Published Apr 9, 2020
Richard Dawkins: Evolution, Intelligence, Simulation, and Memes | Lex Fridman Podcast #87
Renowned evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins explores the mechanisms of evolution, speculates on extraterrestrial intelligence and artificial intelligence, contemplates the meaning of life and simulation theory, and examines the complex relationship between religion and morality.

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