On the theme: History of the mind

What is consciousness? What makes us human? And can the mind really be reduced to a machine? Drawing on philosophy and psychology, leading scholars reflect on what sets human beings apart – and why reducing the mind to machinery may leave something essential out. From the ancient concept of psyche to modern neuroscience and artificial intelligence, we explore enduring questions about consciousness, identity, and the soul. Featuring Chiara Thumiger, Research Fellow in Classics and History of Science, Cluster of Excellence Roots, Kiel University Angela Sumegi, Associate Professor Emerita of Religious Studies, Carleton University Mateusz Stróżyński, Associate Professor, Institute of Classical Philology, Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań Matthew Nini, Research Associate, Institute of Philosophy, Zagreb Allan Guggenbühl, Professor Emeritus of Psychology, Zurich University of Teacher Education Peter Gärdenfors, Professor Emeritus of Cognitive Science, Lund University John Cottingham, Professor Emeritus of Philosophy, University of Reading On the theme – exploring some of humanity’s biggest questions. Axess Television's website: https://www.axesstelevision.com/ Axess Television on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/axesstelevision/ Axess Television on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/axesstelevision