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Modern WisdomFeb 27, 2020

#146 - Dr Heather Berlin - Considering Consciousness

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Heather Berlin is a cognitive neuroscientist and Professor of Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine. All humans have a subjective experience of reality, but why? What does it mean that a collection of atoms, arranged into a particular configuration, is able to consider its own existence? How can it dream, reflect and not only be a passenger within its environment but to also become captain of the ship and affect its own destiny? Get Surfshark VPN - https://surfshark.deals/MODERNWISDOM (Enter Promo Code MODERNWISDOM for 83% off & One Extra Month Free) Extra Stuff: Follow Heather on Twitter - https://twitter.com/heather_berlin Check out Heather's Website - https://heatherberlin.com/ Take a break from alcohol and upgrade your life - https://6monthssober.com/podcast Check out everything I recommend from books to products - https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Join the discussion with me and other like minded listeners in the episode comments on the MW YouTube Channel or message me... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ModernWisdomPodcast Email: https://www.chriswillx.com/contact
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The book discusses Australopithecus, the evolution from apes to upright animals, and the development of the throwing arm and theory of mind.

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For: Individuals interested in anthropology and human evolution
Key quote: The book discusses Australopithecus, the evolution from apes to upright animals, and the development of the throwing arm and theory of mind.
The host mentions 'The Evolution of the Human Mind' to highlight key aspects of human evolution, particularly the transition from apes to upright beings. This book provides insights into significant developments such as the throwing arm and the theory of mind.
ASIN: 082041154X
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