Mind Matters
by Discovery Institute Center on Natural and Artificial Intelligence
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On the Mind Matters podcast, Discovery Institute’s Walter Bradley Center for Natural and Artificial Intelligence considers the implications and misconceptions, the opportunities and limitations, and the applications and challenges presented by intelligent agents and their algorithms. Episode notes and archives available at mindmatters.ai/podcast.
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- Walter Myers on Cloud Computing and Philosophy of Identity · 1 h 10 min · Episode 398Like many, you may be storing important files and photos in the cloud. But just where is this magical cloud? How is it powered? Is it safe? To answer these questions and more…
- Leasing the Sky: The Technology and Economics of Spectrum Sharing · 44 min · Episode 397In this episode of Mind Matters News, host Robert J. Marks speaks with Baylor University spectrum experts Dr. Charles Baylis, Dr. Austin Egbert, and PhD candidate Jonathan…
- Tech Entrepreneur David Copps on Building Real-World AI · 1 h 30 min · Episode 396How can entrepreneurs incorporate the benefits of AI while maintaining their dedication to serving fellow human beings? On this bingecast episode of Mind Matters News, enjoy the…
- Angus Menuge: Powers of the Soul That Are Beyond AI · 1 h 13 min · Episode 395In this episode of the Mind Matters News podcast, Dr. Robert J. Marks and Pat Flynn welcome returning guest Dr. Angus Menuge, professor of philosophy at Concordia University…
- The Algorithmic Mind and the Limits of Computation · 41 h 30 min · Episode 394On this bingecast archive episode of Mind Matters News, guest host Pat Flynn welcomes Dr. Winston Ewert to the show to discuss Ewert’s chapter in the volume Minding the Brain…
- Models of Consciousness: Objections to Integrated Information Theory · 1 h 26 min · Episode 393On this episode of the Mind Matters News podcast, guest host Pat Flynn welcomes Dr. Robert Marks and Dr. Michael Egnor to the show to critique Integrated Information Theory…
- How Cognitive Principles Can Inform Better Technological Design · 47 min · Episode 392The age of AI is upon us and is already changing the way we conduct our lives. What is the optimal division of tasks between humans and machines? On this episode of Mind Matters…
- Beyond the Written Word: AI’s Role in Reaching Oral Cultures · 1 h 10 min · Episode 391AI is having impact everywhere. But what about global outreach initiatives? And specifically Christian missions? How are those in the mission field using artificial intelligence?…
- Mind Over Models: An Economist’s Take on AI Speculation · 1 h 11 min · Episode 390In this bingecast installment of the Mind Matters News podcast, host Robert J. Marks welcomes economics professor and author Gary Smith to discuss the hype around artificial…
- Donald Wunsch on the Limits of AI and Why It Matters · 4 h 7 min · Episode 389The hype around AI is reaching fever pitch these days. But never mind predictions of future AI potential. What can it actually do and not do today? On this episode of the Mind…
- Peace Through Strength: A U.S. Marine Shares His Story · 1 h 56 min · Episode 388Major General Bobby Hollingsworth had a distinguished 38-year career as a U.S. Marine fighter pilot and in leadership roles including commanding the Marine Corps Reserve Support…
- Change Your Mind, Restructure Your Brain · 52 min · Episode 387Is it possible to personally alter the physical structure of your brain? On today's Mind Matters News, host Dr. Michael Egnor sits down with fellow neurosurgeon and author Dr…
- Mirror Neurons and the Philosophy of Mind · 1 h 31 min · Episode 386On this bingecast episode of Mind Matters News, host Dr. Robert J. Marks welcomes to the podcast Dr. Mihretu Guta to discuss one of his chapters in the volume Minding the Brain…
- Science, God, and Truth: Michael Shermer and Michael Egnor · 1 h 10 min · Episode 385On this episode of the Mind Matters News podcast, host and neurosurgeon Dr. Michael Egnor welcomes Michael Shermer, historian of science and founder of Skeptic magazine, to…
- Why Logic and Cognition Set Us Apart from Machines · 1 h 11 min · Episode 384Is consciousness the exclusive domain of human beings? Proponents of a view known as integrative information theory argue that AI will eventually achieve that same level of…
- Beyond Imitation: Testing for True Artificial General Intelligence · 1 h 36 min · Episode 383On this episode of the Mind Matters News podcast, join host Robert J. Marks as he sits down with Dr. Giorgios Mappouras for a deep dive into the philosophical and technical…
- Dr. Mihretu Guta on The Nature of Consciousness · 1 h 27 min · Episode 382On this archive "bingecast" episode of Mind Matters News, hosts Robert J. Marks and Angus Menuge welcome Dr. Mihretu Guta to discuss his contribution to the book Minding the…
- The Accidental Inventor: An Interview with Hal Philipp · Episode 381On this episode of Mind Matters News, host Robert J. Marks is joined by Bradley Norris as they welcome Hal Philipp, the man behind the modern touchscreen and a prolific inventor…
- The Importance of Human Wisdom in AI Policy · Episode 380On this episode of Mind Matters News, we’re wrapping up our conversation with Dr. Donald Wunsch on his experiences with AI in his recent article in the IEEE Computational…
- How to Navigate the Real and Immediate Risks of AI · Episode 379While the risk of AI becoming smarter than humans and taking over the world is often discussed, it can also distract us from a more pressing matter: the real-world, right-now…
