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Is it really possible for us to choose other than we do? And, if not, why should that matter?
This series explores the concept of 'determinism', and whether it holds genuine implications for our everyday lives and societies. We'll touch on the themes of moral responsibility and generosity. We'll hear from many who've been heavily involved in these debates, as well as others who are merely stakeholders on the basis of being alive.
FYI: A few bonus episodes with 'extended interviews' to be deployed in the coming weeks.
~ Joe Sexton
https://www.joe-s-blogs.com/
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BONUS: James Miles (Free Will and Artificial Intelligence)
James Miles is a British writer with special expertise in evolutionary biology. He's also an ardent free will skeptic, and in 2015 published 'The Free Will Delusion', which informed a conversation featured in episode 3 of this series. In this bonus episode, we tilt towards the subject of James' more recent book, 'AI and the End of Humanity' (2023). How might living beside artificial intelligence in the years ahead affect general attitudes about human 'freedom', for instance? Is free will skepticism a dangerous view in the face of technological advancement? And could it really be true that humans already sit at the apex of 'natural' intelligence? Big topics, and I felt James was well-placed to make some predictions.
*This is an extended interview recorded while putting together the 'TBD' series. You're encouraged to check out the full series (episodes 1-4), if you haven't already!*
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James' website: https://jamesbmiles.com/earlier-work
'The Free Will Delusion' (2015): https://www.amazon.com.au/Free-Will-Delusion-Illusion-Morality/dp/1784621692