The Evolution of Consciousness – Part 2

Do our thoughts serve a purpose, or are they just a byproduct of something deeper? Consciousness studies bridge the realms of philosophy and science. Are we truly aware, or is it all just an illusion? Please consider becoming a show Patron to help keep new episodes...

The Evolution of Consciousness – Part 1

In this episode, we delve into the mysterious world of consciousness, a mystery that resides within the depths of our minds. We’ll explore the physical and philosophical theories of consciousness, from the brain’s intricate processes to the elusive concept...

AI – The Next Step

In this episode, we dive deep into the astounding journey of technological evolution, from the Wright brothers’ inaugural flight to humanity’s giant leap on the moon, and onto the revolutionary frontiers of AI with ChatGPT. Let’s contemplate...

The Foundations of Evolutionary Psychiatry Part 1

Let’s dive deep into the fascinating world of Evolutionary Psychiatry, building on our previous exploration of Evolutionary Psychology (from 100 episodes ago!). In that episode we compared the brain to an information processing device shaped by eons of...