Consciousness
Consciousness
idea
The myth of machine consciousness makes Narcissus of us all
by David Bentley Hart
Animals
idea
If animals are persons, should they bear criminal responsibility?
by Ed Simon
Travel
film
Postcards from a Tuscan island where an unhurried pace is a way of life
10 mins
Philosophy of art
idea
Engaging with an artwork leaves you and the art transformed
by Miranda Anderson
Depression
idea
Depression is more than low mood – it’s a change of consciousness
by Cecily Whiteley & Jonathan Birch
Progress and the future
film
The fate of a London landmark inspires a feverish rumination on progress
16 mins
Neuroscience
idea
The brain has a team of conductors orchestrating consciousness
by Morten L Kringelbach & Gustavo Deco
Sleep and dreams
idea
What dream characters reveal about the astonishing dreaming brain
by Antonio Zadra
Freedom and choice
film
After decades in prison, Jack navigates the strange, beautiful outside world
14 mins