Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- Join us in this episode as we traverse the extraordinary legacy of Daniel Dennett. Born in 1942 in Boston, Dennett's philosophical journey would be cultivated at the esteemed institutions of Harvard, Oxford, and Tufts University. Considered one of the 'Four Horsemen of New Atheism,' Dennett has crafted a landscape of ideas intricately exploring theories of consciousness, mind philosophy, and cognitive science. His scientific approach harmoniously synchronizes the biological and cultural viewpoints of human understanding. Our exploration not only focuses on his arguments on consciousness and cognition but also delves into his revolutionary perspectives on evolution, perception, the breaking of traditional belief systems, and much more. Don't forget to subscribe to Sleep with Philosophy, the place where profound thoughts meet restful relaxation.
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