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AI Consciousness? Exploring the Possibility with Prof. Eric Schwitzgebel

AI Consciousness? Exploring the Possibility with Prof. Eric Schwitzgebel

Join Nathan and Professor Eric Schwitzgebel as they delve into the fascinating world of AI consciousness.

Join Nathan and Professor Eric Schwitzgebel as they delve into the fascinating world of AI consciousness. In this episode of The Cognitive Revolution, we explore popular theories of consciousness and their implications for AI systems. Discover insights on idealism, dualism, and materialism, and learn about the ethical considerations surrounding AI consciousness. Don't miss this thought-provoking discussion on one of the most pressing philosophical questions of our time.

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CHAPTERS:

(00:00:00) About the Show

(00:00:22) About the Episode

(00:04:03) Introduction and Defining Consciousness

(00:14:28) Consciousness Gradients (Part 1)

(00:16:23) Sponsors: Oracle | Brave

(00:18:27) Semantic Content of Experience

(00:26:07) Theories of Consciousness: Idealism

(00:30:34) Practical Implications of AI Consciousness

(00:32:26) Sponsors: Omneky | Squad

(00:34:12) Theories of Consciousness: Substance Dualism

(00:41:05) Mechanistic Interpretability in AI

(00:50:40) Theories of Consciousness: Materialism

(00:56:58) Higher Order Thought Theory

(01:01:59) Ethical Considerations for AI Development

(01:11:49) Precautionary Approaches to AI Ethics

(01:30:05) Balancing Progress and Ethics in AI

(01:36:19) Ethical Treatment of Potentially Conscious AI

(01:40:54) Outro


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