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Christof Koch Exposes the Fatal Flaw in AI Consciousness [Ep. 484]

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What is consciousness? Will we ever be able to create digital twins of ourselves that are conscious? And can artificial intelligence ever truly experience consciousness?

Here today to enlighten us on these elusive yet fascinating topics is Christof Koch! Christof is a renowned neuroscientist and one of the leading figures in the field of consciousness. He is best known for his work in exploring the neural bases of consciousness, particularly in relation to the brain's structure and function. A key proponent of Integrated Information Theory, Christof is also about to release his new book, Then I Am Myself the World, an essential read for anyone seeking to understand humankind and the future we are creating.

Join Christof and me as we delve into the mystical and mysterious world of consciousness.

Key Takeaways:

  • 00:00 Intro
  • 00:43 Judging a book by its cover
  • 03:03 Defining consciousness
  • 05:55 Progress in understanding consciousness
  • 07:43 Integrated information theory
  • 12:42 Consciousness in non-human systems
  • 15:58 Meditation, psychedelics and dancing
  • 17:58 AI scientists and digital twins
  • 26:56 The perception box
  • 31:43 Quantum mechanics and consciousness
  • 38:25 How to calculate phi
  • 44:01 Quantum computers and consciousness
  • 48:00 Audience questions
  • 52:49 Outro

Additional resources:

➡️ Learn more about Christof Koch:

💻 Website: https://christofkoch.com/

📚 Then I Am Myself the World: https://a.co/d/agleHRB

➡️ Follow me on your fav platforms:

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✍️ Check out my blog: https://briankeating.com/cosmic-musings/

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Content provided by Brian Keating and Big Bang Productions Inc.. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Brian Keating and Big Bang Productions Inc. or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

Pique is offering 20% off for life AND a free Starter Kit with your purchase—that's a rechargeable frother and glass beaker to make the perfect cup every time. Just go to http://piquelife.com/impossible

Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥

What is consciousness? Will we ever be able to create digital twins of ourselves that are conscious? And can artificial intelligence ever truly experience consciousness?

Here today to enlighten us on these elusive yet fascinating topics is Christof Koch! Christof is a renowned neuroscientist and one of the leading figures in the field of consciousness. He is best known for his work in exploring the neural bases of consciousness, particularly in relation to the brain's structure and function. A key proponent of Integrated Information Theory, Christof is also about to release his new book, Then I Am Myself the World, an essential read for anyone seeking to understand humankind and the future we are creating.

Join Christof and me as we delve into the mystical and mysterious world of consciousness.

Key Takeaways:

  • 00:00 Intro
  • 00:43 Judging a book by its cover
  • 03:03 Defining consciousness
  • 05:55 Progress in understanding consciousness
  • 07:43 Integrated information theory
  • 12:42 Consciousness in non-human systems
  • 15:58 Meditation, psychedelics and dancing
  • 17:58 AI scientists and digital twins
  • 26:56 The perception box
  • 31:43 Quantum mechanics and consciousness
  • 38:25 How to calculate phi
  • 44:01 Quantum computers and consciousness
  • 48:00 Audience questions
  • 52:49 Outro

Additional resources:

➡️ Learn more about Christof Koch:

💻 Website: https://christofkoch.com/

📚 Then I Am Myself the World: https://a.co/d/agleHRB

➡️ Follow me on your fav platforms:

✖️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrBrianKeating

🔔 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/DrBrianKeating?sub_confirmation=1

📝 Join my mailing list: https://briankeating.com/list

✍️ Check out my blog: https://briankeating.com/cosmic-musings/

🎙️ Follow my podcast: https://briankeating.com/podcast

Into the Impossible with Brian Keating is a podcast dedicated to all those who want to explore the universe within and beyond the known.

Make sure to follow/subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  continue reading

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