Center for Neuroscience and Behavior
Center for Neuroscience and Behavior
What Can Fiction about Artificial Persons Tell Us about the Human Brain?
What Can Fiction about Artificial Persons Tell Us about the Human Brain?
What Can Fiction about Artificial Persons Tell Us about the Human Brain?
Wednesday 4th September 2024
Explore how literature and cinema's portrayal of robots reveals insights into human behaviour with Dr. Despina Kakoudaki on 'Lobes and Robes'.
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Episode Overview
- Explores how literature and cinema depict artificial persons.
- Discusses the cultural and psychological implications of human-like machines.
- Raises questions about the ethical and social impacts of AI.
- Highlights the influence of fictional narratives on real-world technology.
- Examines the evolving definitions of personhood in the age of AI.
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Ever wondered what our fascination with robots says about us? This episode of 'Lobes and Robes' is a must-listen for anyone curious about the intersection of artificial intelligence and human behaviour. The episode features Dr. Despina Kakoudaki, a pop culture critic and author of 'Anatomy of a Robot'. Dr. Kakoudaki delves into how literature and cinema portray artificial beings and what these portrayals reveal about our understanding of the human brain.
From classic sci-fi to modern robotics, she discusses the cultural and psychological implications of our obsession with creating human-like machines. The conversation touches on how these fictional narratives influence real-world technological advancements and our definitions of personhood. Dr. Kakoudaki's insights are not only fascinating but also raise important questions about the ethical and social impacts of AI. If you're intrigued by how fantasy shapes reality and vice versa, this episode offers a captivating blend of science, culture, and philosophy.
So, why not take a break and tune in? You might find yourself questioning what it truly means to be human.