#168 Adam Frank - The Nature of Life, Agency & Consciousness
Astrophysicist Adam Frank is a leading expert on the final stages of evolution for stars like the sun, and his computational research group at the University of Rochester has developed advanced supercomputer tools for studying how stars form and how they die. A self-described “evangelist of science,” he is also committed to showing others the beauty and power of science, and exploring the proper context of science in culture. summary Adam shares insights on the nature of life, agency, consciousness, and the future of humanity in the context of science, philosophy, and contemplative practice. This episode explores profound questions about existence, the universe, and our place within it. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Adam’s work and perspectives 01:30 What is life? The organization and organization closure of living systems 03:03 Life as a unique physical system that creates and innovates 04:24 The organization of life and Whitehead’s process philosophy 06:26 Agency, free will, and the inner landscape of contemplative practice 10:54 The historical shift away from experience in science 13:35 The subjective experience and the amnesia of science 14:23 AI, ethics, and the importance of understanding agency 17:12 Searching for extraterrestrial life and techno signatures 24:04 The power and mystery of the sun and the universe 35:21 The role of love and compassion in human life 50:36 Future projects and the beauty of mathematical physics https://www.adamfrankscience.com/ https://www.everymansuniverse.com/ Music for episode Renick Turley SedonaFilm | Musician . Cinematographer. Editor https://www.instagram.com/sedona_film/ https://vimeo.com/renickdp Connect with Ryan Anderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awonderjunkie/ awonderjunkie.com www.breathe4flow.com Rumble https://rumble.com/user/awonderjunkie Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@awonderjunkie iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-wondejunkie/id1739838765 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1CcQXpxfV9P89IrKmtV2hS?si=6519a88aef444ba0 https://vivarays.com/ryananderson Use Code : WONDER for 10% off. Incandescent lighting https://strainlesslighting.com/ 10% off use the code “WONDER” at checkout. The content contained herein may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed, in whole or in part, without the express written permission of Breathe4Flow LLC. This presentation is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be construed as a means to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition. Furthermore, it is not to be interpreted as medical or legal advice, opinion, or recommendation. The information is for entertainment purposes. This Podcast is not medical advice or any other type of advice. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without expressed written permission from AWonderJunkie LLC. The purpose of this conversation is to convey information. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure a condition; nor is it to be considered medical or legal advice, opinion or recommendation. This information is for entertainment purposes only. keywords life, agency, consciousness, science, philosophy, contemplative practice, extraterrestrial life, AI ethics, Whitehead, Whitehead philosophy, existentialism, meditation, physics, astrophysics, wonder, curiosity, awe, wonderjunkie, awonderjunkie, innerspace, psychedelics,