The Evolution of Consciousness – Part 1

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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 of qualia. 

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Works Cited

  • Graziano, Michael. “How Did Consciousness Evolve?” The Atlantic, 27 June 2021, www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2016/06/how-consciousness-evolved/485558.
  • Macpherson, Fiona. “The Power of Natural Selection.” Journal of Consciousness Studies, vol. 8, Imprint Academic, 2002, pp. 30–35. www.gla.ac.uk/media/Media_21948_smxx.pdf.
  • Rothman, Joshua. “Daniel Dennett’s Science of the Soul.” The New Yorker, 20 Mar. 2017, www.newyorker.com/magazine/2017/03/27/daniel-dennetts-science-of-the-soul.
  • The MIT Press Reader. “How Did Consciousness Evolve? An Illustrated Guide.” The MIT Press Reader, 29 June 2022, thereader.mitpress.mit.edu/how-did-consciousness-evolve-an-illustrated-guide.
  • Gutfreund, Yoram. “The Mind-Evolution Problem: The Difficulty of Fitting Consciousness in an Evolutionary Framework.” Frontiers in psychology vol. 9 1537. 24 Aug. 2018, doi:10.3389/fpsyg.2018.01537

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