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The Paradox of Free Will
2:22:44 - 2:29:13 (06:29)
The debate over free will is interesting because some people outsource their free will to their unconscious while others overthink it in the conscious brain. The question about how life, intelligence, consciousness, and free will emerge ultimately boils down to the same mechanics.
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In this podcast, the speakers discuss the concept of free will and whether it is an illusion or not.
2:22:44 - 2:24:07 (01:23)
Summary
In this podcast, the speakers discuss the concept of free will and whether it is an illusion or not. They delve into the question of what allows us to feel free and ultimately question the fundamental basis of free will.
ChapterThe Paradox of Free Will
Episode#269 – Lee Cronin: Origin of Life, Aliens, Complexity, and Consciousness
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Summary
The belief in pure determinism is a fallacy. While decisions are based on a combination of factors, including past interactions and learned behavior, there is still an element of free will involved in the decision-making process.
ChapterThe Paradox of Free Will
Episode#269 – Lee Cronin: Origin of Life, Aliens, Complexity, and Consciousness
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The concept of free will is a complex issue that involves the mechanics of life, intelligence, consciousness, and selection.
2:25:22 - 2:29:13 (03:51)
Summary
The concept of free will is a complex issue that involves the mechanics of life, intelligence, consciousness, and selection. While some people rely on their unconscious brain, others overthink their free will in their conscious brain.