In this thought-provoking lecture at MindFest, held at Florida Atlantic State University, philosopher and cognitive scientist David Chalmers explores virtual reality and its implication for our understanding of existence. Chalmers examines the simulation hypothesis, challenging conventional views of reality and suggesting that virtual worlds might be as real and meaningful as the physical world. This insightful talk, bridging technology and philosophy, invites a reevaluation of our perception of reality in a digitally evolving era.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Intro
01:34 - Overview
11:55 - David’s Central Thesis
15:55 - Biosim vs. Pure Sim
18:11 - Imperfect vs. Perfect Simulation
26:38 - Are Simulations Illusions?
31:29 - It-From-Bit Hypothesis
36:06 - What Is The Metaverse?
43:58 - Meaning In A Virtual World
51:49 - Q&A
01:06:43 - Outro
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“Virtual Reality Is GENUINE Reality" | David Chalmers Mindfest Lecture | Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal podcast - Listen or read transcript on Metacast
