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Mentioned in 26 episodes

The Emperor's New Mind

Concerning Computers, Minds, and the Laws of Physics

Book • 1989

In this book, Roger Penrose challenges the idea that human consciousness can be replicated by computers.

He delves into various subjects including algorithms, Turing machines, complexity theory, quantum mechanics, and the basics of modern physics to support his argument that human cognition is fundamentally non-computable.

Penrose discusses the limitations of Turing machines, the incompleteness of formal systems as shown by Godel's proof, and the necessity of a unified theory of quantum gravity to explain human consciousness.

The book is a detailed and thought-provoking journey through mathematics, computer science, philosophy, and physics, making it a must-read for those interested in the nature of mind and the relationship between physics and consciousness.

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Mentioned in 26 episodes

Mentioned by

Reid Hoffman

in reference to his interview with Roger Penrose and the latter's theories on consciousness.

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Mentioned by

Demis Hassabis

in the context of a debate about the nature of consciousness and whether it requires quantum mechanics.

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Mentioned by

Amjad Masad

as a book questioning the idea of the brain as a computer.

Amjad Masad & Adam D’Angelo: How Far Are We From AGI?

Mentioned by

Lex Fridman

as a book where Roger Penrose discusses his ideas and puzzles about physics, mathematics, and consciousness.

#85 – Roger Penrose: Physics of Consciousness and the Infinite Universe

Mentioned by

Geoff Hinton

when recounting a story about introducing Penrose at the University of Toronto for a talk on his book, "The Emperor's New Mind".

Geoffrey Hinton: Why the Godfather of AI Now Fears His Creation

Mentioned in the context of Gödel's incompleteness theorem and its implications for artificial intelligence.

Daniel Dennett: Philosophy, Free Will, Thinking Differently

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Roger Penrose

as a book he wrote to express his point of view on consciousness and computation.

Roger Penrose: Why The Big Bang Was Not The Beginning

Mentioned by

Amjad Masad

for his book "The Emperor's New Mind" which challenges the mind-as-computer argument.

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Mentioned by

Curt Jaimungal

in relation to quantum processes in consciousness.

Curt Jaimungal (Me): The Complete Consciousness Iceberg | 2 Hours of Obscure Consciousness Theories Explained

Mentioned by

Curt Jaimungal

as a book arguing that consciousness comes from quantum processes.

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