E87: Embodied Minds and Cognitive Agents with Dr. Michael Levin

In this podcast episode, Nathan Labenz and Michael Levin engage in a captivating discussion about the Cognitive Revolution. Levin shares his groundbreaking work in bioelectric control and how it shapes our understanding of both biological systems and artificial intelligence. The conversation explores the blurred lines between living and non-living entities, uncovering hidden potentials within both. They highlight the importance of maintaining a humble approach in scientific exploration. Listeners are encouraged to rethink intelligence and emergent properties in systems, suggesting a significant shift in how we view the similarities in capabilities and cognition between organisms and machines.