Fi: A Marine’s Perspective on Faith, Duty, and Service
The Radio Frequency Spectrum as a Finite Natural Resource
From Dairy Farm to Fighter Pilot: More With Veteran Bobby Hollingsworth
Military Preparedness and the Path to Peace: An Interview with Veteran Bobby Hollingsworth
Flashes of Genius: An Interview with Touch Screen Inventor Hal Philipp
A Case for the Soul: An Interview with Joshua Farris
The Significance of Mirror Neurons: More With Dr. Mihretu Guta
Mirror Neurons, Consciousness, and the Bearer Question
Consciousness, Materialism, and the Limits of Reductionism
How Human Trafficking Flourishes in the Age of Social Media and How We Can Push Back
Consciousness Conundrum: Integrated Information Theory vs. Cognitive Consciousness
Exploring the Capabilities and Limitations of AI with Dr. Selmer Bringsjord
The Unique Relationship Between Consciousness and Its Bearer
In What Sense is Consciousness a Property?
The Impact of Descartes on the Philosophy of Mind
Dr. Robert J. Marks Reads From Minding the Brain
AI’s Boundaries and Human Creativity: A Conversation with Dr. Robert J. Marks
The Rational Soul: Rethinking Materialism with Neurosurgeon Dr. Michael Egnor
Richard Stevens on All Things AI and Law
Dr. Michael Egnor: Neuroscience, the Soul, and the Limits of Materialism
The Science of Mind: Debunking Materialism, with Dr. Michael Egnor
How to Rise Above Addictive Technologies to Find Real Freedom
Doug Smith on The Pitfalls of Virtual Reality (VR)
Caring for the Deeply Forgetful: An Interview with Dr. Stephen Post
Robert Marks & Zoltan Istvan Debate AI and Transhumanism
Exploring Personal Identity: More from Dr. Jonathan Loose
Dr. Jonathan Loose on Personal Identity and the Life Scientific
Trail Life: An Antidote for Digital Addiction in Boys
A Case for the Relational Person: More From Dr. Eric Jones
The Atomistic vs. Relational Model of Personhood
The Relational Person: Challenging the Dominant Model in Psychology
The Limits and Possibilities of Artificial Intelligence
Bruce Gordon: Idealism, Quantum Mechanics, and the Fundamentality of Mind
Mind Over Matter: Dualism vs. Idealism
Mind Over Matter: The Case for Idealism
From Math to Mind: Uncovering the Immaterial Nature of Reality
Talk More, Tech Less: Digital Wellness Tips From Dawn Wible
The Non-Physical Nature of Being: More with Dr. Selmer Bringsjord
Exploring the Immaterial: A Conversation with Dr. Selmer Bringsjord
Is Methodological Naturalism Necessary for Scientific Progress?
The State of Innovation and the Impact of AI
Consciousness and Agency: A Critique of Methodological Naturalism
Methodological Naturalism: Neutral Principle or Self-Refuting Philosophy?
Debunking the Hype of Artificial General Intelligence
Can AI Ever Be Sentient? A Conversation with Blake Lemoine
The Primacy of Information Over Matter
William Dembski on Information and the Mind-Body Relationship
Beyond the Physical: Embracing an Idealistic Worldview
From Material to Mind: Understanding Idealism
Healing the Brain: Insights from a Neurologist
Unpacking Idealism: Animals and Consciousness
A Commonsense Defense of Idealism
Science of The Soul: Evaluating Dualism and Naturalism
Can Artificial Intelligence Hold Copyright or Patents?
The Self and the Body: Substance Dualism Explored
A Brief History of the Soul
Gary Habermas on the Scientific Evidence for Near-Death Experiences
Hope & Energy: Empowering Haiti Through Appropriate Technology
Evaluating Popular Theories of the Mind-Brain Relationship
From Physicalism to Idealism: Challenging Assumptions about Reality
Exploring the Mind-Brain Relationship and Challenging Materialism
Philosophies of Mind: Jim Madden on Hylomorphism and Neuroscience
After You Die: Near-Death Experiences With Glimpses of Heaven and Hell
Body & Soul: Joshua Farris and The Creation of Self
Minding the Brain: Unraveling the Mystery of Consciousness
Minding the Brain: Why Science and Philosophy Need Each Other
Minding the Brain: Discussing the Groundbreaking New Book on the Mind-Brain Problem
What Makes Humans Unique?
The Person as “Immaterial Substance”
When the Government Controls the Spectrum
Why You Are Non-Computable
Can the Radio Spectrum Ever “Fill Up”?
Defining and Discussing the Radio Spectrum
Can AI Mimic Spontaneous Jazz and the Blues?
Discussing the Cartesian Error
The Sound of Freedom: How Human Trafficking and Porn Compromises National Security
The Sound of Freedom: Social Media and Human Trafficking
The Sound of Freedom: Human Trafficking In your Own Back Yard
Neuroscience, the Mind, and Theism
Can Lawyer Robots Solve Complex Legal Cases?
AI Libel and Responsibility
AI and Intellectual Property
Alzheimer’s, Medical Ethics, and Choosing Life
AI: Is it Good or Bad for Society?
Caring for the Deeply Forgetful
An Antidote for Digital Addiction
Medicine for Digitally Addicted Boys
Oxford Mathematician John Lennox on AI
Working Towards Digital Flourishing
Talk More, Tech Less
The Value and Drawbacks of ChatGPT
Navigating the Technological Age
Where Does Innovation Come From?
Jeffrey Funk on AI, Startups, and Big Tech
Blake Lemoine and the LaMDA Question
A Chat with Blake Lemoine on Google and AI Sentience
Winning and Losing Strategies for Casino Gambling
More Porn = More Trafficking
Social Media’s Role in Human Trafficking
Human Trafficking In Your Own Backyard
Is the Human Brain Just GPT-3 Made of Meat?
Is The Mind an Illusion?
Ways the Brain Can Heal
Ways the Brain Can Break
The Practice of Medicine and Ongoing Issues with Opioid Addiction
What AI Machines Won’t Be Able to Achieve
Defining the Role of AI in Patents
Can AI Be Issued Patents?
Patents and the Creativity Requirement
Getting Intentional About Your Screens
Patents: A License To Sue
Can a Computer Be a Person?
An Excerpt from Chapter Two of Non-Computable You
Hinduism, Philosophy, and the Mind
Appropriate Technology: Solar Powering Hospitals, Orphanages & Schools
Appropriate Technology: The Haitian Energy Problem
Get a Sneak Peek of the New Non-Computable You Audiobook
The Nature of Mind, Body, and Soul
School Shooters, the AI Church, and Patents
Top Gun, HAL 9000 and Jobs of the Future
Staking and Liquidity on Web3
What Is Decentralized Finance?
Animal Algorithms and Artificial Intelligence
The NFT Anti-Bubble
What Are NFTs?
Web3: The Next Generation of the Internet
Mysteries of the Mind
Who Controls the Tech?
Weaving the Technology of Our Lives
Why Computers Will Never Understand What They are Doing
AI: The Potential and the Problems
Card Counting Strategies and Dangers
Can A Good Hustler Count Cards Like A Computer?
When The House Can’t Win The Game, It Will Change The Rules
The House Always Wins In The Long Run
It’s a Wonderful, Complex, and Finely-Tuned Universe
Good and Bad Algorithms in the Practice of Medicine