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Learning, Curiosity, and Consciousness in Human Cognition - Part 2

Offered By: Santa Fe Institute via YouTube

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Explore the unique cognitive capacities of humans in this thought-provoking podcast episode featuring neuroscientist John Krakauer. Delve into the nature of curiosity, learning, and consciousness, examining how human simulation and imagination abilities differ from other animals. Investigate whether the cognitive differences between humans and other species are a matter of degree or kind. Consider the concept of curiosity in larger systems like social superorganisms, ecosystems, and technospheres. Gain insights into human exceptionalism, the human mind's uniqueness, and our ability to reshape the planet. Discover connections between neuroscience, complexity science, and the study of human cognition in this engaging discussion that challenges our understanding of what makes us human.

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John Krakauer Part 2: Learning, Curiosity, and Consciousness


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Santa Fe Institute

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