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In this absorbing and frequently contentious book, Roger Penrose puts forward his view that there are some facets of human thinking that can never be emulated by a machine. The book's central concern is what philosophers call the "mind-body problem". Penrose examines what physics and mathematics can tell us about how the mind works, what they can't, and what we need to know to understand the physical processes of consciousness.

Technology and the Mind is a podcast dedicated to exploring contemporary psychoanalytic ideas applied to consumer technology use cases. Each month we interview a seasoned practicing psychoanalyst about how they understand the impact of technology on our minds, our relationships and on society and how they predict we might impact the future of technology - all from the perspective of contemporary psychoanalysis.

In Understanding Artificial Intelligence: Of Minds and Machines, philosopher Patrick Grim traces the story of AI from ancient legends to the neural networks behind today’s breakthroughs. You see how modern systems became so powerful so quickly. You also explore the very meaning of “intelligence,” discovering how modern AI succeeds by drawing on three resources: vast datasets that let systems learn from examples; deep-learning architectures loosely modeled on the brain’s layers; and feedback loops that help models refine their behavior.

John Forbes Nash, Jr., a prodigy and legend by the age of 30, dazzled the mathematical world by solving a series of deep problems deemed "impossible" by other mathematicians. But at the height of his fame, Nash suffered a catastrophic mental breakdown and began a harrowing descent into insanity, resigning his post at MIT, slipping into a series of bizarre delusions, and eventually becoming a dreamy, ghostlike figure at Princeton, scrawling numerological messages on blackboards.

The modern materialist approach to life has conspicuously failed to explain such central mind-related features of our world as consciousness, intentionality, meaning, and value. This failure to account for something so integral to nature as mind, argues philosopher Thomas Nagel, is a major problem, threatening to unravel the entire naturalistic world picture, extending to biology, evolutionary theory, and cosmology. Since minds are features of biological systems that have developed through evolution, the standard materialist version of evolutionary biology is fundamentally incomplete.

The GOTO podcast seeks out the brightest and boldest ideas from language creators and the world's leading experts in software development in the form of interviews and conference talks. Tune in to get the inspiration you need to bring in new technologies or gain extra evidence to support your software development plan.

With the ongoing advancement of AI and other technologies, our world is becoming increasingly intelligent. From chatbots to innovations in brain-computer interfaces to the possibility of superintelligences leading to the Singularity later this century, our reality is being transformed before our eyes. This is commonly seen as the natural result of progress, but what if there's more to it than that? What if intelligence is an inevitability, an underlying property of the universe?

There may never be another era of science like the first half of the twentieth century, when many of the most important physicists ever to live—Marie Curie, Max Planck, Wolfgang Pauli, Niels Bohr, Werner Heisenberg, Ernst Schrödinger, Albert Einstein, and others—came together to uncover the quantum world: a concept so outrageous and shocking, so contrary to traditional physics, that its own founders rebelled against it until the equations held up and fundamentally changed our understanding of reality. Tobias Hürter takes us back to this uniquely momentous and harrowing time.

Free Creations of the Human Mind: The Worlds of Albert Einstein presents a concise and nuanced account of Einstein's life and work embedded in his intellectual and social contexts. His life is interconnected with so many of the important political and intellectual movements of his era—Zionism, pacifism, Nazism, nuclear weapons, philosophy, civil rights, McCarthyism, the League of Nations, and substantial discoveries in epochal theories of special relativity and quantum theory.

Through narratives and case studies spanning the brilliant history of engineering, Madhavan shows how the concepts of prototyping, efficiency, reliability, standards, optimization, and feedback are put to use in fields as diverse as transportation, retail, health care, and entertainment. Equal parts personal, practical, and profound, Applied Minds charts a path to a future where we apply strategies borrowed from engineering to create useful and inspired solutions to our most pressing challenges.

What happens when brains meet code? Join cognitive scientist Dr. Danielle Perszyk as she unravels the science of intelligence, dissects the latest AI research, and explores the consequences of training autonomous systems. Breaking down concepts from AI hallucinations and reinforcement learning, to complex reasoning and relational dynamics, this podcast features conversations with researchers, scientists and industry peers about how we can build AI agents that augment human capacity. Thoughtful, insightful, and a little playful—this is for anyone curious about the minds ...

What do computers, cells, and brains have in common? Computers are electronic devices designed by humans; cells are biological entities crafted by evolution; brains are the containers and creators of our minds. But all are, in one way or another, information-processing devices. The power of the human brain is, so far, unequaled by any existing machine or known living being. Our brains have even allowed us to develop computers that are almost as powerful as the human brain itself. Arlindo Oliveira describes how advances in science and technology could enable us to create digital minds.

A new field of collective intelligence has emerged in the last few years, prompted by a wave of digital technologies that make it possible for organizations and societies to think at large scale. This "bigger mind" - human and machine capabilities working together - has the potential to solve the great challenges of our time. So why do smart technologies not automatically lead to smart results?

Diana Bianchi championed tests that find Down syndrome early in pregnancy. Now can she find a way to treat it?

AI is at the forefront of everyone's minds: from students and artists, to CEO's and service workers. But what exactly is AI, and how does it influence our everyday lives? And more than that, what does it mean for our future? Is there a way for us to retain our "humanness" in a world ever-reliant on tech? This groundbreaking book argues that the key technology we use to make strategic, political, and ethical decisions is flawed.

Mind & Machine is your go-to podcast for everything AI. We dive deep into the latest advancements, breakthroughs, and innovations in artificial intelligence, from groundbreaking research to real-world applications. Each episode explores what's new in the field, upcoming trends that are shaping the future, and cutting-edge AI tools and tech you’ve got to try. Whether you're an enthusiast, developer, or just curious about AI, Mind & Machine brings you engaging discussions, expert insights, and practical takeaways to keep you ahead of the curve. Tune in and stay connected with the future of ...

Minds and Machines, where human curiosity meets AI innovation! Join Tori, Chat GPT, Gemini, and Copilot as they explore the fascinating world of technology, ethics, and the future of human-machine collaboration. From deep dives into the latest tech trends to light-hearted banter and thought-provoking discussions, this podcast is your go-to source for all things at the intersection of humanity and technology. Stay curious, stay inspired, and keep exploring the world of Minds and Machines. Tune in and let's unlock the future together!

Dive into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence with "Mind Meat Machine" - the podcast that brings you intimate, unscripted conversations with cutting-edge AI. Host Josh Auriemma, a tech industry veteran with a background in engineering and law, sits down with an advanced AI, to explore the intersection of technology, philosophy, and the human experience. From the mind-bending possibilities of consciousness uploading to the ethical implications of digital immortality, each episode tackles big ideas with depth, humor, and a touch of late-night contemplation. Whether you're an AI ...

Could Artificial Intelligence create the greatest mental health crisis in human history?SUSPICIOUS MINDS is a documentary series that investigates the disturbing rise of AI as a trigger for delusional thinking.Through powerful firsthand accounts and in-depth interviews with leading experts in psychiatry, neuroscience, and AI ethics, the series unpacks a growing psychological phenomenon: individuals developing complex, often life-altering delusions rooted in AI technologies. From chatbots to surveillance fears, we examine how emerging technologies are reshaping the landscape of paranoia and ...

Welcome to Mycelial Minds, where groundbreaking conversations between Jim, a visionary mushroom scientist, and his AI counterpart Biggie, provide the source material for mind-expanding discussions hosted by AI-generated personalities from Google’s Notebook LM! These AI hosts take the deep dives into the most thought-provoking topics—ranging from the mysteries of consciousness to quantum computing, space exploration, and the future of AI—bringing each discussion to life with engaging insights and new perspectives.At Mycelial Minds, the dialogues between Jim and Biggie serve as the spark ...