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Is our reality a sophisticated computer program? Welcome to the podcast where we grapple with the profound questions raised by the Simulation Hypothesis! We explore this idea – popularised by figures like Nick Bostrom and David Chalmers – from every angle: its roots in ancient philosophical scepticism and modern physics, its connections to AI and virtual reality, and its implications for consciousness, knowledge, and the very meaning of life. Could we be digital beings in a vast simuverse, our world governed by code and information? Are there ways to test this hypothesis? Subscribe to delve into the deepest mysteries of existence and reality!
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Echoes of Humanity: The Strange New World of Uploaded Existence
In an era where technological progress seems to know no bounds, we find ourselves on the cusp of a revolution that could redefine the very essence of human existence. As we march towards a future where mind uploading becomes a reality, we must grapple with profound questions about the nature of consciousness, experience, and what it truly means to be human. Eray Özkural's thought-provoking paper, "What Is It Like to Be a Brain Simulation?", offers us a glimpse into this future and the philosophical challenges we must confront. This is an AI generated conversation about the article found here: https://theexperiencemachine.com/articles/echoes-of-humanity-the-strange-new-world-of-uploaded-existence/
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