Bonus Sample: The Question of Consciousness

One of the most debated topics in spirituality (and beyond) involves the origins of consciousness. Most neuroscientists agree that it’s emergent—the physiological systems of the body create what we call “consciousness.”

Derek revisits his 2018 conversation with Michael Gazzaniga, whose 1961 studies on split-brain patients revolutionized the discipline of neuroscience.

Show Notes

Neuroscientist Anil Seth: ‘We risk not understanding the central mystery of life’

VS Ramachandran: 3 Clues to Understanding Your Brain

Decoding the Brain’s Cacophony

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