Shattering the Illusion of Determinism: The Pursuit of Free Will and Responsibility
Are our thoughts and actions truly our own, or are we just biochemical robots following a predetermined path? In today's episode, we're joined by David Lawrence, a social critic, animal rights advocate, and author of the book Are We Biochemical Robots?, as we tackle the controversial topic of determinism and explore its moral implications.
We dive deep into the foundations of causation and determinism, discussing the contributions of philosophers like Hume and Kant, as well as the impact of relativity and quantum theory on these ideas. We also ponder the age-old debate of free will versus determinism, examining the conflict between our human experiences and the scientific point of view. David shares his thoughts on the moral responsibility debate and why it's crucial that we influence our own futures.
Finally, we discuss various quantum interpretations and the cosmic uncertainties surrounding determinism, touching upon the ideas of prominent thinkers like Sam Harris, Sabine Hassenfelder, Sean Carroll, and Jordan Peterson. Join our fascinating conversation as we challenge prevailing orthodoxy and encourage critical thinking about free will and determinism. Can we truly break free from the shackles of determinism? Tune in to find out.
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