Asking Philosopher Jeff Sebo Why AI & Animals Matter

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In this episode, I speak to Philosopher Jeff Sebo about his thoughts on Artificial Intelligence, animals and minds, in addition to his life and career.

Jeff is an Associate Professor of Environmental Studies, Affiliated Professor of Bioethics, Medical Ethics, Philosophy, and Law, Director of the Center for Environmental and Animal Protection, Director of the Center for Mind, Ethics, and Policy, and Co-Director of the Wild Animal Welfare Program at New York University.

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🕒 TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Intro

1:33 - Jeff's Philosophical Interests

2:28 - Why The Passion For This Work?

5:03 - We Interact With Billions Of Non-Humans

6:38 - Jeff's Early Life

8:37 - PhD Thesis: The Personal Is Political

11:41 - Working With The Legendary Derek Parfit

14:05 - New Book (The Moral Circle: Who Matters, What Matters, and Why)

23:30 - What Signals Consciousness?

28:25 - Animals In Today's World

30:50 - Hope Of Lab-Grown Meat

35:52 - Suffering Digital Minds

42:28 - Jeff Pursuing A Comedy Career

44:44 - What Is A Good Life?

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