#86 Nao Tsuchiya -Qualia and Consciousness?

What is consciousness? Can we tell if other animals experience subjectivity, or whether there will be conscious machines or robots? These fundamental philosophical questions are now being explored by neuroscientist and Professor Nao Tsuchiya and his team. Nao Tsuchiya discusses his research on consciousness, qualia, and the subjective experience of individuals. He shares his personal journey into the field, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and questioning in scientific inquiry. The discussion covers various aspects of consciousness, including its levels, the role of the amygdala in fear recognition, and the significance of flow states. Tsuchiya also highlights the need for interdisciplinary collaboration in understanding consciousness and the potential impact of transformative experiences on individual. They delve into the complexities of suffering, growth, and the role of stress in personal development. They explore the concepts of free will and narrative in consciousness, discussing how habits and intentions shape our experiences. The dialogue also touches on the significance of openness in understanding consciousness, the influence of language on experience, and the exploration of non-ordinary states of consciousness. They express curiosity about the nature of reality and the importance of skepticism and openness in exploring phenomena like telepathy. Nao speaks about the importance of staying curios and remaining skeptical, yet open minded.

Chapters

00:00 Exploring Consciousness: An Introduction
06:14 Personal Journey into Consciousness
12:21 The Intersection of Science and Consciousness
18:10 The Debate on Neuromania
21:29 Causality in Consciousness
24:16 Interdisciplinary Collaboration in Science
27:17 The Future of Consciousness Studies
30:19 Flow States and Their Importance
33:14 Fear and the Amygdala
36:15 Current Research on Qualia
45:01 Exploring Empathy and Psychopathy
45:54 Quantum Theory and Psychological Measurement
48:19 Challenges in Psychedelic Research
50:09 The Complexity of Flow States
51:29 Discussions on Free Energy Theories
54:06 Subjective Experience vs. Scientific Objectivity
56:59 The Role of Poetry and Meaning in Experience
01:00:55 Integrated Information Theory and Consciousness
01:03:57 The Value of Suffering and Stress
01:07:39 Free Will and Narrative Choices
01:20:52 Language and Experience: A Cultural Perspective
01:23:39 Meditation and the Experiential Quality of Consciousness
01:25:45 Exploring Non-Ordinary States of Consciousness
01:27:14 Contradictions in Philosophy and Reality
01:29:14 Locally Consistent, Globally Inconsistent: Understanding Reality
01:31:41 The Nature of Consciousness and the Limits of Understanding
01:32:58 Curiosity and the Exploration of Self
01:33:07 Skepticism and Openness in Telepathy Research
01:38:42 The Nature of Reality and Social Engineering
01:41:59 The Importance of Openness and Attention
01:47:27 Influences and Inspirations in Thought
01:51:09 Final Thoughts: The Dawn of Everything
01:52:56 Podcast exit terence -

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