The illusion of consciousness | Dan Dennett

Why it was recommended

I recommend the TED talk or the Google talk where he highlights this example as a way to gain insight into what consciousness may be.

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What it covers

Philosopher Dan Dennett argues in a TED talk that we do not understand our own consciousness and that our brains often fool us. He uses perceptual examples, including a. It is for a general viewer who does not plan to take a prerequisite first.

Video details

Channel

TED

Length

23 min 46 sec

Year

2007

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