Consciousness and Materiality
Josh explores the relationship between materials and consciousness, suggesting that certain substances, like sand, lack the capacity to become conscious on their own. He emphasizes the importance of pre-existing consciousness for any material to have an effect. Alex challenges this notion by questioning the existence of numbers and their role in philosophical discussions, hinting at deeper ontological debates surrounding consciousness and existence.In this clip
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The Problems of Consciousness | Within Reason #47
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